13 Day Umlingla Pass Guided Motorcycle Tour to Ladakh, India

Overview

Touring Tours' 13-day Ladakh package on a Royal Enfield motorcycle will fill you with pride and achievement. You will ride to the world's highest road, visit the only two-humped camel found in India, ride to one of the most picturesque high-altitude lakes, and travel the cold deserts of India - all in 13 days of bliss and joyful riding. Touring Tours leaves no stone unturned to provide you with the best services. Their packages include motorcycles, fuel, accommodation, food, a backup vehicle, a stand-by mechanic, and a road marshal until your ride is complete. They have flexible payment terms, the best cuisine to suit your taste buds, and all English-speaking (and understanding) staff. Touring Tours also has special arrangements for all women riders. Your choice to choose Touring Tours will benefit you greatly. Riding routes include mountain roads with sharp turns, steep climbs, as well

Highlights

• Starts in Srinagar and ends in Delhi
• Fuel included
• Visit the highest motorable road and a picturesque high-altitude lake
• See the only double-humped camel in India
• Ride on the Leh-Manali Highway, one of the patches of the Silk Route
• Curated itinerary with paved, gravel, and off-roads for fun and adventure
• On-tour support of a ride leader, mechanic, and support vehicle for luggage and exigencies
• 12 nights accommodation in a mix of hotels, Swiss tents, homestays, and wooden huts

Itinerary

1. Day 1 - Arrival in Srinagar

   You will arrive at SXR International Airport and get transferred to the hotel (transfer included) check into the room, and later meet and greet fellow riders and the organizing team. Your motorbikes will be allotted on this day in the evening, Take a short ride to fine-tune the bikes with the help of Touring Tours' mechanic. Then there will be a briefing followed by dinner. - Inclusions: Hotel transfer, stay, dinner

2. Day - 2 - Srinagar to Kargil (220 kms / 137.70 miles, six hours)

   After breakfast, you will leave for Kargil town. On this day, you will ride on a mix of paved highway roads and gravel patches. Soon, you will cross Zojila Pass and travel through Drass (second coldest inhabited place). On the way, you will stop at the Kargil War Memorial and pay homage to the martyred soldiers. In about an hour, you will reach the hotel. Upon reaching Kargil, you will check into the hotel followed by dinner. - Inclusions: Motorbike, fuel, mechanic, marshal, back up vehicle, stay with breakfast and dinner

3. Day 3 - Kargil to Leh (250 kms / 155.34 miles, six hours)

   After breakfast, you will leave for Leh, riding on totally paved highway roads with two small mountain passes. One has to be mindful of the trucks and other cars approaching as it is a busy highway. You will visit Alchi Monastery, which is amongst the oldest monasteries in the region, after which, you will check into the hotel followed by dinner. - Inclusions: Motorbike, fuel, mechanic, marshal, back up wehicle, stay with breakfast and dinner

4. Day 4 - Leh (Rest and acclimatize)

   This day, you will rest for the day to acclimatize. You are suggested to take a brisk walk, drink enough water, and in the evening, walk to the market (by yourself), followed by dinner at the hotel. - Inclusions: Stay with breakfast and dinner

5. Day 5 - Leh to Hunder (150 kms / 93.21 miles, five hours)

   After acclimatizing, you will ride to the farfetched regions of Ladakh, cross Khardungla Pass (at 17 000 ft), stop for pictures, and then descend immediately. The ride for this day will be a mix of paved roads and loose sand (10%) with rough patches. This region is hotter and lower than Leh. Upon arrival, check into Swiss tents and then proceed to Hunder Sand Dunes. These small dunes provide a picnic atmosphere where one can see two-humped camels (found only there throughout India). These bacterial camels were once part of the famous Silk Route. After spending some time there, you will return

6. Day 6 - Hunder to Pangong Tso (180 kms / 111.85 miles, six hours)

   Have breakfast and then go off to Pangong Tso via Shyok village. This day will be a mix of paved roads, gravel (10%), and off-roads (5%), with occasional water crossings. You will stop at Durbuk and Tangtse Military camps for refreshments. In this region, you will witness heavy military Vehicles and lots of fellow bikers. Upon reaching the high-altitude salt lake, you will check into your wooden huts overlooking the lake. This lake freezes partially in winter, which is a surprise to everyone. Not only does it lie at the border with China, but it falls two-thirds in it. Beautiful colors and a l

7. Day 7 - Pangong Tso to Hanle (180 kms / 111.85 miles, six hours)

   After a picture-perfect ride the day before, you will head towards Hanle on this day. A far and remote area unaffected by the development of the human world, this village houses the biggest telescope for astrophysics. The ride for this day will be a 50% paved road and 50% gravel road with small to medium water crossings. You will ride along Pangong for about 40 kms and then venture into remote and uncivilized roads. You will then stop at Rezangla War Memorial (1962 Indo-Sino war) and get to see the wild ass habitat. Along the way, you will see army bunkers and heavily guarded territory. Upon r

8. Day 8 - Hanle to Umlingla to Nyoma (270 kms / 149.13, eight hours)

   The highlight of the tour - Umlingla top, at an altitude of 18 000 ft above sea level - will be done today. Be prepared to ride to an altitude above the Everest base camp. It will be windy with occasional snowfall, as well as long winding mountain roads while ascending and rough off-road while descending. You will also visit the Hanle Observatory upon return to the village, after which you will ride 70 kms towards Nyoma to a homestay for the night. Upon reaching the place, you will check in and have dinner. - Inclusions: Motorbike, fuel, mechanic, marshal, backup vehicle, stay with breakfast a

9. Day 9 - Nyoma to Sarchu (220 kms, 136.70 miles, seven to 10 hours)

   You have reached the last leg of your tour. This day, you will ride 70% paved roads and 30% under construction gravel roads, crossing Kangla Jal, Nakeela, Lachlungla, and Gaata Loops (one of the most time-consuming roads). These narrow roads with oncoming trucks will test your patience and riding skills. Constant diversion means keeping patience and riding in a group. You will stop tonight at Sarchu only as a transit point. You will not do much sightseeing today. Upon arrival, check in to the Swiss tents, followed by dinner. - Inclusions: Motorbike, fuel, mechanic, marshal, backup behicle, sta

10. Day 10 - Sarchu to Manali (180 kms / 136.70 miles, seven hours)

    Some riders may not have had a good sleep due to the weather, but with a late breakfast, the group will leave for Manali. Mountain highway road. 90% paved and 10% under construction will be the ride for this day. You will see the change in topography and travel at lower altitudes. Riding in this region is a pleasant experience. Soon, you will cross the Atal tunnel (Lahaul Valley) and go into greener pastures and a hill station. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel, followed by dinner. You will return the bike and the services of the mechanic, road marshal, and support vehicle will conclude on t

11. Day 11 - Manali (Rest day)

    Explore on your own - Manu Temple, mall road, bakeries, cafe with live music, and hot springs bath. Adventure activities available on extra payment are rafting and paragliding, followed by dinner. - Inclusions: Stay with breakfast and dinner

12. Day 12 - Manali to Delhi (600 kms / 372.82, 12 hours - transfer as a group in a private coach)

    Touring Tours will transfer you to a hotel in Delhi in a private shared taxi. The day will be long and boring, but unavoidable. Upon reaching Delhi, you will check in to a hotel, followed by dinner. This day, you will conclude your amazing motorbike trip and have a gala dinner with the group. - Inclusions: Stay with breakfast and dinner, transfer in a private shared taxi to Delhi

13. Day 13 - Delhi

    The tour will conclude after breakfast and you will be transferred to the airport. Those who plan to stay will have to make arrangements accordingly. - Inclusions: Breakfast and transfer to airport

Ride Details

Terrain

The riding route includes paved mountain roads with sharp turns and steep climbs, gravel roads, and off roads

Bike

Rental bike (Royal Enfield Himalayan, Classic, Standard)

Riding gear

Full-face helmet (included:); elbow and knee guard, riding jacket, and pants (not included)

Mileage

1,620 kilometers / 1006.62 miles

Daily ride

150 to 250 kilometers / 93.21 to 155.34 miles

Meals

Breakfasts and dinners included

Accommodation

During the tour, you will stay in hotels, Swiss tents, and wooden huts. These will have a private bathroom shared with two people on double occupancy.

Food

A mixed Indian and Chinese with ethnic Himalayan food will be served. The choice of meat is limited to lamb and chicken (poultry). Vegetarian food has no variety, with a few dishes repeated randomly. Vegan food is difficult. However, with prior arrangements, it is possible to serve. Bottled water is served with no limitation. Riding after alcohol consumption is a big no and will not be tolerated. Please note that alcohol is not included in the package.

Getting There

This tour starts from Srinagar, famous for green lush meadows and the Kawah tea. Then, you will proceed towards Ladakh, also known as the cold desert and home to the snow leopard. Finally, exit down towards Manali and Delhi, where your trip will conclude and you will fly onwards or return home. [+](https://www.tripaneer.com/touring-tours/13-day-umlingla-pass-guided-motorcycle-tour-to-the-world-s-h