Leh – Ladakh Bike Trip

2N Leh , 2N Nubra Valley , 1N Pangong and 1N Leh
7 days

From

US$ 341

per person

Operated by Nexus

About the tour

Road trips on bikes just hit different compared to your usual bus and car rides. It can be challenging and even arduous due to the long journey, but we will have everything prepared for you. From an SUV support, emergency rations and first-aid kits, to the fuel fee for the entire trip, you’ll get to enjoy the best part minus the annoying itti-bitties that you have to look out for. Your ride is going to be the Royal Enfield Himalaya, a fitting ride for trip through the tallest mountain range in the world. After settling in your hotel room, ride from Leh to Shanti Stupa, a Buddhist peace stupa that was enshrined by the 14th Dalai Lama himself. Then to Leh Palace, a gorgeous royal home that had to be abandoned by its inhabitants during Dogra’s invasion. The second day will be a long ride as we hit one of the world’s highest road, the Kargil Highway, with the River Indus on our side. Less than 4 hours later, we’ll be at the Hall of Fame, a museum dedicated for the Indian Army after the Indo-Pak wars. Ride on to the Magnetic Hill which might be less tiring than you expect as your ride slowly makes its way up with ignition off! As we leave the hill, we’ll be arriving at the gorgeous Confluence of Zanskar and Indus Rivers. This place easily snags the crown of the road trip for Sham Valley as you get an amazing view of the Nimmu Valley and the rivers. You can say your thanks and pray at the Gurudwara Patthar Sahibp, which is our next destination from the confluence. Then to the monastery of Alchi Gompa by the Tibetan Buddhists and enjoy the calming atmosphere while strolling along the gallery that houses ancient paintings. Likir Monastery is another in the list with just equally historical significance as it dated back to the 11th century. For the third day, we’ll off to Nubra Valley with a lifetime ride through the world’s highest drivable road of Khardung La at over 5,600m altitude. As we make our way to Hunder Village, you’ll see an out-of-this-world view that can’t be seen elsewhere and totally unforgettable. We head to Turtuk for the 16th Century Mosque which preserves such distinct architectural features along with other old ruins and buildings such as the Ruined Fort of Dhards and Monastery. By the fifth day, we’ll be heading to our next destination, Pangong Lake, which is around 4,350m above sea level. The road maybe challenging depending on the weather, but we’ll always have your back! We ride back to Leh via Changla Pass which is a famous part of the silk road and an archaeological site of dinosaur remains at the same time. Stop at one of the largest Tibetan Buddhist monasteries, Hemis Gompa. Be awestruck at the sight of Thiksey Monastery which isn’t far from Hemis. Then take in the amazing architecture of Shey Palace & Monastery before finally reaching the 3 Idiots Rancho’s School.

Highlights

  • Leh 3 nights, Nubra Valley 2 nights and Pangong Lake 1 night
  • Daily Breakfast and Dinner
  • Royal Enfield Himalaya
  • Riding Gloves
  • Entire road trip’s fuel fees with SUV backup support
  • Mechanical Backup
  • Wild Life Fees & Red Cross Fee
  • Ladakh Entry Fee
  • Dedication Tour Captain
  • Mechanic for Assistance
  • Inner Line Permit for Nubra Valley / Pangong Lake
  • An Oxygen Cylinder 24/7 in case of emergency
  • First-Aid Kit
  • Leh Palace & Shey Palace
  • Excursion to Sham Valley and Confluence of Two Rivers
  • Nubra Valley excursion to Turtuk
  • Pangong Lake
  • Khardung La Highway
  • Hemis & Thiksey Gompa
  • 3 Idiots Rancho’s School
  • All Toll Tax, Parking and Driver’s Bata included

Accommodation

TIH Hotel jeevanam villa or Similar

2 night(s) in Leh

Room Type: Standard Double Room
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner

Nubra Delight Camp or Similar

2 night(s) in Nubra Valley

Room Type: Deluxe Tent
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner

TIH P3 Camp - Pangong or Similar

1 night(s) in Pangong

Room Type: Deluxe Tent
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner

TIH Hotel jeevanam villa or Similar

1 night(s) in Leh

Room Type: Standard Double Room
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner

Included in the price

Leh

  • Shanti Stupa
  • Leh Palace
  • Hall of Fame
  • Gurudwara Patthar Sahib
  • Magnetic Hill
  • Confluence of the Zanskar
  • Alchi Gompa
  • Likir Monastery
  • Hemis Gompa
  • Thiksey
  • Shey Palace
  • 3 Idiots Rancho School

Nubra Valley

  • Khardung La
  • Turtuk
  • 16th Century Mosque

Pangong

  • Diskit
  • Agham & Shyok Valley
  • Changthang
  • Changle Pass

Day-wise Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival In Leh And Transfer To Hotel

  • Our representatives will be waiting for your arrival in the morning at Leh International Airport. Welcome to the largest city of Ladakh. We’ll transfer you to the hotel for check-in and drinks after a long flight here as you get acclimated to the altitude of 3,500m and rest.
  • Around late afternoon, we’ll drive to the city for an orientation walk, introducing you to the city and culture of Leh as we explore the local markets. Start the bike and ride for Shanti Stupa, a gleaming white Stupa built by the Japanese monk Gyomyo Nakamura in 1991. It houses relics within the base which was enshrined by the 14th Dalai Lama wishes to promote world peace and serves a symbol that ties Japan and India.
  • Then we’ll visit the former royal palace of Leh, Leh Palace that’s also known as Lachen Palkar Palace. Abandoned for hundreds of years, this palace dates back to 1600s and was built by Sengge Namgyal. It was left behind during 1800s when Dogra forces invaded and the royal family had to move to another palace. Today, it serves as the administrative office of the Archaeological Conservation Organisation.
  • We’ll take you out for dinner later before your overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
  • (Dinner)

Day 2: Leh – Sham Valley Excursion – Magnetic Hill, Hill Of Fame, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib & Sangam (65kms, 4 Hours)

  • Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel before we go out for a ride on the Kargil Highway, driving alongside the River Indus on Leh. It will be a 3-4 hour long scenic drive of breath-taking views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, and hills. We’ll first visit the Hall of Fame, a museum by and for the Indian Army that serves as a reminder of the sacrifices brave Indian soldiers made, particularly those who laid down their lives in the Indo-Pak wars. Floors are filled with weapons and ammunitions used at the war, as well as the kinds of apparel and amenities the army wore.
  • We head deep into the Himalayas for 4km and reach the gravity-defying Magnetic Hill at 30km mark from Leh. If you leave the ignition off and foot off the brakes, will your ride roll downward or upward? Leaving behind the law-defying hills, we’ll reach the famous Confluence of Zanskar and Indus Rivers within the scenic Nimmu valley of Ladakh. It’s a breathtaking sight, one that’s truly out of this world the Zanskar River flows down from Zanskar Valley and meet Tibet’s Indus River. The long ride here is definitely one’s that’s worth it.
  • We drive on to Gurudwara Patthar Sahibp next, which is located at 3,600m altitude and around 22km from Leh. It is a place of worship, one that was built in memory of Guru Nanak as it was believed this was where he stopped briefly to rest and meditate between 1515-1518.
  • Continue to Alchi Gompa, a Tibetan Buddhist monastic complex located within the Alchi village. It’s a housing complex with some of the oldest paintings in Ladakh and can be dated back to the 11th century. There are some comparable baroque style paintings, huge Buddha statues, and intricate wood carvings.
  • From the temple, we start driving back to Leh and make our stop at Likir Monastery which can also be dated back to the 11th century. Located at 3,700m elevation, the Likir Monastery was built by Lama Duwang in 1065 and was rebuilt later in the 18th century. It now has a 23-metre tall gilded gold statue of Maitreya that was added in 1999 and several more statues.
  • We continue our drive back to Leh and take you out for dinner before our overnight stay at the hotel in Leh.
  • (Breakfast and Dinner)

Day 3: Leh – Nubra Valley Via Khardung La At 5,600m (120kms, 4-5 Hours)

  • Enjoy your breakfast in Leh before we check-out tonight and head to Nubra Valley with a scenic drive. We’ll pass over the highest drivable road in the world, Khardung La at over 5,600m/18,390ft elevation around 39km from Leh and get a bird’s eye view of the surrounding area, all the way over the Indus Valley in the south, the edge of Zanskar Range, and get a clear view of the Saser mountains.
  • The Nubra Valley is known as the valley of flowers nestled between the Karakoram and Ladakh ranges of Himalayas. The Nubra Valley is located at a lower altitude than Leh at 3000m/10,000ft that gives it a slightly warmer temperature and is blessed with fertile soil and is famous for the cold desert of Hunder Village. There are sand dunes on one side, a field of flowers on the other and just vast landscape of the valley and mountain ranges all around you.
  • We’ll check-in at our campsite/hotel in Hunder and let you leave your luggage. Once you’re done unpacking, explore the surrounding area on your own and enjoy the stunning view and fresh air or look around the small villages and check out what they have here. Spend the night at the camp or hotel in Nubra Valley after.
  • (Breakfast and Dinner)

Day 4: Nubra Valley (Hunder Village) – Excursion To Turtuk

  • Enjoy your breakfast early today as we’ll have a long ride to a village that’s located close to the border. We’ll be driving to Turtuk which is blessed with an exceptional landscape view that became part of India in 1971 after it was previously part of Pakistan. It’s a small hamlet that has the Shyok River on one side and the other side the Karakoram mountain range. Only one road goes in and out of the village which leads to the high passes of Leh.
  • We’ll learn of the interesting history of the village as many of the people have their origin tracing to Pakistan. You’ll see the 16th Century Mosque, the old mosque of Turtuk which has a distinctive wooden minaret and spiralling staircase. Enjoy the scenic historical building that has prominent Turkish & Iranian influence here before we move to the Ruined Fort of Dhards and Monastery. Enjoy exploring the magnificent ruins of the old buildings of this land while the famous K2 peak in the background, the second highest peak in the world after Mount Everest.
  • We make our way back to the hotel for overnight stay in Nubra Valley.
  • (Breakfast and Dinner)

Day 5: Nubra Valley To Pangong Lake (150km, 5 Hours)

  • After an early breakfast, we will check-out from our camp/hotel in Nubra Valley and visit where they keep and raise double-humped camels that are perfect for riding through the cold desert. Hopped on these gorgeous creatures and go through the sand dunes with the snow-capped mountains sits in the horizon. We slowly make our way back and stop at Diskit on the way, which is the headquarter of Nubra Valley. Explore the bazaar that is filled with shops and locals making ends meet and doing their daily chores.
  • We leave the valley and continue our ride southeast. The rough ride is worth it as you get to see slowly absorb and take in the beauty of Agham & Shyok Valley. We continue driving across the Agham & Shyok Valley to Pangong Lake, or Pangong Tso, the world’s highest saltwater lake at 4,350m. The road conditions can be pretty tough and depending on weather, challenging even. For five hours, we’ll past through several villages, including Durbuk and Tangtse which are about half an hour apart. After close to three hours of ride from Tangtse and several small villages of Changthang, you’ll suddenly be assaulted by an incredible view of Pangong Lake.
  • It has such a deep blue color amidst the arid, dry mountains around it that’ll surely leave an impression on you. The lake is located in both India and China. At freezing temperature, attempts to swim in this lake that’s also considered holy is prohibited.
  • Upon arrival, we’ll check-in at the camp/hotel near the lake before taking you out for dinner. Spend the night at Pangong Lake.
  • (Breakfast and Dinner)

Day 6: Pangong Lake To Leh Via Changla (140km, 6 Hours)

  • Wake up to the beautiful sight of Pangong Lake today before we check-out when the time comes. We’ll drive back to Leh via Changla Pass, located at over 5,300m elevation. As you pass through this road, think back on how Changla was part of the famous silk road and millenias before that, historic creatures of Jurassic period would also tread this pathway as ammonoids have been unearthed around here.
  • Enjoy an impressive view while driving through the 15km long road as we make several stops before reaching Leh. We’ll stop first at Hemis Gompa, a Himalayan Buddhist monastery at the village of Hemis, established in 1672 by King Sengge Namgyal. A festival is held every July here and it’s near to the home of the endangered snow leopard in the Hemis National Park. It is also the largest monastic foundation of Drukpa Kagyu Order of Tibetan Buddhism.
  • We continue the ride to Thiksey Monastery, a monastery affiliated with the Gelug Order, the largest inside central Ladakh. The imposing construction of this monastery sees the complex built along the hillside above the village all the way to the top.
  • Roughly 5km from here is the Shey Palace & Monastery which originally was the summer palace of King of Ladakh until 16th century. The current Shey Palace was built in 1655 in memory of Sengge Namgyal by Deldan Namgyal. Shey started as a small village that became the old capital of Ladakh before the royal family fled to Stok during the annexation of Dogras. Today you can enjoy a luxurious view of your surrounding and be where the royalties used to spend their time at.
  • Visit the 3 Idiots Rancho’s School which is where the Aamir Khan movie was shot at. This Buddhist cultural school’s real name is the Druk Padma Karpo School. We keep driving until we reach Leh and be there in time for dinner. Check-in at the hotel before we spend the night in Leh.
  • (Breakfast and Dinner)

Day 7: Depart Leh

  • After breakfast, we’ll check-out and leave the hotel to transfer you to the domestic airport for your flight to your next destination out of Leh.
  • (Breakfast)

Exclusions

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  • Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides, read block etc. to be borne by the client directly on the
  • spot.
  • Any entrance fee to the monastery & monuments.
  • Any other item which is not specified under cost inclusions.

Terms and Conditions

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  • LADAKH is situated between 30 degree to 36 degree east latitude and 76 degree to 79 degree north longitude. The region of Ladakh is spread over an area of 96,701 Sq. Kms and has a population of 2 Lac habitants and consists of two districts, Leh and Kargil. The region of Ladakh normally remains land locked between November to June every year as Srinagar-Ladakh and Ladakh- Manali highways, which connect Ladakh with the other parts of the country, remain closed during this period because of snow and rigorous winter.
  • Sequence of the day-wise itinerary tour program may change depending upon traffic schedules/restrictions on some roads and other unforeseen events.
  • If there is any unprecedented hike in the cost of transport (including fuel surcharge) or accommodation, it will affect the cost.
  • We shall not be responsible for any changes in the itinerary due to lands lights, Flight cancellations, weather conditions or any unforeseen events. The additional cost incurred will be in addition to the package price.
  • Only backpacks are allowed. You can carry luggage weighing not more than 10 Kgs per person with you. Extra luggage will cost you INR 1000/- per Kg
  • Situated at 10,000ft above sea level, the capital - Leh is higher than most Alpine mountains. In Ladakh you can travel to the world’s highest motorable road at 18,000 + ft (Khardung-La pass).
  • Total Area - 96,701 Sq.Kms
  • Latitude - Between 30 degree to 36 degree east latitude
  • Longitude - 76 degree to 79 degree north
  • Population - 27500 and 117000 of the complete Leh District comprising of 112 odd villages
  • Annual Rainfall - 529mm
  • Best Season - April to October
  • Average Altitude - 3505 metres
  • Local Languages - Ladakhi, Hindi, Urdu, Balti, Shina, Tibetan, English
  • ATM’s Available - SBI / J&K Bank / HDFC / AXIS / PNB (Still advisable to carry Hard Cash)
  • Networks - Airtel, BSNL are present there; others please check your operator’s collaboration
  • Average Temp - Max 30 / Min -3 Summer Temperatures Max -10 / Min -25 Winter Temperatures
  • TEMPERATURE:
  • The winter temp. Touches as low as minus 30 degree (Leh & Kargil) and minus 60 degree in (Drass) subzero temp. Prevails from December to February throughout Ladakh, whereas, zero degree temp. is experienced during rest of winter months. This result in freezing of all conceivable water resources. During summers the maximum temp. Increases from 20 degree C to 38 degree C in July and August.
  • LANGUAGES SPOKEN:
  • Ladakhi is the main language of Ladakh; other languages spoken are Balti, Shina, Brokshat and Changshat. In hotels and restaurants staff speaks English and Hindi, while tourist guides are well versed with the language.
  • PERMIT AND PASSPORT:
  • Tourist don't require permit for Leh; however, all foreigners are required to be registered at Drass, Rumtse and Serchu if they are traveling overland. Those traveling by air get themselves registered at airport. Tourists are required to get permit for restricted areas like Tsomoriri, Tsokar and Pangong Lakes, Dhahanu and Nubra Valley, which can be obtained from District Magistrate, Leh, through Travel Agents at Leh.
  • CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES:
  • Track pants or trousers
  • T – Shirts
  • Sweatshirts
  • Sweaters / Jackets
  • Pair of woolen / Cotton socks
  • Hat (wool if cold) and sunglasses
  • Warm clothing (i.e. synthetic fleece)
  • Comfortable footwear
  • Toilet paper/tissue
  • Camera and film
  • Small notebook and pens
  • CREDIT CARDS & ATM MACHINE:
  • Credit cards are accepted by very few hotels and tour operators but there will be 2.5% service charge. The Jammu and Kashmir Bank and State Bank of India has placed ATM Machine in Leh. The State Bank of India accepts visa and Maestro, but this ATM is not very reliable. J&K Bank ATM is more reliable but accepts only Maestro. Now we have Punjab National Bank, HDFC Bank & Axis Bank ATM’S available in Leh Market.

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