Day 1: Delhi to Srinagar by overnight Volvo
- Board the Volvo in Delhi for the highway journey to Kashmir via Jammu (about 789 km).
- Overnight on the bus.
Ladakh Bike Tour 2026
12 Nights / 13 Days on a Himalayan 411 cc: Delhi – Jammu – Srinagar – Leh – Manali – Delhi
- Destination
- Ladakh, Kashmir and Himachal
- Duration
- 12 Nights / 13 Days
- Departure
- 2026 season: dates on request
Starts and ends in Delhi - Starts and ends
- Delhi (overnight Volvo to Srinagar; overnight Volvo back from Manali)
Overview
A Ladakh motorcycle trip that enters through Srinagar, so riders gain altitude gradually. After a houseboat night and sightseeing in Srinagar, you ride over Zoji La to Kargil and Leh, rest a day to acclimatise, then loop through Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake.
The return runs down the Manali highway over Tanglang La and Baralacha La, with a rest and bike-service day in Manali before the overnight Volvo to Delhi. Bikes, fuel, a spare bike, a 24/7 mechanic, an oxygen cylinder and the Inner Line Permit are included.
Highlights
- Shikara ride and a houseboat night on Dal Lake
- Zoji La Pass and the Drass War Memorial
- Khardung La and the Hunder sand dunes in Nubra Valley
- Pangong Lake and Chang La (5,360 m)
- Tanglang La (5,328 m) and the Moore Plains
- Baralacha La and Rohtang Pass into Manali
Destination photos are for illustration and do not show specific hotels or included activities.
Day-by-day itinerary
13 days. Ride a Himalayan 411 cc bike from Srinagar over Zoji La, Khardung La, Chang La and Tanglang La to Manali, with fuel, a spare bike, a mechanic and an oxygen cylinder included.
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Day 2: Srinagar: houseboat and shikara
- Arrive in Srinagar, check in to the houseboat and rest.
- Shikara ride; walk around Dal Lake or the market on your own.
- Dinner and overnight on the houseboat.
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Day 3: Srinagar sightseeing
- Dal Lake, the Mughal Gardens and Shankaracharya Temple.
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Day 4: Ride Srinagar to Kargil (200 km)
- Bikes from today: ride via Sonmarg and Zoji La Pass.
- Stop at the Drass War Memorial; overnight in Kargil.
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Day 5: Ride Kargil to Leh (215 km)
- Moon-like landscapes and Magnetic Hill on the way into Leh.
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Day 6: Leh: acclimatisation day
- Easy day to adjust to the altitude: Leh Market, Shanti Stupa and Leh Palace.
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Day 7: Ride Leh to Nubra Valley (160 km)
- Over Khardung La, one of the world's highest motorable passes.
- Hunder sand dunes in Nubra Valley.
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Day 8: Ride Nubra to Pangong Lake (275 km)
- Along the Shyok River route to Pangong Lake.
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Day 9: Ride Pangong to Leh (225 km)
- Back to Leh over Chang La (5,360 m).
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Day 10: Ride Leh to Sarchu (251 km)
- Over Tanglang La (5,328 m) and across the Moore Plains.
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Day 11: Ride Sarchu to Manali (230 km)
- Over Baralacha La and Rohtang Pass, down into green valleys and pine forest.
- Last day on the bikes.
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Day 12: Manali: rest day
- Bike service and maintenance, leisure time.
- A scooty (without fuel) is provided for the day.
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Day 13: Manali to Delhi by overnight Volvo
- Board the Volvo for the 500 km journey to Delhi.
- The tour ends on arrival in Delhi the next morning.
Accommodation and transport
Accommodation
- Hotels, homestays and camps on triple or quad occupancy
- Houseboat in Srinagar
- Hotel bookings are subject to availability; heaters as per hotel policy
Transport
- Overnight Volvo: Delhi to Srinagar, and Manali to Delhi
- Himalayan 411 cc bike from Day 4 to Day 11, fuel included
- Scooty without fuel on Day 12 in Manali
- Tempo traveller for anyone who opts for it
- Spare bike and 24/7 mechanic
Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
- Lunch is not included
Inclusions and exclusions
Included
- Stay on triple or quad occupancy (hotels, homestays, camps)
- Wi-Fi
- Breakfast and dinner
- Inner Line Permit (Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake)
- Himalayan 411 cc bike (Day 4 to Day 11)
- Fuel
- Scooty without fuel on Day 12
- Tempo traveller for those who opt for it
- Oxygen cylinder
- Spare bike
- 24/7 mechanic
- Emergency first-aid kit
- Helmet, gloves, knee guards, elbow guards and riding jacket (to be returned on the last day)
Not included
- Sightseeing beyond the itinerary
- Activities and entry charges
- Laundry and room service
- Damage to the bike or hotels
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Extra costs from weather, local disturbances and similar events
- Personal or accidental damage costs
- Sightseeing entry and parking fees
Important notes and conditions
- Inner Line Permits for Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake are arranged by the tour operator.
- Riding gear (helmet, gloves, knee and elbow guards, riding jacket) is complimentary and must be returned on the last day.
- Hotel bookings are subject to availability; heaters are provided as per hotel policy.
Cancellation policy
- The advance paid is non-refundable.
- Cancellation 45 days or more before the trip: half refund.
- Within 45 days: no refund.
- No refund for mechanical trouble with the vehicle or natural events such as landslides, floods, earthquakes or heavy snowfall.
Terms
- Mumbai jurisdiction applies.
Frequently asked questions
Which bike will I ride?
A Himalayan 411 cc bike from Day 4 (Srinagar) to Day 11 (Manali), with fuel included. A spare bike and a 24/7 mechanic travel with the group.
Can I travel without riding?
Yes. A tempo traveller is included for anyone who opts for it.
Is riding gear provided?
Yes: helmet, gloves, knee guards, elbow guards and a riding jacket, to be returned on the last day.
How do you handle the altitude?
The route enters Ladakh through Srinagar for a gradual climb, with an acclimatisation day in Leh and an oxygen cylinder on the trip.
How much does it cost?
Prices are not listed on the website. Ask Janhavi on WhatsApp for the latest quotation for your dates and group.
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