Day 01: Arrival in Manali (2050m)

Highlights – Orientation, Bike Check, Local Exploration
Arrive in the vibrant town of Manali, your starting point for this epic bike trip to Ladakh. Check in to your hotel and meet the team for a briefing and bike handover. Take the day to acclimatize and explore the town — visit local cafés, Hidimba Temple, or stroll along the riverside. Overnight stay in Manali.

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Day 02: Manali to Sarchu (4290m) | 200 km

Grade/Duration – Moderate / Approx. 6 Hours
Highlights – Atal Tunnel, Keylong, Gata Loops, Nakee La
Your Leh bike tour begins with a scenic ride through the Atal Tunnel into Lahaul Valley. Pass Keylong, navigate the thrilling 21 hairpin bends of Gata Loops, and climb over Nakee La (4769m) and Lachung La (5059m). Ride across the vast Morey Plains before reaching Sarchu. Overnight stay in tents under the stars.

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Day 03: Sarchu to Leh (3500m) | 250 km

Grade/Duration – Moderate / Approx. 6 Hours
Altitude Loss – 790m
Highlights – Tanglang La, Pang, Indus River Ride
Continue the journey on the Leh-Manali Highway. Cross Tanglang La (5328m), the highest pass on this route. Enjoy the surreal beauty of Morey Plains and descend alongside the Indus River. Visit monasteries or cafés en route before reaching Leh by evening. Check in and relax. Overnight stay in Leh.

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Day 04: Leh to Pangong Lake (4250m) | 150 km

Grade/Duration – Moderate / Approx. 5 Hours
Altitude Gain – 750m
Highlights – Chang La, Pangong Tso
Start your journey to the stunning Pangong Lake, crossing Chang La (5360m), the third-highest motorable pass in the world. Ride through beautiful valleys and mountain terrain. Reach Pangong by afternoon and witness its ever-changing hues. Overnight stay in lakeside camps.

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Day 05: Pangong to Nubra Valley (3048m) | 260 km

Grade/Duration – Difficult / Approx. 8 Hours
Altitude Loss – 1202m
Highlights – Shyok Route, Water Crossings
Take the offbeat route along the Shyok River toward Nubra Valley. Ride past remote villages and through several water crossings. The raw terrain and dramatic backdrops make this section one of the most thrilling of your road trip to Ladakh. Reach Hunder by evening. Overnight in camp or hotel.

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Day 06: Excursion to Turtuk

Highlights – Border Village, Cultural Experience
Ride to Turtuk, India’s northernmost village accessible to civilians. Just a few kilometers from the LOC, this village was once part of Pakistan. Surrounded by apricot orchards and steep cliffs, it offers a peaceful and culturally rich experience. Return to Hunder for an overnight stay.

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Day 07: Nubra to Leh via Khardung La | 160 km

Grade/Duration – Difficult / Approx. 7 Hours
Altitude Gain – 452m
Highlights – Khardung La, Diskit Monastery
Today, cross the mighty Khardung La (5359m), one of the world’s highest motorable passes. Visit Diskit Monasterybefore starting your ascent. Take in panoramic views and descend into Leh. This leg of your Leh bike tour offers a sense of achievement like no other. Overnight in Leh.

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Day 08: Leh to Kargil (2676m) | 220 km

Grade/Duration – Moderate / Approx. 6 Hours
Altitude Loss – 824m
Highlights – Lamayuru, Fotu La, Namika La
Ride westward toward Kargil via Namika La (3700m) and Fotu La (4108m). Stop at Lamayuru Monastery, one of the oldest in Ladakh. The route is filled with dramatic landscapes and smooth roads. Arrive in Kargil by evening. Overnight stay in hotel.

Day 09: Kargil to Srinagar (1535m) | 202 km

Grade/Duration – Difficult / Approx. 7 Hours
Altitude Loss – 1141m
Highlights – Dras War Memorial, Zoji La, Sonamarg
The final day of your road trip to Ladakh takes you through the famous Zoji La Pass (3528m). Pay respects at the Dras War Memorial, and admire the changing scenery as you enter the lush Kashmir Valley. Reach Srinagar by evening and check in to a houseboat or hotel. Overnight stay.

Day 10: Departure from Srinagar

Highlights – Dal Lake, Local Exploration
Enjoy a relaxed morning in Srinagar. If time permits, take a shikara ride on Dal Lake or visit local bazaars. Depart with unforgettable memories of your bike trip to Ladakh, filled with challenges, serenity, and unmatched Himalayan beauty.