Get ready to be enthralled as you escape to the paradise of Ladakh, and explore the rugged valleys, endless hills, snow-peaked mountains, barren lands and one of the most off-beat trails in India. The scenic beauty of Ladakh will take your breath away! Get ready for the ultimate adventurous Motorbike ride you always wanted to be a part of! You will love to ride on those curvy roads and the meet the mystical Lamas and explore the centuries old monasteries that still have that charm to spellbind you. The captivating sight of Nimu or Nimo, which is the point of confluence of two rivers, Indus and Zanskar will capture your heart with its beauty. Nimu is the place for river rafting in Ladakh. Only Ladakh can surprise you with changing colors of sky and lakes, from sunrise to sunset! Every place you visit and every landscape you come across, you will be astonished and you will actually have to pinch yourself to believe that it is for real and not out of a magical story!
The Land of high Passes- Ladakh is situated between the mighty Karakoram Range and Himalayan Ranges which offer the endmost thrill and adventure! For 9 days it will be you, the bike and the mountains! Push the limits and take the ultimate adventure to Ladakh on this motorbike expedition to Ladakh! The colorful Tibetan flags will be a welcoming sight as soon as you enter the region! Ladakh covers most of the Northern Himalayan region offering the most picture perfect landscapes. Get the perfect mixture of rugged beauty and adventure and start the journey!
Another notable fact about Ladakh is that it is a land of high altitudes and clear skies, making it an important place for astronomy. So make sure to keep your cameras ready after sundown, and it would also come in handy to learn some night photography tips and tricks before embarking on this thrilling motorbike expedition from Manali to Ladakh.
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ITINERARY
Day 01: Delhi - Manali (560 kms/12-13 hours)
Reach Delhi bus stand on your own and board the bus to Manali at 4 PM. It is an overnight journey and takes around 13 hours to reach complete.
Day 02: Manali
Arrive in Manali by morning and check in to the hotel. You will be appointed with your motorbikes in the afternoon. Test the bikes and take a short guided tour of Manali. Spend the night at Manali.
Day 03: Manali - Rohtang Pass - Jispa (140 kms/ 8 hours)
Manali will give you pure bliss in the morning with a mesmerizing sunrise over the mountains! Have your breakfast and start riding towards Jispa crossing Keylong. You will cross the famous Rohtang Pass which is a sight to behold. Continue riding along the banks of rivers Chandra and Bhaga. Arrive at Jispa by evening and check in to the camps. Spend the night at the camps.
Day 04: Jispa - Baralacha Pass - Sarchu (190 kms/ 6 hours)
Have breakfast in the morning and continue riding towards Sarchu crossing the Baralacha Pass. Visit the Deepak and Suraj Tal Lakes and many other beautiful water streams on the way. After reaching Sarchu, check in to the camps and stay overnight at the camps.
Day 05: Sarchu - Leh (253 kms/ 10 hours)
The real adventure starts today as you cross the famous 22 Gata Loops on the Manali-Leh Highway and cross Tanglang La, the second highest motorable pass in the world. You will reach Leh by late evening. Check in to the hotel/guest house and take rest.
Day 06: Leh - Khardungla Pass (40 kms/ 1 hour- one way)
Wake up to a beautiful sunrise in Leh and have your breakfast. Start riding towards Khardungla, considered to be the highest motorable pass in the world at an altitude of 18380 feet. Return to Leh by afternoon and spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring Leh. You can visit the famous monasteries around, explore the ancient Leh Palace or visit the Magnetic Hill. Spend the night in Leh.
Day 07: Leh - Pangong Tso - Leh (150 kms/ 9 hours - one way)
Have an early breakfast and leave for a day excursion to Pangong Tso by car. The beautiful lake has become famous after a few bollywood movies were shot here! Pictures and videos don’t do justice to the beauty and grandiose of this place! This natural Himalayan wonder is situated at a height of 14270 feet and is one of the highest situated salt water lakes in the world! The changing colours of the lake will amaze you! Return to Leh and spend the night there.
Day 08: Leh - Tso Moriri (240 kms/ 8 hours)
Have breakfast and check out from the hotel. Continue your adventure and ride towards the alluring Moriri Lake. The lake is often compared with Pangong Tso, but both have different landscapes and beauty! It is also the ultimate place for all birding lovers. You will love the place as it's less crowded, allowing you to spend some time with the nature in peace! Check in to the camps for an overnight stay.
Day 09: Tso Moriri - Sarchu (200 kms/ 8 hours)
Have your breakfast in the morning and start riding towards Sarchu. You will come across another beauty of Ladakh which is mostly ignored by tourists - the exquisite Kar Lake. Reach Sarchu by evening and check in to the camps and stay overnight.
Day 10: Sarchu - Manali (222 kms/ 8-9 hours)
Have an early morning breakfast and leave for Manali, where your motorbike trip concludes! Reach Manali by evening and check in to the hotel and stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 11: Manali- Delhi
Indulge in shopping in the morning or explore the city of Manali on your own. In the evening board the bus back to Delhi.
Day 12- Delhi
You will reach Delhi by early morning. Your ultimate adventure tour ends here!
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Package Details
Motorbike Expedition from Manali to Ladakh
Price (Per Person): ` 36,000
Duration: 12 Days
Cancellation Policy | Payment Policy
Departure Dates:
24th June 2017
8th July 2017
22th July 2017
29th July 2017
12th Aug 2017
13th Aug 2017
26th Aug 2017
9th Sept 2017
23rdSept 2017
Price for Solo Rider - 46000/-
Duration: 11 Nights / 12 Days
Activity: Motorbike Ride
Region: Ladakh
Route: Manali – Jispa - Sarchu - Leh – Khardung La - Pangong Tso - Tso Moriri- Manali
Maximum Altitude: 18380 feet
Hotels envisaged :
Manali: Hotel Highland or similar
Jispa: hotel padam Lodge or similar
Sarchu: Camp with attached toilet
Leh: Hotel Hill Town / Nobel House / similar
Tsomoriri: Norling camp or Hotel Lake view or similar
Note:
- If Volvo bus not required then there would be deduction of 1000/- per person per way.
- The check in time is 12 noon/early check in subject to availability of room.
- We require minimum strength of 6 riders to operate one group. We have right to cancel the group if we do not get minimum strength of riders in any group.
- If there is any additional expenses due to bad weather or any other reason beyond the control of the tour operator on account of hotel stay, transportation, and meals etc. extra bill will be raised. Neither Adventure Nation nor the participating partners/hotels will be responsible for the additional expenses.
- Adventure Nation is not responsible for any change in itinerary due to reasons beyond our control like change in flight and train schedule, cancellation of flights/trains, political disturbances, natural phenomenon, etc
- At the start of the tour you have to deposit refundable security/ damage deposit of Rs 10000/- per bike at our head office Manali (By cheque)
- If any group member wants to leave group in-between the tour then he/she has to pay the cost for transportation of bike from point of leaving the tour till Manali drop
- Group members would have to get own riding gears. Wearing a helmet, carrying a valid ID proof & Driving license ismandatory.
- All guests will be responsible for safety and security of their own luggage. We will not be at all responsible for the damage/missing / lost luggage. So carry a small daypack bags to carry all expensive things with you.
- Compensation for any damage/accident done by you during tour to others property/person would be directly payable by you.
Inclusions:
- All accommodation (twin/ triple sharing basis) in comfortable hotels/ guest houses or camps
- Breakfast & Dinner
- Inner Line Permits and Wildlife fees for restricted areas for Indian Nationals
- Price based on 2 persons riding together
- Basic First Aid Kit & medicines
- Services of certified & experienced guides/ instructors for high altitude trekking/ biking/guides/jeep safaris in the Himalayas
- Services of Wilderness Medicine Institute Certified guides/ instructors from NOLS, USA
- Services of a Royal Enfield trained specialist mechanic for the full duration of the trip
- One Enfield bike (with fuel) (350 cc) and as per the itinerary from day 02 to day 10. Except on Day 07 for excursion to Pangong Lake
- Volvo tickets from Delhi to Manali and Manali to Delhi
- 01 backup jeep for carrying luggage and Mechanic for more than 06 riders
- Basic spares parts for the bike (any damage/ change of spares payable as extra directly)
Exclusions:
- GST @ 5.0%
- Any Air/ bus/ taxi/ jeep fare
- Expenses of personal nature like laundry, telephone/ fax calls, mineral water, alcoholic beverages, entrance and camera fee at monuments/ museums, medical expenses, gratuities etc.
- Any kind of insurance, such as accident, theft, medical, evacuation etc.
- Any item, activity or facility other than clearly mentioned within the inclusions & itinerary above
- Spare parts of any kind. Bike maintenance etc.
- Any entry fees, any tips, porter pony charges or any other expenses incurred by the porter/ participants during the sightseeing trips, other than as clearly mentioned within the sightseeing in inclusions and itinerary
- Any extra costs incurred due to extension/ change of the itinerary due to natural calamities, road blocks, vehicle breakdown etc. factors beyond our control
Testimonials
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This expedition was so far was one of the most exciting journeys in my life. I never thought that those bunch of strangers in the Himalayas would become so good friends. Thanks Adventure Nation for the support and memories.
Rajneesh Khanduri -
Thanks for all the efforts for making our ride safe and exciting. For me it was tough decision to go on a solo bike trip, but the people from Adventure Nation and the group made it easy for me to take the whole trip with any worries.
Pragnesh Joshi -
A heartily thank you and your team for arranging this trip for us so well. The agents were very helpful to answer all my silly questions regarding the trip. Thanks for the wonderful journey.
Manas Agarwal
