Manali – Leh – Srinagar

The journey

Ride Royal Enfield Himalayans over five of the world's highest motorable passes, camp at Pangong Tso and Nubra's sand dunes, and finish through the Zoji La into Kashmir.

• Khardung La & Chang La
• Pangong Tso lakeside camp
• Nubra double-hump camels
• Backup vehicle & mechanic

Day by day

1. D1

   Arrive Manali

   Bike allotment, test ride and briefing.

2. D2

   Manali → Jispa

   Over the Atal tunnel into Lahaul, ride along the Bhaga river.

3. D3

   Jispa → Sarchu → Leh (via Pang)

   Baralacha La, Gata loops and the More plains. Night at Sarchu.

4. D4

   Sarchu → Leh

   Cross Tanglang La (17,480 ft) into Leh.

5. D5

   Leh rest day

   Acclimatise: Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace, local markets.

6. D6

   Leh → Nubra

   Over Khardung La to the dunes of Hunder.

7. D7

   Nubra → Pangong Tso

   Via the Shyok road to the shores of Pangong.

8. D8

   Pangong → Leh

   Ride back via Chang La (17,590 ft).

9. D9

   Leh → Kargil

   Magnetic hill, Lamayuru moonland, Fotu La.

10. D10

    Kargil → Srinagar

    Drass, Zoji La and the green Sonamarg valley to Srinagar.

Where you'll stay

Boutique stays. Hand-picked camps, lodges and boutique hotels, chosen for their setting and their welcome.

What's included

Safety & good to know

• Each day begins with a briefing on the route, weather and what to carry.
• Local guides who know the terrain walk with you throughout.
• Permits and transfers are arranged before you arrive.
• This journey reaches high altitude — see what thin air does in our altitude explorer, and tell your trip planner about any health conditions.
• Your trip planner sends a packing list and preparation advice before you travel.

Questions