Ladakh Motorcycle Riding Itinerary - June 2024

1. Day 1: Leh
   Leh Airport (4.6 miles)
   9:00 AM - Start your ride from Leh to Shanti Stupa

   Visit the Shanti Stupa, a Buddhist white-domed stupa and enjoy the panoramic view of Leh. Afternoon, ride to Leh Palace, a former palace and monastery. Evening, explore the Leh market known for its traditional Ladakhi handicrafts.

2. Day 2: Khardung La Pass
   40.6 miles from Leh
   8:00 AM - Start your ride from Leh to Khardung La Pass

   Ride to Khardung La Pass, one of the highest motorable roads in the world. Morning, enjoy the scenic beauty of Nubra Valley. Afternoon, visit the Diskit Monastery, the oldest and largest Buddhist monastery in Nubra Valley. Evening, visit the Hunder Sand Dunes and enjoy a camel safari.

3. Day 3: Pangong Tso Lake
   138 miles from Khardung La Pass
   7:00 AM - Start your ride from Nubra Valley to Pangong Tso Lake

   Ride to Pangong Tso Lake, a beautiful lake situated at a height of 4,350 meters. Morning, enjoy the scenic beauty of the lake. Afternoon, visit the Hemis Monastery, one of the largest and richest monasteries in Ladakh. Evening, explore the local food at nearby restaurants.

4. Day 4: Tso Moriri Lake
   145 miles from Pangong Tso Lake
   7:00 AM - Start your ride from Pangong Tso Lake to Tso Moriri Lake

   Ride to Tso Moriri Lake, a beautiful lake situated at an altitude of 4,522 meters. Morning, enjoy the scenic beauty of the lake. Afternoon, visit the Tso Moriri Wetland Conservation Reserve and explore the local flora and fauna. Evening, relax and enjoy the campfire.

5. Day 5: Alchi Monastery
   165 miles from Tso Moriri Lake
   7:00 AM - Start your ride from Tso Moriri Lake to Alchi Monastery

   Ride to Alchi Monastery, a Buddhist monastery dating back to the 10th century. Morning, visit the monastery and admire the ancient wall paintings. Afternoon, visit the Basgo Monastery, a historical fortress and monastery. Evening, enjoy the view of the Indus River and the surrounding mountains.

6. Day 6: Magnetic Hill
   43 miles from Alchi Monastery
   9:00 AM - Start your ride from Alchi Monastery to Magnetic Hill

   Ride to Magnetic Hill, a gravity hill located near Leh. Morning, experience the optical illusion of a car rolling uphill. Afternoon, visit the Gurudwara Patthar Sahib, a Sikh shrine located on the Leh-Kargil Road. Evening, explore the Hall of Fame, a museum dedicated to the Indian Army.

7. Day 7: Leh
   32.5 miles from Magnetic Hill
   10:00 AM - Start your ride from Magnetic Hill to Leh

   Return to Leh in the morning. Afternoon, visit the Stok Palace Museum, a museum dedicated to the royal family of Ladakh. Evening, stroll around the Leh market for last-minute shopping.

Recommendations

If you have time, consider visiting Zanskar Valley, a beautiful valley known for its trekking trails. You can also go river rafting in the Zanskar River. You may also want to take a side trip to Turtuk, a remote village in Baltistan, known for its apricots and friendly locals. To maximize your fun, try the local food, especially momos, thukpa, and butter tea. Lastly, make sure to carry enough water and snacks on your rides.

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