For those seeking to experience nature's grandeur in all of its unadulterated glory, Leh Ladakh is a thrilling vacation spot for solo travelers, groups of friends, and families. Smooth tarmac and water streams are drawn against bare mountains in Leh Ladakh's environment. Because of its high altitude and a dry weather, the region is extremely lucrative. Leh Ladakh has in store for you crossing high passes, kissing unexpected weather, and enjoying smooth and off-roading combined. So, if you have the courage, travel to Ladakh and start this experience that will change your life. Shanti Stupa, Shey and Thikshey monasteries, the Sangam point of the Zanskar and Indus rivers, the world's highest altitude river rafting, a double-hump camel ride in the tranquil Nubra Valley are just a few of the extraordinary locations and activities you may take part in here. Visiting the place in an SUV, makes it even better as you are able to enjoy the beauty from the comfort of your vehicle. The trip is made hassle free as you don't have to think about accommodations, travel, road taxes, food, parking charges, state tolls etc. Apart from this itinerary, there are other packages where you can enjoy the shorter circuit trip of Ladakh, approaching from Manali and exiting from Srinagar and vice versa, which add to the adrenaline rush as you encounter the mammoth highways leading to Leh. Tiring yet satisfying is the journey to Leh and you always create memories for lifetime. We curate tours to live our tagline – Turning Journeys Into Memories. Connect with us through our SMPs or DM or whatsapp us at +91 705 300 7000 for embarking this road on our fixed departure dates or for a customized tour for you and your loved ones.
The day you arrive in Leh is crucial because you should have enough rest during the day to adjust to the high altitude you have just reached. This will assist you in preventing the onset of severe AMS symptoms over the remainder of your journey. We would shift you to the hotel after picking you up at the airport. You can take a quick local excursion in the evening, to Shanti Stupa and Leh Palace, a 450-year-old palace complex, after getting a decent sleep. You can also take a stroll through the marketplace and sample regional cuisines, shop for regional crafts, and buy prayer flags.
The journey directs you toward Leh's Sham Valley side on the second day. Your first pit stop would be at the Sangam point, which is about 30 kilometers from Leh city. Waters of the Indus and Zanskar rivers are chilly and clearly colored. You can enjoy high altitude river rafting here. Spend some quality time here and then depart in the direction of Leh. Stop at Magnetic Hill on the way home to see a natural phenomenon that defies physics. Visit the Gurudwara Pathar Sahib next and offer prayers. Proceed to the Hall of Fame at the end. This museum honors the battles waged for the nation. After the day well spent, proceed towards your hotel, have your dinner and take a good sleep.
As you take on the third day journey, you will find a lush, picturesque gem, Nubra Valley is tucked away in the upper reaches. It is an oasis in this high-altitude, chilly, desolate region of the Himalayas, and its unparalleled beauty provides a sense of respite. You will soon feel the coolness in the air as you leave Leh and begin traveling towards Khardung La, the first high pass of the route. Stop for a moment at Khardung La, click some beautiful pictures and then start descending. Expect some raw, shape-shifting beauty of the sand dunes along the journey. Visit the Diskit monastery en route, then relax and have some fun in the valley. ATV rides, Double humped Bactrian camel rides, and other adventure activities are available. After a busy yet productive day, check into your camps and enjoy the day off.
As you begin to go from the lush grasslands of Nubra to the azure waters of Pangong, the fourth day may end up being the most exhilarating of the trip. It could be difficult to get from Nubra to Pangong since you might have to cross some water streams. Start early to prevent such occurrences. The highway you choose would follow the raging Shyok River. Before the magnificent grandeur of Pangong Lake takes your breath away, you can stop for a quick break in Durbuk or Tangste. Your speed will undoubtedly increase as you catch your first glimpse of the lake, which will occur as you draw closer. Check into the camp after arriving to the Pangong Lake side, and enjoy the rest of the day clicking and laying along the bank of the lake. Notice how the colour of the water changes its shade as the day passes. You can also view the galaxy in the dark night sky. Rest well, have a good and comfortable sleep in your camps.
The retreat and the fifth day of your tour, fall on this day. Start the day by traveling on the same road, you used while going to Pangong from Nubra, and return to Leh. You take a detour at Durbuk and turn towards Chang La, which is yet another difficult mountain pass. Take a quick rest at Chang La and let the stark black and white contrast surround you before kicking back and traveling towards Karu on the downhill side. Take another break and unwind for a time at Karu. Visit the Thikshey and Shey monasteries and Rancho School, made famous by the Three Idiots, while traveling from Karu to Leh. Return to your Leh hotel by evening and call it a day. You have the evening at your disposal. After your meals, recollect the sweet memories of all the 5 days spent in Leh, as you depart the day after.
Today is the day that we separate ways and bid each other farewell till our next meet. As we make preparations to drop you to the Leh airport, check out of your hotel. We come to the end of the journey here, creating many happy memories.
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Q. What is the best time for Leh Ladakh Road Trip?
A. The best time to accomplish a road trip to Leh Ladakh is from June to September. This is so because, both the routes, i.e. Srinagar via Kargil and Manali via Rohtang Pass are open during these months, owing to less snow and clear weather.
Q. My vehicle is registered outside of J&K or Leh Ladakh. So, do I need any special permission for riding or driving in my vehicle during this trip?
A. No, you do not need any special permission to take the road trip to Leh Ladakh with your own vehicle, as long as the vehicle is registered on your name and you are carrying original Registration Certificate, PUC and insurance documents with you. Please note that soft copies of these documents may not be acceptable at certain places.
Q. What kind of roads can we expect to experience during this Leh Ladakh road trip?
A. On this trip to Leh Ladakh, one experiences all kind of roads. You will get a privilege to ride on excellent tarmac roads, high pass roads, hair pin bends, off roading and riding even in waters streams.
Q. What will be the minimum and maximum size of each batch?
A. We generally follow a policy of taking minimum 5 people.
Q. Being on such heights, can we face lack of oxygen or any such related medical condition?
A. Generally, with an increase in altitude, level of atmospheric oxygen starts to dip. This becomes highly evident at altitudes of places such as Leh Ladakh. You may face challenges with normal breathing or a medical condition termed as Altitude Sickness or Acute Mountain Sickness. We do keep oxygen cylinders with us for severe conditions that may arise occasionally. But, it is pretty easy to tackle this situation. Follow some basic rules like:
Q. Are there any meals included in this bike trip to Leh Ladakh?
A. Yes. The tour cost is inclusive of all breakfasts & dinners for the entire length of the tour package.
Q. Can you brief us on the accommodation facilities?
A. The accommodation is provided to you in both, hotels and tents, depending upon the place of stay. Manali and Leh have hotel accommodations. Hotel preference is yours. We generally provide accommodations in Deluxe or 3 start hotels. Jispa, Sarchu, Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake have comfortable tent accommodations.
Q. In case of accommodations in tents, what type of tent you provide? Are they waterproof? Are bed sheets, pillows, sleeping bags etc. provided? Do such locations have attached washrooms or common ones?
A. Tent accommodations are provided in either luxurious camps with bed or Swiss cottage type tents, which are completely waterproof which comprise of master bed room with attached washroom.
Q. My girlfriend also wants to join. So I am bit worried about safety and also washroom facilities during daytime. Can you explain on this?
A. You are most welcome to bring your girlfriend along on this trip. As part of our tour groups, there are many female riders or pillion riders, so safety never becomes a concern. Moreover, our team and our guests follow some basic rules of respecting each other’s privacy and dignity. Among the friendly atmosphere of the group, there is a strict discipline which is followed specially w.r.t. female members of the group. As far as the washroom facilities are concerned, during the trip there are many public conveniences en-route, which are used by female members of the group.
Q. What is the amount of tax paid on the total package cost?
A. As per Government of India GST policies, 5% tax will be levied extra on the total package cost.
Q. Which telephone network is accessible?
A. Generally network issues arise in Leh where you only have access to post-paid connections from BSNL, Airtel and Jio. So, do remember to carry post-paid connection with you.
