7-Day Motorcycle Riding Itinerary in Ladakh

  1. Day 1: Leh
    0 minutes from Leh

    Explore Leh Palace and Shanti Stupa, acclimatize to altitude and enjoy the local cuisine.

  2. Day 2: Khardung La Pass
    34.5 km (1 hour) from Leh

    Ride to Khardung La Pass, the world's highest motorable road, and enjoy the scenic views. Visit Diskit Monastery and Hunder Sand Dunes.

  3. Day 3: Pangong Tso Lake
    224 km (5 hours) from Khardung La Pass

    Ride to the famous Pangong Tso Lake. Experience the blue waters, the vast mountains, and the serenity of the location.

  4. Day 4: Tso Moriri Lake
    240 km (6 hours) from Pangong Tso Lake

    Visit the stunning Tso Moriri Lake, which is surrounded by mountains and is home to several rare bird species.

  5. Day 5: Nubra Valley
    220 km (5 hours) from Tso Moriri Lake

    Explore the beautiful Nubra Valley, its monasteries, hot springs and sand dunes. Stay overnight in a campsite.

  6. Day 6: Alchi Monastery
    160 km (4 hours) from Nubra Valley

    Visit the ancient Alchi Monastery, known for its unique architecture and beautiful murals, then head back to Leh through the Magnetic Hill.

  7. Day 7: Hemis National Park
    46 km (1 hour) from Leh

    Explore the Hemis National Park, home to snow leopards, blue sheep and other rare animals. Visit the Hemis Monastery and end the trip with a visit to the Thiksey Monastery.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Leh Palace and Shanti Stupa (2 hours, free)
  • Khardung La Pass (6 hours, free)
  • Diskit Monastery (1 hour, free)
  • Hunder Sand Dunes (1 hour, free)
  • Pangong Tso Lake (3 hours, free)
  • Tso Moriri Lake (4 hours, free)
  • Nubra Valley (4 hours, ₹500 for campsite)
  • Alchi Monastery (2 hours, ₹30)
  • Hemis National Park (4 hours, ₹100 entry fee)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹630
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