Manali-Leh-Manali motorbiking (13 days)

Embark on this 13-day motorbiking adventure and explore the cold, desert kingdom of Ladakh on powerful Royal Enfield motorbikes. 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 rolling mountains of Sarchu. 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 a booking for one motorbike rider and one pillion rider.

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 13-day adventure across Ladakh begins from the rich and green valleys of Manali. With every passing day, you'll travel north towards Ladakh, travelling over twisting roads and high altitude passes, postcard views of rolling hills in view. Soon, you'll find yourself surrounded by the high-rising mountains of Ladakh, painted with differing shades of brown and grey. After exploring the city of Leh and the Ladakh range, you'll return to Manali with memories of an unforgettable adventure. Throughout the journey, you'll be mesmerized with views of dominating mountains on the horizon with snow-capped summits extending far above the clouds.

Destination highlights

Visit the cold deserts of Ladakh on a 13-day motorbiking tour. | Spend a night in Swiss tents by the famous Pangong Lake. | 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

6725 feet

17582 feet

6725 feet

1530 kms

170 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

Delhi

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Delhi

AC Semi Sleeper Volvo Bus

Manali

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18:00

09:00

In the afternoon, you'll report to the starting point in Delhi and board an AC Semi Sleeper Volvo Bus. Settle in for an overnight journey to Manali. Overnight in transit.

Overnight in transit.

Travel from Delhi to Manali in an AC Semi Sleeper Volvo Bus. You'll be spending the night in the bus travelling to Manali, so make sure to wear something comfortable. No meals are included in today's meal package.

Food

No meals are provided today

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Day 1 Milestone

Delhi

Manali

09:00 AM

You'll reach Manali by early morning. Check-in to a hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Today, you'll meet your road captain and your fellow travellers. A short briefing will be conducted by the captain to cover essential details about your upcoming ride. In the evening, you can test ride your motorbikes in the streets of Manali and visit local attractions like the Vashisht Temple and the Manali Mall Road. Overnight in a hotel at Manali.

Overnight in Hotel Hollywood, Kalinga, Seven Hills or similar accommodation.

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

Food

Dinner

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Day 2 Milestone

Manali

Manali

07:00 AM

Leaving behind the lush, green valleys of Manali, you'll begin your Ladakh motorbiking adventure and enter the barren, brown landscapes of the desert kingdom. En route, you'll cross the Rohtang Pass, a major mountain pass that often experiences major snowstorms in the winter season. Scenes of snow-capped mountains peaks will begin popping up over the horizon as you navigate tricky road sections and rest at vantage points. Overnight in a hotel or Swiss tents at Jispa.

Overnight in Jispa Journey Camps, The Yak Hotel Jispa, Hotel IBEX or similar accommodation.

Ride from Manali to Jispa. You'll be accommodated in Swiss tents or a hotel at Jispa. 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

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Day 3 Milestone

Manali

Jispa

07:00 AM

Continue forward from Jispa. You'll drive to the Sarchu Plains by going up to an altitude of over 16,000 feet to cross the Baralacha-La Pass. As you continue gaining altitude each day, pay close attention to the instructions of your road captain and take adequate measures to ensure proper acclimatization. On the road to Sarchu, you'll take brief halts at Zing Zing Bar and Sarai to rest and admire the dramatic beauty of the mountains. Overnight in Swiss tents at Sarchu.

Overnight in Snow Gold Camps, Gold Drop Camps, Antrek Camps or similar accommodation.

Ride from Jispa to Sarchu. You'll be accommodated in Swiss tents at Sarchu. 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

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Day 4 Milestone

Jispa

Sarchu

07:00 AM

Ride from Sarchu to Leh and cross state borders to enter the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Today, you'll take on the challenge of crossing the Gata Loops, a series of 21 hairpin bends. You'll ride through the More Plains, a scenic stretch of the route with photogenic mountains on either side of the road. En route, cross the Tanglang-La Pass, the second highest motorable mountain pass in the world, and arrive at Leh. Overnight in Swiss tents or a hotel at Leh.

Overnight in Horpo, The Silk Route Ladakh, Hotel Zion or similar accommodation.

Ride from Sarchu to Leh. You may be issued an equally reliable, Ladakh-registered motorbike for riding in Jammu and Kashmir due to local union matters. You'll be accommodated in Swiss tents or a hotel at Leh. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner only.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

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Day 5 Milestone

Sarchu

Leh

07:00 AM

Today is reserved as a rest day for you to take a break and 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. You can also visit the Leh marketplace to shop for any souvenirs or gifts. Overnight in Swiss tents or a hotel at Leh.

Overnight in Horpo, The Silk Route Ladakh, Hotel Zion or similar accommodation.

Spend the day at Leh. Please follow proper acclimatization measures in preparation of your travel to higher altitudes. You'll be accommodated in Swiss tents or a hotel at Leh. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner only.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

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Day 6 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 Lasthang, Chunka Camps, Nature Nest Camps or similar accommodation.

Ride from Leh to Nubra Valley. A support vehicle driven by a mechanic will follow your entourage throughout the trip. You'll be accommodated in Swiss tents or a hotel at Nubra Valley. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner only.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

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Day 7 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 Wonderland Camps, The Ladakh Camps or similar accommodation.

Ride from Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake. A road captain riding on a motorbike will lead your entourage throughout the trip. You'll be accommodated in Swiss tents at Pangong Lake. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner only.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

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Day 8 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 Horpo, The Silk Route Ladakh, Hotel Zion or similar accommodation.

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 non-vegetarian food may not always be available everywhere.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

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Day 9 Milestone

Pangong Lake

Leh

07:00 AM

Begin the return journey from Ladakh as you travel back over the same route from Leh to Sarchu. Once again, you'll face the challenging bends of the Gata Loops and cross the mountain passes of Nakee-La, Lachulung-La and Tanglang-La. Even though you're driving over the same route, you'll continue to be mesmerized with views of the desolate landscape, especially as you drive in the More Plains. Overnight in Swiss tents at Sarchu.

Overnight in Snow Gold Camps, Gold Drop Camps, Antrek Camps or similar accommodation.

Ride from Leh to Sarchu. You'll be accommodated in Swiss tents at Sarchu. 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

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Day 10 Milestone

Leh

Sarchu

07:00 AM

On the last day of your motorbiking journey, you'll ride through the Baralacha-La Pass and Rohtang Pass once again, before returning to Manali. Observe the dramatic change in the landscape as you leave the dry and arid terrain of Ladakh behind and re-enter the rich and green meadows of Manali. Overnight in a hotel at Manali.

Overnight in Hotel Hollywood, Kalinga, Seven Hills or similar accommodation.

Ride from Sarchu to Manali. You'll be accommodated in a hotel at Manali. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner only. Please note that entry tickets to local attractions, such as monuments and monasteries, are payable on the spot.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

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Day 11 Milestone

Sarchu

Manali

07:00 AM

After a leisurely check-out from the hotel in Manali, you'll spend the day at leisure in the hill station. Visit local attractions like the Hadimba Temple or go shopping for gifts and souvenirs at the local marketplace. In the evening, you'll board an AC Semi Sleeper Volvo Bus and settle in for an overnight journey to Delhi. Overnight in transit.

Overnight in transit.

Travel from Manali to Delhi in an AC Semi Sleeper Volvo Bus. You'll be spending the night in the bus travelling to Delhi, so make sure to wear something comfortable. Today's meal package includes breakfast only. Please remember to carry spare cash and a govt-issued ID card with you.

Food

Breakfast

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Day 12 Milestone

Manali

Delhi

07:00 AM

The bus arrives in Delhi by early morning. Your trip ends here.

Your trip ends by late evening.

The bus reaches Delhi by early morning. No meals are included in today's package. Your trip ends here.

Food

No meals are provided today

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Day 13 Milestone

Delhi

Delhi

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)
  • Return tickets for an AC Semi Sleeper Volvo Bus for transport between Delhi and Manali
  • Accommodation in hotels or Swiss tents with attached washrooms for 10 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 2 to breakfast on day 12
  • Services of experienced road captain and mechanic
  • First aid kit (including oxygen cylinders)
  • All government permits and charges, including the Manali Green Tribunal permit and the Ladakh Inner Line permit
  • All applicable taxes

Excludes

  • Bring your own motorbike (you will pay a total trip cost of INR 25,400 per person, without fuel and helmet)
  • Travel arrangements between your home city and Delhi, plus airport transfers in Delhi
  • Upgrade to one person per 350cc motorbike without pillion rider (arranged for total trip cost of INR 51,320 per person)
  • Seat in Tempo Traveller/support vehicle without a motorbike (arranged for total trip cost of INR 42,300 per person)
  • 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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