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7-Day Motorcycle Riding Itinerary from Manali to Leh to Ladakh

  1. Day 1: Manali
    0 minutes (0 miles) from Manali

    In the morning, explore the Hadimba Temple and take a stroll through Manali's lively markets. In the afternoon, ride to Rohtang Pass, offering breathtaking views of the Himalayan mountain ranges. Spend the evening relaxing at your hotel in Manali.

  2. Day 2: Jispa
    6 hours (140 km) from Manali

    Start early and head towards Jispa, where you can visit the Bhaga River and the ancient Jispa Monastery. In the afternoon, ride to Keylong and visit the Kardang Monastery. Spend the night at a hotel in Jispa.

  3. Day 3: Sarchu
    3 hours (90 km) from Jispa

    Ride through the Baralacha Pass and enjoy the stunning scenery along the way. Stop at Suraj Tal, a beautiful high-altitude lake, and continue on to Sarchu for the night.

  4. Day 4: Leh
    8 hours (250 km) from Sarchu

    Get an early start and ride to Leh, the capital of Ladakh. Visit the Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace and the beautiful Thiksey Monastery. Spend the night at a hotel in Leh.

  5. Day 5: Nubra Valley
    5 hours (120 km) from Leh

    Take a ride to the stunning Nubra Valley, where you can visit the Hunder Sand Dunes and ride a double-humped Bactrian camel. Visit the Diskit Monastery and spend the night in a traditional Ladakhi homestay.

  6. Day 6: Pangong Tso
    7 hours (160 km) from Nubra Valley

    Ride to Pangong Tso, a stunning blue lake surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Take a dip in the lake's icy waters and spend the night in a lakeside campsite.

  7. Day 7: Leh
    6 hours (150 km) from Pangong Tso

    Ride back to Leh, stopping at the Hemis Monastery on the way. Spend the evening exploring Leh's markets and trying traditional Ladakhi cuisine.

Recommendations

Consider taking a side trip to Tso Moriri, a stunning high-altitude lake. Make sure to acclimatize to Ladakh's high altitude before starting your journey. Bring warm clothes and a good quality helmet.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Rohtang Pass (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Bhaga River (30 minutes, free)
  • Kardang Monastery (1 hour, free)
  • Suraj Tal (1 hour, free)
  • Shanti Stupa (30 minutes, free)
  • Leh Palace (1 hour, INR 250)
  • Thiksey Monastery (1 hour, INR 30)
  • Hunder Sand Dunes (1 hour, INR 600)
  • Diskit Monastery (1 hour, INR 30)
  • Pangong Tso (2 hours, free)
  • Hemis Monastery (1 hour, INR 100)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1510
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