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7-Day Motorcycle Riding Itinerary from Bangalore to Ladakh in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Bengaluru to Chitradurga
    3 hours 30 minutes (211 km) from Bangalore

    Ride through the scenic roads of Tumkur and Chitradurga districts. Stop at Tumkur for breakfast and visit the famous Chitradurga Fort in the afternoon. In the evening, relax at your hotel or explore the city.

  2. Day 2: Chitradurga to Hampi
    3 hours 20 minutes (190 km) from Chitradurga

    Enjoy a scenic ride to Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the Hampi Bazaar and Virupaksha Temple in the morning, explore the ruins of the Vijayanagara Empire in the afternoon, and watch the sunset at the Hemakuta Hill in the evening.

  3. Day 3: Hampi to Badami
    3 hours (140 km) from Hampi

    Ride through the rural countryside of Karnataka to reach Badami. Visit the Badami Cave Temples in the morning, explore the Agastya Lake and Banashankari Temple in the afternoon, and watch the sunset at the Bhutanatha Group of Temples in the evening.

  4. Day 4: Badami to Pattadakal
    1 hour (22 km) from Badami

    Ride to Pattadakal, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its ancient temples. Visit the Virupaksha Temple and Mallikarjuna Temple in the morning, explore the Pattadakal Group of Monuments in the afternoon, and watch the sunset at the Sangameshwara Temple in the evening.

  5. Day 5: Pattadakal to Belur
    7 hours (400 km) from Pattadakal

    Embark on a long ride to reach Belur, a town famous for its intricate Hoysala architecture. Visit the Chennakesava Temple and Yagachi Dam in the morning, explore the Veera Narayana Temple and Kedareshwara Temple in the afternoon, and watch the sunset at the Kappe Chennigaraya Temple in the evening.

  6. Day 6: Belur to Chikmagalur
    2 hours 30 minutes (110 km) from Belur

    Ride through the lush green forests of the Western Ghats to reach Chikmagalur, a hill station known for its coffee plantations. Visit the Mullayanagiri Peak and Baba Budangiri in the morning, explore the Hebbe Falls and Kemmangundi Hill Station in the afternoon, and watch the sunset at the Hirekolale Lake in the evening.

  7. Day 7: Chikmagalur to Ladakh
    4 days (2,300 km) from Chikmagalur

    Begin your long journey to Ladakh, a remote mountainous region in the north of India. Cross the states of Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Punjab before reaching Ladakh, known for its stunning landscapes, high-altitude passes, and Buddhist monasteries.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the Mysore Palace, Srirangapatna Fort, and Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary near Bangalore before starting your motorcycle ride. You can also take a detour to Goa or Mumbai while riding to Ladakh. Make sure to carry warm clothes, rain gear, and necessary permits for Ladakh. Stay hydrated and take breaks frequently to avoid altitude sickness.

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