12 Day Guided Ladakh Himalayan Premium Motorcycle Tour from Srinagar to Manali

Day 1: Arrival at Srinagar and transfer to Sonamarg

Welcome onboard, rider! Arrive at the Srinagar airport where The Dream Riders Group team shall be waiting. Depart in the group to Sonamarg on a stipulated time. You are requested to schedule your arrival following the communicated time. After checking in, you are free to wander the meadows of your wish.

You'll meet once again in the evening to greet and team up with fellow riders on this adventurous journey to the Himalayas. There, they'll prepare you for the expected and the unexpected, the roadmap, riding etiquette, pitfalls, and heavenly views with cold weather conditions followed by a welcome dinner. Now, you are mentally prepared. Go, Baba! Have a good night.

• Sonamarg altitude: 6700 feet
• Expected temperature: -5 to 23 degrees Celsius
• Transfers: Group transfer from Srinagar airport to Sonamarg
• Accommodation: 3-star hotel
• Included meals: dinner

Day 2: Sonamarg - Dras Memorial - Kargil (125 kilometers / 78 miles)

Wake up early and reach the parking to check if your luggage has been placed well in the backup vehicle. Soon after you got through the police checkpoint, start ascending Zoji La, the infamous pass. Innumerous factors make the roads unpredictable: deep gorge, muddy roads, and a water crossing. The road is designed to test your endurance and skills, witness the glacier once reaching the top point.

Afterward, this treacherous ride takes you to the second coldest inhabited town of Dras. You'll realize insufficient carb power as you cruise towards Kargil for a nice dinner and stay. Ironically to pain in your bum and shoulders, your eyes contend ice, alpines, wild horse, and the Himalayas. Stop at the Kargil War Memorial to pay tribute to martyr soldiers. Do not forget to gaze at the stars at night, if you did; you'll miss something stunning!

• Sonamarg altitude: 9100 feet
• Kargil altitude: 8780 feet
• Key attractions: Drass memorial, Zoji La Pass, Machoi Glacier
• Accommodation: Deluxe hotel
• Included meals: Breakfast, dinner

Day 3: Kargil - Lamayuru - Leh (225 kilometers / 140 miles)

Walk past the historic city to cruise on NH 1D again. Unlike yesterday's terrain, glide through two higher passes Namik La (12,139 feet) and Fotu La (12,478 feet). Lowered carb power or a headache is a mere symptom that you are flying high. Catch a glimpse of one of the oldest monasteries while riding across Lamayuru.

For a selfie break, land your ride at the moon land of Ladakh. The magnetic hill pulls you from Lamayuru; you better reach Leh before it's dark; the killing temperature might kill you!

• Kargil altitude: 8780 feet
• Leh altitude: 11500 feet
• Key attractions: Fotu La, Namik La, Lamayuru, Moonland of Ladakh
• Accommodation: 3-star hotel
• Included meals: Breakfast, dinner

Day 4: Rest day at Leh

Just like you, after riding on such rugged terrains, the motorbike needs rest and a thorough check-up. So, leave the motorbike at the hotel for maintenance. You can sense oxygen; you are free to wander around. For today, please use the local commute modes, public transport, or rent a car.

Feed and set free the lone wolf within to explore various parts of the Leh city and numerous monasteries. Go around the market and taste authentic Ladakhi food with salted tea made of Yak milk. Come back to the hotel for dinner in the evening.

• Leh altitude: 11500 feet
• Key attractions: Shanti Stupa, Thiksey monastery, Shey Palace, Magnetic Hill, and Indus - Zanskar Confluence
• Accommodation: 3-star hotel
• Included meals: Breakfast, dinner

Day 5: Leh - Chang La Pass - Durbuk - Pangong (170 kilometers / 106 miles)

The day starts with a mix of excitement and nervousness for riders as well as Bollywood enthusiasts. Head towards the next big thing. En route Pangong, you'll ride on earthen and gravel roads to mighty Chang La (17,580 feet). From the op, you may catch the glimpse of Khang Yisay atop of Hemis National Park. Eventually, it reminds you of how small you are on earth.

You will forget the count of the numerous small water streams on the road, which keeps flooding your mud wrapped bike before you finally reach the lake. Do not stop at every other point to take photos, unless you wish to miss the sunset view at Pangong Lake. It may not be the best place you stayed in the past, but remember the fact of how less of these were produced or manufactured in Ladakh.

Probably, each amenity that you enjoy has traveled a thousand kilometers to serve you. So, praise the hardship of your host and enjoy an evening soul-searching walk on the beautiful blue lake bank.

• Leh altitude: 11500 feet
• Pangong altitude: 15280 feet
• Accommodation: Swiss tent
• Included meals: Breakfast, dinner

Day 6: Pangong - Shyok - Agham - Nubra Valley (180 kilometers / 112 miles)

Today, you'll be riding on an incredibly moody road with a wide variety of terrains, changing every few kilometers. The road to Nubra will confuse you whether to look on the road or the beautiful view of the oasis in the high-altitude desert. The Dream Riders Group hopes you never get confused. You'll face hilly curves at the beginning, accompanied by the roar of Shyok.

Look at the mountains across the river on your right side, that would be the Karakoram mountain ranges. Sandstorm and rolling stones are very usual, just like water crossing. Who knew crossing a dry river could also be so painful says your touché while crossing Shyok River. Once you reach the campsite, enjoy the evening with bonfire and music, a perfect way to nourish your vitals and soul at the Himalayas, isn't it?

• Pangong altitude: 15280 feet
• Nubra altitude: 10080 feet
• Key attractions: Karakoram Mountain Range and Shyok River
• Accommodation: Swiss tent
• Included meals: Breakfast, dinner

Day 7: Nubra - Turtuk - Nubra (180 kilometers / 112 miles)

It is the day when you'll explore an untouched destination. Today, you are headed towards the northernmost village in India, Turtuk, the only Baltic Town in India; once a part of Pakistan until 1972. Take it as an opportunity to explore the culture and traditions of Baltic people. Don't forget to take a snap with the mighty K2. You have to turn into a writer to narrate the beauty of Gate to Siachen in words.

Soon after, head to the last Indo Pak border town, Thang which is just three kilometers from the actual line of control. You have to be there to understand the riders' feeling of the farthest village of India. You will return to the Nubra Valley in the evening and visit the dunes famous for its humped Bactrian camel.

• Nubra altitude: 10080 feet
• Turtuk altitude: 10000 feet
• Key attractions: Karakoram Mountain Range, Nubra River, and Sand Dunes
• Accommodation: Swiss tent
• Included meals: Breakfast, dinner

Day 8: Nubra - Khardung La – Leh (180 kilometers / 87 miles)

Let's go! You are leaving to witness a human-made wonder. A lot has been and is being said about Khardung La. You'll also observe a 50-foot tall statue of Maitreyi (Buddha) en route. Even though the roads are broken, muddy, and narrow, there is still a road to the highest motorable road for a civilian.

While you ride for the hilltop, you'll understand the toil it takes to build and maintain a road at this altitude; the respect for BRO reaches a new height. Your eyes glitter by looking BRO's board of highest motorable road, the feeling is so difficult to express. "Mission accomplished"; you along with many other overly enthusiastic riders run for the customary photograph with the board.

After the joyous celebration, drive downhill for kilometers; which feels scary while looking at endless downhill roads. The grand road welcomes you back to Leh.

• Nubra altitude: 10,080 feet
• Leh altitude: 11,500 feet
• Key attractions: Highest Motorable Road and Diskit Monastery
• Accommodation: 3-star hotel
• Included meals: Breakfast, dinner.

Day 9: Leh - Morey plains - Pang (180 kilometers / 112 miles)

It is time to bid farewell to Leh. Witness color-changing mountains and topography while heading to Upshi, riding along the subsidiary river of the Indus river. Head towards Pang, you'll reach Tanglang La after riding 30 kilometers uphill. You can catch the breath while selfie and social media lovers click photos at the top. Then you will ride towards Morey Plains, a part of the Tibetian plateau.

Go crazy with lenses under the scorching sun on this high plateau. Pang is so remote and cold; it dares you to sleep without socks. your executive class body wouldn't mind sleeping at Banjaara-style stays, cramped beds in a common tent. You can cook your own food outside with your trembling hands. Do not waste food here; it is a much-valued luxury. Have a nice warm meal at a unique group tent. Don’t judge the place for the scarce amenities, you may not have the heart-warming hospitality even in a five-star hotel. You better be ready to dance when a fellow rider sings in the evening meet up!

• Leh altitude: 11500 feet
• Pang altitude: 15280 feet
• Key attractions: Morey Plains, Tanglang La
• Accommodation: GrouptTent
• Included meals: Breakfast, dinner

Day 10: Pang - Sarchu - Keylong (190 kilometers / 118 miles)

With breakfast in your belly and you on the saddle, start riding. As the customary go, dessert is served at last. Head forward road blockades, landslides, snowfall, etc. are frequent along with the three high altitude passes (16,500 feet Baralacha La, 15547 feet Naki La, 16616 feet Lachung La).

It is less scary than Zoji La, but not less fun. You will not get a chance to be careless, you'll remember God many times. Roads will turn slightly comforting after Zing Zing Bar. In this 180-kilometer ride, you'll remember God many times. After dinner, you'll get to lie down on your bed at Keylong.

• Pang altitude: 15280 feet
• Keylong altitude: 10100 feet
• Key attractions: 21 Hairpin Ghata Loops, Baralach La Pass, Suraj Tal
• Accommodation: Deluxe Hotel
• Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 11: Keylong - Rohtang - Manali (120 kilometers / 75 miles)

After breakfast, assemble along with the bikes as you depart to explore Himachali beauty. You'll enjoy different colors of beauty in Manali Highway, but at times, it reminds you of Ladakh. As if, you enjoy the company of the new girlfriend, but you still miss your ex. The twist and turns on the Rohtang Pass let you enjoy the last drag of the ride.

Finally, you'll reach Manali to leave your machines in peace, hand over the motorbike key and gears to the team. Feel free to go out to party in Old Manali or have a drink with ride buddies at the hotel.

• Manali altitude: 6700 feet
• Keylong altitude: 10100 feet
• Key attractions: Rohtang Pass, Sissu, and Rahala Waterfalls
• Hotel: 4-star hotel
• Included meals: Breakfast, dinner

Day 12: Manali - Hometown

After breakfast, you'll meet again to bid farewell to each other and cheers the moments of togetherness. Here onwards, you'll leave for your lives and cities.

• Transfers: Not included
• Included meals: Breakfast

Skill levels required for this tour: intermediate and advanced

Intermediate:

• can ride for 3-4 hours
• average riding experience
• little assistance required
• comfortable with extreme curves and leans
• average experience with unsurfaced roads
• steep ascents and descents

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

On this tour, you will get to visit Pangong and Majestic Lakes, various attractions in Leh, Turtuk, and historical sites and interesting places in Srinagar.

Khardung La

The riders on this trip will explore the highest motorable road of the world accessible to a civilian, sitting at an altitude of 18,380 feet. The ecstatic feeling of a rider reaching that point is beyond words. You would witness an uphill unlike ever before and never again. The road extends the path to strategically crucial Nubra Valley. En route to Nubra Valley, one gets to see Diskit Gompa or the monastery and its chortens.

Pangong Lake

Almost 40 percent of the salt lake lies in the Indian territory and the rest lies in China. The 134-kilometer-long lake is situated at 14,270 feet altitude and covers 604 square kilometers. The sunrise is as stunning and mesmerizing as the sunset at the lake.

Leh Monastery

While in Leh, riders do not miss out on the opportunity to visit the largest Buddhist temple in the Ladakh region. The 12-story building complex preserves Buddhist culture, including Thangka paintings, statues, stupas, swords, and so on in it.

Nubra Valley

While on the trip, you will visit Nubra Valley, which is the jewel of the Himalayas. Situated 150 kilometers away from the city of Leh, the austere of the region is cradled by the snow-clad and rugged mountains. "How come the desert is situated at this altitude?" would pop up when you stay and spend nights there. The barley fields, sand dunes, and ride of an endangered double-hump Bactrian camel soothe the soul.

This tour will cover various destinations in India including Manali, Rohtang Pass, Keylong, Sarchu, Pang, Leh, Pangong Lake, Shyok River, Nubra Valley, Turtuk, Kargil, and Srinagar. Here is the list of mountain passes: Khardung La, Baralach La, Tanglang La, Chang La, Namik La, Naki La, Fotu La, Rohtang La, and Jozi La among the prominent ones.

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During this tour, you will be offered a vegetarian breakfast with eggs or omelet and dinner. Food will be typically Indian and Tibetan and, at some places, non-vegetarian (depending upon availability). For special dietary requirements, it is a good idea to communicate it with the organizer before making a reservation.

• River Rafting at Manali
• Paragliding at Manali
• Fresh water river rafting at Zanskar and Indus Confluence
• Camel Safari at Nubra Valley
• ATV ride at Nubra Valley
• Yak milk tea tasting at Leh/Nubra
• Authentic Himalayan herb shopping at Turtuk (Shilajit-Himalayan Viagra, Apricot, etc.)
• Spa treatments are only available at Manali or Leh.

• Royal Enfield 411 CC Himalayan motorcycle rental for the tour
• Activities and visits to make the experience truly memorable
• Support vehicle for carrying luggage and other essentials
• Oxygen cylinder and basic medical amenities
• 11 nights quality twin-share accommodation (Except at Pang)
• Daily breakfast and dinner
• Experienced road captain
• Experienced mechanic
• One spare rider for emergency
• Group pickup from Srinagar airport
• All inner line permits for restricted areas

• Your two-way travel to Srinagar Airport (SXR) and from Manali
• Fuel for the ride
• Lunches on all days
• Bike deposit: 10,000 INR
• Optional rental for the helmet, knee guards, and jacket
• Indian visa
• Spa treatments
• Personal expenses (Snacks, bottled water, Juice, Porter Etc)
• Any spares consume during the ride
• Monument entry charges and camel/horse ride
• Single occupancy add-on
• Applicable government GST tax
• Personal travel insurance
• Alcoholic beverages
• Anything not mentioned in Inclusions
• Any hotel, subsistence, or other costs incurred prior to the official start date of the tour and after the official end date of the tour

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• A reservation requires a deposit of 25% of the total price.
• The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
• The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.