13 Day The Buddhist Circuit Guided Motorcycle Tour in India

Day 1: Arrival in Chandigarh

You shall arrive in Chandigarh from Delhi by flight or train. You will meet your Royal Enfield and go for a test ride. You can explore the beautiful city of Chandigarh, enjoy the Punjabi hospitality, and get ready for a big trip to the Himalayas.

Day 2: Chandigarh to Shimla, 150 kilometers / 93 miles

You will ride through the breathtaking landscapes from the foothills of Himalayas to reach Shimla. Enjoy snow-capped Himalayan peaks and green pastures surrounding Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh. You can enjoy a heritage walk through Shimla’s Victorian-era architecture and labyrinthine bazaars.

• Riding time: five hours

Day 3: Shimla to Kalpa, 231 kilometers / 144 miles

Start in the early morning to ride into the heart of Indian Himalayas. Kalpa is the capital of Kinnaur Valley. It offers great views of the snow-capped Himalaya Kinnaur Kailash. Kinnaur is perceived to be a magical land a.k.a the land of fairy tales and fantasies, which has a spectacular terrain of lush green valleys, orchards, vineyards, snow-clad peaks, and cold desert mountains.

• Riding time: seven to eight hours

Day 4: Kalpa

Spend your day in the beautiful village of Kalpa. You can visit the village and enjoy the views of the Himalayas. This is a chill day before you hit the high adventure to Spiti Valley.

Day 5: Kalpa to Kaza, 200 kilometers / 124 miles

You will ride to Kaza, the capital of Lahaul and Spiti Valley. It is a small town nestled in the middle of Himalayan Desert. You can enjoy beautiful views of the Himalayas with a great mix of Buddhist culture. Enjoy the beautiful culture and views of Grand Himalayas.

• Riding time: five to six hours

Day 6: Kaza

Enjoy your day in Kaza. You can visit the beautiful village and explore the nearby Himalayan region.

Day 7: Kaza to Chandra Taal, 150 kilometers / 93 miles

You will ride From Kaza to Chandra Taal. It is a beautiful lake in the lap of Grand Himalayas. Chandra Taal Lake is often referred to as one of the most beautiful lakes located at an altitude of about 4,300 meters in the mighty Himalayas. The name "Chandra Taal" (Lake of the Moon) comes from its crescent shape.

Once a tentative residence for Tibetan traders traveling to Spiti and the Kullu valley, it attracts thousands of adventure enthusiasts from all over the world. Vast stretches of green meadows house the best camping sites and an array of different wildflowers during springtime. You will spend the night in a comfortable campsite near Chandra Taal.

• Riding time: five to six hours

Day 8: Chandra Taal to Manali, 180 kilometers / 112 miles

You will ride to Manali, a small town nestled in heart of Himachal Pradesh, offering some stunning views of Himalayas. Surrounded by the high peaks in the beautiful green Beas Valley, with mountain adventures beckoning from all directions, Manali is a year-round magnet for riders from all over the globe.

• Riding time: six hours

Day 9: Manali

You will have a chill day in Manali, soaking up the local energy and eating some delicious food. You can ride to the hot springs in Vashisht which is a small village in Manali.

Day 10: Manali to Dharamshala, 238 kilometers / 148 miles

You will ride through breathtaking landscapes from the foothills of Himalayas to reach Dharamshala. Dharamshala is known for its close Buddhism connection, also as a home to His Holiness Dalai Lama.

• Riding time: six to seven hours

Day 11: Dharamshala

Dharamshala has lots of beautiful places to visit including the famous Thekchen Chöling Temple Complex, which is also a spiritual center for Tibetan Buddhism, while the Library of Tibetan Works and Archives houses thousands of precious manuscripts.

Day 12: Dharamshala to Amritsar, 230 kilometers / 143 miles

You will ride to Amritsar and enjoy the Punjabi hospitality.

• Riding time: five to six hours

Day 13: Amritsar to New Delhi

You will head back to New Delhi by flight or train.

Skill level required for this tour:

Advanced:

• can ride for 5-6 hours
• extensive riding experience
• assistance on demand (if required)
• experienced with riding a variety of motorcycles
• comfortable with any terrain and weather conditions

This tour takes place in India. The tour starts in Chandigarh and ends in Amritsar. From Chandigarh, you will ride to various destinations including Shimla, Kalpa, Kaza, Chandra Taal, Manali, Dharamshala, and Amritsar.

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• 7 days of riding
• Service of an experienced English-speaking tour leader
• Service of a backup mechanic to ensure smooth operations on the road
• Use of Royal Enfield 350 cc motorcycle for the rider with riding gear (helmets and gloves) and petrol
• Four-by-four luggage vehicle service
• Insurance for accidental damage
• Airport transfers
• 12 nights' accommodation
• Breakfasts
• 18% Goods and service tax (GST)

• Air tickets
• Meals (lunch and dinner)

• A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
• The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
• The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.