Day 1 Delhi-Chandigarh-Bhuntar
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New Delhi
On the first day of your trip, board a Volvo bus to Manali from Delhi/Chandigarh. It will be an overnight journey so make sure that you are well prepared.
Day 2 Bhuntar arrival
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Bhuntar
On the second day after reaching Manali, our Tour Guide will be there to receive you at the Bus stand. After the warm and pleasant welcome, we will take you towards your hotel, where you can rest for a while and after that our Tour guide will provide you the Bikes. This first day is all about connecting your soul to the bikes which you are going to ride for the next 10 days. Local sightseeing is the best way to understand the Himalayan terrain and the riding conditions so we will cover all the local destinations around Manali on that Day. After that, you will return back to your hotel, where you will have a dinner along with a bonfire.
Day 3 Bhuntar to Sarahan
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Sarahan
On the 3rd day we will leave after having the local Kulluvi food towards our next destination Shoja. The route to Shoja from Manali is enough to feel the real vibes of the countryside road. Lush green mountains and gushing Beas river is the common sight on this route. On our route to Shoja, we will cover places like Kullu, Bhuntar, Aut, Banjar and the famous town of Jibhi. These all places are among the most beautiful places in Himachal Pradesh, So just imagine how beautiful your journey is going to be. Shoja is about 108km from Manali, and all this time our team of motorbike expeditions will be just behind you in case of any help required. After reaching Shoja we will check in into our homestays, where local food along with a bonfire will be served to an entire member of the Expeditions.
Duration: 60 minutes
Day 4 Sarahan to Sangla Valley
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Sangla
The 4th day of our journey is the most adventurous day as we will cross the famous Jalori Pass, which is the high-altitude pass connecting inner Siraj to outer Siraj. It’s only after leaving Siraj when one feels the real wrath of Himalayan roads. The roads are offbeat, places are isolated and the presence of tribal lands marks the beginning of Kinnaur region. The entire route from Jalori pass to Kalpa covers places like Aani, Luri and the famous town of Rampur. The ride through these places is a dream ride for many but only a few are able to fulfill it. After reaching Kalpa, Place famous for Apples we will check into the hotels. After having some rest we will meet for dinner where our guide will lay plans for the next day.
Day 5 Sangla Valley to Nako
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Nako
After having a peaceful stay at Kalpa and a delicious local breakfast, we will start our journey to Nako. You will ride up the Hindustan-Tibet Highway, you will see the change in landscape from green to barren and rocky. We will ride along the Sutlej to reach Spello, where our permits will be checked at a police checkpoint. After a 35km journey, we will reach Khab a village located in the Sutlej and Spiti rivers. We will be going through the Spiti river to reach Nako, a small place but beautiful at an altitude of 3660m. This will be the first of the many high altitudes you will experience on this tour. The village is remote and infrastructure is basic here. We will stay for a night at Nako and enjoy village life having our local dinner here.
Day 6 Nako-Tabo-Kaza
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Kaza
On the sixth day after having breakfast, we will leave towards the famous village of Hikkim. This village is located at a distance of 15km from Kaza and is famous for its location for the world’s highest post office. The most unique thing which we do here is, that we send a post from Hikkim to our relatives and loved ones so that this act stays in our memories for life. After that, we visit the famous Ki monastery, the largest monastery in Spiti valley. Komic village is the last village for the day and later by evening we return back to Kaza.
Day 7 Kaza-Hikkim-Komic-Kaza
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Hikkim
On the 7th day, we will head from Nako to Kaza Via Dhankar after having our local Nako breakfast. Dhankar Gompa is a small village known for the Buddhist monastery called Dhankar monastery. The compound contains the monastery and also similar building like monastery that includes the remains of the fort that was built in the 12th Century. From Dhankar after a 35 km journey, we will reach Kaza. Kaza is located at an altitude of 3600 meters above sea level on the Spiti river. Spiti means a middle country between India and Tibet and so is the name. Spiti is a cold desert where rain never comes. We will reach Kaza where we will explore the ancient Sakya Tangyud Monastery. Kaza is known for its beautiful colours. Later we will visit the village and enjoy some local food there.
Duration: 1 minutes
Day 8 Kaza To Jispa
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Jispa
The 10th day is the day where we will start discovering beautiful Ladakh by starting the most adventurous journey of your life from Manali. After kickstarting the Royal Enfield bikes, we will head to India’s top tourist destination Rohtang Pass. As we go up and gain elevation and reach Gulaba Marhi, Kothi and Rohtang Pass, trees will disappear and you will see lush green lands and snowcapped mountains. Driving through huge 12 ft snow walls on both sides of the road will take your breath away. From here you will head towards Tandi, a small and beautiful village where you will see the meeting of Chandra & Bhaga Rivers. Next, we move to Keylong and after that we will reach the final destination of the day Jispa. After checking into the hotels, refuel yourself with a traditional dinner, slip into your cozy beds and sleep.
Day 9 Jispa to Sarchu
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Sarchu
On 11th day after having the traditional Lahauli breakfast, we will leave for Sarchu. On the way to Sarchu from Jispa the roads are in terrible condition, one needs to cross the world-famous Pagal Nala at Zing zing bar, Our Guides at Motorbike Expeditions Ltd will be 24/7 present with you in case of any help making your ride not only adventurous but also the safest. After crossing Zing-zing bar we will cross the world-famous Baralacha-la pass and if you are lucky we can even spot fresh snowfall at this pass. After cross Baralacha-la we will head towards our stay for the night at Sarchu. After reaching Sarchu one can take bath with a hot water shower and soon after that food will be served.
Day 10 Sarchu to Leh
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Leh
On the 15 day we will head towards the famous Nubra valley. Nubra Valley is located at a distance of 120km from Khardung-la and is famous for its double-hump camel. After reaching Nubra we will check in into the hotel and then go for the world-famous double hump camel ride and later explore the famous Diskit Monastery.
Day 11 Leh Local Sightseeing
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Leh
Leh city is one of the most beautiful cities in North India and is known for unique sightseeing places like Magnetic hill, Pathar Sahib Gurudwara, Shanti stupa and Leh Palace. On the 11th day we will explore the above-mentioned tourist places and give our body enough time to acclimatize to such high altitudes. During the evening hours we will explore the local market of Leh and buy some sovnieurs for your dear and near ones.
Day 12 Leh to Pangong Lake
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Pangong Tso
On 14th day we will leave towards the world-famous Pangong Lake in SUV or a traveler. This is the lake where the movie of Amir khan, 3 Idiots was shot. After exploring the place and click some great pictures for your Instagram and Facebook.
Day 13 Pangong Lake-Nubra Valley
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Nubra Valley
On the 15 day we will head towards the famous Nubra valley. Nubra Valley is located at a distance of 120km from Khardung-la and is famous for its double-hump camel. After reaching Nubra we will check in into the hotel and then go for the world-famous double hump camel ride and later explore the famous Diskit Monastery.
Day 14 Nubra Valley_Turtuk_Nubra Valley
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Turtuk
Turtuk is a village and the headquarters of an eponymous community development block in the Indian union territory of Ladakh. It is a small village sandwiched between Karakorum Range and Himalayas Mountains and one of the northernmost villages of India, close to the Line of Control between India and Pakistan. Turtuk is situated in the Nubra tehsil of the Leh district,on the banks of the Shyok River.
Day 15 Nubra Valley To Leh
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Leh
On 17 day after having the Ladakhi breakfast we will head back towards Leh from Nubra. Visiting Khardung-la pass is an adventure in itself as it is the world’s highest motor able pass. One can spent 10 to 15 minutes here clicking pictures and can also have hot tea at army’s canteen. Just imagine yourself sipping hot tea at world’s highest pass, such is a beauty of trip to Leh Ladakh. This ride will cover the Khardung la pass once again so the people who haven’t clicked the picture before can surely click this time. After reaching Leh we will have our dinner and can go for a short walk in Leh.
Day 16 Drop Leh
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Leh
On the final day of our trip, we will greet all our fellow riders and bid them farewell along with best wishes for life in the hope of meeting them soon again. The overnight journey of 12 hours will finally drop you in the nation’s capital Delhi, from where one can continue their journey back home. So if you are planning a trip to Great Himalayas Tour then this itinerary is surely and undoubtedly the best itinerary you can get online. As we have been running tours on the same plan for the past 3-4 years.
