Manali-Leh-Manali Biking (11 days)

This Leh motorcycle trip odyssey takes you from the lush valleys of Manali into the heart of one of the most starkly beautiful regions of India, and back to Manali. You'll be riding to iconic landmarks like Pangong Lake, Sarchu, and Nubra Valley, thundering through high altitude mountain passes, visiting monasteries, camping under Ladakhi skies, and making memories that will last you a lifetime.

IMPORTANT: This Manali-Leh motorbiking trip package is for one person, with accommodation on twin/triple sharing basis. For two persons on one bike, the cost will be INR 36,000 per person. You're welcome to bring non-riders along to sit in the SUV. This will cost INR 30,400 per person, per seat.

NOTE: There is an additional refundable deposit of INR 10,000 per bike to be paid before the start of the Leh motorbiking trip. This will be paid directly to the operator.

Destination

Your Manali-Leh-Manali motorbiking adventure starts in the small centre of Leh, where you'll have a day to get used to the altitude. After that, you'll set off to Jispa, and onwards to Sarchu. You'll ride through the high altitude pass of Khardung La, and visit the cold desert of Nubra Valley, where you'll see sand dunes and double-humped camels. After that, you'll head to the blue-green Pangong Lake, and spend a night there, before returning to Leh, and then back to Manali. At the end of this trip, these roads will be a part of you forever.

Destination highlights

Roar through the Leh landscape on a powerful Royal Enfield. | Visit Ladakhi landmarks like Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake, and Khardung La. | Travel across the land from the lush green valleys of Manali to the stark landscape of Leh. | Spend the night in tents on the banks of Pangong Lake. | Sleep in the cold desert of the Nubra Valley.

Off-road biking

Yes

No

11480 feet

17570 feet

4900 feet

590 km

100 km

Yes

Royal Enfield

Bullet-Classic

350 CC

1-3 years

NA

Yes

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

No

NA

NA

Kullu

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Kullu

Motorbike

Manali

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07:00

10:00

Today you'll arrive in Kullu and will check in to your campsite. You'll be given your bikes today, and can go for a short ride to get used to them. The day is free for you to meet the other members of your biker gang, and get used to the altitude. If you need to buy any last minute essentials, today is a good day. Overnight in campsite on twin or triple sharing basis.

Overnight in Kullu

You'll spend the night in a twin or triple sharing tent with an attached washroom (no hot water, but a bucket of hot water can be arranged on request). You can spend the day enjoying the green environs of the campsite. Today's package includes breakfast (if you arrive on time) and dinner.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg|Non-veg

Day 1 Milestone

Kullu

Kullu

07:00 AM

After a hearty breakfast, you'll begin your first day of riding. You'll ride on the Manali-Leh highway, towards Jispa. The first check point for the day is Rohtang Pass, at an altitude of 13,047 feet. At Jispa, you will stay in a hotel on triple sharing basis.

Overnight in Jispa

Tonight you'll stay in a hotel, in triple sharing rooms in Jispa. Today's package includes breakfast and dinner.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg|Non-veg

Day 2 Milestone

Kullu

Jispa

07:00 AM

After a hearty breakfast, you'll hit the road again. Today you'll go thorugh Baralacha La, a pass located at an incredible 16,000 feet, and into Sarchu. Participants sleep overnight in camps with attached washrooms on triple sharing basis

Overnight in Sarchu

Tonight you'll be staying in deluxe tents with attached washrooms, on triple sharing basis. This is when you start to feel even more connected to the landscape, when you can hear all its sounds as you fall asleep. Today's package includes breakfast and dinner.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg|Non-veg

Day 3 Milestone

Jispa

Sarchu

07:00 AM

You'll start your ride towards Leh, going through Tanglang La (17,480 ft) which is the third highest motorable pass in the world. Later in the afternoon, you will cross the Indus valley and arrive at Leh. Overnight stay in hotel with attached washrooms.

Overnight in Leh

You'll spend the night in a charming hotel in Leh, sharing rooms with attached washrooms. Triple sharing only.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg|Non-veg

Day 4 Milestone

Sarchu

Leh

07:00 AM

It's a rest day in Leh today. Over the next few days, you'll be covering long distances at high altitudes, so it is important that you are properly acclimatized. Make sure you rest, stay hydrated, and eat regular meals. In the evening, you can go for a short walk in Leh city. Overnight in your hotel in Leh.

Overnight in Leh

You'll spend the night in a charming hotel in Leh, sharing rooms with attached washrooms. Triple sharing only.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg|Non-veg

Day 5 Milestone

Leh

Leh

05:30 AM

Today you'll leave Leh behind and head off into the mountains to Nubra Valley. The ride is very scenic, and you'll get to stop at Khardung La en route. Khardung La is at an elevation of 17,582 feet. You'll have some time to explore the pass and take photographs, before you head on to Nubra Valley. This cold desert is barren and dramatic, and you're sure to see the famous double-humped camels here. You'll be staying in Nubra Valley for the night, in a hotel. Overnight in twin or triple sharing rooms.

Overnight in Nubra

You'll be staying at a hotel or campsite in Nubra Valley. Your accommodation will be twin or triple sharing, with attached washrooms. Today's package includes breakfast and dinner.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg|Non-veg

Day 6 Milestone

Leh

Nubra

07:00 AM

It's time to put your helmets on again and ride out to Pangong Lake. This famous lake is breathtaking, with clear blue water that stretches for miles. You'll be camping in deluxe Swiss tents for the night, right on the banks of the lake. You'll get to see the sun setting over the lake, turning it all shades of purple and crimson. Overnight in tents at Pangong Lake.

Overnight at Pangong Lake

Tonight you'll spend the night beside the lake, in a deluxe tent with attached toilets, on sharing basis.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg|Non-veg

Day 7 Milestone

Nubra

Pangong

07:00 AM

Today you'll say goodbye to Pangong Lake and ride back to Leh. You'll stop at Khardung La once again, and then proceed onwards to Leh. At Leh, you'll check in to your hotel for the night. Enjoy your last evening in Leh for this Manali-Leh-Manali biking trip, because tomorrow you'll begin your return to Manali. Overnight in hotel.

Overnight in Leh

Tonight you'll return to Leh and will spend the night in a hotel. Your rooms are on twin/triple sharing, and have attached washrooms. Today's package includes breakfast and dinner.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg|Non-veg

Day 8 Milestone

Pangong

Leh

07:00 AM

Today you'll ride to Sarchu, and stop there for the night. Sarchu lies at 14,000 feet and is serene and vast. You'll enjoy the peace and quiet here. You'll stay at deluxe camps for the night.

Overnight in Sarchu

Tonight you'll be staying in deluxe tents with attached washrooms, on triple sharing basis. Today's package includes breakfast and dinner.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg|Non-veg

Day 9 Milestone

Leh

Sarchu

07:00 AM

Today you'll wake up, dig into breakfast, and set off on the last stretch of your Manali-Leh-Manali biking trip. You'll ride from Sarchu to Manali today. By evening, you'll check in to a campsite in Manali. You'll be returning your bikes today. Overnight in tents.

Overnight in Manali

You'll spend the night in a twin or triple sharing tent with an attached washroom (no hot water, but a bucket of hot water can be arranged on request). You can spend the day enjoying the green environs of the campsite. Today's package includes breakfast and dinner.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg|Non-veg

Day 10 Milestone

Sarchu

Manali

07:00 AM

Today you'll wake up, dig into breakfast, and enjoy a peaceful morning before it's time to check out. Trip ends here, leaving you free to proceed on your way.

Trip ends after breakfast

Today you'll wake up and eat a hearty breakfast. After that, it's time to check out. Trip ends here.

Food

Breakfast

Veg|Non-veg

Day 11 Milestone

Manali

Manali

07:00 AM

Includes / Excludes

Includes

  • Rental of 350 CC Royal Enfield Bullet in good riding condition for the itinerary, with safety helmet
  • SUV transport as per itinerary
  • Fuel for bikes as per itinerary
  • Accommodation in neat and clean hotels or camps on twin/triple sharing basis at all locations
  • Breakfasts and dinners starting from breakfast on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 11
  • Experienced and knowledgeable mechanic and guide to accompany trip
  • Backup vehicle in case of emergencies
  • Basic spare parts for the bikes (all spare parts chargeable if used)
  • Inner Line Permits and Rohtang Permit
  • First aid kit with certified guides
  • Oxygen cylinders
  • All applicable taxes

Excludes

  • Any travel/flights/trains into and out of Manali
  • Refundable security deposit of INR 10,000 per bike
  • Daily lunch
  • Charges for spares parts and damage caused to the bikes during the ride
  • Entry fees for entrance to places of visit
  • Meals/services not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Any adventure activites (Rafting cost: Phey to Nimmo (25 km) - INR 1500 per person (includes lunch)
  • Charges for video cameras, still cameras, etc.
  • Any form of personal expenses like tips, telephone calls, laundry, etc
  • Costs rising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather, etc.
  • Insurance

What to Wear

What to Wear

  • Spare jeans, pants or lowers 4 -5 pairs
  • Inner wear 2 pairs
  • Socks (4-5 pairs)
  • Fleece jacket
  • 2-3 shirts/t-shirts and a sweatshirt
  • Thermal top and bottom
  • Not to wear - Expensive jewellery or gadgets

What not to Wear

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

Equipment / Gear

We Provide

  • One 350 cc Royal Enfield rental and helmet
  • Fuel for bike as per itinerary
  • Reflective jackets
  • Back up Tempo Traveller vehicle
  • Basic spare repair parts on chargeable basis
  • First aid kit with oxygen cyclinders
  • All camping equipment as required

You need to get

  • Two 1 ltr water bottles
  • Riding gloves or insulated gloves
  • Knee and shin guards
  • Riding jacket
  • Riding pants
  • Riding shoes
  • Lip care
  • Torch
  • Body moisturizer
  • Sunscreen lotion SPF 50+
  • UV sunglasses
  • Personal toiletries
  • Small hand towel
  • Personal medicines
  • Camera
  • Slippers
  • Documents and IDs (driving license)
  • Power bank and extra batteries for your gadgets
  • Sufficient cash
  • Participants must hold a valid driving license
  • Your own USB of 32 GB for photos and videos

Medical Kit

  • Please carry all specific personal and prescribed medications.

Cancellation policy

For cancellations made 45 days or more before the departure of the Leh motorbiking trip: 75% of the trip fees will be refunded, minus any transaction charges.

For cancellations made 30-44 days before the departure of the Leh motorbiking trip: 50% of the trip fees will be refunded, minus any transaction charges.

For cancellations made 0-29 days before the departure of the Leh motorbiking trip: No refund.

No refunds for late arrival or no show.

Rules on trip

During the Manali-Leh motorbiking trip, you must wear a helmet at all times. You will also be required to carry your ID at all times.

Any damage of the bike/helmet during the Manali-Leh bike trip will have to be paid for by the guest. Before starting the Leh motorbiking trip, all riders and pillion riders have to sign an Indemnity form.

Participants who leave the group mid-way (for medical/health or other reasons) will have to pay for any additional costs and for transporting the bike back to Manali-Leh.

Compensation for any damage/accident done by you during the Leh motorbiking trip to others' property/person would be directly payable by you.

All guests will be responsible for safety and security of their own luggage.

Additional instructions, booking policies, terms and conditions

The operator reserves the right to change the dates of departure of the Manali-Leh motorbiking trip if it is deemed unsafe.

The operator will not be held responsible for any change in itinerary of the Manali-Leh motorbiking ride due to reasons beyond control, like change in flight and train schedule, cancellation of flights/trains, political disturbances, natural phenomenon, etc.

The operator or any of its service providers does not cover for any kind of insurance and will not be liable in any case for any mishap/loss etc.

The operator has the right to cancel the group if a minimum of 4 bookings is not confirmed.

Any meals/services not availed of by the traveller are not refundable.

Cost variations: This Manali-Leh motorbiking trip package is for one person, with accommodation on twin/triple sharing basis. For two persons on one bike, the cost will be INR 36,000 per person. You're welcome to bring non-riders along to sit in the SUV. This will cost INR 30,400 per person, per seat.

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