Itinerary Details
Day 1: Arrival in Delhi - Manali (565 km- 9 hrs 38 min)
Once you arrive in Delhi, meet an IHPL representative who will help you with an assisted transfer to Manali in a Volvo Bus. After reaching Manali, complete the check-in formalities at your pre-booked hotel. Then, relax for some time and overnight stay.
Day 2: Manali (Sightseeing)
Once you arrive in Delhi, meet an IHPL representative who will help you with an assisted transfer to Manali in a Volvo Bus. After reaching Manali, complete the check-in formalities at your pre-booked hotel. Then, relax for some time and overnight stay.
Day 3: Manali - Rohtang Pass - Keylong (118 km-3 Hrs 53 min)
Have your breakfast and check out of your hotel. Later, get ready for the much-awaited motorbike journey on Manali-Leh Highway, the world’s highest road for riding. Halt for a tea break in the Kullu Valley, start biking towards Rohtang Pass, standing at an elevation of 3985 m. This 52 km road stretch offers some extremely amazing sights of the lush Himalayas and gushing waterfalls. Once you reach your campsite at Rohtang, have lunch. Continue biking to Chandra valley and later to Tandi. Tandi is the only place on his highway with a petrol pump. Fill your tanks here. Once you do so, you start your ride towards the day’s final destination, Keylong. On arrival, check in at your hotel. After freshening up, relish dinner. Stay overnight.
Day 4: Keylong - Baralacha Pass - Sarchu (106kms- 3 Hrs 27 min)
On the 4th day of the tour, post breakfast, get ready for a day filled with excitement and breathtaking natural beauty. The day is scheduled for a ride to the higher altitudes on the highway, including road waterfalls, mountain lakes, rugged roads, and unbearable temperatures. You first reach the Baralacha La, which is at an altitude of 4880 m. from here, the ride becomes slightly downwards, bringing you to the Sarchu Plains, covered with snow. Spend your night sleeping in a tent.
Day 5: Sarchu- Leh (346 km/7 Hrs 52 min)
Start your day with an early morning breakfast. Today, your bike ride will take you to Leh. You first arrive at Naki La Pass during the journey, placed at an above sea altitude of 4800 m. Then, continue towards Lachung La Pass, standing at an elevation of 5065 m. Do not miss admiring verdant green plain lands, beautiful landscapes and high mountains. You now arrive at Tanglang La Pass, located at an altitude of 5300 m, listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the world’s second-highest motorable pass. Finally, you arrive in Leh. After the check-in formalities, have dinner. Stay overnight.
Day 6: Leh – Khardung La pass (5602 m) (40.3 km/ 1 Hr 2 min)
Day 6 is scheduled for one of the most memorable rides of your life, a ride to the Khardung La, the world’s highest motorable pass, standing at an altitude of 5602 m. after a quick breakfast, hop -on to your bike to start your journey from Leh to Khardung la Pass. You can halt on the way to click pictures and do not forget to do so once you have reached the pass. If you want, you can spend some time here, back to the hotel in Leh for lunch and some rest. The rest of the day is free for exploring the prime attractions of Leh, such as Namgyal Palace, Tibetan Market, and Shanti Stupa. Back to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7: Leh- Pangong Lake (215 km/4 Hrs 32 min)
Post breakfast, get ready to explore the ever-so-beautiful Changthang Plateau, known for its beauty and unpredictable weather conditions. This plain region of Ladakh is covered with verdant green meadows and spectacular grasslands. The ride to the world’s third-highest motorable pass, Chang-La Pass, at an elevation of 5360 m, is a steep one. After the pass, you arrive at the Changthang Plateau where you would be able to spot nomads with their cattle. Next, continue towards the mystical Pangong Tso. Located at a height of 4350 m, Pangong Lake is known as the world’s highest saltwater lake. Soak in the serenity and absorb the beautiful sight of this placid lake. Do not miss clicking on beautiful water birds and migratory birds. Set up your tents here. After dinner, stay overnight at the camp.
Day 8: Pangong Lake - Tsokar Lake (137 km/ 4 Hrs 44 min)
After breakfast at the camp, get on your bikes to visit Tso Kar. First, you would pass through small villages like Karu, Upshi, Rumste, and Tanglang La Pass. Then, you would cross a sandy track and finally arrive at the tranquil Tso Kar Lake. Marshy landscapes and green meadows encircle the shores of the lake. This area is covered with natural springs, salty lakes and freshwater streams. If you love bird watching, you will be able to spot beautiful migratory birds. Absorb the peaceful atmosphere and spend some quiet moments here. Set your tents here. After dinner, stay overnight.
Day 9: Tso Kar Lake - Jispa (225 km/6 Hrs 44 min)
Day 9th of the tour is the first day of the return journey. Start your day early with some sumptuous breakfast. Later, begin your bike ride from Tsokhar towards Jispa via Baralacha La, which is placed at an above sea altitude of 4859 m. this bike ride is an exciting experience. Once you reach Jispa, complete the check-in formalities at your pre-booked hotel. Freshen up and have some rest. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10: Jispa - Manali (140 km/4 Hrs 38 min)
Get up early today and have your breakfast. Then, hop on to your bike to start the bike from Jispa to Manali, where you cross the very well-known Rohtang Pass. Ride carefully and don’t be in a hurry at all. It is for your safety. Admire the beautiful scenery. Once you reach Manali, check in at your hotel. The rest of the day is for relaxing. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 11: Manali - Delhi
Today is the last day of the tour. After breakfast, you are free to spend as per your interest. You can relax in your hotel or can explore the nearby attractions. Back to the hotel for lunch. Pack your bags and arrive at the bus station. Your overnight return journey from Manali to Delhi in a semi-sleeper Volvo begins.
