Ladakh Biking Expedition is our favourite event of the year! It gets exciting every year as we keep adding on some extra adventure or some new off beat route and destination. In this batch, we explore some new lakes and test your riding skills on off roads of Mighty Ladakh
Let's ride our Royal Enfields on those long serene roads and completely off roads with views you will never see anywhere else; camping in the wilderness and dancing around the campfire; and creating everlasting memories.
It is definitely going to be an adventure of a lifetime! ____________________________________________________________________________________
Riding difficulty – Difficult (Depending on the season & water level on the road. Lot of off roads)
Riding days – 8 days (Day 1 – Day 8)
Average riding duration – 6 to 7 hours every day
Average riding distance – 130 to 160 km every day
Main Attractions – Yaye Tso, Pangong Tso, Tso Moriri, Tsokar, Nubra Valley, Yaye Tso, Indian astronomical observatory at Hanle, Diskit Monastery
Passes & Altitude – Umling La (19,024 ft), Khardung La (18,379 ft), Chang La (17,586 ft), Taglang La, (17,480 ft),
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The costing is as follows:
SUV - Rs. 44000 per person
Royal Enfield Double sharing (500cc) - Rs. 43000 per person
Royal Enfield Solo riding (500cc) - Rs. 52500 per person
Himalayan Double sharing - Rs. 44000 per person
Himalayan Solo riding - Rs. 54000 per person
What is included in the tour
- Bike, helmet and fuel for riders (Day 1 to Day 8)
- Stay in the Homestays, guest house and Swiss tents
- Dinner and Breakfast
- Mechanic and support vehicle with an oxygen cylinder and first aid kit
- Experienced tour lead for the entire trip
- Environmental fees and Inner Line Permits
- Leh Airport Pick up and Drop
What is NOT included in the tour
- Transportation till Starting point and back from End Point
- Entry ticket of Monasteries & Monuments
- River Rafting or any adventure activity cost
- Lunch and Snacks / Beverages
- Items of personal nature like laundry, telephone calls, tips, camera fees etc
- Anything other than above-mentioned inclusions
- Ride on one of the highest motorable road in the world and conquer the highest motorable passes in the Himalayas
- Test your riding skills on the off roads of Ladakh and enjoy the adrenaline rush!
- Explore the sheer scenic beauty of Snow covered mountains throughout the journey
- Mesmerize the bird's eye view of Leh city from the Shanti Stupa
- Experience a unique and diverse white water river rafting expedition in the Zanskar River
- Devour the best Momos at Khardungla canteen (Highest motorable pass)
- Sip hot and refreshing lemon tea at Changla canteen (Third highest motorable pass)
- Behold the sight of stunning Pangong Lake which is famous for changing colors
- Capture the mountainscapes, desertscapes and riverscapes altogether into your lens
- Ride the Bactrian Double Humped Camel through the white sand dunes in Nubra Valley
Day 1 – Acclimatization in Leh
Day 2 – Leh to Nubra Valley via Khardungla
Day 3 – Nubra to Turtuk to Nubra
Day 4 – Nubra to Pangong Tso
Day 5 – Pangong Tso to Hanle via Chushul
Day 6 – Hanle to Umling La to Nyoma
Day 7 – Nyoma to Karzok via Yaye Tso
Day 8 – Karzok to Leh via Taglangla
Day 9 - Depart from Leh
Note: Upon the request of the clients, we customise the itinerary to include/exclude travel to Srinagar or Manali side journey. The cost will vary accordingly.
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1 - Acclimatization in Leh
Once we are done with orientation and briefing, we go on an acclimatization walk across the town to Shanti Stupa and Leh Palace. The rest of the day is for relaxation and some shopping. Stay at Guesthouse in Leh
Day 2 - Leh to Nubra valley
Today’s ride starts by conquering the mighty Khardung La (the World's Highest Motorable Road at a height of 18,380 ft). Riding further downhill, we enter the heart of Nubra valley. It is an amazing experience that you will remember for the rest of your life. The ride along the Shayok River to enter Hunder sand dunes is a treat for the eyes. Then we will visit the oldest and largest monastery, Diskit monastery enroute Hunder in Nubra valley. It is located at an altitude of 3142 meters. Once we arrive at our campsite, we get refreshed and head out to explore the sand dunes. Stay at Camp in Hunder
Day 3 – Nubra to Turtuk to Nubra
Around 80km further north from Hunder (Nubra), we reach a beautiful village which was part of former Baltistan. Turtuk is one of the least explored places in Leh - Ladakh and the village still retains the pristinity with very hospitable local people. A slow stroll around the small unique village and lunch, we return to Hunder same day. Stay at Camp in Hunder
Day 4 – Nubra to Pangong Tso
Today’s route is actually a shortcut road to reach the famous Pangong Tso via Shayok through rough and rocky terrain and water streams in between. The first glance of the alluring Pangong Lake and its blue waters is enough to leave a lasting impression on your mind. Our campsite for the night, which is our personal favourite, is by the lake itself at Spangmik – 20 km away from the shooting point. Stay at Camp in Spangmik
Day 5 – Pangong Tso to Hanle via Chushul
After early breakfast, we take the most unconventional route to reach our beautiful destination- Hanle. We will cross Chushul and then cross Nyoma Bridge to hit the most surreal road all the way upto Hanle. At Hanle, we will visit World's highest Astronomical Observatory Unit. Stay at homestay in Hanle
Day 6 – Hanle to Umling La to Nyoma
Early departure after delicious homely local food at the homestay. We head out to conquer the uncontested Highest Motorable Road - Umling La Pass. Take some group pictures atop and we come back to Hanle for lunch. Then move forward to stay at Nyoma village. Stay at guesthouse in Nyoma
Day 7 – Nyoma to Karzok via Yaye Tso
Wake up leisurely and after breakfast, we hop on to our bikes to explore the less explored Yaye Tso lake hidden between the valleys. Then head to Karzok village to be mesmerized by another beautiful lake - Tsomoriri before the sun sets. Reach our campsite and explore the place. Stay at Campsite in Karzok
Day 8 – Tsomoriri to Leh via Taglangla
One of the longest rides of the tour which will start with rough terrain till we hit the Leh-Manali highway. We will stop for some time at Tsokar for a quick break. Then we cross the mighty Taglangla and have lunch at Upshi. If time and energy permits, visit Thiksey monastery before reaching Leh. Evening shopping at Leh Market. Stay at Guesthouse in Leh
Day 9 - Depart from Leh
Drop to Leh Airport or continue your journey towards Manali / Srinagar by road. Thus your Ladakh Odyssey comes to an end with lots of new memories and experiences to take back.
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