A Beginner's Guide to Motorcycle Expedition in Ladakh
HIGHLIGHTS:
Embark on the adventure of a lifetime with our Ladakh Bike Tour travel package for beginners. Explore the breathtaking landscapes of this region while experiencing the thrill of riding a motorcycle through some of the highest mountain passes in the world.
Our tour is designed to give you an authentic experience that showcases both natural beauty and cultural heritage.
As soon as you arrive, we will provide you with a fully-equipped motorcycle and all necessary safety gear.
Our experienced guides will lead you through scenic routes, passing by glistening lakes, snow-capped peaks, and ancient monasteries along the way.
You’ll have plenty of opportunities to stop for photos and explore local markets where you can purchase traditional souvenirs.
Our travel package includes comfortable accommodations for each night of your stay in Ladakh. You’ll be able to rest up after long days on your bike and enjoy delicious meals prepared with locally sourced ingredients.
OVERVIEW:
Are you a beginner looking for an adventure of a lifetime? Look no further than the Ladakh Motorcycle Expedition! This travel package is perfect for those who want to experience the breath-taking beauty of Ladakh while also embarking on an unforgettable journey. With our expert guides and well-maintained motorcycles, we'll take you on a ride through some of the most stunning landscapes.
Starting in Leh, the capital city of Ladakh, we'll explore ancient monasteries, remote villages, and high-altitude passes that will leave you breathless (in more ways than one!). Our experienced guides will ensure your safety while also providing insight into the local culture and history. And don't worry if you've never ridden a motorcycle before – we offer training sessions and will make sure you're comfortable before hitting the road.
With our expert guides, top-of-the-line motorcycles, and carefully planned routes, we offer a safe and exhilarating experience for riders of all levels. Our motorcycle expeditions take you off the beaten path and into some of the most stunning landscapes in the world. Imagine cruising through rugged mountain ranges, winding along scenic coastal roads, or exploring charming small towns – all from the seat of your own motorcycle. Our experienced guides will lead you every step of the way, ensuring that you have an unforgettable adventure while also prioritising safety.
But don't just take our word for it – join us on one of our upcoming motorcycle expeditions and see for yourself why so many riders rave about their experiences with us.
ITINERARY
Day 1 of the itinerary: Arrival in Ladakh
You will be greeted and transported to your accommodation after landing at Leh's airport.
The remainder of the day is free time.
Hotel stay overnight.
DAY 2 Acclimatize At Leh & Enjoy A Half-Day Of Touring (Shey & Thiksey Monasteries)
After breakfast today, an MUV will be made available to you.
See the Shanti Stupa, which Japanese monks constructed to encourage world peace.
See the Leh Palace afterwards, which was constructed in the 17th century in the finest Tibetan architectural tradition.
No road captain would be available for this day after you moved on to tour the monasteries of Shey and Thiksey with a local guide.
At 7 o'clock in the evening, you would get to choose whatever 500cc Royal Enfield motorcycles you want. The remainder of the evening is free time.
Hotel stay for the night.
DAY 3 Leh-Khardungla-Nubra Valley (135 kms)
Drive 135 km to Nubra Valley, also known as Dorma or "the valley of flowers," this morning via Khardungla Pass, one of the highest motorable roads in the world (5602 mts).
Upon arrival, register at your camp.
See the main Diskit Monastery and the enormous Maitreya Buddha statue, which is the tallest Buddha statue in Ladakh, later in the day.
Then, take a ride on a double-humped Bactrian camel amid Hunder's white sand dunes.
The remainder of the evening is available for personal enjoyment.
Spend the night in the camps.
DAY 4 Nubra-Khardungla- Leh (135kms)
Following breakfast, return to Leh by car.
Located at a distance if 39 kilometres from Leh, Khardungla Pass will be visted on the way. (Mountain Pass at 5578 m / 18300 ft.) Khardung-La, which translates to "Pass of Lower Castle," is a crucial caravan route in Central Asia between Leh and Kashgar.
The remainder of the evening is available for personal enjoyment.
Spend the night in a hotel.
Day 5: River Rafting and a Half-Day Trip to Alchi
Visit the Military Hall of Fame, a magnificent museum built by the Indian army, after breakfast today. You can view the biographies of notable defence figures, pictures of the weapons used during the Kargil War, information about the heroes of Siachen and their everyday tools, as well as information about the Ladakhi way of life.
Also, you will go to the stunning Gurudwara Pathar Sahib built in honour of Guru Nanak.
Next, we travel to Alchi, a little settlement in the Indus Valley at a height of 3500 metres (11500 feet), which is located 67 kilometres (km) west of Leh.
See the magnificent Magnetic Hill, a gravity hill in Ladakh, India, close to Leh. According to legend, the hill has magnetic characteristics powerful enough to draw vehicles upward and force passing aircraft to fly higher to avoid magnetic interference.
The remainder of the evening is available for personal enjoyment.
River Rafting is optional.
Spend the night in a hotel.
DAY 6 Leh to Pangong Lake
After breakfast today, travel 134 kilometres to Pangong Tso lake (83 mi)) long, stretching from Tibet to India. China occupies 60% of the lake's length.
You will cross Changla, the third-highest motorable road in the world, before arriving at Pangong Lake.
It is on the road from Leh to Pangong Lake.
Spend the night in camp.
Day 7: Pangong Lake to Leh
This morning after breakfast move towards Leh. Spend the rest of the day shopping at the neighbourhood market after arriving in Leh.
Go back to the hotel after returning the motorcycles to the garage.
Spend the night in a hotel.
Day 8: DEPARTURE
Today, bid farewell as you are taken to the airport in Leh for your next flight.
INCLUSIONS:
Accommodation
Meals as per plan
Toyota Innova, Scorpio, Mahindra Xylo, or a similar back-up support vehicle will be used to transport non-riders and pillagers who are unable to ride the motorcycle and their bags
Sightseeing
King Enfield 500cc motorcycle the entire journey.
Normal ISI-marked helmets and gloves are available (Riders are recommended to carry their own gloves)
Crystalline Water 2 litres daily per person
Support personnel: A seasoned road captain with a second motorcycle.
1 helmet camera for the Road Captain to document the entire motorcycle adventure on film.
King Enfield Licensed mechanic with emergency replacement parts
Transfers from the airport to the hotel