India · Scooty & Bike

10-Day Himachal Motorbike Tour with Leh and Pangong Lake

10 Days Round trip from Manali Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Ride through some of the world's highest motorable mountain passes
  • 02 Visit dazzling Pangong Lake in the heart of Ladakh
  • 03 See the monasteries of Thiksey and Shey en route to Leh
  • 04 Explore Leh's local markets and city attractions
  • 05 Take in breathtaking views of the Himalayan mountains
  • 06 Reach Khardungla Pass at 18,360 ft

Explore the best of Himachal on an adventurous motorbike road trip through the Land of High Passes. Ride across some of the world's highest motorable passes, visit ancient monasteries, and take in breathtaking views of the Himalayan mountains. With stops in Leh, Pangong Lake, and Khardungla Pass, this journey is a must-try experience for adventure lovers and bike riders.

Ride across some of the world's highest motorable passes, visit ancient monasteries, and take in breathtaking views of the Himalayan mountains.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Leh, Kullu, Manali
Languages English, Hindi

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Manali and Himalayan Test Ride

  • On arrival in Manali, check in to the hotel and relax until the afternoon.

  • Grab a quick lunch, after which you will test your motorbike and get used to the roads.

  • Go riding through the Himalayan terrain along the challenging roads of the Kullu Valley.

  • Later, return to the hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Ride from Manali to Jispa via Rohtang Pass

  • Wake up early in the morning and begin your adventure.

  • Start your ride to Rohtang Pass at 3,978 meters.

  • Overcome your first test, after which you will pass through the Lahaul Valley.

  • Proceed to Jispa, which is your halt for the day.

  • Enjoy a delicious mountain dinner. Steamed momos and thukpa are famous traditional Himalayan items for dinner.

  • Then be off to your well-deserved rest.

3
Day 03

Journey into the Mountains from Jispa to Sarchu

  • Begin your ride to Sarchu. This highway route takes you into the heart of the mountains.

  • Enjoy the splendid views as you pass through Baralacha Pass at 5,000 meters above sea level. Continue riding towards Sarchu, the borderline between Kashmir and Himachal.

  • From there, head to the Sarchu camp.

  • Relax for the rest of the day.

4
Day 04

Ride to Leh via Tanglang-La Pass

  • The day starts with riding your motorbike through flatlands and into the mountain horizon.

  • Ride through Tanglang-La Pass, the second-highest motorable mountain pass in the world, at a height of 5,300 meters.

  • After crossing this pass, continue on well-maintained roads all the way to Leh.

  • En route, get to see the monasteries of Thiksey and Shey.

  • Check in at the hotel on the borders of Changspa in Leh.

  • Spend your time exploring the local places.

  • Rest for the night.

5
Day 05

Khardungla Pass and Leh City Exploration

  • Today, your day includes a visit to Khardungla Pass at 18,360 ft, one of the world's highest motorable passes.

  • In the afternoon, leave for a local city tour of Leh and explore the attractions of Leh city. The Old Fort, which overlooks the city, is quite a breathtaking sight.

  • Spend the evening at one of the garden restaurants that are popular in this place.

  • Return to your hotel for the night.

6
Day 06

Ride to Pangong Lake via Chang La

  • The sixth day of your tour includes a visit to Pangong Lake.

  • After a halt at the lake, proceed towards Chang La at 5,500 meters above sea level and continue to the army checkpoint at Tangse.

  • Check in at the resort and enjoy a comfortable stay for the night.

7
Day 07

Return to Leh and Visit Shanti Stupa

  • Have your breakfast early in the morning and get ready to head towards Leh.

  • Explore Leh and shop at the local bazaars.

  • Visit Shanti Stupa, the huge white-domed Buddhist structure overlooking Changspa.

  • Enjoy great views of the Indus Valley and the Zanskar Range.

  • Head back to your hotel.

8
Day 08

Ride Back from Leh to Sarchu

  • Bid adieu to Leh and begin your ride. En route, you will see Pang, a scenic spot in the Ladakh landscape.

  • Halt at Sarchu and enjoy a comfortable stay in the camp.

9
Day 09

Mountain Ride from Sarchu to Manali

  • In the morning, begin your ride through the Sarchu plain and reach the Baralacha plain by noon. Enjoy the beauty of the Lahaul ranges as you continue towards Rohtang Pass.

  • Rohtang Pass will challenge you with mini-rivers of mud. Ride through the obstacles to reach Manali.

  • Have a comfortable stay at the hotel in Manali.

10
Day 10

Departure from Manali

  • This is the last day of the adventurous bike tour. We bid you adieu with fond memories of your adventure in Ladakh.

Pangong Lake, Khardung La, Thikse Monastery

Where this trip takes you

Pangong Lake, Khardung La, Thikse Monastery

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Manali 3 cities · 10 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Guide + rider
  • 500cc Bullet
  • Fuel
  • All permits

What's Not Included

  • Stay during the tour, but the guide can recommend accommodation
  • Guide food

Know before you go

  • Keep a high intake of fluids to help prevent AMS (acute mountain sickness).
  • Tanglang-La Pass is the second-highest motorable mountain pass in the world, at a height of 5,300 meters.
  • Khardungla Pass at 18,360 ft is the world's highest motorable pass.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Manali, Himachal Pradesh, India
Tour start
Manali, Himachal Pradesh, India
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 10 days finish where they began, in Manali.

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