8N/9D Manali | Leh | Srinagar – Bike Expedition

• Upon arrival at Manali, check into the hotel and relax today to become acclimatized.
  The tour captain will give you a brief overview of the ride, the itinerary, bike distribution, etc. Enjoy a leisurely evening.
• Overnight stay at the hotel with dinner.

150 kms / 250kms | 10,500 ft

• The long-awaited journey to Ladakh has begun. Prepare yourself for a thrilling ride. The route takes you through Atal tunnel, Tandi (last petrol pump before Upshi) and Keylong. The group will be accommodated in the camps at Jipsa / Sarchu after arrival.

250 kms / 350 kms |  13,780 ft

• Today, gear up for a difficult journey. The journey will include driving across Zing Zing Bar, Suraj Tal, Baralacha La-16040 ft., and Killing Sarai.
• Upon arriving at destination, stay in camps and have a hearty dinner.

160 Km | 3-4 Hrs | 17,982 ft

• In this section of the Srinagar to Manali Motorbike Expedition, road travel takes you to the Nubra Valley via a scenic and thrilling journey. The road to the valley crosses Khardung La, reputed to be the world’s highest motorable road.
• The hotel located on the banks of the Nubra River in Nubra Valley is the perfect place for a relaxing overnight stay.

150 Km | 3-4 Hrs | 14,270 ft

• This morning leave behind the bleak landscape of the stark region and move towards the pristine Pangong Lake. The road will take you through the newly opened Shyok Village. When you reach the shores of this enchanted water body, you will be amazed by its beauty, tranquility, and vivid colors.
• Next, transfer to the campsite for a bonfire and an evening of relaxation surrounded by nature.

160 Km | 5-6 Hrs | 17,590 ft

• The Pangong Tso offers a scenic view. Breakfast will be served before leaving for Leh. Cross Chang La (17,590 ft), the second highest pass of the world. The pass is considered one of the toughest in the world. Leh and the Changthang Plateau are connected by this pass. There is a small lake called Tsoltak that the group can witness prior to climbing the Mighty Pass. There will be a descent into Shakti after crossing the pass, and the journey continues towards the Manali-Leh Highway.
• Upon arrival in Leh, experience the city and spend the night there.

220 km | 5 Hours | 8,780 ft

• Today the expedition will head toward Kargil. Enroute cross Fotu La (13,480ft), which is the highest in the region in terms of altitude. Visit the Buddhist Monastery of Lamayuru on the way. Our next stop will be Hambuting La Mountain Pass, followed by a descent to the lovely town of Kargil.
• Overnight stay at the hotel.

200 km | 6 Hours | 5,200 ft

• After a healthy breakfast, the expedition to Ladakh will begin. Witness one of the most picturesque passes in the region, the Zojila Pass. A short break will be taken before moving ahead to Srinagar via the breathtaking Sonamarg Valley. The next destination is Srinagar, the capital of Jammu and Kashmir. Visit Shalimar Bagh and enjoy Shikara Riding on Dal Lake.
• Spend the night near the lake.

• Depart from Srinagar

• Booking will be confirmed within 24 hours.
• In case of non-availability for the date, our team will get in touch with you to work out best possible dates. Kindly bear with us as this industry does not work with real-time inventory view from vendor partners.
• If you wish to cancel before receiving a confirmation, you will receive 100% refund.

• Full Refund– If cancelled before 15 days of scheduled departure
• No Refund– If cancelled less than 15 days of scheduled departure

If participants are unable to or refuse to go through with the experience at site, no refund will be applicable.

To avoid inconvenience to other travelers, the expedition will continue in such case and participant will have to make their own arrangements, if they continue their stay.

• 100% at the time of booking.

Rescheduling is subject to availability.

Once the cancellation window ends, rescheduling cannot be done.

Each booking allows for a maximum of two rescheduling opportunities. After which, no further changes can be made to the booking.

Any price differences resulting from rescheduling, such as changes in seasonal rates or availability, will be applicable and will be communicated to the customer during the rescheduling process.

In the event that a customer requests a rescheduling but fails to attend the newly scheduled appointment, it will be considered a missed appointment, and our standard cancellation policy will apply

• Since ladakh is a rough terrain, a bike with powerful engine and strong build is preferable. The ideal bike for this trip is, RE himalayan.

• Yes, it is  safe for solo riders to bring their own bike and join the group if they are a good rider. The group departure has an experienced tour marshal along with a mechanic and a backup vehicle. Thus, you can enjoy this adventure with maximum safety.

• Yes, there will be an experienced tour marshal during the entire trip.

• Please read the product detail page carefully for things to carry for the trip.

• The best time to visit for a Ladakh Bike Trip is from May to October, during this time all the winter snow starts melting resulting in clear and dry roads. Autumn and summer are the best time, as there are a lot of festival celebrations in the town, which makes it more appealing for tourists.

• Yes, there are age & weight restrictions for this trip. The age limit is 18 to 50. The weight limit is 50 to 100 Kgs if there is no medical history or condition involved. Please consult your doctor before visiting the trip.

• The accommodations will be provided in standard hotels/ guest houses and camps on Single/twin/ triple sharing basis of your selection.

• Breakfast and dinner are included in the trip from Dinner on Day 01 to Breakfast on Day 09.

• If you are a frequent bike rider, then this trip is perfect for you. If you are not a rider, then you can join the trip as a pillion with your rider partner or get a seat on a backup vehicle.

• Every day you will be doing a ride of minimum 5 to 6 hours and it may extend depending on the cumulative speed of the group and halts taken during the trip.

• You can enjoy river rafting, camping, double humped camel ride and ATV rides during this trip at your expense. It is not a part of the package being offered.

• If you are going for this expedition during the month of Jan to March, you may experience snow on the trail. In the summer, the snow melts completely and the weather is bright and sunny.

Below are the additional charges that may incur and are not included in the package cost:

•  A refundable security deposit of INR 10,000 in cash will have to be paid on arrival to the vendor partner for the Bike.
• Personal expenses
• Any detours that you may take or places that you visit which are not a part of the itinerary.
• Entry fees of any attractions.

• For riders with their own bikes, all the documents related to the vehicle are mandatory like insurance, RC and Driving license a valid Id & address proof. For other riders, id proof and valid driving license is required.
• The local permits required will be arranged by our vendor partner however a valid Id proof & address proof, the booking voucher along with your declaration form is required.

The best way to reach Manali is by Bus. Manali is very well connected with all the major tourist destinations, and you can easily get a bus from Delhi to Manali. You can get state-organized buses or private travel buses. The duration for the same is 12 -13 hours.

• Full Refund– If cancelled before 15 days of scheduled departure
• No Refund– If cancelled less than 15 days of scheduled departure

If participants are unable to or refuse to go through with the experience at site, no refund will be applicable.

To avoid inconvenience to other travelers, the expedition will continue in such case and participant will have to make their own arrangements, if they continue their stay.

• The payment policy is 100% at booking.

• In case of extreme bad weather, government restriction or political disturbance, if any activity is cancelled; then the operator will suggest the best possible alternative. However, a cash refund is not applicable. In case of a change in itinerary due to weather, any additional expenses must be borne by the traveler.

• AMS or Acute Mountain Sickness is caused by the quick exposure to low oxygen levels at high altitude. Symptoms of AMS include nausea, fatigue, rapid heart rate and headache to name a few.
• In case of any symptoms, please inform your tour marshal immediately, if there is any discomfort and oxygen levels drop, Backup oxygen cylinder is provided as an immediate relief and the customer is taken to the nearest hospital and moved to a lower altitude region. Once the doctor certifies that you are fit to travel, you can resume the trip or you will be advised to travel back home.

• Any changes in your schedule pertaining to airlines or transportation will result in a change in the entire itinerary. The operator will suggest the best alternative possible in this case. However, a refund for any missed inclusions will not be provided and any extra cost incurred to rearrange the itinerary will be borne by the traveller.

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