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Manali and Ladakh Bike Tour

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Duration

10 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

10 people

Languages

English

Overview

Ladakh, known as ‘the Land of high passes’  is known for its adventure activities since the time tourism was introduced in Ladakh. Hidden between the Karakoram and Great Himalaya ranges. Ladakh is accessible through the rugged, twist and turns roads with thousands of curves passing through the incredible and beautiful mountains. Sometimes you have to cross a river where there is no road and sometimes the dangerous curves. This is why it’s every traveller’s dream to kick the dust-up, wear the protective fancy-looking gear and take on a motorbike trip to Ladakh?

With the onset of July, Ladakh welcomes travellers and insists on them to stay till the sublime autumn. This is a 9 nights and 10 days itinerary. Starting from Manali through Jispa, Sarchu, Khardung La, Leh, and Pangong Lake. Get ready to set new goals! With this Manali and Leh Ladakh bike tour and add a new story to your life.

Highlights

  • This tour is not available before mid march
  • Enjoy bike rides on the tricky roads of Leh Ladakh
  • Relish delicious Ladakhi cuisines
  • Drive across Baralacha Pass, Rohtang Pass, Chang la and Tanglang La
  • Visit Shey, Thiksey and famous monasteries
  • Explore Jispa, Sarchu and Pang villages
  • Enjoy shopping in Leh Market
  • A day at Pangong Lake

Bulk discount (by Percent)

Bulk discount adult
# Discount group From adult To adult Value
1 More than 4 4 15 10%

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive in Manali By Bus. (Introduction with the guide)

On arrival in Manali, check-in to the hotel and relax till afternoon. Grab a quick lunch, post which you test your motorbike and get used to the roads. Go riding on the Himalayan riding premier through the challenging roads along the Kullu Valley. The tricky bends and stretches on the road will help you test the characteristics of the bike and acquaint yourself to handle the motor beast for your entire tour. Enjoy a fun ride to the beautiful Kullu Valley.

Later, come back to the hotel for a comfortable overnight stay in Manali.

Day 2: Ride from Manali - Jispa which is Approximately 150 Kms

Wake up early this morning and begin your adventure. Start your ride to Rohtang Pass (3978 meters). The beautiful mountain pass is the gateway to your bike tour. This first leg of your journey is your first challenge as the roads are really bad and the weather conditions are also uncertain. Overcome your first test, after which you will pass through the Lahaul Valley. Lahaul introduces you to the mountains capped with snow all around. Proceed to Jispa, which is your halt for the day. Enjoy a delicious dinner of the mountains. Steamed momos and thukpa are famous traditional Himalayan items for dinner. Fill your stomachs and be off to your well-deserved rest.

Overnight stay in Jispa.

Day 3: Jispa to Sarchu (Approx Distance 120 Km)

Today you drive to Sarchu. As you leave Jispa behind, enter the Greater Himalayan landscape. This highway route takes you into the heart of the mountains. Enjoy the splendid view as you pass through the Baralachha Pass (5000 meters above sea level). Keep driving towards Sarchu which is the border-line between Kashmir and Himachal. From there, get to the Sarchu camp. Relax for the rest of the day and keep a high intake on fluids to keep away AMS (acute mountain sickness).

Overnight stay in Sarchu.

Day 4: Sarchu - Leh (Approx Distance 215 Km)

The day starts with a lot of challenges. Today you will have to ride your motorbike through flatlands and get into the mountain horizon. Drive through the Tanglang-La Pass which is the second-highest motorable mountain pass in the world at the height of 5300 meters. After crossing this pass, you will ride through well-maintained roads all the way to Leh. En-route, get to see the monasteries of Thiksey and Shey. These ancient monasteries are set on the top of a hill and are attractions of your tour. Check-in at the hotel in the borders of Changspa in Leh. Spend your time exploring the local places. Rest for the night.

Have a sumptuous dinner are a resort. Overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.

Day 5: Leh – Nubra Valley (Approx Distance 160 Km)

Today is the 5th day of the trip and you will visit Nubra via Khardungla Pass at 18360 ft., one of the world's highest motorable pass. On the way to Nubra, you will take the first break at South Pullu, grab some food and then start your journey again to the Khardung La. Take pictures and get a feel to standing at one of the world's highest passes. The next stop will be North Pullu. Take some rest and eat something. On the way to Nubra, you will visit the Diskit Monastery. The Maitreya Budha statue which is 32 m high can be seen far from here. Nubra is famous for sand dunes and two-humped camels. Take a camel ride in the evening and return to the camp.

Have a delicious dinner and overnight stay in the camp in Nubra.

Day 6: Nubra Valley - Pangong Lake (Approx Distance 270 Km)

Wake up early and have breakfast. The sixth day of your tour covers a visit to Pangong Lake. The largest brackish water lake in Asia is one of the best attractions of Ladakh. The 2/3rd portion of the lake lies in China. The waters are crystal clear blessed with so many intriguing shades of blue. After a halt at the lake, proceed towards Chang La (5500 meters above sea level) and go forward to the army checkpoint at Tangse. Check-in at the resort and the rest of the evening is at your leisure. You can stroll around the Lake and spend some quality time in nature with yourself.

Have a comfortable stay for the night in the resort.

Day 7: Pangong Lake - Leh (Approx Distance 149 Km)

Have your breakfast early in the morning and get ready to head towards Leh. Explore Leh the whole day. Shop at bazaars and visit the Shanti Stupa, the Buddhist white-dome huge structure which overlooks Changspa. Enjoy a great view of the Indus Valley and the Zanskar range. Roam around in the street of the Leh. The markets are very vibrant and you will love the energetic vibes of the Leh.

Return to the hotel in the evening and have a delicious dinner. Enjoy the comfort of your hotel. Overnight stay in Leh.

Day 8: Leh - Sarchu (Approx Distance 215 Km)

Bid adieu to Leh and begin your ride. En-route, you will see Pang, a scenic spot in Ladakh's landscape. Halt at Sarchu. Sarchu lies in the middle of the two beautiful destinations, Manali and Leh.

Have a comfortable stay in the camp in Sarchu.

Day 9: Sarchu - Manali (Approx Distance 215 Km)

In the morning, begin your drive through the Sarchu plain and reach the Baralaccha plain till noon. Enjoy the beauty crossing through Lahaul ranges and reach Rohtang pass. Rohtang pass will challenge you with mini-rivers of mud. Ride through the obstacles to reach Manali.

Have a comfortable stay at the hotel in Manali.

Day 10: Manali (Departure)

This is the last day of the adventurous bike tour. We bid you adieu with fond memories of your adventure in Ladakh.

Included/Excluded

  • Accommodation on Double sharing basis as per itinerary in hotels.
  • All permits and taxes.
  • Daily Breakfast and Dinner
  • Royal Enfield 450cc or 500cc /350cc.
  • Experienced tour Guide and Group leaders
  • Back up vehicle 4*4 and mechanic
  • Pick up and drop from Manali Volvo bus stand.
  • An Oxygen Cylinder 24X7 in the car in case of an emergency.
  • Inner Line permit for Pangong Lake and Nubra Valley.
  • Plastic raincoat / Gumboot / Elbow and Knee Guard.
  • Meals which are not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Any Travel expenses to Delhi and Back
  • Any personal expenses like laundry, telephone bills, tips etc
  • Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides, roadblocks etc to be borne by the client directly on the spot
  • Tips to the staff person
  • Any other item which is not specified under cost inclusions
  • Any entrance fee to the monastery and monuments.
  • Travel Insurance

Durations

More than 5 Days

Tour's Location

Eco india journeys, Leh

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