“Experience two weeks of wild adventure touring”
13 Day Manali and Ladakh Guided Motorcycle Raid in India
Manali, India
India Royal Enfield Motorcycle Adventure Journey
Touring through Manali and Ladakh offers you the challenging roads of Ladakh, give you the chance to explore Nubra, Pangong, Tso Kar Lake, the magnificent Tsomoriri Lake, the extreme Khardung La at 17,582 feet, five days of camping, double-humped camel rides, and shopping at the Leh Bazaar! Motorcycles provided for this tour are Himalayan or Classic as per your choice. Road conditions vary from smooth tarmac to harsh rocky tracks. The average daily ride varies between five to eight hours with plenty of water stoppages. There will be plenty of photography and videography for you to take back home!
Key Information
- Terrain: smooth tarmac to harsh rocky tracks
- Bike: rental bike (Royal Enfield Classic / Himalayan)
- Mileage: 1600 kilometers / 995 miles
- Daily rides: 200 kilometers / 124 miles
- Riding gear: not included; available to rent: knee pads and elbow guards
- Meals: all meals
Highlights
- Starts and ends in Manali
- Experience the extreme Khardung La at 17,582 feet
- See the Magnetic Hill and magnificent Tsomoriri Lake
- Treacherous Passes: Chang La, Tanglang La, Nakee La, Baralacha La
- Explore the nomadic lands of Ladakh and go shopping at the Tibetan Leh Market
- Ride the challenging roads of Himalayas
- Witness the cold desert of Hunder
- 12 nights accommodation
Skill level
- Advanced
Styles
12 riding days in English
The organizer also speaks: Hindi
Group size: Maximum of 20 participants
Airport transfer included:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
09:00
Check-out Time:
11:00
The accommodation on this trip is deliberately varied to give you a wide experience in the region. Sometimes it will be in top-end four or five-star hotels with all the facilities and sometimes at deluxe campsites miles away from anywhere.
Program
Day 1: New Delhi - Manali
After landing at New Delhi, you will be greeted by the executive at the airport who will take you to your designated hotel in a private car/coach. In the evening, you will board the bus booked by the team from New Delhi to Manali
Day 2: Manali
Jullay! Check in to your hotel upon arrival in Manali. You are recommended to take a rest before anything else to get accustomed to the weather. Later in the evening, you will be introduced with your beast, the tour leader will brief you about the precautionary measures, riding tips, bike check-ups, and safety. Overnight stay will be at the hotel. Take a good night's sleep to ensure you are ready for your treacherous journey.
Day 3: Manali - Jispa (Camping/Hotel)
Ride across the Rohtang Pass situated at a height of 13,058 feet, as you ride towards Jispa. You would be riding for about 140 kilometers before reaching your destination. Overnight stay and dinner will be arranged at the campsite in Jispa or rooms will be provided in hotels, subject to availability.
Day 4: Jispa - Leh
After an early breakfast, start your journey towards Leh. It is the capital of the Ladakh district and was the chief residence of the 14th Dalai Lama until 1959. Situated at an altitude of 11,562 feet, Leh is known for its natural beauty and generosity of the locals. This route comprises mesmerizing views of the landscape which will leave you spellbound in the cold desert. Upon arrival, settle down and the evening is left free for you to explore the local market. Overnight stay will be arranged in the hotel.
Day 5: Leh
Rest day! You are free to visit nearby areas like Shanti Stupa and Leh Palace. In the evening, you can shop at Leh Bazaar.
Day 6: Leh - Hunder (Camping)
After breakfast and the morning briefing, ride towards Hunder via Khardung La (the highest motorable road on earth as claimed by locals). You can take your refreshments/lunches in Hunder and the rest of the day is left free for you to explore the nearby areas. You can enjoy camel safari in the sand dunes of Hunder. Accommodation will be arranged in the camps!
Day 7: Hunder - Pangong Tso (Camping)
After breakfast, begin your ride towards Pangong Tso, taking the unexplored Shyok village route. This route is famous for its scenery and waterfalls. You will be left awestruck at the first view of the lake. Later in the evening, dinner will be served and you will bring an end to the day. Enjoy camping!
Day 8: Pangong Tso - Leh
Early breakfast will be scheduled, followed by a thorough bike check-up. You will then start your journey towards Leh via Chang La (17,590 feet). Arrive in Leh after a short and beautiful six-hour journey. The evening is left free for you to explore or rest.
Day 9: Leh - Tso Moriri (Camping)
Start your day early today as you would be heading towards the most magnificent and picturesque Tso Moriri Lake. This extreme bike trip to Tso Moriri comes along with cold winds and thin air even during summers. The tour leader will make sure that you remain safe and sound throughout your ride. Dinner and bed will be arranged at a campsite near the lake.
Day 10: Tso Moriri - Sarchu (Camping)
Take an early breakfast as you will start your journey towards Sarchu. En route to Sarchu, visit the salt lake, Tso Kar, more plains, 40 kilometers plain stretch, Gata loops, a scary 21-hair-pin bend road, Lachungla, and Nakila pass. Overnight stay will be arranged in the campsites along with dinner.
Day 11: Sarchu - Manali
Begin your day after a healthy breakfast at the campsite and get ready for a thrilling ride back to Manali. En route, take frequent stoppages to watch the scenic beauty and to take some refreshments. Sit together in a cafe and discuss your experiences and the challenges you faced in the journey. Overnight stay will be arranged in the hotels and you will be asked to return the beast until next time.
Day 12: Manali
This day is free for you to explore the local market and shop for souvenirs.
Day 13: Departure
The last day of the trip, hotel services will remain available till 11:00 AM. Wild Triumph brings an end to a beautiful trip leaving you with memories enriched with happiness which will contain within till eternity. You will be given a strong farewell by the team for your good health, success, and happiness for the rest of your life. Ya Jullay!
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
Location
Hemmed in by the Great Himalaya to the south and the Kashmiri mountains to the north, the remote kingdom of Ladakh often feels worlds away from the rest of India, and none more so than in summer. While the rest of the country sees monsoon rains and high temperatures, Ladakh enjoys more comfortable temperatures and dazzling blue skies. Visit at any other time of the year and you’ll find it snowbound.
Food
Included in your package are all meals as per the itinerary.
Few Delicacies of Ladakh
- Chutagi - One of the most famous and signature dishes of Ladakh (dumpling soup)
- Skew - Another dumpling soup made in the same way as the chutagi but shaped like really tiny thumb-sized chapatis
- Paba
- Gur gur cha/butter tea/tsaza
- Momo
- Thukpa
- Tapu
- Chinese dishes
- Indian vegetarian dishes
- Chicken dishes
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Soda
- Detox juices
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
What's included
- Latest Royal Enfield Classic or Himalayan 500cc rental
- Special permit for restricted areas
- Fuel
- All meals
- Full support crew: group leader, professional local guide, mechanics with spare parts
- Mineral water and refreshment
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- 12 nights quality twin-share accommodation in luxury hotels and deluxe camps
- Support vehicle/s carrying your luggage, spare parts, tools, etc.
- Backup SUV for riders
- Domestic flight from Leh to New Delhi
- Emergency medical kit
What's not included
- Personal insurance
- International flights
- Visa
- Motorcycle damage ( No bike rental deposit is required. Minor damages are covered by Wild Triumph, however, major damage, particularly that are caused by rider error or riding beyond the capabilities of the bike will need to be covered by you.)
- Alcohol
- Riding gears (available to rent)
How to get there
Recommended Airports
DEL
Indira Gandhi International Airport
408 km
Transfer included
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at New Delhi Airport (DEL). Transfer from and to this airport is included in the price, Wild Triumph will pick you up from this airport.
Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport
Airport transfer included: Indira Gandhi International Airport
No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% 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.
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