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Duration10 Nights / 11 Days
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Tour TypeMotorcycle Trip
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Start / EndManali to Srinagar
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Max Elevation5,798 m (Umling-La)
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BikeRE 500cc / Himalayan 410
Manali to Srinagar Bike Trip with Umling-La, Hanle & Tso Moriri
Get ready for an adventure through the Himalayas on a motorcycle journey from Manali to Srinagar. The route combines high mountain passes, Ladakh's cold desert, Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake, Hanle, Umling-La, and Tso Moriri before continuing towards Kargil and the Kashmir Valley.
Starting from Prini in Manali and concluding in Srinagar, this 10 Nights / 11 Days expedition traverses the best high-altitude terrain in the Indian Himalayas, backed by complete tour support, mechanical crew, and backup vehicle logistics.
RouteComplete Expedition Route
Manali → Atal Tunnel → Jispa → Baralacha-La → Sarchu → Tanglang-La → Leh → Khardung-La → Nubra Valley → Pangong Tso → Tsaga-La → Rezang-La → Hanle → Umling-La → Tso Moriri → Leh → Lamayuru → Kargil → Zoji-La → Srinagar
Major Highlights
- Atal Tunnel & Chandra Valley
- Suraj Tal & Deepak Tal lakes
- Baralacha Pass & Sarchu campsite
- Tanglang La & Leh cold-desert landscapes
- Khardungla Pass & Nubra Valley sand dunes
- Diskit Monastery & Hunder Village
- Pangong Tso & high-altitude sunset views
- Tsaga-La & Rezang-La War Memorial
- Hanle & Indian Astronomical Observatory
- Umling-La Pass (5,798 m) & Kalatartar Plain
- Tso Moriri Lake & Korzok Village
- Lamayuru Moonland & Lamayuru Monastery
- Sangam (Zanskar & Indus confluence) & Magnetic Hill
- Gurudwara Pathar Sahib & Hall of Fame
- Kargil War Memorial & Mulbekh Monastery
- Zoji-La Pass & Srinagar arrival
Day-Wise Itinerary
Upon arrival in Manali, guests are welcomed and transferred to the hotel. The day is used to settle in, acclimatize, and explore Manali. In the evening, the tour manager conducts a comprehensive briefing session.
- Destination: Manali
- Briefing Focus: Safety measures, riding tips, gear checks, itinerary orientation, and fellow rider introductions
- Overnight: Hotel in Manali
The motorcycle expedition officially begins after breakfast. Ride through the engineering marvel of Atal Tunnel into Chandra Valley, passing Jispa, Deepak Tal, and Suraj Tal before crossing Baralacha Pass down to Sarchu.
- Destination: Sarchu
- Distance: 210 km | Duration: Approx. 8 hours
- Sarchu Altitude: 4,200 m
- Pass Elevation: Baralacha Pass – 16,616 ft
- Highlights: Atal Tunnel, Jispa, Chandra Valley, Suraj Tal, Deepak Tal, Baralacha Pass
- Overnight: Campsite in Sarchu
Ride across the high mountain plateaus and conquer the high pass of Tanglang La, descending into the heart of Ladakh. Arrive in Leh, check in, and enjoy free time exploring Leh Market before dinner.
- Destination: Leh
- Distance: 250 km | Duration: 9–10 hours
- Leh Altitude: 3,524 m
- Highlights: Tanglang La, cold-desert landscapes, Leh Bazaar
- Overnight: Hotel in Leh
Ride over the world-famous Khardungla Pass and descend into the picturesque Nubra Valley. Explore the massive Maitreya Buddha statue at Diskit Monastery and ride through the sand dunes of Hunder.
- Destination: Nubra Valley
- Distance: 130 km | Duration: Approx. 5 hours
- Nubra Altitude: 3,048 m
- Highlights: Khardungla Pass, Diskit, Diskit Monastery, Hunder Village sand dunes
- Overnight: Campsite in Hunder Village
Start early from Hunder and ride through scenic river valleys and remote settlements toward Pangong Tso. Arrive in the late afternoon to experience the changing colors of the lake at sunset.
- Destination: Pangong Lake
- Distance: 180 km | Duration: Approx. 8 hours
- Pangong Altitude: 4,250 m
- Highlights: Shyok River route, Pangong Tso lake views, sunset reflections
- Overnight: Campsite at Pangong Tso
Ride along Pangong Lake through Chushul, pay homage at the Rezang-La War Memorial, cross Tsaga-La Pass, and continue past Loma Bend into the Changthang plains towards Hanle. Visit the Indian Astronomical Observatory under spotless night skies.
- Destination: Hanle
- Distance: 180 km | Duration: 6–7 hours
- Hanle Altitude: 4,550 m
- Highlights: Rezang-La War Memorial, Tsaga-La Pass, Loma Bend, Changthang wildlife, Hanle Observatory
- Overnight: Campsite in Hanle
Perform morning bike checks and ride through Hanle Bridge into the loose sandy tracks of Kalatartar Plain. Scale the world-record height of Umling-La at 5,798 m, celebrate at the summit, and ride across remote Changthang tracks to Tso Moriri.
- Destination: Tso Moriri via Umling-La
- Distance: 220 km | Duration: 7–8 hours
- Umling-La Altitude: 5,798 m
- Highlights: Hanle Bridge, Kalatartar Plain off-road sand, Umling-La summit, Tso Moriri Lake
- Overnight: Campsite/homestay at Tso Moriri
Explore Tso Moriri and Korzok Village in the morning. Ride back toward Leh via Mahe Bridge and the scenic Indus River canyon road.
- Destination: Leh
- Distance: 220 km | Duration: 7–8 hours
- Route: Tso Moriri → Mahe Bridge → Indus River route → Leh
- Highlights: Korzok Village, Indus River canyon riding
- Overnight: Hotel in Leh
Ride west on the Leh–Srinagar highway. Stop at the Hall of Fame, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Magnetic Hill, and the Sangam confluence of Indus and Zanskar rivers. Cross Fotu La, observe the lunar landscape of Lamayuru Moonland, and reach Kargil.
- Destination: Kargil
- Distance: 220 km | Duration: 6–7 hours
- Kargil Altitude: 2,676 m
- Highlights: Hall of Fame, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, Magnetic Hill, Sangam, Lamayuru Monastery & Moonland
- Overnight: Hotel in Kargil
Final day on the saddle. Visit the historic Kargil War Memorial in Drass and Mulbekh rock-carved Buddha. Cross the rugged, dramatic curves of Zoji-La Pass into Sonamarg and ride into the lush Kashmir Valley to reach Srinagar.
- Destination: Srinagar
- Distance: 224 km | Duration: Approx. 8 hours
- Srinagar Altitude: 2,800 m
- Highlights: Kargil War Memorial, Mulbekh Chamba statue, Zoji-La Pass, Kashmir Valley
- Overnight: Hotel in Srinagar
Enjoy breakfast and check out from the hotel. The team assists with your transfer to Srinagar Airport for your journey home, concluding the Himalayan motorcycle expedition.
- Endpoint: Srinagar
- Airport transfer assistance and tour conclusion
Pickup Point & Trip Details
- Starting Point: Keylinga Inn, Major District Road 29, Prini, Manali, Himachal Pradesh
- Ending Point: Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir
- Tour Duration: 10 Nights / 11 Days
- Route Length: Approx. 1,800+ km of Himalayan riding
Tour Inclusions
- Tour Completion Certificate
- Accommodation on triple-sharing basis (Double-sharing for couples)
- Breakfast and dinner throughout the tour
- Inner Line Permits for the entire itinerary
- Royal Enfield 500cc or Himalayan 410 on demand
- Fuel for the mentioned itinerary
- Complimentary riding jacket
- Knee guard
- Helmet for rider and pillion
- Backup support vehicle
- Skilled mechanic
- Tour Marshal
- Daily bike maintenance & spare parts support
- First-aid box in support vehicle
- 24/7 oxygen cylinder in support vehicle
- Sightseeing and excursions mentioned in the itinerary
Tour Exclusions
- Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions
- Bike damage costs
- Expenses caused by unforeseen events (landslides, roadblocks, weather closures)
- Personal monument/monastery entrance fees
- GST @ 5%
Things to Carry
- Thermal shirts & warm layers
- Valid driving licence & ID proof (mandatory)
- Comfortable riding boots
- Postpaid Airtel or Jio SIM card
- Warm jacket & raincoat
- Camera & high-capacity power bank
- Comfortable clothes & cap
- Personal medication kit
- UV sunglasses & sunscreen
- Personal toiletries
Cancellation Policy
| Cancellation Timing | Refund Percentage |
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| Before 30 days of departure | 80% refund |
| Before 15 days of departure | 50% refund |
| Before 7 days of departure | 30% refund |
| Within 7 days of departure | Non-refundable |
Refunds are calculated as a percentage of the total trip cost.







