MOTORCYCLE:
Royal Enfield Himalayan 411. Motorcycle rental is included in the tour price.
Upgrade to Himalayan 450: €190
TOUR DESCRIPTION:
The highest passes from Leh to Srinagar.
Join this motorcycle adventure that takes you from the heights of the Himalayas in Leh to the serene Dal Lake in Srinagar. You’ll end your journey with a stay on a beautiful houseboat on Dal Lake, followed by a peaceful Shikara ride and a private dinner on the iconic “Char Chinar” island. With the full moon approaching, expect some unforgettable photo moments!
This tour blends cultural experiences with amazing riding. It’s not designed for off-road enthusiasts but for riders who enjoy a bit of gravel alongside smoother but very scenic roads, stunning landscapes, and rich discoveries. From riding over Umling La, the world’s highest motorable pass, and seeing the blue waters of Pangong Tso Lake, you’ll witness the breathtaking confluence of the Zanskar and Indus rivers, explore ancient monasteries, and marvel at the impressive Drang Drung Glacier.
Traveling through the beautiful regions of Zanskar Valley, Kargil, and Sonamarg, you’ll cross the Zozilla Pass and explore Srinagar’s famous Tulip Garden. By the time you finish your adventure, you’ll have traveled through stunning landscapes and rich cultural experiences, with stories of friendship, adventure, and unforgettable views to share. With carefully planned stops for comfort, food, culture, and exploration, this tour offers a perfect balance of adventure, culture, and excitement. Ready to experience it?
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DETAILS OF THE TOUR
HIGHLIGHTS:
Route Key Highlights
- Itinerary will also be enjoyed by novice or asphalt riders
- World’s highest passes
- Kashmir and Ladakh landscapes, food and culture
- Indus Valley
- Zanskar Valley
- Most famous Ladakh Buddhist Monasteries
Main passes
- Zoji La Pass: 3,528m
- Chang La Pass: 5,360m
- Rezang La: 5,000m
- Umling La Pass: 5,883m
- Tanglang La: 5,338m
- Photi La: 5,524m
- Sirsir La: 4,805m
Lakes
- Dal (1,583m)
- Pangong Tso (4,350 m)
- Tso Kar (4,620 m)
WEATHER:
If you don’t like the weather in the Himalayas, just wait a few hours—it will likely change! The towering peaks create unique microclimates in each valley, causing the weather to shift rapidly. One moment it can be sunny and warm, and just a few hours later, clouds may roll in, bringing cooler temperatures. While our tour takes place during the most favorable season for weather, predicting the temperatures remains challenging. You should be prepared for anything—from bright, sunny days to sudden gusts of cold wind, and chilly nights
MOTORCYCLE GEAR:
Wearing adequate riding gear is an individual responsibility. We strongly recommend “adventure” or hard-shell type boots for this ride. Bring your own gear.
LUGGAGE:
We will be traveling light. Try not to take more than one 20kg luggage piece. It should be dust & water proof. For riding days take with you a small backpack or waterproof bag, with straps, to enable you to attach it to your motorbike.
IMPORTANT, REMEMBER:
Each participant is required to arrange a tourist entry visa to India.
We will be traveling at very high altitudes, be sure you have sunscreen and sunglasses. The tour is rated 5/10 because of the altitude.
During your trip, especially when crossing the highest mountain passes, you may feel symptoms of altitude sickness (AMS). Remember that you must drink a lot of water to minimize this risk. In case you feel sick, we will have an oxygen cylinder with us.
MAXIMUM ALTITUDE:
5,883m - Uming La
meters above seal levelDAY BY DAY TOUR PROGRAM
DAY 1 (10.07.2025 / 0 km)
Arrival in Leh
Attractions: Time for rest and acclimatization after arrival.
DAY 2 (11.07.2025 / 145 km)
Leh – Nyoma
Attractions: Tanglang La (5,338m), Tso Kar salt lake, Puga hot springs.
DAY 3 (12.07.2025 / 200 km)
Nyoma – Uming La – Photi La – Hanle
Attractions: King stage with Photi La (5,524m) & Umling La (5,883m).
DAY 4 (13.07.2025 / 145 km)
Hanle – Pangong Tso
Attractions: Tsaga La (4,633m), Rehang La war memorial.
DAY 5 (14.07.2025 / 190 km)
Pangong Tso – Basgo
Attractions: Chang La (5,360m), the confluence of Indus and Zanskar rivers.
DAY 6 (15.07.2025 / 160 km)
Basgo – Zanglas – Padum
Attractions: Queen stage with the Zangla river gravel road and Sirsir La (4,805m).
DAY 7 (16.07.2025 / 235 km)
Padum – Rangdum – Kargil
Attractions: Rangdum monastery, Drang Drung glacier, Panikhar glacier, Suru Valley.
DAY 8 (17.07.2025 / 125 km)
Kargil – Drass – Zoji La – Sonamarg
Attractions: Drass War Memorial.
DAY 9 (18.07.2025 / 90 km)
Sonamarg – Srinagar
Attractions: Optional sunrise boat tour, visit to the world’s largest tulip garden.
DAY 10 (19.07.2025 / 0 km)
Srinagar
Attractions: Shikara Ride at sunset & cruise to Char Chinar for private dinner.
DAY 11 (20.07.2025)
Fly out from Srinagar.
THE ROUTE MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE DUE TO POLITICAL, SOCIAL REASONS OR WEATHER.
YOUR OPINIONS
FROM GOOGLE
Google rating score: 5.0 of 5,based on 47 reviews
PRICE INCLUDES:
MOTORCYCLE
4X4 CAR
GUIDE
SUPPORT CAR
MOTORBIKE MAINTENANCE
ACCOMMODATION & FOOD
TRANSPORT TO/FROM THE HOTEL
INSURANCE
- Basic travel insurance.
- Tourist Guarantee Fund fee.
- Tourist Support Fund fee.
IMPORTANT: For an additional fee, there is an option to independently extend the insurance within the Signal Iduna Safe Travels and/or Global Rescue partner offer. The price of the tour includes basic travel insurance.
PICTURES & GPX TRACKS FROM THE TOUR
WELCOME PACK
PRICE NOT INCLUDES:
- Airline tickets (tickets should not be bought until the organizer confirms the completion of the minimum group size)
- Tourist entry visa, if required
- Tests and / or vaccinations, if required
- Medical expenses not covered by standard MotoBirds insurance
- Costs not covered by the insurance related to the transport of a participant to the nearest medical center, in case of injury, illness, inability or unwillingness to continue the tour
- Additional, recommended Global Rescue coverage
- Motorcycle fuel
- Motorcycle refundable security deposit: US$500 payable at the start of the tour in cash
- Lunches & dinners in Leh and Srinagar
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Tips
- Entrance tickets to optional tourist attractions: buddhist monasteries, etc.
DEPOSIT FOR THE MOTORCYCLE:
Refundable motorcycle deposit of US$500. Cash payment on site on the first day. If the damage to the motorcycle exceeds the amount of the refundable deposit, the driver is obliged to pay the difference.
