Overview
Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring landscapes of Ladakh, where rugged mountains meet serene lakes and ancient monasteries.
Highlights
- Starts and ends in Leh
- Ride across Khardung La and Chang La, among the world’s highest motorable passes
- Diverse Himalayan landscapes—from desert sand dunes to the crystal-blue waters
- Visit ancient monasteries, border villages, and traditional Ladakhi communities
- Explore Turtuk, a rare village with a unique Balti culture near the LOC
- Travel through famous filming locations and dramatic mountain valleys
- Balanced pace and comfort—thoughtfully planned routes with acclimatization, and sightseeing
- 6 nights accommodation
Itinerary
Day 1: Leh Arrival
Hello and Julley, welcome to Leh. Finally, your dream trip is going to start. Services will begin from the airport, where you will be picked up and transferred to the hotel. This day is reserved for acclimatization, and you will rest for the day, which is very important. Later in the evening, you can visit Leh Bazaar, Shanti Stupa, and Leh Palace (or these sightseeing activities can be done on the second day). Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2: Leh to Sham Valley (45 kilometers / 28 miles – 1 hour one way)
After a scrumptious breakfast, be ready for adventure. Gear up and head out to explore the beautiful land of Leh. Visit the Hall of Fame and feel the pull of Magnetic Hill. Pray at Gurudwara Pathar Sahib and witness the marvelous confluence of the Indus and Zanskar rivers. Later, return to Leh and visit Magnetic Hill en route. Overnight stay is provided in Leh.
Day 3: Leh to Nubra Valley via Khardung La Pass (125 kilometers / 78 miles – 5 hours)
In the morning, you will be taken to Khardung La Pass, which was the world’s highest motorable road at 18,400 feet before Umling La Pass opened. Continue to Diskit, the headquarters of Nubra Valley. One of its main attractions is the ancient monastery built in the 14th century, one of the oldest monasteries in Nubra Valley. Experience a sense of calm and spirituality while exploring this historic site. Visit Diskit Monastery, also known as Diskit Gompa, which is considered the largest and oldest monastery in Nubra Valley. Its most prominent attraction is the huge Maitreya Buddha statue atop th
Day 4: Turtuk Day Excursion (90 kilometers / 56 miles – one way)
After breakfast, you will head towards Turtuk Village, a village recaptured by India from Pakistan in 1971. This is the last village on the Indian side near the Pakistan border. Visit the LOC areas of Thang and Tyakshi villages. Turtuk falls in Baltistan and remained under Pakistani control until 1971, making it predominantly Muslim. Do not miss the opportunity to interact with the locals and experience their friendly behavior—the atmosphere feels like being in Pakistan. You can try delicious apricots, which are a major source of income for the locals. Visit Turtuk Waterfall (optional) and Tur
Day 5: Nubra to Pangong via Shyok (160 kilometers / 99 miles – 5 hours)
After breakfast, take a stroll around the area to observe the lifestyle of people living in the northernmost region of India. Proceed to Pangong Lake via the Shyok route. Pangong Lake is a saltwater body approximately 120 kilometers (75 miles) long and 6–7 kilometers (3.7–4.3 miles) wide at its broadest point. It is bisected by the international border between India and China, with two-thirds of the lake in Chinese territory. Visit the exact location featured in the famous movie Three Idiots and enjoy time along the banks of the lake. Pangong Lake offers a deep connection with nature through i
Day 6: Pangong to Leh (130 kilometers / 81 miles – 5 hours)
Get ready to bid farewell to Pangong Lake, a destination that leaves everyone awestruck. The first view of the lake will leave you spellbound. After soaking in the experience, you will travel back to Leh, crossing Chang La Pass at 17,350 feet, one of the highest motorable roads in the world. The journey offers breathtaking views and mind-blowing landscapes. En route, visit Rancho School (also known as the 3 Idiots School), Thiksey Monastery, and Shey Monastery. Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 7: Departure
A hard and unforgettable goodbye to everyone.
Ride Details
- Bike
- Rental bike, included (Himalayan 411 CC)
- Mileage
- 685 kilometers / 426 miles
- Daily rides
- 90 - 180 kilometers / 56 - 112 miles
- Meals
- all breakfasts and dinners
What's included
- 6 nights accommodation in standard hotels or camps on triple sharing
- Buffet breakfasts on six days during the stay
- Buffet dinners on six days during the stay
- One group pick-up and one group drop (one time only)
- Royal Himalayan 411 CC bike from the second day
- Fuel for the bike as per the itinerary
- Riding jacket
- One bonfire during the trip
- Experienced and professional backup team with a backup car from the third day
- Oxygen cylinders and a basic first aid kit
- Experienced and professional tour marshal from the second day
- Experienced and professional tour mechanic from the third day
- Used helmets
- Required permits
Not included
- Flight tickets
- 5% GST
- Expenses of a personal nature such as table drinks, water bottles, snacks, telephone calls, laundry, camera fees, tips to drivers, local guides, and hotel staff, etc.
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities such as landslides or roadblocks, to be borne by the client directly on the spot
- Any other item not specified under cost inclusions
- Any entrance fee to monasteries and monuments
- Travel insurance or any COVID test fees
- Any item, activity, or facility other than those clearly mentioned in the inclusions and itinerary above
Food
The package includes 6 buffet breakfasts and 6 buffet dinners during your stay.
Getting There
his carefully curated Ladakh journey takes you through the region’s most iconic landscapes and cultural highlights. Beginning in Leh, the trip explores the historic Sham Valley, crosses the legendary Khardung La Pass into the dramatic Nubra Valley, and ventures to the remote border village of Turtuk. The route then continues via the scenic Shyok River valley to the breathtaking Pangong Lake, befor
