Ladakh Bike Tour

12 Days

Overview

Embark on an exhilarating 12-day motorbike journey through the beautiful landscapes of Srinagar, Kargil, Leh, Nubra Valley, Pangong, and Sonamarg. Day 1 begins with your arrival in Srinagar, where you will be transferred to a hotel/houseboat. Take a bike ride around Srinagar to get acquainted with the area. On Day 2, ride to Kargil, passing through scenic locations like Drass village and Sonamarg. Day 3 takes you to Lamayuru and Leh, with stops at Mulbek town and Namika La. Explore Leh on Day 4, visiting Shey and local attractions. On Day 5, ride to Nubra Valley via Khardongla Pass and enjoy a camel safari. Return to Leh on Day 6 and visit Samstanling Monastery. Day 7 takes you to the breathtaking Pangong Lake via Changla Pass. Return to Leh on Day 8 and visit the local market. On Day 9, ride to Kargil, optionally visiting Lamayuru Monastery and Magnetic Hill. Continue to Sonamarg on Day 10. On Day 11, explore Srinagar’s Mughal Gardens and landmarks. Depart from Srinagar on Day 12, concluding the tour with cherished memories.

Itinerary

Upon arrival at Srinagar, our escort will meet and transfer you to a hotel/houseboat from the airport. The day is at leisure to relax. In the evening, check all equipment and bikes. Later, take a bike ride around Srinagar. Overnight stay at a hotel/houseboat in Srinagar.

After breakfast, embark on an adventurous motorbike journey to Kargil, approximately 204 km from Srinagar. Pass through Drass village (known as the world's second coldest region after Siberia), Zojila Pass (the Gateway of Ladakh), and Sonamarg (known as the Meadow of Gold). Halt at Sonamarg for refreshments before continuing to Kargil. Check-in at the hotel in Kargil. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kargil.

Post breakfast, journey from Kargil to Lamayuru. En route, visit Mulbek town, known for the statue of Maitreya, the future Buddha. Further, pass through Namika La and Fotu La, the highest points on the Srinagar - Leh highway. Reach Lamayuru, home to one of Ladakh's oldest monasteries. Visit Hangro Loops and Gurudwara Patthar Sahib in Nimmu before reaching Leh. Overnight stay at a hotel in Leh.

After breakfast, cycle to Shey (Ancient Capital of Ladakh). In the evening, explore Leh Market, Leh Palace, Hall of Fame, and Shanti Stupa. Overnight stay at a hotel in Leh.

Following breakfast, head to Nubra Valley via Khardongla Pass, the world’s highest motorable road. Enjoy stunning views from the pass and visit Deskit Monastery, Hundar village, and experience a Double-Humped Bactrian Camel Safari. Overnight stay at a Hotel/Camp in Nubra.

After breakfast, drive to Samstanling Monastery and Panamik village known for natural hot springs with medicinal properties. Return to Leh for an overnight stay.

Early morning departure to Pangong Lake (14,500ft), a 4-5 hour drive through Changla Pass, the third highest motorable road globally, situated at the Indo-China Border. Overnight stay at a Hotel in Pangong.

Drive back to Leh (150 kms - 5 hrs). Take a short halt at Changla Pass for a refreshing cup of tea. Time permitting, explore the local Leh market for shopping.

After a relaxed breakfast, proceed towards Kargil. Optionally visit Lamayuru Monastery, Magnetic Hill, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, and the confluence of Indus and Zanskar rivers en route. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kargil.

Continue the adventurous motorbike ride to Srinagar, 123 km from Kargil. Pass through Drass village, Zojila Pass, and reach Sonamarg. Overnight stay at a hotel in Sonamarg.

After breakfast, depart from Sonamarg and head towards Srinagar. Enjoy a half-day tour of the world-famous Mughal Gardens—Nishat and Shalimar Bagh, Shankaracharya Temple, Pari Mahal, and Hazratbal Shrine. Overnight stay in a hotel/houseboat.

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel. If time allows, go for shopping. Later, proceed to Leh Airport/Railway Station for the return journey, concluding the tour with happy memories.

Package Cost Includes

  • Meet and Assist at arrival and departure points by our tour manager
  • Accommodation in well appointed room on twin sharing ( Base Category Rooms )
  • Meal CPAI – Breakfast
  • Airport / hotel transfers + city tour + Drives as per the itinerary by non Ac Xylo up to 3 adults, Innova up to 6 adults and Tempo for 8 adults with an ALL INDIA TOURIST PERMIT.
  • Driver allowances and parking charges
  • All Taxes Inclusive

Package Cost Excludes

  • Personal expenses
  • Airfares / Train tickets
  • O2 Cylinder
  • Guide & entry fee during sight seeing
  • Expenses occurred due to bad weather, flight or cancellation, strike or political unrest to be paid by guest as per actual
  • Any dispute regarding child age to be settled directly with hotels
  • Room Services, Camera, Laundry& Telephone charges
  • Additional usage of vehicle
  • Any Increase In Taxes Or Fuel Leading To An Increase In Surface Transport
  • Cost of services, which is not mentioned in the “Inclusions”