Ladakh is also the perfect place to spot some exotic birds and witness the grandeur of Buddhist Monasteries. The inimitable culture, festivals and beautiful people of the region that you pass along, are another superb reason why you need to go biking through this spectacular land. Ladakh is a land of pristine lakes. Each of them is enough to enthuse the awe out of anyone, especially the Tso Moriri Lake. One has to see the beauty of this lake to believe it. It is set in the Changthang region of Ladakh and is a calm, serene and sacred lake for the people in Ladakh.

Day 1 Manali: Arrival and Sightseeing
Your Manali Srinagar bike tour starts with your arrival in Manali. Our tour representative will greet you and escort you to your hotel. Complete the check-in formalities and unwind. Later, you can explore Mall Road and Old Manali market. Enjoy shopping and buy the things which you may require for the trip. Around 4:30 PM, all the motorbike team will start allotting the bikes to the riders. You can go for a test drive.

Return to the hotel, enjoy the dinner, and slip into your bed for a restful sleep.

Note: Gears and other items at your own cost.

Day 2 Sarchu: The bike ride via Atal Tunnel
Wake up to a beautiful day, savor the delicious breakfast, and get ready to start your Himalayan expedition around 7:30 AM. Cross Atal Tunnel and enter the Lahaul Valley. Marvel at the scenic beauty of the breathtaking landscape. Atal Tunnel is one of the longest high-altitude tunnels in the world. You will cross Jispa and continue your ride to Sarchu via Baralacha Pass, which is one of the highest motorable passes and connects Lahaul Valley to Ladakh.

Upon your arrival in Sarchu, complete the check-in formalities at the camp and relax. Enjoy the dinner and have a sound sleep in your cozy bed.

Distance from Manali to Sarchu: 210 km

Travel Time: 6 hours (approx.)

Day 3 Tso Moriri Lake: Arrive via Tso Kar Lake
Greet the day with the toothsome breakfast and complete the check-out formalities. Start your drive towards Tso Moriri via Tso Kar Lake. Situated in the Rupshu Plateau, Tso Kar is a saline lake and you can spot some exotic species of flora and fauna.

Upon your arrival in Tso Moriri, complete the check-in formalities and unwind. Tso Moriri is located in the Changthang Plateau and it is the largest of the freshwater lakes in India. This high altitude lake is home to several animals including Tibetan Ass, Great Tibetan Sheep, Tibetan Gazelle (Antelope), and Tibetan Wolf. Spend some quality time there in the evening and enjoy the sunset.

Later, head back to the camp for a scrumptious dinner and enjoy a comfortable overnight stay.

Distance from Sarchu to Tso Moriri Lake: 228 km

Travel Time: 7 hours (approx.)

Day 4 Hanle: Enjoy the Best Scenic Route
After a toothsome breakfast, check-out from the camp and start your ride for Hanle. En route, you will cross Mahe Bridge and Nurpa Pass. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery on the way. Hanle is home to the Indian Astronomical Observatory, which is one of the highest located sites for optical, infrared, and gamma-ray telescopes in the world.

Upon your arrival in Hanle, check-in at the hotel and relax. If time and energy permits then you can stroll nearby places and admit the stunning beauty of the Trans Himalayan region. Savor the delectable dinner and doze off in your bed.

Distance from Tso Moriri to Hanle: 159 km

Travel Time: 4 hours (approx.)

Day 5 Pangong Lake: The Lake that Changes Color
Wake up to a delicious breakfast and check out from the hotel. Start your bike ride for Pangong Lake via Chushul. You will also cross Tsaga La Pass on the way to Pangong Lake. Enjoy the stunning views of the mighty Himalayas and treat your eyes to the marvelous beauty.

On arrival at Pangong Lake, complete the check-in formalities at the camp and unwind. Pangong Lake is one of the highest saltwater lakes in India, which stretches over 134 km, and among this 40% of the lake is situated in India and the rest in China. The lake freezes in winters despite being saline water.

In the evening, take a stroll near the lake and enjoy the sunset. Marvel at the changing colors of the lake during the sunset. Return to the camp after enjoying the enchanting views of the surroundings. Savor a scrumptious dinner and have a sound sleep into your cozy bed.

Distance from Hanle to Pangong Lake: 311 km (approx.)

Travel Time: 7 hours (approx.)

Day 6 Nubra Valley: Arrival via Shyok Valley
Wake up early and enjoy the mesmerizing sunrise at Pangong Lake. The beauty of the mighty Himalayas and Pangong Lake will leave you awestruck. Savor the delicious breakfast at the camp and complete the check-out formalities. Later, start your bike ride towards Nubra Valley via Shyok Valley. Delight in the spectacular vistas during the road trip. Renowned for Bactrian Camels, orchards, sand dunes, and ancient monasteries, Nubra Valley was originally called Ldumra, which means the valley of Flowers.

Visit the Diskit Monastery, which is the oldest and the largest monastery of the Ladakh region. Home to the largest statue of the Maitreya Buddha, Diskit Monastery offers an enchanting view of the valley. After spending the time at the monastery, visit the Hunder Sand Dunes and enjoy the ride on a double-humped Bactrian Camel. Then head towards the camp and complete the check-in formalities and relax. If time and energy permits then you can explain the village or take a stroll near the camp.

Have a delectable meal and slip into your cozy bed for a restful sleep.

Distance from Pangong Lake to Nubra Valley: 274 km (approx.)

Travel Time: 7 hours (approx.)

Distance from Pangong Lake to Hunder: 240 km (approx.)

Travel Time: 6 hours (approx.)

Distance from Hunder to Nubra Valley: 85 km (approx.)

Travel Time: 2 hours (approx.)

Day 7 Leh: Arrival via Khardung La Pass
Arise to a scrumptious breakfast, complete your check-out formalities, and get ready for another unparalleled experience. Start your ride for Leh via Khardung La Pass, which is one of the highest motorable passes in the world. Situated at an elevation of 5,350 m above sea level, Khardung La Pass offers amazing views of the valley.

Upon your arrival in Leh, complete the check-in formalities and unwind. The rest of the day is at your leisure. You can take a stroll nearby the resort and explore the natural setting of the place. Enjoy the leisure walk in the evening.

Return to the hotel, have a delicious dinner, and doze off into your bed for a sound sleep.

Distance from Nubra Valley to Leh: 159 km

Travel Time: 4 hours, 25 minutes (approx.)

Distance from Nubra Valley to Khardung La Pass: 120 km

Travel Time: 3 hours, 20 minutes (approx.)

Distance from Khardung La Pass to Leh: 39 km

Travel Time: 1 hour (approx.)

Day 8 Leh: A day at Leisure
This is the leisure day of the tour. Enjoy the toothsome breakfast and then you can go for a local sightseeing tour of the city. Your bike will be carried for maintenance and repair for the half-day. In the evening, you will get your bike back. Meanwhile, you can explore the local market of Leh. You can buy souvenirs for your loved oned ones. Also, you can relish the delicious local cuisines. You can also explore the Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, and War Memorial on your own.

After the sightseeing tour, return to the hotel. Savor the delectable dinner and have a sound sleep.

Day 9 Kargil: Welcome to The Land of Agas
Start your day with a hearty meal, check out from the hotel, and head towards Kargil. Delight in the scenic views while driving on NH 1. En route, halt at Magnetic Hill, Military Hall of Fame, and the confluence of Indus and Zanskar River. Also, visit the Alchi Monastery. Continue your ride towards Kargil via Fotu La Pass, one of the two mountain passes on the Leh-Srinagar highway.

Upon your arrival at Kargil, complete your check-in formalities at the hotel. The rest of the time is at your leisure. If time and energy permits, you can visit the bank of Suru River, which is the tributary of the Indus River. Enjoy the sunset on the river bank and bask in the peaceful environs.

Return to the hotel, savor the delightful dinner and have a restful sleep.

Distance from Leh to Kargil: 217 km

Travel Time: 4 hours (approx.)

Day 10 Sonamarg: Cross Zoji La Pass
Arise to a tempting breakfast, complete the check-out formalities, and start a drive towards Sonmarg. En route, you will visit Drass, which is the second coldest inhabited place in the world. You will cross Zoji La Pass, which connects Kashmir Valley to Ladakh. Situated at an altitude of 3,528 m above sea level, Zoji La Pass is one of the treacherous passes in the world. Enjoy the scenic vistas while crossing the pass.

On your arrival in Sonmarg, complete the check-in formalities and here your bike expedition comes to an end. The rest of the day is at your leisure. You can explore the unparalleled beauty of Sonmarg and enjoy leisure walks.

Savor the scrumptious meal and have a sound sleep in your cozy bed.

Distance from Kargil to Sonamarg: 123 km

Travel Time: 4 hours (approx.)

Day 11 The tour culminates
This is the last day of the Manali Srinagar tour. Have a delicious meal, check out from the hotel, and leave the hotel around 7:30 AM to reach Srinagar. If time permits, then you can explore the popular tourist places of Srinagar including Dal Lake, Hazrat Bal Shrine, Mughal Garden, and Nigeen Lake. You will have an assisted transfer to the Srinagar Airport for your onward journey.

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