Ladakh Bike Trip: 12 Days of Manali to Srinagar with Umling La

Begin your journey with an overnight bus ride from Delhi to Manali. Pickup location: Majnu ka Tila / ISBT Kashmiri Gate.

Arrive in Manali and check into your hotel. Explore the charm of this scenic city, famous for its rich culture and stunning landscapes (at your own). In the late evening, join your fellow riders and trip captain for a safety briefing, riding tips, and a preview of the upcoming adventures. Bond with fellow adventurers over a delicious dinner. End the day with an overnight stay at the hotel.

Arrive in Manali and check into your hotel. Explore the charm of this scenic city, famous for its rich culture and stunning landscapes(at your own). In the late evening, join your fellow riders and trip captain for a safety briefing, riding tips, and a preview of the upcoming adventures. Bond with fellow adventurers over a delicious dinner. End the day with an overnight stay at the hotel.

Start your ride from Sarchu towards Tso Moriri. Navigate the famous 21 hairpin loops of Gata Loops. Cross Nakee La(15,547ft) and Lachulung La(16,616ft). Take a quick break at Pang, the world’s highest transit camp, for refreshments. Ride through the flat, open expanse of the More Plains. Reach Tso Moriri Lake by evening. Check into your accommodation for the night, enjoy a delicious dinner, and rest under the starry skies.

Start your ride from Tso Moriri, heading towards the remote village of Hanle. Pass through the Mahe Bridge checkpoint and continue deeper into Ladakh. Enjoy the scenic ride along the Indus River and through vast valleys. Reach Hanle transit camp, the gateway to the world’s highest motorable pass, Umling La Pass, and check in for your overnight stay. End the day with stargazing under the clear Ladakhi skies.

Begin the adventurous ride from Hanle towards Umling La Pass, the world’s highest motorable road. Climb towards Umling La, navigating steep inclines and challenging roads. Take a quick break at the famous Umling La restaurant. Celebrate your achievement with pictures and rest briefly at the pass. Start your descent back to Hanle, riding carefully through high- altitude terrain. Reach Hanle by evening for dinner and a restful overnight stay.

Begin your ride from Hanle towards Pangong Lake. Take the scenic and remote Chushul route, passing through barren landscapes and picturesque valleys, with water crossings along the way. Ride along the Indo-China border region and stop at the Rezang La WarMemorial.

Reach Pangong Tso, soak in its beauty, and click amazing pictures to capture the memories. Check into your accommodation, enjoy your dinner.

Start your ride from Pangong Lake towards Nubra Valley. Ride through the villages of Durbuk and Tangtse. Follow the scenic Shyok River route, enjoying views of rocky cliffs and river crossings. Visit Diskit Monastery, or enjoy a camel ride on the sand dunes of Hunder. End the day with a hearty dinner and relax at your Nubra accommodation.

Start your ride from Nubra Valley towards Leh, beginning your ascent to Khardung La, one of the highest motorable passes in the world (18,379 ft). Stop for a quick break at Khardung Village for lunch (depending on time). Begin your descent towards Leh, navigating the winding roads. Check into your hotel, freshen up, and then visit the Leh market.

Gear up for another adventurous day as you set off after breakfast towards Kargil. Witness the confluence of the Zanskar and Indus Rivers along the way. Visit the famous Magnetic Hill, Pathar Sahib Gurudwara, and the Hall of Fame Museum. Ride past the Moon Landscape near Lamayuru Monastery, taking in the magnificent views. Ascend Namika La(12,198ft),enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.

Conclude your day with dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, begin your ride from Kargil towards Srinagar. Visit the Kargil War Memorial and pay tribute to the brave Indian soldiers.

Ascend the Zoji La Pass (11,575ft) and take a break in Dras. Enjoy a lunch break in Sonamarg, surrounded by stunning landscapes. Continue your journey to Srinagar, arriving by evening. Check into your hotel, freshen up, and then visit the market and Dal Lake.