7-Day Motorcycle Riding Itinerary from Delhi to Ladakh in August 2023

1. Day 1: Delhi to Chandigarh
   5 hours (147 miles) from Delhi

   Start early from Delhi and ride to Chandigarh, the first planned city of India. Visit the famous Rock Garden, Rose Garden and Sukhna Lake.

2. Day 2: Chandigarh to Manali
   9 hours (288 miles) from Chandigarh

   Today, ride to the beautiful hill station of Manali, famous for its scenic beauty, adventure sports, and hot springs.

3. Day 3: Manali to Jispa
   6 hours (140 miles) from Manali

   Today's ride takes you through the scenic Rohtang Pass to Jispa. Enjoy the stunning views of the Himalayan mountains and visit the monastery in Keylong.

4. Day 4: Jispa to Leh
   10 hours (234 miles) from Jispa

   This long ride takes you through the high mountain passes of Baralacha La, Nakee La, and Lachung La before reaching the beautiful city of Leh.

5. Day 5: Leh
   Exploring Leh

   Today, take a break from riding and explore the city of Leh. Visit the famous monasteries of Hemis, Thiksey, and Shey, and take a walk in the local bazaar.

6. Day 6: Leh to Nubra Valley
   7 hours (128 miles) from Leh

   Ride through the Khardung La, the highest motorable road in the world, to reach the scenic Nubra Valley. Visit the famous Diskit Monastery and enjoy a camel ride on the sand dunes.

7. Day 7: Nubra Valley to Leh
   7 hours (128 miles) from Nubra Valley

   Today's ride takes you back to Leh. On the way, visit the Pangong Tso lake, known for its changing colors and scenic beauty, and the famous Chang La pass.

Recommendations

If you have some extra time, you can visit the Magnetic Hill and the Gurudwara Pathar Sahib near Leh. You can also take a side trip to Tso Moriri, another beautiful lake in Ladakh.

Make sure to carry warm clothes and proper gear for riding in the high altitudes. It is recommended to acclimatize yourself to the high altitude before starting the ride.

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