Ladakh, closed to the world for centuries like a dark secret, lies high in the almost inaccessible reaches of Northern India, sandwiched between the Himalaya and the Karakorum mountains, close to the borders of China and Tibet. This is a truly spectacular place to ride!
Pedding through the Himalayas over the passes with over 7000m peaks in the background. Ladakh, closed to the world for centuries like a dark secret, lies high in the almost inaccessible reaches of Karakoram mountains, close to the borders of China and Tibet. It’s rich in both culture and Geography. Enjoy the wild camping among the mountains, spectacular scenery with nomads, beautiful pine clad valleys.
HIGHLIGHTS OF TOUR:
DESTINATIONS:
Delhi – Chandigarh – Manali – Marhi – Tandi – Jispa – Patseo – Sarchu – Pang - Tsokar Lake – Rani Bagh – Leh – Delhi
BEST TIME TO VISIT:
May - September
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Arrive in Delhi transfer to hotel. The rest of the day is free. Overnight in Hotel.
Day 2: Delhi to Mandi. 210 km – 06 hrs
This morning we transfer to the railway station to board train to Kalka. From Kalka we will drive to Mandi. Overnight in Hotel.
Day 3: Mandi to Manali (2010m) - 110 km
We drive to Manali into the Kullu Valley. Upon arrival we can check-in to the hotel and collect / build our cycles ready for the following day. Overnight in Hotel.
Day 4: In Manali
This morning we get on our bikes for the first time and go on an acclimatisation ride. Hotel.
Day 5: Manali (2000m) to Marhi (3000m) (Cycling) 35 km, 5-6 hr
Overnight in Tents.
Day 6: Marhi (3000m) to Tandi (3000m) - over Rohtang Pass (3978m) (Cycling)- 72 km, 6-7 hr
Overnight in Tents.
Day 7: Tandi (3000m) to Jispa (3200m) Cycle through Lahaul- 37 km, 4-5 hr
Overnight in Tents.
Day 8: Jispa (3200m) to Patseo (3650m) (Cycling) - 32 km, 3-4 hr
Overnight in Tents.
Day 9: Patseo (3650m) to Sarchu (4250m)- over Baralacha Pass (4892m) (Cycling) 62 km, 7-8 hr
Overnight in Tents.
Day 10: Sarchu (4250m) to Pang (4500m) – 105 km, 8-9 hr
Overnight in Tents.
Day 11: Pang (4500m) to Tsokar Lake (4600m) – 57 km, 4-5 hrs
Overnight in Tents.
Day 12: Tsokar Lake (4600m) to Rani Bagh (4080m) over Tanglang la (5350m) (Cycling) 80 km, 6-7 hr.
Overnight in Tents.
Day 13: Rani Bagh (4080m) to Leh (3500m) via Hemis – 82 km, 7-8 hr.
Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 14: Kardung La (5602m)
Day trip Ride to the Kardung La, arguably the highest motorable road pass in the world. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 15: Leh
Today is free to explore Leh bazaars or sightseeing around Leh. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 16: Delhi
Early morning flight to Delhi. Afternoon free to relax. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 17: Departure
Transfer to airport to connect flight for onward destinations.
Day 17: Departure
Overnight in Tents.
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