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Ladakh Motorcycle Riding Itinerary - August 2023

  1. Day 1: Leh
    7 minutes (1.8 km) from Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport

    Afternoon: Explore Leh Palace, a former royal palace overlooking the town with a museum showcasing regional artefacts. Evening: Visit Shanti Stupa at sunset for panoramic views of the town.

  2. Day 2: Nubra Valley
    4 hours (120 km) from Leh

    Morning: Ride to Khardung La, the world's highest motorable pass. Afternoon: Visit Diskit Monastery and the Maitreya Buddha statue. Evening: Enjoy a camel ride in the sand dunes of Hunder.

  3. Day 3: Pangong Tso Lake
    4.5 hours (150 km) from Nubra Valley

    Morning: Ride to Chang La pass. Afternoon: Visit the stunning Pangong Tso lake, known for its blue waters that change colours throughout the day. Evening: Enjoy a bonfire by the lake.

  4. Day 4: Tso Moriri Lake
    7 hours (220 km) from Pangong Tso Lake

    Morning: Ride to Chumathang hot springs. Afternoon: Visit Tso Moriri Lake, a serene high-altitude lake surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Evening: Camp by the lake and stargaze.

  5. Day 5: Hemis National Park
    5 hours (150 km) from Tso Moriri Lake

    Morning: Ride to Hemis National Park. Afternoon: Go on a wildlife safari to spot rare animals like the snow leopard, Tibetan wolf and Asiatic ibex. Evening: Relax in the natural beauty of the park.

  6. Day 6: Alchi Monastery
    4 hours (70 km) from Hemis National Park

    Morning: Ride to Alchi Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its unique Kashmiri-style paintings. Afternoon: Visit nearby Likir Monastery. Evening: Enjoy a scenic ride along the Indus river.

  7. Day 7: Leh
    2.5 hours (70 km) from Alchi Monastery

    Morning: Relax and explore the town of Leh at your leisure. Afternoon: Visit Hall of Fame, a museum dedicated to the brave soldiers of the Indian Army. Evening: Enjoy a farewell dinner with a scenic view of the town.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on rafting in the Zanskar river, visiting the remote villages of Dha and Hanu, and trying the local cuisine like momos and thukpa. Consider taking a side trip to the nearby town of Manali or the Spiti Valley for more adventure.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Leh Palace (2 hours, ₹200)
  • Shanti Stupa (1 hour, free)
  • Khardung La (2 hours, free)
  • Diskit Monastery (1 hour, ₹30)
  • Camel Ride in Hunder (1 hour, ₹200)
  • Pangong Tso Lake (2 hours, free)
  • Tso Moriri Lake (2 hours, free)
  • Hemis National Park Safari (3 hours, ₹1500)
  • Alchi Monastery (2 hours, ₹25)
  • Likir Monastery (1 hour, ₹30)
  • Hall of Fame (1 hour, ₹50)
  • Farewell Dinner (2 hours, ₹500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹2,565
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