TOUR ITINERARY
Day 1 : Manali – Naggar / Solang Valley
Arrive Manali & check in at hotel. Time to fresh ‘n’ up & have some rest. Assemble at Motorbike garage at 2 PM for a small briefing about the tour. Today we take you on acclimatization ride to Naggar village or Solang Valley after lunch. A 35-40km Drive so as to get familiar with the mountain biking. Return back to Manali & spend the rest of evening at leisure or last minute purchases in the market. Overnight at hotel with Dinner.
Day 2: Manali – Rohtang Pass - Keylong (Approx 120Kms – 5Hrs Drive)
On your bikes from Manali to Keylong climbing over Rohtang Pass (3980 m) and enroute crossing several villages of Lahaul valley like Khoksar, Sissu, Gondla and Tandi the confluence of Chandra & Bhaga Rivers. On arrival check in at hotel. Evening free to explore Keylong town. Overnight at hotel.
Day 3: Keylong – Baralacha Pass – Sarchu (Approx 110Kms – 5Hrs Drive)
Leave Keylong in the morning after breakfast. On your bikes from Keylong to Sarchu Enroute crossing Gemur, Jispa, Darcha and over Baralachala Pass (4800m, 15750ft). On arrival check in at camp. Evening free to walk around in Sarchu. Overnight in camp. At Sarchu Camps we provide you are imported camps and clean hygienic food. You will get mattresses with Sleeping Bed & Pillow.
Sarchu is a major halt point with tented accommodation in the Himalayas on the Leh-Manali Highway. It is situated between Baralacha La to the south and Lachulung La to the north, at an altitude of 4,290 m. An Indian army camp is sited nearby on the banks of the Tsarap Chu river. This spot can also be used as a start point for the difficult trek into the Zanskar region of Ladakh. Sarchu was an important trading point in the ancient Silk Route. It is still a hot favourite with traders, nomadic tribes and adventure seekers. Trip to Sarchu has its own challenges; altitude sickness being the foremost among them. Travellers often ascend from lower altitude to acclimatize to the rarified atmosphere.
Day 4: Sarchu - Thiksey – IndusRiver - Leh (260Kms – 8Hrs Drive)
Leave Sarchu early in the morning on your bikes to Leh crossing over Naki La (4800m, 15750ft), Lachang La (5065m, 16600ft) and More Plains & reach Tsokhar. Lunch at Tsokhar & then we move to Leh over Tanglang La pass (5300m, 17388ft) which is Worlds IInd highest motorable pass. Enroute visiting, Stoc Palace, Shey Palace, Thiksey Monastry & Indus River. On arrival in Leh by evening check in at hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
Day 5: Leh - Khardungla - SheyPalace - Shanti Stupa - Leh (100Kms - 5Hrs Drive)
Move early in the morning for Khardung La to ensure that we reaches Khardung La without encountering lot of traffic. Once we reach the summit, you can take time out to get your photo taken next to the signboard which says “Khardung La, 18380 ft. (5602 m), Highest Motorable Road in the world”. After spending some time in Khardungla move back to Leh. Visit Shey Palace, & Shanti Stupa.
Day 6: Leh Local (100Kms - 5Hrs Drive)
It’s a day of easy drive & visiting local places near Leh, such as Magnetic road, Pather sahib & Local market of Leh.
Day 7: Leh - Pangong Su Lake (Camp) (210Kms – 8Hrs Drive)
After Breakfast leave for Pangong Lake (4350m, 14270ft), through Changla Pass (5288m, 17350ft), it is the third highest motorable road in the world. Arrive Pangong, which is the highest salt water Lake in the World, shared by two countries India & China. Enjoy the beauty of the lake. The lake is 5 km (3.1 mi) wide at its broadest point. All together it covers 604 km2. During winter the lake freezes completely, despite being saline water. Overnight in camps with dinner.
Day 8: Pangong Su Lake - Tsokhar Lake (200Kms – 9Hrs Drive)
After breakfast on your bikes back to Tsokhar village & lake. Tsokar is a small but beautiful lake situated in Ladakh. This place is very different from most of the tourist places we get to see. The Tsokar Lake is a salt water lake. The lake is the smallest high altitude lake entirely in India unlike Pangong. On arrival check in and overnight at camp.
Day 9: Thokhar – Jispa (Approx 210Kms – 10Hrs Drive)
After Breakfast on your bikes from Tsokhar to Jispa crossing over Baralachal La (4850 m) crossing Pang Valley. On arrival check in and overnight at hotel.
Day 10 : Jispa – Manali (135Kms – 8 Hrs Drive)
Move early in the morning with tea & toast for your last day of biking experience. Reach Manali in time crossing Keylong & Rohtang Pass. On arrival check in at hotel. End of your bike tour. Overnight at hotel.
HIGHLIGHTS
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Highest motorable pass in India: Tanglang La Pass (5,359 meters)
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Highest motorable pass in India: Khardung La Pass (5,540 meters)
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Ride to the border of Tibet
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Explore Alchi Monastery, the oldest in Ladakh
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Stroll the streets and markets of Leh
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Incredible Biking Experience
Cost Of Tour : On request
PACKAGE INCLUDES
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Professional Mechanic and Guide
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Accommodations (Hotels & Camps) : All package tour-best in area hotels or camping (twin sharing)
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All Food (breakfast, lunch, dinner, mineral water on the way)
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First- aid kit with all necessary medicines in the mountains area
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All inner line permits controlled area for Kinnour Valley and around Ladakh
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Monument & Museum entrance fees
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Knee / Elbow Gaurds
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Unforgettable memory for the all life!!
PACKAGE EXCLUDES:
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Petrol and Motorbike - Available at an extra cost
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Any other meal than mentioned in itinerary.
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International / Domestic air fare, visa fees, airport tax or any kind of insurance cover.
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Items of personal nature like drinks, laundry, telephone calls, tips, camera fees etc.
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Early check in or a late checkout room (s) at any hotel (s) unless specified above.
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Liability for change in itinerary due to reasons beyond our control like change in flight and train schedule
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cancellation of flights/trains, political disturbances, natural phenomenon, etc.
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Tips to driver, guide, hotel staff & representative.
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Any portages at hotel (for baggage on arrival and departure from the hotel).
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Camera/video camera fee at monuments.
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Medical & Travel insurance.
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Any other item not specifically mentioned above as ‘PACKAGE INCLUDES’
Note:
The prices does not include the motorbike, but can be made available on rent from Manali on additional cost. Only those having Pulsur 180 or more or Royal Enfield can join the Trip. The trip starts from Manali, you will have to reach Manali at your own cost. Luxury Night Buses are easily available from Chandigarh & Delhi.The same transfer can be provided by us but on extra cost. please ask for the same with your boarding point.
Reach Manali By Air: Delhi > Kullu then Kullu > Manali by Road
Reach Manali By Road: Delhi > Ambala > Kullu > Manali
Reach Manali By Road: Chandigarh > Mandi > Kullu > Manali
