Delhi to Manali to Leh to Srinagar Bike Trip at Delhi

Gear up for the ultimate adventure with our Ladakh Bike Trip 2025 from Delhi to Srinagar via Manali. This 11-day journey takes you across the Himalayas’ highest motorable passes, pristine lakes, valleys, and historic villages. Ride through Atal Tunnel, Bara-lacha La, Khardung La, Chang La, and Zoji La, visit iconic landmarks like Diskit Monastery, Pangong Tso, Lamayuru, and Drass War Memorial, and experience Ladakh’s unique blend of adventure and culture.

With Royal Enfield Himalayan 411cc bikes, expert road captains, mechanics, and backup vehicles, this road trip ensures both thrill and safety. Whether you’re a solo rider, couple, or group of friends, this journey offers breathtaking views, camping nights under starry skies, and lifetime memories on the Leh–Manali Highway.

Exclusions

• Airfare/train tickets not mentioned in inclusions

• Personal expenses (laundry, tips, phone, shopping, etc.)

• Travel/medical insurance

• Lunch & snacks not included in the package

• Monastery/monument entry fees

• Bike damages, towing, or spare parts in case of accidents

• Security deposit (₹10,000 refundable) for bike

• Extra luggage charges

• Costs due to roadblocks, weather conditions, or itinerary changes

• Age: 18 years+ (below 18 must be accompanied by guardian)

• Must possess a valid motorcycle driving license (MCWG)

• Prior riding experience in mountains preferred

• Good physical fitness (avoid if history of severe heart/respiratory problems)

• International riders must have valid international driving permit (IDP)

• Travel insurance highly recommended

• Original documents (DL, Aadhar/Passport, etc.)

• Riding gear – jacket, gloves, knee & elbow guards

• Thermal wear, down jacket, windcheater, woolen cap & gloves

• Sunglasses, sunscreen SPF 50+, lip balm

• Sturdy trekking shoes and warm socks

• Power bank, torch, reusable water bottle

• Personal medications & first aid kit

Day 00: Delhi to Kullu Manali | Overnight Volvo (6,700 ft | 540 KM | 14–15 hrs)

• Report at the boarding point in Delhi after 5 PM.

• Board a luxury semi-sleeper Volvo bus for an overnight journey to Manali.

• Get ready to leave the city chaos behind and enter the Himalayan paradise.

Day 01: Arrival and Acclimatization in Manali (6,700 ft)

• Arrive in Manali and check in at your pre-booked hotel/camps.

• Spend the day acclimatizing to the altitude and exploring local sights.

• Visit Hadimba Devi Temple, nestled in cedar forests, and Manu Temple along the Beas River.

• Evening: Trip orientation, safety briefing, and bike handover process.

• Overnight stay in Manali with dinner.

• Start your bike expedition after breakfast.

• Ride through Solang Valley and cross the Atal Tunnel, India’s engineering marvel.

• Follow the course of the Chandrabhaga River with snow-capped mountains in the backdrop.

• Arrive at Jispa/Billing, hand over your bikes to the captain, and settle into Swiss Camps.

• Evening bonfire under starry skies.

• After breakfast, begin your ascent towards Sarchu.

• Cross Bara-lacha La Pass (16,043 ft), one of the most thrilling high-altitude passes.

• Stop at Suraj Taal and Deepak Taal, two glacial lakes of stunning beauty.

• Ride through rugged terrain of Darcha, Zingzing Bar, and Patseo.

• Arrive at Sarchu, check-in to Swiss Camps, and enjoy dinner.

• Begin the day early with breakfast.

• Ride through Nakee La Pass, Whisky Nallah, Lachulung La Pass (16,616 ft), and the expansive More Plains.

• Cross Tanglang La Pass (17,480 ft), one of the world’s highest motorable roads.

• Arrive in Leh by evening and check into your hotel.

• Rest and acclimatize after a long day’s ride.

• After breakfast, begin your journey to Nubra Valley.

• Cross Khardung La Pass (18,380 ft), the world’s highest motorable pass.

• En route visit Diskit Monastery and the giant Maitreya Buddha statue overlooking Nubra.

• Evening: Experience the Hunder Sand Dunes and optional camel safari on double-humped Bactrian camels.

• Overnight stay in Nubra (Hunder).

• Ride to Turtuk Village, India’s last village on the Indo-Pak border.

• Explore the Balti culture, apricot orchards, and stunning views of the Shyok River Valley.

• From the Pakistan View Point, glimpse into the Karakoram Ranges including peaks like K2 (on clear days).

• Return to Nubra for overnight stay in camps/hotels.

• Today’s ride takes you to the iconic Pangong Lake, one of Ladakh’s biggest highlights.

• Ride alongside the Shyok River or take the adventurous Wari La Pass route.

• Arrive at Pangong Tso (14,270 ft), famous for its crystal blue waters and Bollywood fame (3 Idiots, Jab Tak Hai Jaan).

• Spend your evening soaking in the surreal beauty of the lake.

• Overnight in lakeside Swiss Camps.

• Enjoy sunrise views at Pangong Tso before breakfast.

• Ride back to Leh crossing Chang La Pass (17,586 ft), another world-famous motorable road.

• En route, visit Thiksey Monastery and the Druk White Lotus School (3 Idiots School).

• Evening free to shop in Leh Market.

• Overnight stay in Leh.

• Begin the Leh–Srinagar Highway ride.

• Stop at Magnetic Hill, Hall of Fame, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, and the confluence of Indus & Zanskar Rivers (Sangam Point).

• Visit Lamayuru Monastery and cross Fotu La Pass.

• Pay tribute at Drass War Memorial near Tiger Hill.

• Overnight stay in Kargil.

• After breakfast, continue your journey towards Kashmir Valley.

• Cross the mighty Zoji La Pass (11,575 ft) and enter the lush meadows of Sonmarg.

• Arrive in Srinagar by evening.

• Overnight stay in hotel/houseboat.

• After breakfast, check out from the hotel.

• If time permits, enjoy a Shikara Ride on Dal Lake or shop for Kashmiri handicrafts.

• Board your flight/train for onward journey with unforgettable memories of Ladakh.