ROYAL ENFIELD HIMALAYAN EXPEDITION: TOURING LEH LADAKH

Delhi - Manali - 503 km

Arrive at the Volvo bus boarding station in New Delhi, where our team will assist you with your onward journey to Manali. The following morning, you will reach your destination in Manali, ready to begin your thrilling Royal Enfield tour.

Arrive Manali - 10 km

Arrive at the Manali bus stand in the morning, where our local representative will greet you. You'll then be taken to your hotel. After settling in, join us in the hotel lobby for a quick talk about the upcoming Himalyan bike adventure. Get to know your Royal Enfield motorcycle and learn about mountain traffic during a one-hour test ride. After that, you can either return to the hotel or explore the shops at Manali market, The Mall, before we head out to explore the unoccupied land.

Manali - Sarchu - 170 km

The amazing journey starts as we head towards Sarchu, the border between Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh. Along the way, we'll pass through the Atal Tunnel, which goes through the Pir Panjal mountain range of the Himalayas at a height of 10,000 feet above sea level. It's the longest tunnel in the world, stretching over 9.5 kilometers at an altitude of more than 3050 meters.

After passing through Jispa, we'll enter the beautiful Greater Himalayan landscape. Take in the stunning views as we make our way to the towering Baralachha Pass, which sits at an altitude of 4850 meters. We'll take a short break in Bharatpur city before continuing our journey.

Sarchu - Leh - 260 km

Today's adventure from Sarchu to Leh is like a fairy tale, especially on our Royal Enfield trip. We'll journey through multiple high-altitude mountain passes, including Lachung La (5065m), Nakee La (4740m), and the thrilling Ghata Loops, with 22 hairpin bends offering stunning views of the Himalayan mountains. After a delicious lunch, we'll head towards the third highest motorable pass, Taglang La (5359m), followed by vast plains with a perfect blend of mountain ranges on the horizon. As we descend from Taglang La, we'll enter the land of the Lama.

Explore Leh Town - 0 km

The day starts with a nice breakfast at the hotel, where you can take your time. You can relax at the hotel or explore the colorful Leh market to experience Tibetan culture, try street food, and do some shopping. In the evening, we'll visit the beautiful and impressive Tibetan structure called "Shanti Stupa" and the amazing Leh Palace, which was built in the 17th century.

Leh - Nubra Valley - 130 km

On the 6th day of our Royal Enfield Himalayan trip, our dream comes true as we tackle the challenging road to reach Khardung La (5602m), a spot listed in the Guinness Book of World Records. From there, you'll enjoy a stunning 360-degree view of the Himalayan range. After capturing photos at Khardung La, we'll continue our journey to Nubra Valley, known as the land of Mongolian camels. Upon arrival at the campsite, you'll check in and freshen up. Later, we'll head to the desert, where you can experience riding double-humped camels or simply relax in the heart of the cold desert.

Ride to Turtuk - 180 km

After breakfast, we'll ride to Turtuk, a village divided by the borders of two countries. This beautiful village is the last big settlement in India before the Line of Control, which separates it from Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Turtuk used to be under Pakistan's control until the 1971 Indo-Pak war, when it became part of India. After visiting this village, we'll return to Nubra Valley.

Nubra Valley – Pangong Lake - 180 km

Today, we're off to Pangong Lake on our Himalayan motorcycle tour. Along the way, we'll stop to see the biggest Buddha statue at Diskit. Pangong Lake is the largest salty water lake in Asia and sits on the border between India and China, high up at 4360 meters above sea level. We'll take a break for tea in Shyok village on our way there. For lunch, we'll stop in Durbuk, where we'll enjoy a breathtaking view of the tall mountains. In the late afternoon, we'll reach the campsite. After freshening up, we'll witness the unforgettable sunset view at Pangong Lake.

Pangong Lake to Leh - 155 km

In the morning, we'll ride to Pangong Lake to see its beautiful scenery and amazing views of the deep, salty lake. After enjoying the lake, we'll say goodbye and ride back to Leh. On the way, we'll cross over the second highest motorable pass, Chang La, which is 5360 meters high. We'll stop for lunch in Karu village. Before we reach Leh town, we'll visit Thiksey monastery. Once we're in Leh, we can also visit Shanti Stupa if you'd like.

Leh - Kargil - 220 km

After breakfast, we'll head to Kargil. On the way, we'll stop at Magnetic Hill and see where the Indus and Zanskar Rivers meet. Then, we'll reach the historical town of Kargil. Along the route, we'll cross over two beautiful mountain passes: Namikla Pass (3718m above sea level) and Fotula Pass (4109m above sea level).

Kargil to Sonamarg - 135 km

How swiftly these 10 days of adventure have flown by! On day 11, we'll head towards Sonamarg. Along the way, we'll stop to visit the Kargil war memorial, dedicated to the brave Indian soldiers who lost their lives during the Indo-Pak war. After paying our respects, we'll continue our ride to Sonamarg. On the way, we'll make a stop at Drass, known as the 2nd coldest inhabited place in the world, and Zoji-la pass (3550m). When we reach Sonamarg, we'll check in to our pre-booked hotel. As our amazing expedition comes to an end, we'll enjoy a farewell dinner together, reminiscing about the unforgettable moments we've shared.

Drop Srinagar Airport - 0 km

Today marks the end of our Royal Enfield Himalayan road trip through the mountains. We'll make our way to Srinagar airport to catch our flight back to Delhi. As we leave, we'll carry with us unforgettable memories and plenty of exciting stories to share. Our services conclude here.