Manali-Jispa-Sarchu-Leh-Manali Bike Trip
12 Days
Highest Altitude : 2,050 m
Min People : 2
Difficulty : Moderate to tough
Best Season : Jun-July
Routes : Manali|Jispa|Leh| Sarchu| Nubra Valley| Brandy Nala| 21 Gatha Loops
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Tour Details
Altitude of 2,050 m (6,726 ft) in the Beas River Valley is a beautiful hill station nestled in the mountains of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh near the northern end of the Kullu Valley. It is located about 270 km (168 mi) north of the state capital, Shimla.
JISPA
Jispa (10,500 ft) is a village in Lahaul, in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Jispa is located 20 km north of Keylong and 7 km south of Darcha, along the Manali-Leh Highway and the Bhaga River. There are approximately 20 villages between Jispa and Keylong. Jispa also has a small folk museum.
LEH
The town is still dominated by the now ruined Leh Palace, former mansion of the royal family of Ladakh, built in the same style and about the same time as the Potala Palace.(The Potala Palace was the chief residence of the Dalai Lama until the 14th Dalai Lama fled to Dharamshala, India, during the 1959 Tibetan uprising.) Leh is at an altitude of 3524 metres (11,562 ft), and connects via National Highway 1D to Srinagar in the southwest and to Manali in the south via Leh-Manali Highway
SARCHU
Located on the Leh-Manali Highway, on the boundary between Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh (Jammu and Kashmir) in India. It is situated between Baralacha La to the south and Lachulung La to the north, at an altitude of 4,290 Mtrs
NUBRA VALLEY
is a tri-armed valley located to the north east of Ladakh valley. Diskit the capital of Nubra is about 150 km north from Leh town, the capital of Ladakh district, India. Local scholars say that its original name was Ldumra (the valley of flowers). The Shyok River meets the Nubra or Siachan River to form a large valley that separates the Ladakh and Karakoram Ranges. The Shyok River is a tributary of the Indus River. The average altitude of the valley is about 10,000 ft. i.e. 3048 meters above the sea level. The common way to access this valley is to travel over the Khardung La pass from Leh town.
BRANDY NALA
Brandy Nala famous as the place where the army goes to stock up on supplies.
21 GATA LOOPS
After Sarchu one stretch in between Brandy Nalla & Namika La 3815 Mtrs. On road from Manali to Leh, is climb over an elevation of 464m over a distance of 7km zig-zag across 21 hairpin loops.
MORE PLAIN
More plains, endless stretch of 40 Kms. Starts after covering around 4Km. up hill road from Pang towards Tanglang La. This road has an average elevation of 4000 Mtrs. And is flanked by Mountain ranges on both sides. At some places the road runs along the Sumkhel Lungpa River featuring some stunning sand and rock formations.
Rohtang Pass is situated about 51 km from Manali town at an altitude of 4,111 meters (13,400 ft.) on the highway to Key long, is Rohtang Pass. Here one sees the majesty of the mountains at its height and splendor. Rohtang Pass is a high mountain pass on the eastern Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas around 51 km from Manali. It connects the Kullu Valley with the Lahaul and Spiti Valleys of Himachal Pradesh.
BARALACHA-LA (16,800FT)
Bara-lacha la also known as Bara-lacha Pass, or Bārā Lācha La, (el. 4,890 m or 16,040 ft) is a high mountain pass in Zanskar range, connecting Lahaul district in Himachal Pradesh to Ladakh in Jammu and Kashmir, situated along the Leh-Manali highway. The Bhaga river, a tributary of the Chandrabhaga or Chenab river, originates from Surya Taal lake, which is situated a few of kilometers from the pass towards Manali.
LACHUNG-LA (16,300FT)
Lungalacha La is a mountain pass along the Leh-Manali highway. It is located some 54 km from Sarchu and 24 km. from Pang on the Leh-Manali highway. This is one of the easier 16,000 ft (4,880 m) passes and it can be traversed cross-country by moving along the nala [citation needed] on both sides.
CHANG- LA (17,600FT WORLD’S 3RD HIGHEST PASS)
Chang La is a high mountain pass in Ladakh, India. It is the third highest motor able road in the world. The Chang La is on the route to Pangong Lake from Leh. It is falsely claimed that the pass is named after the supposed sadhu Changla Baba, a myth propagated by the dedication of a temple at the pass to the supposed Changla Baba.
KHARDUNG – LA (19,350FT)
The upper Shayok and Nubra rivers drain the east and west sides of the Saser Spur, the eastern most outcrop of the Karakoram. The name Nubra is applied to the district comprising the valley of the Nubra River, and that of the Shayok both above and below their confluence, where they meander in many shifting channels over a broad sandy plain before flowing off to the northwest to joins the Indus in Baltistan.
TANG LANG-LA (17,800FT WORLD’S 2ND HIGHEST PASS)
Brandy Nala, famous as the place where the army goes to stock up on supplies!
NAMIKA LA (12,139 FT)
Namika Pass (el. 3,700 m or Pillar of the Sky Pass is a high mountain pass in the Himalayas Zaskar Range in India along the Srinagar-Leh highway at Namika La is one of two high passes between Kargil and Leh, the other is the even higher Fotu La Pass.
ZOJI LA (11,575FT)
Zoli La is a high mountain pass in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, located on National Highway 1 between Srinagar and Leh in the western section of the Himalayan mountain range. It separates Kashmir Valley to its west from Drass Valley to its northeast.
SURAJTAL LAKE
Suraj Tal Lake is located at a height of 4950 m below the summit of the Baralacha pass in the Lahaul region of Spiti and Lahaul district. The Baralacha Pass connects Mandi as well as Lahaul to Ladakh. Suraj Tal Lake, the source of Bhaga River, is situated at the head of it. Considered to be a sacred water body, Suraj Tal Lake attracts quite a few devotees apart from the general tourists. Particularly in the months of summer, this place becomes abuzz with a huge number of visitors.
PANGONG LAKE
Pangong Lake is an endorheic lake in the Himalayas situated at a height of about 4,350 m (14,270 ft). It is 134 km (83 mi) long and extends from India to Tibet. Approximately 60% of the length of the lake lies in Tibet. The lake is 5 km (3.1 mi) wide at its broadest point. All together it covers 604 km2. During winter the lake freezes completely, despite being saline water.
- Chandigarh Airport pick & Leh-Kargil- Srinagar journey by Innova.
- Accommodation on Twin / Triple sharing basis as per itinerary in hotels/camps mentioned or similarDaily Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Royal Enfield bike 350cc including as per the itinerary from Day 2nd to Day 9th
- Fuel for Bike.
- Experienced tour Guide and Group leaders
- Back up vehicle4*4 and mechanic
- An Oxygen Cylinder 24X7 in the car in case of emergency
- Inner Line permit in Ladakh
- Any Kind of Air, Train, Bus Fare.
- Transit food in Air, Train or Bus journey.
- 5% GST is not included. It will be applicable while billing.
- Cost for the Damage / Repair of Motorcycle, If any.
- Any kind of Biking gears (such as Gloves, knee guard, elbow guard etc)
- Tips to the staff person
- Any entrance fee to the monastery and monuments and camera fees, and monument guide
- Personal expenses such as laundry, phone call etc.
- Any kind of drinks (alcoholic, mineral, and starters)
- Hike in tax, fuel cost, hotel tariff, taxi tariff etc.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the heading “Cost Inclusion”
- Extra nights in hotel due to ill health, flight cancelation or any other reason.
- The services of the vehicle is not included on leisure days & after finishing the sightseeing tour as per the itinerary
- Extensions of the tour programme or diversions in the tour itinerary for any reasons eg. Due to bad weather, road closure, breakdown or any natural calamities.
Itinerary
DAY 00: DELHI – MANALI BY VOLVO JOURNEY
Reporting at Delhi R.K ASHRAM Volvo Station & Departure to Manali by Volvo. Overnight journey in Volvo.
DAY 01: AT MANALI GET YOUR BIKES & PRACTICE RIDE TO SOLANG VALLEY
Morning pick up and transfer to Hotel. After Breakfast then Collect you Bikes & Practice Ride to Solang Valley. By Late noon Back to Manali. Overnight stay at Manali.
Included Meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner
DAY 02: MANALI – JISPA (135 KM / 04 TO 05 HRS.)
Early morning drive to Jispa, driving across Rohthang Pass (13050 ft) and passing through Koksar, Sisu Village, and Tandi All the way drive Along with Chandra River, A short break at Keylong for Tea. After Keylong drive to Jispa Over night stay Hotel in Jispa
Included Meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner
DAY 03: JISPA – SARCHU (140 KM. / 06 HRS.)
After breakfast proceed to Sarchu via Tandi the only Last Fuel station before Leh. On Manali – Leh Road, Keylong District Head quarter of Lahul then Darcha, Deepak Tal, Suraj Tal, Baralacha Pass (15800ft), you can Lunch at Bharatpur. From Bharatpur 40KM Drive to Sarchu. Sarchu is the boundary between Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh (Jammu and Kashmir) Which Is a major halt point with tented accommodation. Overnight stay at Sarchu.
Included Meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner
DAY 04: SARCHU - LEH (240KM / 08-09 HRS.)
Today’s Stretch will be longest and Highest Drive of our tour. So get ready early morning by 06.0AM & start Ride by 06.30AM. After Sarchu we crass Brandy Nala & Climb 21 Gata loop which takes us to Namika – La & Lachung – La (5065). After Sarchu drive in a curving all the way up to pang. From pang we enter in More Plain which is 30 / 40KM flatten straight road up to Driving. From Driving start breathtaking climb up to the mighty Tanglang-La (5360m. worlds second Height Road) from Tanglang la climb down to village Rumtse. Rumtse to Leh almost plain drive via Upashi Karu by late evening reach mysterious Land of Lama Leh. Check in Hotel Rest.
Included Meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner
DAY 05: LEH LOCAL
After Breakfast proceed to Leh local places i.e. Leh palace, Shanti Stupa, Hall of fame. Evening time is free at Leh. Overnight stay at Leh.
Included Meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner
DAY 06: LEH – NUBRA (150 KM / 06 HRS.)
After breakfast proceeds to Nubra, We cross Khardung La (5602m / 18380ft), the world’s highest Motorable pass to enter the Nubra valley. Evening free time at sand dunes where you can enjoy a short camel safari using the double-humped Bactrian camel found here (Optional on Direct Payment). Overnight halt at Nubra Valley.
Included Meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner
DAY 07: NUBRA – TURTUK – NUBRA (120KM / 04 TO 05 HRS)
After Breakfast drive to Turtuk, and a lot of other small villages, were brought under Indian control after the 1971 war, when the Indian army pushed the Pakistan soldiers past the mountains towering the Nubra Valley. Turtuk lies at the extreme corner of the Indian border, and hence its accessibility is the challenge. Due to treacherous roads and sensitive army base camps, permits were not issued to Indian civilians until late 2010. Although the roads are marred by landslides and shooting stones, the 3hour drive from Hunder to Turtuk is nothing less than exceptional. Throughout the journey, one has the company of Shyok, as well as the vistas, that define the barrenness which is characteristic to Ladakh. After visiting we drive to back to Nubra. Overnight stay at Nubra.
Included Meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner
DAY 08: NUBRA – PANGONG (160 KM / 06 HRS)
After Breakfast we depart towards Pangong Lake (14,500ft), through Shyok. We will arrive at Pangong by Late Afternoon. Evening is spent around Pangong Lake and exploring the Area. Overnight Stay at Pangong.
Included Meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner
DAY09: PANGONG – LEH (149 KM / 06HRS)
After Breakfast and a few quick walks along the lake and we point the bikes back toward Leh. It’s a relaxing ride today. Nothing more to achieve than to get into Leh on time. Tonight will be our last night in Leh so the rest of the evening is spent trinket hunting in the bazaar and visiting the Shanti Stupa – a huge structure overlooking Changspa – we ride to the Stupa and spend a half hour on the large terrace below the Buddha. A fantastic view of the Indus valley and the Zanskar Range before us. Too bad they won’t let us bring our barbecue and beers out here….and just as well, for we need to hit the sack early for a long riding day ahead.
Included Meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner
DAY 10: LEH – SARCHU (RIDE 260 KM - 08-09 HRS.)
Oh no, not again! It is time to backtrack over our great Trans-Himalayan adventure on the road to Leh back over all the dirt-tracks, river crossings and terrifying mountain passes. The task may seem daunting but the ride is completely different from the one that brought us in. The landscape seems different on the way out, the perspective changes and we have more time to notice things that we missed the last time around. We will give Pang a miss and ride slightly longer to spend the night at Sarchu, exactly halfway between Leh and Manali. We camp out in the meadows, with a thick blanket of stars to mask out the same fuzzy headache we encountered in Pang – an incredible experience in an incredible place. The same high-altitude rules on fluid intake apply.
Included Meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner
DAY 11: SARCHU – MANALI (215 KM - 07-08 HRS.)
The morning may find us cranking our machines over a few times to get the oil to warm up – an overnight frost may have turned all the lubricants into chocolate syrup. We ride on over the Sarchu plain and assault Baralacha at noon. We are welcomed into Jispa with shades of Lahaul green and the end of the great Himalayan desert. A cheerful ride up the handsome Lahaul ranges and it is time to face the great and wicked Rohthang Pass. We hit the tourist jungles over the other side and wind our way through them (or over them) with mild irritancy – mighty Himalayan conquerors such as us have no time for squealing insects. We ride down the pass through potholes and mini-rivers of mud (and fog if we’re lucky), through to our hotel in Manali for a good hot bath. Dinner with our bikes, with stories of recent adventures and plans for the future. A long ride and much deserved sleep with dreams of high mountain lakes, monasteries and dusty motorcycle trails on a totally different planet.
Included Meals: Breakfast+Lunch+Dinner
DAY 12: MANALI TO DELHI BY VOLVO JOURNEY
The morning after Breakfast free time. Evening Drop to Volvo station for proceed to Manali by Volvo. Overnight in Volvo journey.
Included Meals: Breakfast.
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