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Ladakh Motorcycle Riding Itinerary in May 2024

  1. Day 1: Leh Palace
    10 minutes (2 miles) from Leh Airport

    Start your Ladakh adventure with a visit to Leh Palace, a nine-story palace that offers stunning views of the city. In the afternoon, head to Shanti Stupa, a Buddhist white-domed stupa on a hilltop. End the day with a visit to the bustling Leh market.

  2. Day 2: Hemis Monastery
    1 hour 20 minutes (27 miles) from Leh Palace

    Ride to Hemis Monastery, the largest and wealthiest Buddhist monastery in Ladakh. In the afternoon, visit Thiksey Monastery, which houses a 49-foot statue of Maitreya Buddha. End the day with a visit to the Sindhu Ghat, a beautiful spot on the bank of the Indus River.

  3. Day 3: Khardung La
    2 hours 20 minutes (40 miles) from Hemis Monastery

    Experience the thrill of riding to Khardung La, the world's highest motorable pass. In the afternoon, visit Diskit Monastery, known for its 100-foot Maitreya Buddha statue. Stay overnight in Hunder and experience a desert safari on a double-humped Bactrian camel.

  4. Day 4: Tso Moriri Lake
    5 hours 30 minutes (150 miles) from Hunder

    Ride to Tso Moriri Lake, a serene high-altitude lake surrounded by snow-capped mountains. On the way, visit the nomadic village of Korzok and the Korzok Monastery. Stay overnight in a tented camp and enjoy stargazing.

  5. Day 5: Magnetic Hill
    5 hours (130 miles) from Tso Moriri Lake

    Ride to the Magnetic Hill, a gravity hill where vehicles appear to roll uphill. In the afternoon, visit the Alchi Monastery, known for its 11th-century wall paintings. End the day with a visit to the Basgo Monastery and the ruins of the Basgo Palace.

  6. Day 6: Pangong Tso
    4 hours (120 miles) from Magnetic Hill

    Ride to Pangong Tso, a breathtaking lake that stretches from India to China. In the afternoon, ride to the nearby Spangmik village and interact with the locals. Stay overnight in a tented camp and enjoy stargazing.

  7. Day 7: Hall of Fame
    6 hours (150 miles) from Pangong Tso

    On the last day, visit the Hall of Fame, a museum dedicated to the Indian Army. In the afternoon, ride to the Leh airport and end your Ladakh adventure.

Recommendations

If you have time, consider visiting the Zanskar Valley, a remote valley known for its stunning landscape and Buddhist monasteries. You can also take a side trip to Nubra Valley, a cold desert known for its sand dunes and hot springs. To maximize your fun, hire a guide who can take you to off-the-beaten-path destinations and help you navigate the rough terrain. Don't forget to carry warm clothes, sunscreen, and a first-aid kit.

Book your accommodation and flights for your Ladakh trip at https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

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