Leh-Leh motorbiking (6 days)

Go motorbiking over some of the highest mountain roads in the world and explore the cold, desert kingdom of Ladakh with a short, 6-day itinerary. Accompanied by an entourage of like-minded motorbikers, you'll follow an expert road captain to visit secluded destinations, from the sand dunes of Hunder to the multi-coloured lake of Pangong. During the day, you'll thunder across national highways and off-beat roads, with dramatic views of snow-capped peaks and barren mountains on all sides. En route, you'll halt to visit landmarks like the Shanti Stupa or monasteries like the Diskit Monastery, making memories to last a lifetime.

Please note that price displayed is the per person price for TWO people on one bike (rider plus pillion), and includes fuel. For a solo rider, the cost will be INR 20,500, including fuel.

Please note that an additional refundable, security deposit of INR 5,000 per motorbike, not included in the cost displayed, is to be paid directly to the tour operator.

Destination

Your 6-day adventure across Ladakh begins the moment you land at Leh, the capital city and the largest city of the valley. This historic city, dotted with Buddhist landmarks, is your base camp as you make excursions to visit the Nubra Valley and the Pangong Lake. Travelling over twisting roads and high altitude passes, you'll get some of most stunning, postcard views of Ladakhi mountains, painted with differing shades of brown and grey. Throughout the journey, you'll be surrounded by dominating mountains on the horizon with snow-capped summits extending far above the clouds. After visiting the highlights of Ladakh, you'll end your tour at Leh with memories of an unforgettable adventure.

Destination highlights

Go motorbiking in Ladakh on a short, 6-day itinerary. | Visit the multi-coloured Pangong Lake and the sand dunes of Nubra Valley. | Get stunning views of the desolate Ladakhi landscape. | Ride through the Khardung-La, highest mountain pass in the world. | Travel with an entourage of motorbikers and experience exciting new adventures.

Off-road biking

Yes

Yes

11482 feet

17582 feet

11482 feet

570 kms

142 kms

Experienced road captain and support mechanic with spare parts

Royal Enfield

RE Bullet

350cc engine

NA

NA

Experienced support crew-mechanic - backup vehicle to carry spare parts and tool kits.

Please ensure that vehicle is registered to the riders name and all documents - pollution check - insurance - drivers licence etc - are in order.

No

NA

NA

There is no pick-up for this Ladakh motorbiking trip.

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There is no drop-off for this Ladakh motorbiking trip.

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Leh

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09:00

09:00

Arrive in Leh. You'll report to a pre-determined hotel in the city, where you'll meet your fellow riders and road captain. In the evening, you can visit the local marketplace to shop for any last minute essentials before beginning your motorbiking adventure. Overnight in Swiss tents or a hotel in Leh.

Overnight in Swiss tents or a hotel in Leh.

Arrive in Leh. You'll be accommodated in Swiss tents or a hotel in Leh. Today's meal package includes dinner only. Please remember to carry spare cash and a govt-issued ID card with you.

Food

Dinner

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Day 1 Milestone

Leh

Leh

09:00 AM

Today is reserved as a rest day for you to acclimatize to the high altitude of the city. You can spend your day at leisure or choose to visit various local attractions in Leh such as the Leh Palace and the Shanti Stupa. Nearby attractions also include the famous Hemis Monastery and Shey Monastery. Overnight in Swiss tents or a hotel at Leh.

Overnight in Swiss tents or a hotel at Leh.

Spend the day at Leh. You'll be accommodated in Swiss tents or a hotel in Leh. All accommodation will be in twin or triple sharing rooms. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner only.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

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Day 2 Milestone

Leh

Leh

07:00 AM

On today's ride from Leh to Nubra Valley, you'll take on the adventure of riding over the world's highest motorable mountain pass at the Khardung-La. At an altitude of over 18,000 feet, stop to take in scenes of the snow-laden landscape from the pass. You'll cross Khardung-La and enter the Nubra Valley, a high-altitude cold desert known for the sand dunes and double-humped camels. Subject to time constraints, you'll also visit the nearby Diskit Monastery. Overnight in Swiss tents or a hotel at Nubra Valley.

Overnight in Swiss tents or a hotel at Nubra Valley.

Ride from Leh to Nubra Valley. You'll be accommodated in Swiss tents or a hotel at Nubra Valley. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner only. Every day, you'll stop at a restaurant or eatery en route to your destination, where you can have lunch at your own expense.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg

Day 3 Milestone

Leh

Nubra Valley

07:00 AM

One of the most adventurous of all days, today will see you taking off-beat, rocky, narrow mountain roads to the Pangong Lake. The astounding beauty of the lake, flanked by towering mountains on all sides, stands out as soon as you arrive. The colours of the water change shades of blue and green as the sun begins to set in the evening. At night, look up at the dark sky, twinkling with a thousand, bright stars. Overnight in Swiss tents at the Pangong Lake.

Overnight in Swiss tents at the Pangong Lake.

Ride from Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake. You'll be accommodated in Swiss tents at Pangong Lake. All accommodation units throughout the trip, including the Swiss tents, will come with attached washrooms. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner only.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg

Day 4 Milestone

Nubra Valley

Pangong Lake

07:00 AM

After a blissful night by the Pangong Lake, you'll travel back to the capital city of Leh. En route, you'll cross the high-altitude Chang-La Pass and take a pit stop outside the Lotus Valley School, featured in the popular Bollywood movie '3 Idiots'. Overnight in Swiss tents or a hotel in Leh.

Overnight in Swiss tents or a hotel in Leh.

Ride from Pangong Lake to Leh. You'll be accommodated in Swiss tents or a hotel at Leh. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner only. Please note that due to the high-altitude, there may be limited road access and availability of services like cellular network or bank ATMs.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg

Day 5 Milestone

Pangong Lake

Leh

07:00 AM

Check-out from the hotel in the morning and depart for Leh Airport. Your trip ends here.

Your trip ends by late morning.

Check-out and depart from Leh. Today's meal package includes breakfast only. Your trip ends here.

Food

Breakfast

Veg

Day 6 Milestone

Leh

Leh

07:00 AM

Includes / Excludes

Includes

  • 350cc Royal Enfield motorbike for one motorbike rider plus one pillion rider
  • Fuel for motorbikes, as required, plus safety helmets
  • Backup vehicle to carry luggage, fuel, spare parts and support crew/mechanic
  • Basic spare parts for the motorbikes (all spare parts chargeable, if used)
  • Accommodation in hotels or Swiss tents with attached washrooms for 5 nights on a twin/triple-sharing basis (couples on a twin-sharing basis, subject to availability)
  • Meal package consisting of all breakfasts and dinners from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 6
  • Services of experienced road captain and mechanic
  • First aid kit (including oxygen cylinders)
  • All government permits and charges, including the Ladakh Inner Line permit
  • All applicable taxes

Excludes

  • Bring your own motorbike for a total trip cost of INR 14,250 per person (Without fuel and helmet) including GST
  • Upgrade to solo rider on a 350 CC bike with fuel and GST included: INR 21,150
  • Seat in SUV without motorbike: INR 19,100 including GST
  • Travel arrangements between your home city and Delhi, plus airport transfers in Delhi
  • Rental of knee pads and elbow guards (arranged at additional cost)
  • Refundable security deposit of INR 5,000 per motorbike
  • Lunch, throughout the trip
  • Entry fees and photography/video charges at places of interest
  • Personal expenses like extra meals, beverages, apparel or gear etc.
  • Costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather etc.
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions

What to Wear

What to Wear

  • T-shirts/shirts and jeans/track pants
  • Jacket and sweater
  • Inner thermal wear
  • Woollen and cotton socks
  • Waterproof, sports shoes
  • Not to wear - Expensive gadgets or jewellery

What not to Wear

  • Loose clothing that will tangle around you while swimming
  • Restrictive clothing
  • Flip-flops

Equipment / Gear

We Provide

  • 350cc Royal Enfield motorcycle
  • Fuel for the motorbike and safety helmets
  • Backup vehicle to carry luggage, backup fuel, spare parts and support crew
  • First aid kit (including oxygen cylinder)

You need to get

  • Govt-issued photo ID card (plus driver's license)
  • Towel and napkins
  • Personal toiletries
  • Sunscreen lotion (SPF 40+) and lip balm
  • UV Sunglasses
  • Tarpaulin or plastic sheet
  • Small torch or head lamp
  • Candle and match box
  • Insect repellent
  • Dry snacks (chocolates, biscuits etc.)
  • Camera
  • Spare cash

Medical Kit

  • Specific personal or prescribed medication
  • Personal first-aid kit

Cancellation policy

For cancellations made more than 60 days before departure of the Ladakh motorbiking trip: 100% refund.

For cancellations made 45-60 days before departure of the Ladakh motorbiking trip: 75% refund.

For cancellations made 30-44 days before departure of the Ladakh motorbiking trip: 50% refund.

For cancellations made 20-29 days before departure of the Ladakh motorbiking trip: 25% refund.

For cancellations made less than 20 days before departure of the Ladakh motorbiking trip: no refund.

In case of show: no refund.

All refunds will be processed after deducting an administration fee of INR 5,000 per person and a transaction fee of INR 200 per person. The administration fee is charged by the tour operator, the transaction fee is charged by The Great Next.

Rules on trip

The motorbike rider as well as the pillion rider is required to wear a helmet at all times while riding the motorbike. A safety helmet will be provided to all travellers by the tour operator.

Travellers are required to carry a valid, govt-issued photo ID card and a valid driver's licence.

Travellers are required to follow all instructions of the road captain during the Ladakh motorbiking trip.

Consumption of alcohol and drugs is strictly prohibited during the trip. Travellers suspected of intoxication will not be allowed to participate in the trip.

Travellers getting their own motorbike must ensure that the vehicle is registered to the rider's name and all the relevant documents (pollution check, insurance and driver's licence etc) are in order.

Additional instructions, booking policies, terms and conditions

Travellers will be required to pay a refundable, security deposit of INR 5,000 per motorbike. Any major damage or loss to the motorbike and use of any spare parts will be deducted from the security deposit. This deposit is payable directly to the tour operator and any disputes involving the deposit will be settled between the tour operator and the traveller.

Travellers are only allowed to store one rucksack of maximum 60 liters capacity in the support vehicle. Any extra luggage will be the responsibility of the traveller.

If any traveller wishes to exit the tour mid-way for any medical or personal reasons, an additional charge of transporting the motorbike from the leaving point to the end point will be applicable.

The tour operator reserves the right to alter or cancel the itinerary of this Ladakh motorbiking trip due to any unforeseen circumstances to ensure maximum safety of travellers and staff. Costs arising due to such a change in itinerary will be borne by the traveller.

Travellers are requested to treat the local culture with respect and avoid littering, defacing property and monuments and causing general disturbance.

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