8 Day Leh to Leh With Umling La Pass Guided Motorcycle Tour in India

Overview

Are you looking for a thrilling ride in the Himalayas? Then, you are in the right place! Explore breathtaking locations such as Hanle, popular for its dark sky; admire the marvelous sight of the confluence of the Indus and Zanskar rivers; and ride on one of the highest motorable roads, Umling La Pass! You will find them all here.

Highlights

• Starts and ends in Leh
• Service of a tour marshal, mechanic, and support car
• Ride on exciting mountain passes: Khardung La, Umling La
• Stroll around Pangong Lake with its scenic surroundings
• 7 nights accommodation
• Pick-up and drop-of at the airport (IXL)

Itinerary

1. Day 1: Leh Arrival

   Welcome to Leh. Finally, your dream trip is going to start. Go 360 will start their services from the airport. They will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel. It will be acclimatization day, and you will rest for a day, which is very important. Later in the evening, you can visit Leh Bazaar, Shanti Stupa, and Leh Palace (or these sightseeing trips can be done on the second day). Overnight stay in a hotel.

2. Day 2: Leh to Sham Valley (45 km / 28 miles, 1 hour one way)

   Post a scrumptious breakfast, and be ready for adventure. Gear up and head out and explore the beautiful land of Leh. Visit the Hall of Fame and feel the pull of the Magnetic Hill. Pray at the Gurudwara Pathar Sahib and watch the marvelous sight of the confluence of the Indus and Zanskar rivers. Later return to Leh, visiting Magnetic Hill en route. Overnight stay is provided at Leh.

3. Day 3: Leh to Nubra Valley via Khardung La Pass (125 km / 78 miles, 5 hours)

   In the morning, the tour will take you to Khardungla Pass, which was the world’s highest motorable road, situated at 18,400 feet, before Umling La Pass gets opened. And then you'll go to Diskit, headquarters of Nubra Valley. Its attraction is that of an ancient monastery that was built in the 14th century and is one of the oldest monasteries in Nubra Valley. Feel a sense of calm and spirituality of the location while exploring the ancient monastery. Visit Diskit Monastery, which belongs to the 14th century and is considered to be the largest and oldest monastery in Nubra Valley. Also known as

4. Day 4: Nubra to Pangong Via Shyok (160 km / 99 miles, 5 hours)

   Post breakfast, take a stroll around the place to see 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 of 120 km in length and 6–7 km at the longest point. It is bisected by the international border between India and China (2/3 of the lake is in China’s possession). Visit the exact location of the famous movie “Three Idiots” and enjoy an outing along the banks of the lake. One really feels very close to nature at Pangong Lake with its scenic surroundings. On a clear sunny day, you can see seven col

5. Day 5: Pangong to Hanle (200 km / 124 miles, 5 hours)

   You start very early on this day. You will ride towards the other side of Changthang Valley to witness the second-highest optical telescope in the world. After a photo session at Pangong Lake, you will endure long riding hours. You will take minimal photo stops riding through dirt trails until Loma. The dirt trail along the Pangong Lake might be the toughest so far. In case of a road blockage, you will reroute to five additional ride hours. With a mature attitude, ride with the team and reach Hanle before sunset. After dinner you can witness the world's best stargazing spot. Overnight stay at

6. Day 6: Day Trip to Umling La Pass (19,024 Ft)

   Hopefully you enjoyed the cold first night in the beautiful harsh land with the bare minimum essentials. After breakfast, you will explore the Hanle Valley. With a very short ride, you will ascend 1500 meters to reach the highest point of the ride at 190024 ft. Cherish the moment posing with a smile at the highest motorable road in the world. Feel free to explore the small town, which houses 300 residents. Overnight stay at Hanle.

7. Day 7: Hanle to Leh (250 km / 155 miles, 6 hours)

   Post breakfast, you check out from the camp and explore the lake area and Korzok village. Later drive back to Leh. You’ll drive back on the same route until Mahe Bridge and then take the beautiful road along the Indus River to Leh. Arrive in Leh for dinner and an overnight stay. En route, visit Rancho School (known as the "3 Idiot" school) and Thikshey & Shey Monasteries (if time permits). You retreat to the hotel for a night's stay. Overnight stay at the hotel.

8. Day 8: Departure

   A hard and unforgettable goodbye to everyone. The itinerary is subject to change.

Ride Details

Bike

rental bike (included, Royal Enfield Himalayan 411 cc)

Mileage

approximately 780 kilometers / 485 miles

Daily rides

45 - 250 kilometers / 28 - 155 miles

Riding gear

included: riding jacket and helmet

Meals

7 breakfasts and 7 dinners

Getting There

This thrilling motorcycle tour takes place in the Himalayas. Starting from Leh, you will then head for Sham Valley, Nubra Valley, Pangong Tso, Hanle, Umling La, then back to Leh. [+](https://www.tripaneer.com/go-360/8-day-leh-to-leh-with-umling-la-pass-guided-motorcycle-tour-in-india# "Zoom in") [−](https://www.tripaneer.com/go-360/8-day-leh-to-leh-with-umling-la-pass-guided-motorcycle-tour-in-ind