Trip Highlights
- Khardung La Pass (5,359m)
- Pangong Lake sunrise
- Nubra Valley sand dunes
- Magnetic Hill
- Monasteries trail
Leh Ladakh Bike Trip Day-by-Day Itinerary
9 daysYour route through Ladakh, one day at a time.
- Day 1
Arrival in Leh — Acclimatization Day 1
Fly to Leh (3,524m). Airport pickup. Check-in at hotel. Rest and acclimatize — do not exert yourself. Evening gentle walk to the market. Overnight in Leh.
Altitude acclimatizationRest mandatoryLeh market evening walk - Day 2
Leh Acclimatization & Local Sightseeing
After breakfast, gentle sightseeing to acclimatize further: Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace, Hall of Fame Museum, and Leh Market. Bike allocation and pre-ride briefing in the evening. Overnight in Leh.
Shanti Stupa sunriseLeh PalaceHall of Fame MuseumBike briefing - Day 3
Leh → Nubra Valley via Khardung La
The legendary ride begins! Cross Khardung La (5,359m) — one of the highest motorable roads in the world. Descend to the cold desert Nubra Valley. Visit Diskit Monastery. Evening Bactrian camel safari on the Hunder sand dunes. Overnight in Nubra.
Khardung La Pass (5,359m)Diskit MonasteryHunder sand dunesDouble-hump camel ride - Day 4
Nubra Valley → Pangong Lake via Shyok River
Ride from Nubra to Pangong Tso via the spectacular Shyok River route (120 km). Arrive at the world-famous Pangong Lake (4,350m) — stretching 134 km into Tibet. Watch the blue waters change colour through the day. Overnight in lakeside tents.
Shyok River valleyPangong Lake arrival3 Idiots pointSunset at Pangong - Day 5
Pangong Lake → Leh via Chang La
Wake up to a magical sunrise over Pangong. Ride back to Leh via Chang La (5,360m) — another high pass. Visit Hemis Monastery — Ladakh's largest monastery. Arrive in Leh. Rest. Overnight.
Sunrise at PangongChang La Pass (5,360m)Hemis MonasteryThiksey Monastery - Day 6
Leh Local Monasteries Trail
Rest day or optional monastery trail: Alchi Monastery (900 AD), Likir Monastery, Magnetic Hill, Confluence of Indus and Zanskar rivers. Bike servicing. Overnight in Leh.
Alchi Monastery (900 AD)Magnetic HillIndus-Zanskar confluenceLikir Monastery - Day 7
Leh → Jispa via Rohtang Pass
Depart Leh. Ride via the Atal Tunnel or over Rohtang Pass (5,050m) to Jispa. Cross multiple passes through the Lahaul Valley. Arrive in Jispa for overnight stay.
Rohtang Pass or Atal TunnelLahaul ValleyBaralacha La views - Day 8
Jispa → Manali
After breakfast, ride the final stretch from Jispa to Manali through the Kullu Valley. Victory dinner celebration. Overnight in Manali.
Kullu Valley rideManali arrivalVictory celebration dinner - Day 9
Manali — Departure
After breakfast, check-out. Drop to Manali bus stand / Bhuntar Airport. Tour concludes. Bikes returned. Safe travels!
CheckoutBike returnTour concludes
Where You'll Stay in Ladakh
8 nights across 6 handpicked properties.
Leh
Hotel Stok Palace Heritage / Similar
Nubra Valley
Desert Camp, Hunder
Pangong
Luxury Tent Camp, Pangong
Leh
Hotel Stok Palace Heritage
Jispa / Keylong
Hotel Ibex, Jispa
Manali
Chichoga Holiday Inn
Inclusions and Exclusions
What's Included
- 8 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Royal Enfield Himalayan with fuel
- Backup vehicle
- Mechanic support
- Oxygen cylinders
- Riding gear on rent
What's Not Included
- Lunch & Dinner
- Permits (Inner Line Permit — arranged by us, cost extra)
- Flights to Leh
- Personal expenses
Frequently asked questions
What does the Leh Ladakh Bike Trip price include?
The ₹27,999 starting price covers 8 nights accommodation, daily breakfast, royal enfield himalayan with fuel, and more as listed in the inclusions below. Items such as lunch & dinner and permits (inner line permit — arranged by us, cost extra) are charged separately.
How many nights and destinations does this itinerary cover?
This is a 8 Nights / 9 Days trip covering Leh, Nubra Valley, Pangong, Leh, Jispa / Keylong, Manali, with 8 nights of stay across 6 locations.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Yes. Every Lama Travels itinerary can be adjusted for dates, hotel category, group size, and add-on activities. Speak to our travel expert to tailor this trip to you.