Motorbike Tour To Leh Ladakh

Day 1: MANALI-GEMUR/JISPA (140 Km aprox)

1. Rohtang Pass
   20m
   We will start our journey by riding through the lush green countryside of Manali. We will be crossing the famous Rohtang La (3978m) the gateway to Lahaul & Spiti. Rohtang La is known for its natural beauty and snow corridors and is a paradise for photographers and travelers worldwide.

Day 2: GEMUR/JISPA--RUMSEY/LATO Via.Sarchu (4255m) over Tanglang-la (5360m)

1. Tanglang La
   Pass by
   Usually.. most of the tourists stop at Sarchu or Pang for overnight stay. But in order to avoid AMS (Acute
   
   Mountain Sickness) we advise you to ride/drive up to Lato/Rumsey (if possible) ...So........ Get yourself ready
   
   for a long ride today! ...... Should start early (6 am) as your journey starts again towards high Himalayas via
   
   Darcha (3360m) and Jispa (3142m) along the River, with Buddhist prayer flags and chhortens on the way. We
   
   pass through many hairpin bends entering into the heights of the route via Himmatnagar, Patseo(3811m)
   
   Zingzing bar (4150m) and Suraj tal lake(4800m).Than proceed to Baralacha la(4950m), one of the most famous
   
   passes in the Himalayan region with the source of three rivers-Chandra, Bhaga and Yunam.. Afterwards,
   
   descend down to reach Bharatpur. Than riding through the gorges, cross the bridge to enter Sarchu
   
   plateau(4255m) .Journey continues... a zigzag road goes up to Lachulang La pass (5065m) with a series of
   
   hairpin bends again. Afterwards, the road twists its way to Pang through the beautiful gorges looming up on
   
   both sides of the road. We will ascend up to the Pang Plateau also known as the More Plains (4790m).
   
   Adventurous ride in the desert encircled by snow-capped peaks. The road runs along an extensive plain for
   
   about 42 kms. There are chances of spotting wild herds of Nagawa, a sheep like animal. Than a breathtaking
   
   climb up to Tanglang La (5360m) the 2nd highest motorable pass in the world. A small temple sits atop the pass
   
   with a few prayer flags fluttering in the strong, chilly breeze. Beautiful views of the Zanskar range can be seen.
   
   Reaching Rumsey/Lato for overnight stay.You must be tired. Have a good sleep as you don’t have to wake up
   
   early. Good Night!
   
   RUMSEY/ LATO.. is about 70-75 kms before Leh town. Nice place to stay in Camps/Home stays with
   
   Homemade Ladakhi local food.

Day 3: RUMSEY/ LATO -Leh (3505m)

1. Hemis Monastery
   1h · Admission ticket included
   After good rest at your Home stay/Camp ... start your ride/drive after a nice homemade breakfast towards the
   
   next destination. Same day you can visit the ancient Hemis Monastery enroute. A road diversion from Karu
   
   just near Upshi (50 kms before Leh) Monastery closes at 5 Pm....After crossing few more villages one reaches
   
   the great Indus River. Than a short ride along one of the best mountain roads in the Himalayas to the
   
   mysterious land of lamas (the monks).On arrival check-in to a good hotel at Leh for relax.
   • Hemis Gompa (Monastery): - Drive about 45 kms. towards south of Leh. Hemis is the biggest
   
   monastery in Ladakh. Monks receive religious training here. It belongs to the Drukpa order and was
   
   founded in the early 17th century.

Day 4: Leh –Nubra Valley Tour via Khardung-la (5600m)

1. Khardung La
   20m
   Hiring some Local Bikes/Cab today for this tour as bikes from Himachal Number plates are not allowed to visit
   
   Khardung-la (Nubra Valley & Pangong Lake) Khardung-la pass is the highest Motorable pass in the world
   
   (5600m) according to the Gunnies Book of World Records. Enjoy the natural beauty of the peaks especially the
   
   Zanskar chain at the south and the Karakoram chain at the north. Reaching Hunder. Enjoy sand dunes of
   
   Nubra...Overnight stay at hotel in Hunder...

Day 5: Hunder – Pangong lake (4400m) 170 kms apx.

1. Pangong Tso
   4h
   An early morning ride/drive to Pangong Lake. (4400m) via Shyok river.Reaching Durbuk. Durbuk village stands
   
   a chain of war memorials of the soldiers who lost their lives during the Indo-China war in 1962. Some of the
   
   army bunkers and trenches are still in use. Villagers can be seen here along with their herds like Pashmina
   
   sheep and long-tailed yaks. Pangong is one of the most amazing lakes in Asia which changes its color 4 to 5
   
   times a day in distinct shades of blue, green, purple, and violet, being transparent to a good depth.
   
   Here some very few boats are available and they belong to the army who may consider your request but
   
   won’t allow you to go beyond half a kilometer though 25% of the 150 km lake belongs to India and remaining
   
   75% stretch of water belongs to China. The lake was once divided between Ladakh and Tibet as early as 1684
   
   under the Treaty of Tingmosgang signed between the king of Ladakh, Deldan Namgyal, and the Regent of
   
   Tibet. But as of today it is shared by India and China. Enjoy the sunset at lake...Overnight stay at Pangong Lake.

Day 6: Pangong Lake – Leh 150 kms apx.

1. Changla Pass
   Pass by
   Good morning...Enjoy the morning sunrise at about 5:30 am.....After breakfast ride to Leh...via Changla pass
   
   (5425m). Reaching Leh. Short walks around the Leh Mall road for shopping etc.

Day 7: Free day in Leh city for local sightseeing /shopping

1. Leh Royal Palace
   5h
   Visit and explore ancient monasteries around Leh representing Ladakhs Buddhist heritage. Short walks
   
   around Leh city, including a visit to Shanti Stupa ( a pagoda style Japanese temple, symbol of peace). And then
   
   some good shopping at the evening. Here we have some ideas according to your choices and schedule...
   • Shey palace: - A 15 kms. drive from Leh; used to be the summer palace of the king of Ladakh. There are lots of
   
   Stupas and Gompas built around the palace. This palace was built by Deldan Namgyal in the beginning of 17th
   
   century AD.
   • Thiksey Gompa: - About 2 kms. from Shey palace, this monastery is considered to be one of the most
   
   beautiful in Ladakh region and belongs to the Gelukspa order.
   • Spituk Gompa: - Situated on the top of a hill, 8 Kms. from Leh, with a spectacular view of Indus Valley for
   
   miles. Many icons of Buddha and five thankas are found in this 15th century monastery, including a great
   
   collection of ancient masks, antiques and arms.
   • Phyang Gompa: - Looks like a palace from a distance situated 17 Kms. from Leh on the Leh - Kargil road and
   
   was built by Tashi Namgyal in the later half of the 16th century A.D. The Gompa belongs to the Red Cap sect of
   
   the Buddhists. Hundreds of icons of Buddha are kept on wooden shelves. During the festival, some attractive
   
   mask dance performances can be seen.
   • Leh Palace: - This nine- storied palace has an important part in the history of Ladakh and was built by the ruler
   
   of Ladakh Sengge Namgyal in 17th century. Worth visiting to this great monument.
   • Tour to Magnetic hill :-...About 30 kms.from Leh (On the way to Kargil)
   • Gurudwara Pathhar Sahib... (On the way to Kargil) Enroute visit ... Shaam valley, Alchi, Likir, Magnetic Hill,
   
   Confluence (sangam), Gurudwara Pather Sahib (On the way).

Day 8: Ride back to Manali from Leh

1. Tanglang La
   Pass by
   Start your machines and ride towards Manali as early as possible (6 AM).Enjoy the full length straight back ride
   
   back to Manali via Sarchu, Pang, Keylong. On arrival check-in to a good hotel at keylong. Get complete rest and get ready for the final day of our tour.

Day 9: Final day Keylong to Manali

1. Rohtang Pass
   Pass by
   Rohtang pass (3978m), the gateway to Lahaul, Spiti, Pangi and Zanskar.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness