Overview
Ladakh is known for the land of high passes, one of India’s most enchanting and unique regions. A dream destination for adventure lovers worldwide, this sparsely populated, expansive landscape. The best way to experience Ladakh is by taking a bike tour of Manali Leh Manali, passing magnificent mountains, clear blue rivers and lakes, hot springs, and more.
Your 11-day bike trip starts at Manali in Himachal Pradesh, one of India’s most popular hill stations, surrounded by high peaks, rivers, and valleys. Go for a walk in the lap of nature or visit popular attractions such as Temple of Hadimba or Temple of Manu. The real adventure of the Manali Leh motorcycle tour will start on the third day you leave for Jipsa via Rohtang Pass. Check out Vashisht Hot Springs, Keylong, and Solang Valley on the way. The itinerary is popular with bikers because of the variety of terrain it provides. From Jipsa, head over the Zanskar Range towards Sarchu via Baralacha La Pass. The small villages along the route and the rough patches are perfect for off-road. The lakes are incredibly beautiful in the area of Lahaul and Spiti (Suraj Tal and Deepak Tal).
On the fifth day, you’ll reach Leh through a challenging road covering Nakeela Pass, Whisky Nallah, Lachulung La Pass, Pang, More Plains and Tanglang La Pass. Because of its harsh terrain, numerous hairpin bends and patches of ice, Nakeela Pass is considered as one of the most dangerous mountain passes. Visit Nubra Valley, from Leh. The dry desert of high altitude receives extremely low precipitation. Nevertheless, the region has some very unusual flora and fauna that includes the Bactrian camels with double humps. From there head towards the popular lake of Pangong Tso. The lake has become a popular shooting location for Bollywood films thanks to its crystal clear waters surrounded by mountains. You will then proceed to visit other attractions such as Druk White Lotus School and you can also visit Magnetic Hill, War Memorial and Gurudwara Pathar Sahib if time permits. Magnetic Hill is an interesting phenomenon that produces an optical illusion that gives you the feeling that you are going up, defying gravity when the path actually goes downhill.
After reaching Leh, it’s time to go back to Manali. The adventure isn’t over yet, though! All you have to do is trace back to Sarchu and then to Manali on the same road. Once again, you’ll ride your bike in the middle of mountains and high passes, crossing untouched rivers and rough paths. This motorcycle tour to Leh Ladakh is really memorable. This is one of the most Bike tour in India.
Itinerary
Board a Volvo bus from Delhi or Chandigarh to Manali on the first day of your journey. It’ll be an overnight trip so make sure you’re well prepared.
Check in at the guest house once you reach Manali. Rest for a while and get ready for a tour briefing and orientation process. Afterwards, enjoy a calming nature walk around the Beas River to Hadimba Temple and Manu Temple. Hadimba Temple is truly one-of – a-kind, as it is dedicated to Hadimba Devi, wife of the Hindu epic Mahabharata’s mighty Bhima. Manu Temple is dedicated to sage Manu, the creator of the world, located near the river Beas. You’ll get a chance to ride your designated bike for a trial run when you return.
This day finally begins your long-awaited journey to Ladakh. Get ready and Pack your bags for an exciting ride. You’ll fly over Vashisht Hot Springs on the way. While Manali is known for its freezing temperatures, the temperatures of these hot springs, located 6 km from the town, range from 43-50 ° C. Then you’ll visit Solang Valley, known for winter sports, followed by Rohtang Pass and Keylong. Once you reach Jipsa, you will be given an overnight stay.
Stay ready for an adventure on this day as you climb the Zanskar Range’s 16,043-ft-high Bara-lacha la Pass. Darcha and Zingzingbar’s rough patches will give you an adrenalin boost. You will also be able to spend some time near the river Chandrabhaga (also known as Chenab) so make sure you have a handy camera and take interesting pictures. On the way, you can visit two stunning lakes in the Lahaul and Spiti area, Suraj Taal and Deepak Taal. Relax and retire for the night, once you hit Sarchu.
Begin your trip on day five to Leh, the hub of the Ladakh region. The road will take you via Nakeela Pass, Whisky Nallah, Lachulung La Pass, Pang, More Plains and Tanglang Pass. After entering Leh, check in at the accommodation and stay overnight.
Fill your strength with a healthy breakfast, and enjoy your day of rest at Leh. The first half of the day is reserved for occasional bike and equipment check-up. Spend your day sightseeing instead.
Stop by the Leh Palace and enjoy the magnificent panoramic views from the terrace over the Stok Kangri and Ladakh mountain ranges and visit the museum showing objects nearly 450 years old. Later head to the Shanti Stupa in the Changspa region, perched on the top of the hill. Built to preserve world peace and to commemorate 2500 years of Buddhism, this monument is known to hold the Buddha’s relics at its foundation, enshrined by the 14th Dalai Lama himself.
The evening is saved to explore Leh’s colorful markets and gain insights into the warm, local people’s lives here.
Wake up to a refreshing morning, and travel to Nubra Valley, a cold desert with vast countryside and mountain ranges. Feel the excitement of passing one of the world’s highest motor-passes, Khardung La. Upon entering Nubra, enjoy a camel ride in Hunder’s desert mountains (extra charge). Nubra will provide overnight stay.
Get ready for another day of a daring off-road experience as you traverse untouched high mountain trails. The route leads through Shyok River or Wari La Pass to the beautiful Pangong Tso (lake). It is quite difficult and exciting, and is used by the army in general. Train your eyes on the beautiful blue lake upon arrival. You will leave for overnight stay in Tangste after a sightseeing.
Get ready for another exciting journey in the morning as you return to Leh via Chang La Pass (the world’s third highest mountain pass) and Choglamsar. On the way, stop at the famous Druk White Lotus College, featured in the Bollywood blockbuster film ‘ 3 Idiots’ and Shanti Stupa, a magnificent white-domed Buddhist stupa surrounded by a breath taking vast mountain scenery. You can also visit Magnetic Hill, War Memorial, and Gurudwara Pathar Sahib if time allows. There will be an overnight stay in Leh.
In the morning after having breakfast, depart for Sachu. Cross the passes as far as Nakee La, Lachung La and Tanglang La. Say goodbye to Ladakh’s beauty and ride along the curvy highways to Himachal Pradesh. On reaching Sarchu we will provide you a stay.
Cross the ever-hypocritical Rohtang Pass and get to Manali by night. Check in at the hotel and spend the night at Manali.
Morning after breakfast and explore the lovely cafes of Manali. Evening catch your volvo bus in the for your onward journey back to Delhi.
- Double / triple sharing accommodation in Hotels / Camps / Guest Houses from day 01 to day 10.
- Meals-Dinner and Breakfast. Dinner at Day 01 to Day 11 Tea.
- Return volvo tickets to Manali from Delhi, or to Manali from Chandigarh.
- Experienced travel chief and Motorbike Mechanic services.
- For a group of more than 10 bikes, back up the engine.
- First Aid kit and oxygen cylinder with the trip leader at dispersal.
- Half day sightseeing on Day 05, in Leh Ladakh.
- Permit of Inner Line.
- Facilities for carrying luggage in a vehicle restricted to one 60 Liter Rucksack / Duffle bag per motorbike.
- Everything that is included in section 01
- Royal Enfield 350cc motorbike
- Helmet for both rider and pillion
- Motorbike Fuel for the complete trip as per the itinerary
- Extra fuel for back up
Package Inclusions
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Section 01: Tour Package without Motorcycle
Section 02: Tour Package with Motorcycle
- GST 5% Extra
- Personal expenses (Laundry, Telephone, Liquor, etc)
- Train Ticket, Air Ticket, etc
- Parking and monument entry fees during sightseeing.
- Any type of insurance-Medical, Accidental, theft
- Cost of any spare part which will be used due to the accidental damage incurred when the motorbike is in rider’s possession.
- Vehicle servicing or maintenance cost
- Any cost incurred due to extension, change of itinerary due to natural calamities, road, blocks, vehicle breakdown, union issues and factors beyond our control
- Riding Gears for rider which can be hired (Knee pads and Elbow guards – Rs. 750/- for the whole trip)
- Additional accommodation / food cost incurred due to any delay
- Any lunch and other meals not mentioned in package inclusions
- Security deposit per motorbike of Rs. 10,000/- . As per the deposit policy (This is refundable at the end of the trip if there is no damage or spare parts used.)
- Anything not mentioned specifically in the ‘inclusions’
