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Chennai to Leh Motorcycle Riding Itinerary - August 2023

  1. Day 1: Chennai to Nellore
    Distance: 175 km
    Time: 3 hours 30 minutes

    Begin your motorcycle adventure from Chennai and head towards Nellore. In the morning, stop at the Pulicat Lake Bird Sanctuary, located 60 km north of Chennai, which offers an early morning bird watching experience. Continuing on the journey, stop for lunch at Sri Balaji Bhavan in Tada. After lunch, visit the Venkatagiri Fort, a 1776 AD fort with beautiful architecture. Arrive at Nellore in the evening and relax at the Nellore beach.

  2. Day 2: Nellore to Kurnool
    Distance: 374 km
    Time: 7 hours 30 minutes

    Set off early in the morning to Kurnool and stop for breakfast at Ameen Peer Dargah in Kadapa, a beautiful mosque built in the memory of a Muslim saint. Take a detour to Belum Caves, a natural underground cave system with fascinating rock formations and stalactites. Stop at Oravakallu Rock Garden, a beautiful granite park with stunning views of the surrounding hills. Arrive at Kurnool and visit the Konda Reddy Fort, a 17th century fort with intricate carvings.

  3. Day 3: Kurnool to Leh
    Distance: 1320 km
    Time: 26 hours

    Start early to cover the long distance to Leh and take the NH44 via Hyderabad, Nagpur, and Jammu. Stop for lunch at Kamat Upachar in Nagpur, which offers delicious vegetarian food. Continue on and stop at the Banihal Pass, a beautiful mountain pass with panoramic views. Finally, arrive at Leh in the evening and relax at Leh Palace, a former royal palace with stunning views of the city.

Recommendations

There are several other attractions in the region that you may want to consider, such as the Ranganatha Temple in Nellore, the Mahanandi Temple in Kurnool, and the Hemis National Park in Leh. If you have more time, you can also take a side trip to Pangong Tso Lake, located 160 km from Leh, which is known for its beautiful blue waters. To maximize your fun, make sure to pack light and carry enough water and snacks for the long journey. Also, be sure to check the weather conditions and road closures before embarking on the journey. Lastly, don't forget to enjoy the stunning scenery along the way!

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