12N/13D Delhi | Leh – Bike Expedition

• Brace yourself as we commence our Dream Ride for Amritsar, also known as the holy city of Sikhs. During this smooth ride, we will see places like Murthal, aka the popular Dhaba, Kurukshetra – the land that witnessed the epic Mahabharata battle, and Ludhiana, the industrial city located in Punjab.

• Dedicate this day to the ever-so-scenic winter capital of Jammu & Kashmir, Jammu. After our Delhi to Amritsar stretch, we start our journey from Amritsar to Jammu and enter the foothills of the mighty Himalayas. We will cross Gurdaspur, where Guru Nanak ji spent his last days, before heading to Pakistan Ravi River.

• Fill up your stomach with breakfast; the mountains are calling! Today, we will map the road from Jammu to Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir U.T. It will be a day filled with majestic views of the Jhelum river – one of the five rivers flowing through the Punjab Region Jawahar Tunnel.

• Kargil is the name that echoes pride and valour. It is an exciting day as we enter the Ladakh region and approach Kargil. On our ride, we will cross picturesque spots and valleys. One of them is the surreal Sonmarg, the Meadow of Gold, adorned by snowy mountains and deep blue skies. Taking your breath away, there will be the Zoji La elevation with an 11,570 ft demeanour and then we cover Dras, locally known as Himababs. The town holds the tag of the second coldest inhabited place in the world.   After we cross Kargil War Memorial that commemorates the 1999 Kargil War, be ready to call it a day.

• Today is definitely a day to check off  an item off your bucket list. Yes, we are leaving for Leh, the main attraction of our trip. But before we reach there, our ride will introduce us to an amalgamation of panoramic views such as, the astounding 12,139 ft. grand Namika La, lovingly known as the pillar of sky passes, ornamenting the Zanskar Range. Behold the very striking Fotu La! It is the highest point on the Srinagar-Leh Highway, with a height of 13,478 ft., and it is bound to compel you with its Instagram worthy frames.

• Roam around and have fun while you are in the city. This mesmerising location has many attractions waiting for you, like, Leh Palace, Shey Palace, Shanti Stupa, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Hall of Fame, Sangam, and Magnetic Hill. Spend the day sight-seeing and shopping in the local markets. Here comes a little bit of rest for you.

• We are heading towards Nubra Valley and  we have got one of the highest motorable roads in the world to cover. On our way to the final destination, we will view places like Khardung La (18,380 ft), which will reward your patience in the most mesmerising way, North Pullu Permit check-post, where we will have lunch, and Khalsar, a village located at the banks of river Shyok. Have a playtime in the scintillating dunes of Hunder with activities like camel rides and ATV rides.

• We are leaving for Pangong Tso after breakfast. Pangong is one of the most stunning places in Ladakh. We will see places like Agham, a halting spot, Wari La pass, and Durbok – wrapping it up for some time to have lunch. Most of our ride will be chit-chatting with the Shyok river while biking alongside it.

• The chills of the morning are here to test us to the limits, but the scenic Pangong Tso is worth waking up to. We will leave early to reach Leh at the earliest and spend the afternoon shopping around. We will see places like Changla Pass (17,590 ft), the second-highest pass in the world. And then, will come the scrumptious lunch break, ending the day early.

• We will leave for Sarchu after breakfast where  our journey back home will begin. It will be a beautiful departure as the serene Leh will bid farewell with its magnificent views and soul-refreshing winds. On our way home, we will see places like Tanglang La (17,480 ft), the highest elevation on the Leh-Manali highway, more Plainsat the height of 15,550 ft. as we pass by, Lachulung La (16,600 ft.) that is located on the north border of Himachal, Nakee La (15,547 ft.) and Gata loops – a stellar amalgamation of 21 hairpin bends.

• We are leaving for Manali, Himachal Pradesh. We will come across places like Baralacha La (16,040 ft), our first pass in Himachal after Leh, Jispa, a town from where the tree-line zone begins and the very famous Rohtang La (13,050 ft.) that takes people to the Kullu valley.

• Today is all about journeying towards the plains and reaching Chandigarh. As we arrive there by evening, behold the best towns that the ride has to offer, like Mandi – one of the most significant towns in Himachal and Bilaspur that takes pride in being home to Gobind Sagar Lake.

• We will start the last day of our Ladakh package from Chandigarh As we are already delving deep into nostalgia, let’s remember the days we stitched together to make memories. These memories are a promise to travel back to the marvellous Leh again.

• 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. In order 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 absolutely 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 as long as 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 13.

• 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. In order 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 traveler.

• In case of any query/complaint you can contact us.

• In case of any modification required you can contact us.

• For discounts on group booking, please contact us.