Brief Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival at Srinagar - Overnight stay at Srinagar. - Day 2
Srinagar to Kargil - Overnight stay at Kargil. - Day 3
Kargil to Leh - Overnight stay at Leh. - Day 4
Visit Hall of fame, Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace, Magnetic hills and Pathar Sahib Gurudwara - Overnight stay at Leh. - Day 5
Leh to Nubra Valley over Khardung La - Overnight stay at Diskit. - Day 6
Nubra Valley to Turtuk to Nubra Valley - Overnight stay at Diskit. - Day 7
Nubra Valley to Pangong Tso via Shyok Valley - Overnight stay at Pangong Tso. - Day 8
Pangong Tso to Tso Moriri - Overnight stay at Karzok. - Day 9
Tso Moriri to Sarchu - Overnight stay at Sarchu. - Day 10
Sarchu to Manali via Rohtang Pass - Overnight stay at Manali. - Day 11
Manali Local Sightseeing - Departure for Delhi. - Day 12
Reach Delhi by morning.
Batches Available
- 05th June – 16th June
- 09th June – 20th June
- 26th June – 07th July
- 17th July – 28th July
- 07th August – 18th August
- 28th August – 08th September
Departure Location | Departure Time | Trip Duration |
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Srinagar | 02:30 PM | 10 Nights/11 Days |
Day 1
- Arrive at Srinagar Airport and reach Dal Lake.
- Upon reaching Dal Lake, you’ll be greeted by our team captain.
- Check In to the houseboat, freshen up and relax.
- You can go for Shikara Ride on Dal Lake.
- You can explore Srinagar market for some shopping.
- Dinner followed by a briefing for the next day & overnight sleep.
Day 2
- Wake up early morning and post breakfast depart for Kargil.
- Enroute visit Sonmarg.
- Then head towards Drass, the coldest inhabited place in India & often called as Gateway to Ladakh, via the Zoji La Pass.
- After lunch break, continue your journey to Kargil.
- Arrive at Kargil & check in to the hotel.
- Dinner & Sleep Overnight.
Day 3
- Wake up early morning & post breakfast start your journey to Leh.
- Drive from Kargil to Lamayuru via Mulbek, Namika La and Fotu La.
- From Lamayuru, Leh is approximately 125km that passes through Hangroo Loops and Nimmu.
- Reach Leh by evening & check in to the hotel.
- Dinner & Sleep Overnight.
Day 4
- Wake Up & have breakfast at the hotel.
- Post breakfast head for the local sightseeing of Leh.
- Places to Visit – Hall of Fame, Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace, Magnetic hills and Pathar Sahib Gurudwara
- Evening free for leisure and acclimatization.
- Explore the local Leh Market and some cafes around.
- Come back to the hotel by evening.
- Dinner & sleep overnight.
Day 5
- After breakfast in the morning, head to Nubra Valley Khardung-La(Highest motorable road at 5359 mt).
- Nubra Valley is popularly known as Ldorma or the valley of flowers. It is situated to the north of Ladakh between the Karakoram and Ladakh ranges of the Himalayas.
- Check in to the hotel and visit the Sand Dunes (cold deserts of India), take a camel safari (self-paid).
- Visit the Diskit village and the Monastery around.
- Come back to the hotel by evening, dinner and sleep overnight.
Day 6
- Wake up to a beautiful sunrise.
- Post breakfast depart for Turtuk, a remote village of about 4,000 residents inhabited by ethnic Muslims, a few kilometers from the ‘Line Of Control’ (the de facto border) between India and Pakistan, on the Indian side.
- Turtuk is the penultimate village open to foreign tourists before Pakistan.
- Spend some time in the pristine landscapes of Turtuk Village.
- Come back to Diskit by evening.
- Dinner & Sleep Overnight.
Day 7
- After breakfast check out , start your journey to the famous Pangong Tso via the Agam and Shyok villages.
- Pangong Tso which is perhaps one of the most amazing lakes in Asia changes its color 4 – 5 times a day.
- The Pangong Lake or “lake of the great hollow” is considered as the largest lake in Asia. The water is clearer though salty.
- The Crystal-clear salty water shines in many shades of blue depending upon its depth. It literally changes shades with sunlight.
- With a backdrop of mountains of various hues and colors, it is a sight for the Gods. At an elevation of 4300 meters, the air is cool even in summers at Ladakh.
- Pangong Lake is about 4 km wide on average and at least 136 Km long. The extent of the known portion is, therefore, upwards of 250 square miles (400 sq. km)
- Reach Pangong Lake & check in to the campsite.
- Dinner & sleep overnight.
Day 8
- Wake up early morning to a mesmerizing view of the lake.
- Post breakfast depart for Tso Moriri Lake.
- Today’s journey will take you to one of the less approached places in Ladakh region.
- Reach Tso Moriri Lake & witness the magical beauty. It’s one of the highest freshwater lakes in the world.
- Check in to your camps at Karzok. Dinner & Sleep Overnight.
Day 9
- Wake up early morning & post breakfast depart for Sarchu.
- Today first you’ll witness a flattened straight road about 30km long at Moore Plains.
- After lunch at Pang, we’ll encounter – Lachung La(5065m) & Nakee La(4739m).
- Just before Sarchu we’ll be greeted with Gata Loops(21 hairpin bends at 4669m).
- Reach Sarchu & check in to the camps.
- Dinner & sleep overnight under million stars.
Day 10
- Wake up early morning & depart for the long ride post breakfast.
- Drive over Baralacha-La(4892 m) which is one of the most challenging passes among other passes on Leh Manali Highway, & offers breathtaking panoramic views.
- Just on top of Baralacha La is a small lake Suraj Tal.
- Drive through Zingzing Bar, Patsio, Darcha & over Rohtang La(3970m) to reach Manali.
- Check in to the hotel. Dinner & Sleep Overnight.
Day 11
- Wake up lazy and post breakfast you can head out for local sightseeing of Manali.
- Places you can visit – Hidimba Devi Temple, Jogni Waterfall, Vashisht Temple, Mall Road.
- Spend some time in the magical streets of Old Manali, cafe hopping.
- Depart for Delhi by evening.
- Reach Delhi next day(Day 12) with amazing trip memories.
NOTE: Numerous factors such as weather, road conditions, the physical ability of participants etc. May cause itinerary change. We reserve the rights to change any schedule in the interest of safety, comfort and general wellbeing.
Note: All the riders are required to wear a riding jacket(won’t be provided by us) at all the times they are riding the bike, else won’t be allowed to ride the bike.
Inclusions
- Volvo transfer from Manali to Delhi.
- Bike Rent for 9 days (For Biking Option)
- Fuel for the bike(Srinagar to Manali)
- Entire travel from Srinagar to Manali by tempo traveler/cab (For Tempo Traveler Option)
- Stay for 10 nights – 1 night in a houseboat at Srinagar, 1 night in a hotel at Kargil, 2 nights in a hotel at Leh, 2 nights in a hotel at Diskit, 1 night in camps at Pangong Tso, 1 night in camps at Karzok, 1 night in camps at Sarchu & 1 night in a hotel at Manali on triple/quad sharing basis
- A total of 19 meals – 1 meal Day 1 (B) + 2 meals Day 2 (B+D) + 2 meals Day 3 (B+D) + 2 meals Day 4 (B+D) + 2 meals Day 5 (B+D) + 2 meals Day 6 (B+D) + 2 meals Day 7 (B+D) + 2 meals Day 8 (B+D) + 2 meals Day 9 (B+D) + 1 meal Day 10 (B) + 1 meal Day11 (B)
- Mechanical Backup
- All inner line permits for the trip
- Driver Night Charges, Toll Tax, Parking Charges, etc.
- Team Captain throughout the trip
- An Oxygen Cylinder 24X7 in the car in case of emergency
- Riding Gears – Helmet, Gloves, Elbow Guards, Knee Pads (Though it is recommended you carry your own helmet for comfort)
Exclusions
- GST (5%) is applicable extra.
- Any kind of food or beverage that is not included in the package like alcoholic drinks, mineral water, meals/refreshments/lunches on the highway.
- Any personal expenses like a tip to the drivers, entry to monuments/monasteries, camera/video camera charges, camel safari, river rafting, laundry, telephone bills, tips, etc
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides, roadblocks etc. (to be borne directly by the customer on the spot)
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
- Any damage to the bike except engine damage must be borne by the client.
Note: INR 10,000/- needs to be submitted as security for the bike before the start of the trip. Any damage to the bike, except engine damage, has to be borne directly by the client.
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Must Carry
- Authentic Government ID Card
- Comfortable warm clothing like woolen socks, cap, fleece jackets or warmers, down jacket, toiletries.
- Sunscreen & lip balm, Good U/V protection sunglasses
- Personal Medicines (if any) & few medicines for altitude sickness (a must)
- Power Banks (No Electricity at Sarchu, Pangong Tso & Jispa)
- Only post-paid numbers will work in Leh City & apart from that most of the area is no network zone
Cancellation Policy
No Refund shall be made with respect to the initial booking amount for any cancellations. However
- If cancellations are made 30 days before the start date of the trip, 50% of the trip cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- If cancellations are made 15-30 days before the start date of the trip, 75% of the trip cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- If cancellations are made within 0-15 days before the start date of the trip, 100% of the trip cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- In the case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be canceled and in such cases, the operator will try his best to provide an alternate feasible activity. However, no refund will be provided for the same.
Things to Carry
Gear and Extra:
• A rucksack bag and a day pack.
• 3-liter water bladder or water bottle
Clothes:
• A sun cap and a woolen cap
• UV protected sunglasses
• At least 1 pair of inner thermals
• One cotton long sleeves and 2 short sleeve t-shirt
• 1 flees jacket
• 1 heavy Thick jacket/down jacket
• 1 pair of gloves
• At least 2 long pants (trek pants and cargo pants are favorable)
• 4 sets of undergarments
• 2 pair of socks
• A small towel
• A rain jacket or a poncho
Footwear:
• Above-the-ankle waterproof and breathable hiking boots with good grip
• Flip flops/sandals
Medications:
• One strip of Diamox
• Glucose powder
• medicines for headaches, diarrhea, motion and altitude sickness
• Dettol
• Bandages
• Cotton
• Sprain relief spray
• Crepe bandage
• Any personal medication advised by the doctor
Personal & accessories:
• Toothpaste, toothbrush
• Paper soap, or sanitizer
• Sunscreen minimum of spf40 , lip balm, cold creams
• Body spray
• Led torch light
Ladakh Road trip is not just another destination in a traveller’s bucket list, but it is a dream in itself. A bike trip to Ladakh doesn’t create stories, it creates CHRONICLES! Ladakh is a poet’s best poem, a painter’s best painting and a photographer’s best muse. As the altitude rises, the landscapes en route to Ladakh change like shots of a motion picture. The mighty Himalayan Mountains, pristine glacier lakes and beautiful valleys together make Ladakh for the nature’s wonder that it is. Always keeping you high on adrenaline, an adventure trip to Ladakh through the world’s highest passes rewards you with the most breathtaking views you could ever imagine.
One thing that’s extremely important is the culture & people of the place. Ladakh is home to one of the most hospitable tribes in the World. Their colorful and peace-loving culture will make you fall in love with the localites instantaneously! We suggest that you savour Ladakhi food while you are there because you won’t get that yummy food anywhere else in the World.
Watching your vehicle defy the laws of gravity at the Magnetic Hill, zooming through the treacherous Gata Loops, or riding through KhardungLa Pas, a trip to Ladakh is the ultimate adventure you can think of. While biking has been a popular activity, there’s a new addition in the list of ‘things to do in Ladakh’! It is to get a picture clicked on the famous ‘Yellow Scooter’ at the panoramic Pangong Lake.
So for how long are you just gonna read about the wonders of Ladakh? It’s time to tick these activities off your bucket list with WanderOn’s Leh Ladakh Package for 2021! Go on and create your own Ladakh Chronicles!