Overview
Note: This is a suggested itinerary, and customization is not available as it is a fixed departure tour. However, the hotel category will be 3 stars, and we got you covered with meals, oxygen cylinders, basic gears, and onsite mechanics.
Highlights
- Visit Kargil War Memorial in Drass.
- Enjoy biking across the criss-cross terrains of Khardung La Pass.
- Ride the double-humped Bactrian camel in Nubra Valley.
- Soak in the pristine aura of ancient Buddhist monasteries.
- Explore Magnetic Hill and Gurudwara Pathar Sahib during the bike trip.
- Visit the last village before the Line of Control - Turtuk Village.
Itinerary
Distance from Srinagar to Sonmarg: 82 kilometers (approx.)
Travel Time: 3 hours (approx.)
Arrive at Srinagar airport, and upon meeting with our representative, you will have an assisted transfer to the pre-booked hotel in Sonamarg in a shared cab or shuttle taxi. Upon reaching, complete the check-in formalities and unwind in your hotel room. In the evening, you will be having a briefing session with your fellow bikers. Followed by this, you can have a delicious dinner and sleep overnight.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Sonmarg.
Distance from Sonmarg to Kargil: 123 km (approx.)
Travel Time: 3 hours (approx.)
After your breakfast and check-out formalities, start riding towards Kargil. En route to Kargil, cross the Zoji La Pass and Drass Village. Take a halt at the Military War Memorial and museum in Drass. Arrive at Kargil by evening and complete the check-in formalities. Relax for a while and then visit the local Kargil market and spend a relaxing evening on the bank of the Suru River.
Return to the hotel in Kargil for an overnight stay after an appetizing dinner.
Distance from Kargil to Leh: 217 kilometers (approx.)
Travel Time: 5 hours (approx.)
Start your day with a drool-worthy morning meal, complete the check-out formalities, and head towards Leh on the bike. En route, visit Lamayuru Monastery, Magnetic Hill, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, and Hall of Fame Museum - dedicated to the martyred soldiers who laid down their life serving the nation.
On arriving in Leh, complete check-in formalities and unwind. If time and energy permit, you can visit the Leh market or cafes to delight in the vibrant aura of the scenic town. An overnight stay awaits you with a delicious dinner.
Distance from Leh to Nubra Valley: 125 kilometers (approx.)
Travel Time: 4 hours (approx.)
On the 4th day of the Srinagar Leh Manali bike tour, have a hearty breakfast and then check out from the hotel to proceed towards Nubra Valley. On arrival, visit Diskit Monastery to seek blessings. Then, proceed towards the camp and complete the check-in formalities. Later, head towards Hu der Sand Dunes to enjoy a camel ride. With the backdrop of Diskit Monastery, the sand dunes look stunning.
Return to the camp for a delicious dinner and sound sleep.
Optional: Double humped Bactrian camel safari (charges extra).
Distance From Nubra Valley to Siachen Base Camp: 200 kilometers (approx.)
Travel Time: 7 hours (approx.)
Wake up early in the morning and have a delectable breakfast. Afterward, head towards Turtuk Village, where you will learn about the culture of the local Balti people and enjoy sightseeing.
Once you finish sightseeing in Turtuk, get back to your hotel in Nubra Valley. If time and energy permit, explore the local villages of Nubra Valley. Relish delicious dinner, and sleep peacefully.
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You will be heading to one of the most beautiful regions, Siachen Base Camp, on your Srinagar Leh Manali Bike trip. Before you roll your wheels, greet your morning with energizing breakfast and complete check-out formalities. En route, discover Sumur Village past by exploring the 150-year-old Sanstanling Gompa (monastery) here. Afterward, bathe in the hot springs at Panamic (known to have therapeutic properties).
After that, start your exciting ride to the Siachen Base Camp to proudly see the glorious views of the Highest Battlefield in the world. Once you reach Siachen Base Camp and enjoy the wonderful views, return back to Nubra Valley. Finish off your energizing dinner and doze off!
Note: Wake up early today as the Siachen Base Camp excursion is the prime highlight of your Srinagar Ladakh Manali trip.
Distance from Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake: 274 kilometers (approx.)
Travel Time: 7 hours (approx.)
Your 6th day of the Srinagar Leh Manali bike tour package will take you to breathtaking Pangong Lake on a mountain bike. After devouring the delicious breakfast, check out from the camp and start your drive to Pangong Lake via Shyok River. Enjoy your drive to pristine Pangong Lake, one of the most beautiful lakes in the country. The journey will be long, so make sure you take a second halt at Durbuk for lunch. Once you finish your lunch, drive ahead to Pangong Lake.
After you reach, complete the check-in formalities and relax inside the camp. Order a delicious dinner from the camp kitchen, and then finish your day with a goodnight's sleep.
Distance from Pangong Lake to Leh: 225 kilometers (approx.)
Travel Time: 5 hours (approx.)
Wake up on a refreshing day and gorge on a tasty breakfast. Later, check out from the camp, and this day is reserved for your return journey to Leh via Chang La Pass. There are numerous streams across the road, making the bike trip challenging and thrilling for the bikers.
On arrival in Leh, proceed towards the pre-booked hotel. Complete the check-in formalities and unwind. The rest of the evening is at your leisure, and you can enjoy the time as your wish. First, visit the local market in Leh to enjoy shopping or explore the local attractions. Later, savor a delicious dinner followed by a goodnight's sleep.
Distance from Leh to Sarchu: 259 kilometers
Travel Time: 8 hours (approx.)
Leave for Sarchu today after relishing your morning meal in the morning. Before driving to Sarchu through Sky Angchu Thang, complete the check-out formalities. Take a halt at Pang for lunch. En route, you will be crossing Nakee La and Lachulung La while driving towards Sarchu. The journey will be long, so the expected time to reach is late evening. Once you arrive, complete the check-in formalities and lay your head for the overnight sleep after a tasty dinner.
Optional: Lunch charges extra at halt points.
Distance from Sarchu to Manali: 210 kilometers (approx.)
Travel Time: 6 hours (approx.)
On the 9th day of the Srinagar Leh Manali bike tour, you need to complete your check-out formalities after relishing a morning meal. This will be the last memorable ride on your Srinagar Leh Manali Bike package as you cross Baralacha La Pass and reach Manali via Atal Tunnel.
En route to Baralacha La Pass, get mesmerized by the outstanding scenery. Take a halt at Sissu Village for lunch. After that, drive towards Manali via Atal Tunnel. Reach Manali early afternoon and check into the hotel after completing the formalities. Unwind in your room or go outside at your own expense for shopping at Mall Road.
Later, return to the hotel for a relaxing sleep after satiating your hunger with a tasty dinner.
Note: Lunch charges extra at halt points.
Your 10 days Srinagar Leh Manali Bike trip ends after a delicious breakfast this morning. There are no further activities planned. Once you complete the check-out formalities around 11:30 AM, you will be transported to the airport/bus stand. Return to your home with happy memories of bike trips across Srinagar, Leh, and Manali.
FAQs
The best time to see Snowfall is from December to February.
During May, June, July carry light woolen. During November, December, January, February need to wear heavy winter clothes. Rest other months’ during the normal cold season, need to wear winter clothes.
The most important places to visit in Kashmir are Srinagar, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, Gulmarg.
Kashmir is famous for its pilgrims. Every year thousands-lakhs of devotees take the Holy AmarnathJi Yatra in Kashmir and Mata Vaishnodevi yatra in Katra.
Amarnath yatra in Kashmir, which starts end of June from Skandshashti as per Hindu Calender and end in Rakhi Purnima . One can go to Amarnath via Baltal or via Pahalgam from Srinagar. Devotees do the worship of Lord Shiva to the Holy Cave Shrine of Shri Amarnathji.
Mata Vaishnodevi temple is located in Katra, This holy shrine is tucked into a beautiful, ancient cave high up on the sacred Trikuta Mountain. Throughout the year devotees coming there to do the worship of Goddess Mata Vaishnodevi . But , it’s become more crowded during NAVRATRIS.
You can get multicuisine option in the hotel restaurants. Tourists must try to have Kachaloo Chaat, Kaladi Kulcha , Khatta Meat, Dum Aloo, Kashmiri iPulao, Rogan Josh, Nadru Yakhni, Paneer Chaman, Matschgand, Gushtaba etc.
The best things to buy in Kashmir are Wooden Curved products, Poshmina Shawls, Handicrafts, antique copperware, Carpets, Shafrons, Dry foods etc.
You can enjoy the adventure activities like River Rafting, Paragliding, Golf, Skiing and Snowboarding, Gondala ride, Mountain biking etc. Trekking is done in high altitudes of Kashmir region.
The trip cost depends upon many factors like accommodations, places to visit, and much more that can influence the trip cost.
