8 Day Best Of Indian Himalayas Guided Motorcycle Tour

Overview

Traveling across Leh Ladakh, you also get a chance to explore the stunning landscapes of its natural beauty, i.e., Umling La Pass (elevation 5882 m / 19,298 ft), the world’s highest brackish lake Pangong, the cold desert of Nubra Valley, towering mountains, the roaring Shyok River, and the diverse cultures and traditions of the Buddhist kingdom. Immerse yourself with India Motorbike Tours and experience a unique motorbike trip to this hidden gem of the northern Himalayas, where time seems to have been at rest for centuries.

Highlights

• Starts and ends in Leh
• Ride the world’s highest motorable pass, Umling La
• Visit the iconic Pangong Lake and Nubra Valley
• Explore ancient monasteries like Diskit and Shanti Stupa
• Marvel at the confluence of the Indus and Zanskar rivers
• Experience Tibetan culture and Ladakh’s warm hospitality
• Discover remote landscapes and breathtaking Himalayan views
• 7 nights premium accommodation

Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrive in Leh

   Elevation: 3500 m / 11,482 ft Accommodation: Hotel Meals: Dinner Highlights: Acclimatization day - Leh Market Tashi Delek to Ladakh! You will meet and greet with India Motorbike Tours representative cum chauffeur and proceed to your pre-booked hotel. Since Leh is at an altitude of 3500 m / 11,482 ft above sea level, it is of utmost importance that you walk or roam around the town to prevent HAMS (high acute mountain sickness). The evening will be free to go shopping in Leh market before entering the barren land.

2. Day 2: Explore Leh Surrounding

   - Distance: 80 km / 50 miles - Duration: 3 - 4 hours - Elevation: 4300 m / 14,108 ft - Accommodation: Hotel - Meals: Breakfast & Dinner - Highlights: Hemis, Thiksey and Shanti Stupa High on Himalayas is the theme of the day as today your machine will be handed over following a brief introduction about the upcoming journey. Now it’s time to get familiarized with your machine, the Royal Enfield, as well as mountain traffic. You will kick off the ride to visit the main attractions surrounding Leh town i.e. Hemis and Thiksey monasteries. Afternoon ride back to Leh via visiting Shanti Stupa a Buddh

3. Day 3: Leh – Nubra Valley

   - Distance: 130 km / 81 miles - Duration: 4 - 5 hours - Elevation: 5602 m / 18,379 ft - Accommodation: Camp - Meals: Breakfast & Dinner - Highlights: Khardung La Pass, Nubra Valley, Cold Desert On day 3, the dream comes true as today we will ride over the world’s second-highest mountain pass, Khardung La (5602 m / 18,379 ft). Experience an astounding mixture of spectacular scenery, the most grueling mountain pass, and overwhelming beauty. After visiting Khardung La, we will descend towards Nubra Valley, known as the land of Mongolian camels. Upon arrival at the camp, check-in. Post-refreshment

4. Day 4: Nubra Valley – Pangong Lake

   - Distance: 180 km / 112 miles - Duration: 5 - 6 hours - Elevation: 4360 m / 14,304 ft - Accommodation: Cottage - Meals: Breakfast & Dinner - Highlights: Diskit Monastery, Shyok River, Pangong Lake Today, proceed towards Pangong Lake, with a visit to the biggest statue of Buddha at Diskit en route. Pangong Lake is the largest salty water lake in Asia, situated on the Indian-Chinese border at the height of 4360 m / 14,304 ft above sea level. Along the way, we will stop at Shyok village for a tea break. Lunch at Pangong with breathtaking views of the brackish lake. After refreshments at the camp

5. Day 5: Pangong Lake – Hanle

   - Distance: 165 km / 103 miles - Duration: 5 - 6 hours - Elevation: 4500 m / 14,764 ft - Accommodation: Hotel - Meals: Breakfast & Dinner - Highlights: Chushul War Memorial, Rezang La, Tsaga La, Loma Bend – Astronomical Observatory Another action-packed adventurous ride begins, so we must start early from Pangong to reach Hanle before sunset. The ride continues toward the second-highest optical telescope in the world, following Chushul War Memorial, Tsaga La, and Rezang La. Dirt road prevails till Loma Bend, providing one of the best off-road experiences. Late afternoon arrival at Hanle, which

6. Day 6: Ride to Umling La

   - Distance: 135 km / 84 miles (round trip) - Duration: 6 - 7 hours - Elevation: 5882 m / 19,298 ft - Accommodation: Hotel - Meals: Breakfast & Dinner - Highlights: Nurbu La, Chisumle, Umling La (world’s highest motorable pass), Photi La On day 6, get ready to conquer the world’s highest motorable pass, Umling La (5882 m / 19,298 ft). It’s higher than Mount Everest Base Camp and has been listed in the Guinness Book of World Records. Experience the 360-degree view of Himalayan ranges. This journey offers some of the most stunning landscapes of the Himalayan ranges. Upon reaching Umling La, captu

7. Day 7: Hanle – Leh

   - Distance: 245 km / 152 miles - Duration: 7 - 8 hours - Elevation: 3500 m / 11,482 ft - Accommodation: Hotel - Meals: Breakfast & Dinner - Highlights: Loma Bend, Nyoma, Mahe Bridge, Chumathang, Upshi How quickly these six days of adventure have passed. On day 7, you will ride back to Leh, via Mahe Bridge, crossing many picturesque villages in Chumathang Valley, with a stop at Upshi for lunch. At the end of the day, check-in at your pre-booked hotel in Leh. After completing the sensational expedition "Best of the Indian Himalayas, enjoy the farewell dinner with India Motorbike Tours’ crew, sha

8. Day 8: Drop at Leh airport

   - Elevation: 3500 m / 11,482 ft Today, it’s time to say goodbye to the Indian Himalayas and proceed to Leh airport to catch the flight back to Delhi with unforgettable memories and exciting stories to recount. India Motorbike Tours’ services conclude here.

Ride Details

Terrain

asphalt + off-roading

Motorbike

rental motorbike (Royal Enfield 450cc) included

Mileage

940 kilometers / 584 miles

Riding gears

not included, bring your own gears

Meals

meals as per itinerary

Accommodation

You will be staying in the carefully selected premium hotels/Swiss camps. Your stay(s) are typically furnished with premium-quality linen and toiletry kits. Your stay is booked inclusive of buffet dinner and breakfast. You will stay at the following accommodations along the routes:

Food

North Indian, continental, Chinese, and Tibetan food will be served during the stay. They promise you’ll love it (especially the Indian cuisine).

Getting There

Picture yourself riding a motorcycle through this last Shangri-La of the Trans Himalayas. It's mountains provide endless riding bliss by combining the breath-taking views and nature with phenomenal landscape all through your journey. During this trip you will ride on one of the most exciting road from Hanle to Umling la; (elevation 5882m.), the world’s highest motor-able pass. This legendary road

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