Ladakh Biking Expedition is our favourite event of the year! It gets exciting every year as we keep adding on some extra adventure! We will be riding our Royal Enfields on those long serene roads and completely off roads with views you will never see anywhere else! Camping in the wilderness, dancing around the campfire and creating everlasting memories! It is definitely an adventure of a lifetime!
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Riding difficulty – Moderate (Depending on the season & water level on the road)
Riding days – 7 days (Day 1 – Day 7)
Average riding duration – 6 to 7 hours every day
Average riding distance – 120 to 150 km every day
Main Attractions – Pangong Tso, Tso Moriri, Tso Kar, Diskit Monastery, Nubra & Shyok Valley, Turtuk Valley, Indian astronomical observatory in Hanle - One of the Highest Astronomical Observatories In The World
Passes & Altitude – Khardung La (18,379ft) , Chang La (17,586 ft), Tanglang La (17,480 ft)
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The costing is as follows:
SUV - Rs. 30000 per person
Royal Enfield Double sharing (500cc) - Rs. 33000 per person
Royal Enfield Solo riding (350cc) - Rs. 38000 per person
Royal Enfield Solo riding (500cc) - Rs. 39500 per person
Himalayan Double sharing - Rs. 34500 per person
Himalayan Solo riding - Rs. 42000 per person
What is included in the tour
- Bike, helmet and fuel for riders (Day 1 to Day 7)
- Stay in the guest houses 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
- Airport pick up and drop
What is NOT included in the tour
- GST- 5% extra
- Transportation till Starting point and back from End Point
- Entry ticket of Monasteries & Monuments
- 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
- Experience the enthralling high altitude river rafting adventure 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 and Tsomoriri Lake which is famous for changing colors
- Witness 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 via Shayok
Day 5 – Pangong Lake to Hanle via Chushul
Day 6 – Hanle to Karzok (Tsomoriri)
Day 7 – Karzok (Tsomoriri) to Leh via Tsokar
Day 8 – Departure 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 via Khardungla
Our ride starts with us conquering the mighty Khardung La (the World's Highest Motorable Road at a height of 18,380 ft). Driving 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 drive along the Shayok River to enter Hunder sand dunes is a treat for the eyes. 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/Guesthouse 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 last unexplored places in Leh - Ladakh and village still retains the pristine with very hospitable local people. We return to Hunder same day. Stay at Camp/Guesthouse in Hunder
Day 4 – Nubra Valley to Pangong Tso via Shayok
Today’s route is actually a shortcut road to reach the famous Pangong Tso via Shayok through rough and rocky terrain and in between water streams. 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/Guesthouse in Spangmik
Day 5 – Pangong Lake to Hanle via Merak and Chushul
This will be the most scenic ride of the entire trip although the entire stretch is off road. From Spangmik, we will head towards Mann and Merak. We grab our lunch at a small village Chushul and then reach our next destination – Hanle. This is where the Indian Astronomical Observatory is located. Stay at Camp/Guesthouse in Hanle
Day 6 – Hanle to Karzok (Tsomoriri)
We depart from Hanle post breakfast and reach one of the highest lakes in the world. Although much smaller than Pangong Tso, it looks more majestic. With less tourists visiting this place, it makes the places all the more beautiful. We reach campsite by later afternoon. Stay at Camp near the Lake
Day 7 – Karzok (Tsomoriri) to leh via Tsokar
After exploring around Tsomoriri Lake in the morning, we depart to our next destination at Tso Kar which is fairly nearby. Tso Kar known for its size and depth, is a fluctuating salt lake situated in the Rupshu Plateau and valley in the southern part of Ladakh. Then hit the Manali – Leh highway, we will also cross the third highest motorable road – Tanglang La. Reach Leh by evening and you can do some last minute shopping and pack your bags. Stay at Guesthouse in Leh
Day 8 – Transfer to Airport
Transfer to Airport in the morning. Thus your Ladakh Odyssey comes to an end with lots of new memories and experiences to take back
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