Manali-Leh-Srinagar Bike Ride 2024
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Trip Overview
Take a complete package of experiencing enchanting beauty as you book this Manali-Leh-Srinagar bike tour of 9 nights/10 days. Let your soul escape into the serene and purely natural surroundings to have a memorable break. This ride takes you across many attractive sights in Srinagar, Ladakh, and Manali.
Highlights
- The best of two valleys—Himachal and the Kashmir Valley
- Cross the Zozila pass and see the beautiful Srinagar
- Travel through many mountain passes
- Stay at the deluxe camps in Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake
- Experienced road captain and a backup vehicle throughout the ride
Route: Manali - Jispa - Sarchu - Leh - Nubra - Siachin - Pangong - Leh - Kargil - Srinagar
Why choose this?
- No Hidden Costs: All-inclusive price with no hassle of paying on multiple occasions during the trip.
- Fixed Departures: All available dates on the calendar are bookable.
- Premium Stays: All accommodations during the ride are in comfortable hotels and deluxe camps. All with an attached washroom.
- Bike Rent and Fuel: For rented bike options, bike rent, as well as fuel, is included in the price.
- All Permits and Fees: No hassle of paying permit fees, entry fees, or wildlife fees during your ride. It's all included in the price.
Detailed Overview
Still thinking about planning out your bike trip? Take our help with this Manali-Leh-Srinagar bike tour, which will assure you the best travel memories. The tour begins in Manali and proceeds with a 3-day ride to reach Leh. During the ride, you will cover the Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake to camp at the banks of this serene blue lake.
From Leh, the ride will continue to Kargil and Srinagar, which will be the last leg of the ride.
In this tour, you will be riding through one of the most beautiful yet remote places existing across the globe. You will be accompanied by an experienced road captain and a fully equipped backup vehicle to prevent any glitches. So put on the helmet and get ready to capture the best memories of your life.
Brief Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrive, Manali, Briefing
- Day 2: Manali To Jispa or Sarchu
- Day 3: Jispa / Sarchu To Leh
- Day 4: Leh To Nubra Valley
- Day 5: Nubra To Siachen or Turtuk To Nubra
- Day 6 - Nubra Valley To Pangong Lake
- Day 7 - Pangong To Leh
- Day 8: Leh To Kargil
- Day 9: Kargil To Srinagar
- Day 10: Check out from Srinagar after Breakfast
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Kullu-Manali
- Reach Kullu-Manali and check-in to well-arranged accommodation in guesthouses or hotels.
- Go for some local sightseeing (expenses are not included in the tour).
- Take part in an orientation process and a Leh ride briefing.
Day 2: Ride from Manali to Jispa
- The ride from Manali to Jispa takes bikers through the breathtaking Rohtang Pass, offering panoramic views of the Himalayan landscape. Jispa, nestled along the banks of the Bhaga River, provides a serene stopover with its scenic beauty, making it a popular destination for those embarking on the Manali-Leh Highway journey.
Day 3: Ride from Jispa to Sarchu to Leh
- On day 3, you will be riding from Jispa to Sarchu. En route to Sarchu, you will cross the Zing Zing Bar, Baralacha La-16040 Ft., and Killing Sarai.
- Visit Suraj Taal and Deepak Taal, two breath-taking lakes in the Lahaul and Spiti regions. For the night, stay at the camps or guest home in Sarchu. Enjoy the stay in the valley.
Day 4: Leh to Nubra Valley (250 km, 9/10 hours)
- The ride to Leh will begin in the early morning.
- Today's route will go through crossing about 22 Gata loops (hairpin turns), 45 km of Pang ground, and Tanglang La, which is the 10th highest motorable pass in the world.
- On arrival in Leh, check-in at a hotel pre-booked for the group and take a rest.
- The overnight stay will be in a hotel in Leh.
Day 5: Nubra To Siachen/Turtuk To Nubra (160 km | 2/3 hours ride)
- On day 5, you will be assigned your bikes and will be riding to the famous Nubra Valley.
- The road to the Nubra Valley will take you across what is claimed to be the highest motorable road on earth, Khardung La.
- Overnight stays would be arranged near Nubra Valley.
Day 6: Nubra Valley To Pangong Lake (160 km | 4/6 hours ride)
- On the sixth day, you would be riding from Nubra to Turtuk. Turtuk was occupied by Pakistan till 1971.
- Turtuk is the last village prior to the LoC and is a beauty on its own, absolutely stunning.
- After the tour of Turtuk, you would be riding back to Nubra Valley for an overnight stay.
Day 7: Pangong To Leh (161 km | 8/10 hours ride)
- Take on an off-roading adventure to Pangong Lake. You will also visit Shyok Village.
- On arrival, enjoy the overnight camping experience near the enchanting blue lake.
Day 8: Leh To Kargil (160 km | 5/6 hours ride)
- Head back to Leh and stop by the famous school from the Bollywood movie '3 Idiots' and Shanti Stupa.
- You will cross the second highest pass on this day, Chang La, and also Tsoltak, a small high mountain lake.
- After your arrival in Leh, overnight stays will be arranged for you.
Day 9: Kargil To Srinagar (215 km, 7/8 hours ride)
- Enjoy your morning breakfast and then hit the road. En route to Kargil, visit the Buddhist monastery of Lamayuru and cross the Fotu La.
- Before reaching Kargil, cross the Hambuting La by late afternoon and stay overnight in Kargil.
Day 10: Check out from Srinagar
- After breakfast at Srinagar, check-out from the Srinagar hotel. Your trip ends here.
Basic Details
Inclusions
- Royal Enfield Himalayan with helmets for rider and pillion
- Accommodation on Triple Sharing Basis; for couple - twin sharing
- Daily Breakfast ( From Day – 2 to Day – 10)
- Daily Dinner (From Day – 1 to Day – 9)
- Backup Vehicle/ luggage van for 01 rucksack bag per person (Trolley not allowed)
- Mechanical Support
- Group Leader
- All Inner Line Permits/ Green tribunal permit.
- Oxygen Cylinder with general First Aid
- Wildlife Fee and Environmental Fee
- Motorbike Fuel for the complete trip as per the itinerary with rented bike
- Transport in an MUV like Tempo Traveller / Innova / Xylo / Scorpio / Backup Van / Similar from Day 01 to Day 9 as per the group size.
- 1 Bon Fire
- Riding Gears for rider (Knee pads and Elbow guards)
Exclusions
- Any Transportation to Manali
- Personal expenses like Telephone, Laundry, Tips and Table Drinks etc.
- Any type of insurance-Medical, Accidental, theft
- Any Airfare / Rail fare other than what in mentioned in “Inclusions”
- Airport, Railway station or Bus stop pick up or drop
- Cost of any spare part which will be used due to the accidental damage incurred when the motorbike is in rider’s possession.
- Cost incurred to transfer or tow the motorbike in case it is dropped on the way.
- Vehicle servicing or maintenance cost(if own bike)
- Any lunch and other meals not mentioned in package inclusions
- Security deposit per motorbike of Rs. 5,000/- . As per the deposit policy (This is refundable at the end of the trip if there is no damage or spare parts used.)
- Parking and monument entry fees during sightseeing.
- Any cost incurred due to extension,change of itinerary due to natural calamities,road, blocks,vehicle breakdown, union issues and factors beyond our control
- Anything that is not mentioned in the Inclusion sections
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Important Information
- All riders must be 18 years of age or older
- Members below 16 years of age are not permitted to travel on the bike as pillion. They can travel in SUV/Traveller.
- Kids below 3 years of age are not recommended to join the trip.
- A valid Driving License is mandatory for the rider.
- Own Bike option is where riders will be getting their self-owned bike (bike should be registered in your name or on blood relative) - Transportation/transfer cost and road support to reach the reporting location are not included in the price.
- The customer is liable to pay any repair cost for any damage made of the rental bike.
- In case the road is closed to Khardung La or Nubra to Pangong and not safe for bikes then transfers to Leh-Khardung La-Nubra-Pangong Leh circuit will be done on Traveler/SUV at no extra cost.
- If there are any additional expenses due to bad weather or any other reason beyond the control of the tour operator on account of hotel stay, transportation, and meals etc. extra bill will be raised. Neither Trodly nor the participating suppliers/hotels will be responsible for the additional expenses.
- If any member wishes to leave in-between the tour then he/she has to pay the cost for transportation of bike from point of leaving the tour till Manali/Srinagar drop ie Rs.10,000 per bike.
Things to Pack
- Mandatory Documents
- 2 Copies of this itinerary.
- Valid photo ID for each member.
- 2 passport size photograph.
- Valid driving license (for riders).
- Clothing and Gears
- Riders Down Jacket, Lower, ankle length waterproof shoes (gumboots) with the good grip and thick sole, gumboots.
- Heavy Woolen Clothing including woollen socks (Severe Cold / Snow)
- Windproof Woolen Hand Gloves (Severe Cold / Snow), Raincover, Ponchos
- At least 2 pairs of thermal.
- Hats / Caps
- Sunscreen lotion (SPF 50 or greater) or Sunblock
- 2-3 Extra Shorts,
- An extra slipper and an extra towel for backpack
- Long-sleeved over a shirt and a thin pair of pants as the night gets a bit cold
- Riding gloves, cap, muffler, balaclava, socks woollen and cotton 5-6 pairs.
- Elastic bungee to tie stuff on the motorcycle if required.
- One 60L backpack with rain cover.
- UV sunglasses for bike riding/extra spectacles with cover if you wear one.
- Handy torch.
- Hand Sanitiser (Dettol, Lifebuoy) – Recommended.
- Small water bottle, 1 Ltr - 2 units.
- Chocolates, toffees, chips, chewing gums, mouth freshener, dry fruits etc.
- Personal toiletry kit - Toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, tissue papers, hair oil, moisturising cream, cold cream, lip balm.
- Mobile & amp; Mobile Charger, Power bank. No Networks are available during Manali Leh Srinagar Highway. Limited connectivity in Leh. No connectivity in Ladakh-Nubra/Pangong/Shyam Valley.
Cancellation Policy
- Full refund if cancelled before* 30 days
- 50% refund if cancelled before 7 days
- No refund after that
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes fuel cost is included as per itinerary in all rented bike options. If you are bringing your own bike then fuel cost is not included in own bike package.
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At all places of stay there will be attached bathroom with running water. Either running hot water or hot water on request would be available at all places except Sarchu.
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You may select the tour depending upon your date of travel, number of days and mode of travel (more importantly). If you are looking for a group departure for a bike trip then make sure that you are spending time at the locations mentioned in the itinerary (some of the important places to stay is Hunder/Diskit in Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake). Make sure the group really has a backup vehicle with a mechanic and should carry your luggage, extra fuel and bike in case of break down. Most importantly make sure that you are getting assured departure, many a time people waste days and money because trip organisers don\'t start the trip because of their faulty operations.
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t is good to keep at least 10 to 12 days in hand for a Leh Ladakh bike trip. You don\'t want to rush everything.
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It is not advisable to do this ride with a kid below 8 years. If travelling with kids then you can choose the SUV option. People travel to Leh with their kids from all parts of the world. Every individual immunity is different, taking rest to get acclimatize is the best option when coming by flight in the high altitude. Things to keep in mind when travelling with kids is to keep when hydrated and not try to force feed if baby\'s appetite is low. That said, Leh city has medical facilities in case some medical assistance is needed.
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On an average we would travel about 6-7 hrs each day or less. On few stretches like Sarchu-Manali we would travel for about 10 hours. On an average, we will be riding 150 km per day.
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Foreigners would have to pay INR 500 extra towards the Inner Line Permit to visit Pangong, Nubra, Tso Moriri or other restricted areas. Fee includes Environment & Wildlife fee. For Indian Nationals permits fee and other fees are included in the price.
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Manali is well connected with Delhi and Chandigarh. Best way to reach Kullu or Manali is via overnight bus from Delhi/Chandigarh. You can take semi-sleeper Volvo AC buses or normal sleeper buses. The bus journey take 11-13 hours to reach Kullu and a further 1 hour to reach Manali. Tickets should be booked online. We suggest you choose government run buses such as HPTDC and HRTC as they are seldom late and run as per schedule.
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Manali Leh highway usually opens in first or second week of June and remains open for about five months. Manali to Leh road usually gets closed from September end or early October depending upon weather conditions that particular year.
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Once Manali Leh Highway is officially open, it is quite safe to travel and roads gets better and better till September as BRO keeps repairing bad stretches. In terms of safety your preparation, following safety guidelines and the weather plays an important role too.
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The Manali-Leh route has some of the world\'s highest mountain passes. The five mountain passes that you would be crossing on journey to Leh from Manali are Rohtang Pass, Baralacha La, Nakeela Pass, Lachulung La Pass and Tanglang La Pass.
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Meet-up Information/Reporting Point
- Volvo bus stand, Majnu Ka Tila, Volvo near Majnu Ka Tilla, New Aruna Nagar, Delhi
- The exact reporting address in Kullu-Manali, the local contact person details and phone number will be shared in the booking voucher, sent on your registered email.
₹ 27750 Per Person
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