Epic 10-Day Vegetarian Bike Trip Adventure in Ladakh

Day 1: Arrival and Acclimatization

Leh, India on May 24, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Tibetan Kitchen

Start your day with delicious vegetarian Tibetan momos and thukpa in this cozy restaurant open from 8:30am, perfect for acclimatization.
INR 150, 1h0m

10:30am

Leh Market and Local Exploration

Explore the bustling Leh market to shop for local handicrafts and prepare for your bike trip. A gentle walk to acclimatize is ideal today.
Free, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Gesmo Restaurant

Enjoy wholesome vegetarian Ladakhi dishes like thenthuk and vegetable momos, open noon to 3pm.
INR 250, 1h0m

3:00pm

Visit Shanti Stupa

A short motorbike ride to this beautiful white-domed stupa to get panoramic views of Leh. Open till sunset.
Free, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Bon Appetit Vegetarian Restaurant

End your day with authentic vegetarian Indian and Tibetan cuisine here, open until 9pm.
INR 300, 1h0m

Day 2: Ride to Nubra Valley

Leh to Nubra Valley, India on May 25, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Fuel up with a filling vegetarian breakfast including parathas, eggs, and local tea before your long ride.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Ride to Nubra Valley via Khardung La Pass

Start your thrilling bike ride over Khardung La Pass (the world’s highest motorable pass) at 18,380 ft, enjoy stunning landscapes on this approximate 5-hour route to Diskit.
Fuel cost approx. INR 600, 5h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Hunder Desert Camp

Relish simple vegetarian meals like dal, rice, and fresh vegetables after your ride, served in a rustic camp.
INR 350, 1h0m

3:30pm

Visit Diskit Monastery

Explore the 1000-year-old Diskit Monastery, famous for its giant statue of Maitreya Buddha, open till evening.
INR 30, 1h0m

5:00pm

Camel Safari in Hunder Sand Dunes

Experience double-humped Bactrian camel rides on the unique sand dunes, an idyllic activity before sunset.
INR 500, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Nubra Valley Campsite

Enjoy hearty vegetarian Tibetan and local Ladakhi dishes prepared fresh at your camp.
INR 400, 1h0m

Day 3: Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake

Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake, India on May 26, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at campsite

Light vegetarian breakfast to energize you for the day’s scenic ride.
Included, 0h45m

7:45am

Ride from Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake

Travel over the scenic Shyok Valley route during an approx. 5 to 6-hour journey with breathtaking mountain views.
Fuel cost approx. INR 600, 5h30m

1:30pm

Lunch at Pangong Lake Camp

Enjoy simple, fresh vegetarian meals right beside the beautiful turquoise lake.
INR 350, 1h0m

3:00pm

Explore Pangong Lake

Spend the afternoon walking along the lake shore, capture stunning photos, and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere.
Free, 3h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at camp

Delight in vegetarian Ladakhi and Indian cuisine under the starry sky, a unique experience at 14,270 ft altitude.
INR 400, 1h0m

Day 4: Pangong Lake to Leh

Pangong Lake to Leh, India on May 27, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at camp

Quick vegetarian breakfast to prepare for your return ride.
Included, 0h45m

8:15am

Ride from Pangong Lake to Leh

Return trip over Chang La Pass offering beautiful vistas, approximately 5 hours ride.
Fuel cost approx. INR 600, 5h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Tibet Kitchen in Leh

Enjoy authentic vegetarian Tibetan specialties that will refresh you after the ride.
INR 300, 1h0m

3:00pm

Visit Leh Palace

Explore this 17th-century palace for panoramic city views, open till 5pm.
INR 50, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Pure Veg Restaurant

Have a nutritious vegetarian dinner with local and Indian specialties in Leh’s town center.
INR 300, 1h0m

Day 5: Leh to Hemis & Alchi

Leh to Hemis and Alchi, India on May 28, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a healthy vegetarian breakfast with fresh local ingredients before your ride.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Ride to Hemis Monastery

Short 45-minute ride to Hemis, famous for its masked dance festival and beautiful architecture, open till 5pm.
INR 100, 1h0m

11:00am

Ride to Alchi Monastery

Continue a scenic 1.5-hour ride to Alchi, known for its 11th-century wall paintings and serene environment, entry free.
Free, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Mountain Cafe, Alchi

Simple and fresh vegetarian meals made with local ingredients, cafe open till 3pm.
INR 250, 1h0m

2:30pm

Return ride to Leh

Relaxed 2-hour ride back to Leh, enjoying the picturesque views.
Fuel cost approx. INR 300, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at The Tibetan Kitchen

Try vegetarian local delicacies such as tsampa and barley soup at this well-rated spot.
INR 300, 1h0m

Day 6: Leh to Lamayuru

Leh to Lamayuru, India on May 29, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Fill up with a vegetarian breakfast including eggs and local breads.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Ride to Lamayuru Monastery

Enjoy a 4-hour scenic ride across the lunar landscape to Lamayuru Monastery, known as the ‘Moonland’, open till 5pm.
INR 50, 4h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Lamayuru Guesthouse

Hearty vegetarian lunch featuring local produce and Dal Bhat, available till 2pm.
INR 300, 1h0m

2:00pm

Explore Lamayuru Monastery

Walk around this ancient monastery complex and enjoy the dramatic landscape.
Included, 2h0m

5:00pm

Return to hotel and relax

Rest after the day with light activities around the guesthouse.
Free, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at guesthouse

Nutritious vegetarian meal prepared with love; try the local lentil and vegetable dishes.
INR 300, 1h0m

Day 7: Route to Kargil

Lamayuru to Kargil, India on May 30, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at guesthouse

Fuel your journey with a vegetarian breakfast including fresh fruits and breads.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Ride to Kargil

Travel about 4 hours south toward Kargil via scenic routes lined with river valleys and mountains.
Fuel cost approx. INR 400, 4h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at local vegetarian dhaba

Simple yet hearty vegetarian fare like dal, chapati, and vegetable sabzi in Kargil town.
INR 200, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Mulbekh Monastery

Explore this unique monastery featuring a large rock-cut Buddha statue, open till 5pm.
Free, 1h30m

5:00pm

Check in and relax at hotel

Relax and prepare for the next day's ride with light local strolls.
Free, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at hotel restaurant

Enjoy freshly prepared vegetarian dishes showcasing flavors of Ladakh and Kashmir.
INR 350, 1h0m

Day 8: Kargil to Leh

Kargil to Leh, India on May 31, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Start with a nutritious vegetarian breakfast to energize for the ride back to Leh.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Ride from Kargil to Leh

Enjoy a 5 to 6 hour ride back through the dramatic landscapes of Ladakh.
Fuel cost approx. INR 600, 5h30m

2:30pm

Lunch at Ladakhi Kitchen in Leh

Treat yourself to authentic vegetarian Ladakhi dishes such as skyu (pasta) and local vegetables.
INR 300, 1h0m

4:00pm

Relax or optional visit to Hall of Fame Museum

Learn about Ladakh’s military history at this engaging museum, open till 6pm.
INR 30, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Alchi Kitchen

The perfect place for vegetarian delicacies including Indian and Tibetan fusion dishes.
INR 350, 1h0m

Day 9: Exploration around Leh

Leh, India on June 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast with vegetarian options and fresh local tea.
Included, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Thiksey Monastery

A 30-minute ride to this architecturally impressive monastery resembling the Potala Palace of Lhasa, open till 5pm.
INR 50, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Himalayan Kitchen

Dine on delicious vegetarian Himalayan and Indian dishes, open noon to 3pm.
INR 300, 1h0m

1:30pm

Relax or shop local crafts

Spend your afternoon exploring Leh markets or resting before your last dinner.
Free, 4h0m

7:30pm

Farewell Dinner at Bon Appetit

Celebrate your successful bike adventure with a special all-vegetarian Ladakhi feast.
INR 400, 1h30m

Day 10: Departure Day

Leh, India on June 2, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a light vegetarian breakfast with fresh fruit and local bread before departure.
Included, 0h45m

9:00am

Pack and prepare for departure

Final time to organize your belongings and say goodbye to Ladakh.
Free, 1h0m

10:30am

Transfer to Leh Airport

Head to the airport for your flight back home or next destination after an epic 10-day bike trip.
INR 500 Taxi, 1h0m