The beginning of Apricot Blossom signals the end of cold chilly winter weather in the cold desert of the trans Himalayan region. Drass and Kargil are some of the popular apricot growth areas. This trip takes place during the annual Apricot Bloom. The 418km distance between Srinagar to Leh is the Grand Himalayan Traverse can be categorised as one of the most epic and historic road trips in India.