Leh Ladakh Trip from Hyderabad

Brief Itinerary:

Day 1: Hyderabad to Chandigarh By Train

Day 2: Chandigarh to Manali By Volvo Bus

Day 3: Manali to Sarchu

Day 4: Sarchu to Leh

Day 5: Leh Sightseeing

Day 6: Leh to Nubra Valley

Day 7: Nubra valley to Pangong lake

Day 8: Pangong lake to Leh

Day 9: Departure from Leh

Day 10: Manali to Chandigarh

Day 11: Chandigarh to Hyderabad

Day 1: Hyderabad to Chandigarh

We will be boarding 22705/Tirupati - Jammu Tawi Humsafar Express from Hyderabad to Chandigarh

Boarding point: Secunderabad jn at 08:40 am

Day 2: Chandigarh to Manali By Volvo Bus

We will be reaching Chandigarh by 11:30am and take a Volvo bus from there to Manali. It will be an overnight journey.

Day 3: Manali – Solang Valley - Atal Tunnel – Sissu -  Keylong – Jispa - Darcha – Baralacha La – Sarchu (Ladakh trip from Manali starts today)

After breakfast and freshen up, we will start very early and ride towards Sarchu and enter the greater Himalayan landscape. 

We will enter Lahaul leaving Kullu behind using the Atal Tunnel. The lush green grasslands disappear and the barren slopes of the cold desert take over.

After crossing Darcha we will keep riding on Manali - Leh Highway towards Sarchu.

Visit Suraj Taal and Deepak Taal, two breathtaking high-altitude lakes in the Lahaul and Spiti region.

Today we will be crossing Baralacha La at 16,040 ft (One of the 5 high-passes to be covered in the road trip)

After crossing Baralacha La we will stop for Lunch at Bharatpur Colony

Stay in Sarchu (14,070 feet) One of the highest altitudes to stay. Almost every rider is fascinated about spending a night at such high altitudes.

Note: We need to be extra careful today as we are staying at high altitudes. Keep yourself hydrated and eat light food at regular intervals.
Discuss your symptoms with your captain.

Distance: 180Kms || 7 to 8 hrs

Altitude: Manali (6398 ft) to Sarchu (14,070 ft)

Stay: Sarchu (Camping)

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Day 4: Sarchu – Pang – Moore Plains – Rumtse –  Leh

Get ready for the most exciting ride of the trip. We will start very early in the morning as water crossings are a common sight on the route so it is advisable to cross them early in the day.

This day is all about riding through hundreds of hairpin turns, Dust trodden roads, and 3 high-altitude passes.

A 40 km of the scenic journey from Sarchu via Incredible 21 Hairpin bend climbs of Gata Loops will lead to Nakee La (3rd high altitude pass situated at 15,500 feet) 
After a few km of descent from Nakee La leads to Whisky Nala,

We will again start climbing Lachulung La (16,500 ft) is the 4th high altitude Himalayan Pass on Manali-Leh Highway which comes between the stretch of Whisky Nalla and Pang.

The landscape starts to change after crossing Pang and the plateau of Moore Plains starts and stretches for 45km – Roads are very bumpy and challenge Both the Vehicle and Rider.

From here again we will ascent towards Tanglang La (17,500 feet), the fifth and last high mountain pass on this route that commands breathtaking views of the Zanskar range.

After crossing this pass we will ride through well-maintained roads all the way to Leh.

Note: Today most of the riders will be experiencing AMS due to crossing severely deteriorated roads and high altitude passes. 
Drink plenty of water and Discuss your symptoms with your captain.

Distance: 250Kms || 8 to 9 hrs

Altitude:  Sarchu (14,070 ft) to Leh (11,480 ft)

Stay: Leh (Hotel Stay)

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Day 5: Leh Sightseeing (Leh trip local)

After a three-day hectic yet fun riding experience we will take a day off and re-energize before continuing our journey further.

From our stay, we can witness panoramic views of the gigantic Stok Kangri mountain range.

We will be changing our vehicles as Himachal vehicles aren't allowed to continue in Leh.

Visit Hall of Fame, Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace, Leh Gompa, Magnetic hills, and Pathar Sahib Gurudwara.

We can visit Leh local markets and try some local shopping and Ladakhi cuisines.

Stay: Leh (Hotel Stay)

Day 6: Leh – KhardungLa – Nubra Valley

After a much-needed break, we will continue our journey towards Nubra Valley through Khardung La (17,582 ft) which is considered to be the highest motorable pass in the world.

We will halt for some time at the pass and click a few pictures and resume our descent immediately as it is not safe to spend lots of time on top of this high altitude pass.

Visit Diskit Monastery & Maitreya Budhha statue.

Nubra Valley is also known as the Valley of flowers and one of the warmest regions in Ladakh and famous for Double-Hump camels 
We can try Camel ride & ATV Ride at extra charges.

Distance: 160Kms || 6 to 7 hrs

Altitude:  Leh (11,480 ft) to Nubra Valley (10,000 ft)

Stay: Nubra Valley  (Camping)

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Day 7: Nubra valley – Pangong Tso Via Shyok

After a delicious breakfast at our booked stay, we will leave for Pangong Lake.

Most of our ride is going to be along the beautiful Shyok River and through the villages like Agham, Shyok, Durbuk, and Tangste.

Get ready for a thrilling off-road experience today. Pangong Lake situated at 14,270 ft is a high-altitude saltwater lake.

After 3idiots movie lake popularity immensely increased Get yourself photographed and just admire the wonder that is this shimmering blue lake.

Enjoy one of the beautiful sunsets and have a great time stargazing.

Distance: 160Kms || 6 to 7 hrs

The altitude of Nubra Valley (10,000 ft) to  Altitude of Pangong Lake (14,270 ft)

Stay: Pangong  (Camping)

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Day 8: Pangong lake – Leh

After witnessing the sunrise at Pangong Lake we will start our return journey to Leh. We will ride the same route that we rode earlier to reach Pangong Lake.

After Durbuk we start climbing  the third highest motorable pass in the world, Chang La(5360m)

After crossing Chang La the road condition is too good to enjoy the last stretch and retrieve all the memories you made during the bike trip

Visit the Thiksey monastery en route.

Reach Leh

Distance: 160Kms || 6 to 7 hrs

Altitude:  Pangong Lake (14,270 ft) to Leh (11,480 ft)

Stay:  Leh  (Hotel)

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Day 9: Leh to Manali

We will head back to Manali from Leh. We will have to start back early from Leh to avoid riding at late hours. 

We will reach our stay in Manali and retire for the night.

Day 10: Manali to Chandigarh

Today you will have time to go shopping at mall road in Manali. 

We will be taking an evening bus from Manali to Chandigarh. 

 

Day 11: Chandigarh to Hyderabad

We will have a return train from Ambala cantt station at Chandigarh to reach Hyderabad.


 

Day 12: Reach Hyderabad

Note: There might be a few changes in the itinerary due to weather, road conditions, and the physical ability of the team.

GoAdventure reserves the right to change the itinerary at any point in time considering the team's safety.

Documents to carry (Hard Copy) :

• Adhar Card (2 Copies)
• Driving License (2Copies)

Riding Gear

• Riding Jacket
• Riding Gear
• Knee Guard

Clothing :

• Windcheater & Raincoat
• Thermals
• Fleece
• Heavy thick jacket/down jacket
• Hand Gloves
• Comfortable clothes (Full sleeves shirts & full Trek pants -  3 to 5 pairs)
• Dry-fit clothes
• Innerwear

Head and skin Protection :

• Cap / Sun hat
• Balaclava/ Woolen cap
• UV protected Sunglasses
• Sunscreen (SPF 40 and above)
• Lip balm
• Cold cream

Footwear :

• Sports shoes
• Above ankle length waterproof shoes
• Sandals or Flip-flops
• Socks (3 to 4 pairs)
• Woolen socks (2 pairs)

Electronics :

• Camera & Kit (Optional)
• Mobile chargers
• Power bank

Medication :

• Personal medicine ( If any )
• One strip of Diamox
• Headache, diarrhea, motion sickness
• Glucose powder

Miscellaneous:

• Hydration Pack or Reusable Water bottle - 2Ltr
• Liquid cash
• Sanitizer
• 50-60L Backpack & A small day backpack
• Headtorch
• Dry snacks, ORS, dry fruits, chocolates, Nutri bars, etc.

Use your garbage bag or properly dispose of used wet tissues and napkins. Do not litter wet tissues and sanitary napkins in the mountains as well as other public areas.

Tip: While packing, use plastic bags to compartmentalize things and carry a few extra plastic bags for wet clothes.

Note 1: We need not carry backpacks with us. You can keep your luggage in one of our backup vehicles and carry only a small day backpack with you during the ride.

Note 2: Only postpaid numbers will work in the Leh region.

• Accommodation Triple sharing basis as per the itinerary
• Meals: 7 Breakfasts & 7 Dinners.
  Day 3: Dinner
  Day 4-8: Breakfast & Dinner
  Day 9: Breakfast
• Transport :
  • Leh to Leh bike as per your selection
  • Hyderabad to Chandigarh and return 3AC train tickets
  • Chandigarh to Manali and return bus tickets
• Entry Fees & Inner line Permits
• Fuel for the entire journey
• Back-up vehicle for luggage
• Mechanic for assistance
• Helmet for the Rider and the pillion
• Experienced Tour captain
• First-aid kit with 24x7 oxygen cylinders
• Sightseeing as per the itinerary. (Vehicle will be on a non-disposal basis).

• Anything which is not mentioned in inclusions
• Meals not mentioned in inclusions
• Caution deposit of INR 8000/- per bike
• Any kind of personal expenses, optional tours, insurance, laundry
• Biking Gear (Available on rental basis)

Costs incidental to any changes in the itinerary due to bad weather or natural calamities that are beyond our control