Riders from Delhi have two choices: ride the whole way, or fly to Leh and ride the Ladakh loop from there. Both are good trips, but they are different trips.
Two ways to do it
| Ride from Delhi | Fly to Leh and ride from there | |
|---|---|---|
| Road | About 1,000 km via Manali, over high passes | None to get there; the ride is the Ladakh loop |
| Season | The Manali to Leh road is usually open May to October | Our trip runs April to October |
| Altitude | You gain height over several days, and Sarchu is high | Rest day in Leh at about 3,500 m on day 1 |
| Support | Your own planning, or a group that arranges it | Mechanic, backup vehicle, permits and stays included |
| What you see | Manali, Lahaul, high passes and the Indus valley | Khardung La, Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake, Chang La |
Riding from Delhi
The route runs from Delhi to Manali, through the Atal Tunnel, and over the Manali to Leh highway, which is about 428 km. You plan the rooms, fuel stops, repairs and permits yourself, and the road is open only part of the year.
Flying to Leh and joining a guided ride
A flight from Delhi to Leh takes about an hour and a half. Our Ladakh bike trip starts and ends in Leh: we meet you at the airport, you rest on day 1, and the ride covers Khardung La, Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake and Chang La, with the bike, fuel, mechanic, backup vehicle and permits included.
Which should you choose?
Choose the road from Delhi if the long journey is the point and you are comfortable planning it. Choose to fly if you want to spend your days on the Ladakh loop, start acclimatised, and have the support in one price.
Questions
How far is Delhi to Leh by bike?
About 1,000 km via Manali. The Manali to Leh highway itself is about 428 km.
Do you run a Delhi to Leh bike trip?
No. Our Leh Ladakh bike trip starts and ends in Leh. You fly from Delhi to Leh.
When can you ride from Delhi to Leh?
The Manali to Leh road is usually open from May to October, depending on snow.
How long is the flight from Delhi to Leh?
About an hour and a half.
How much does the Leh Ladakh bike trip cost?
From ₹19,999 per person for two riders sharing a Himalayan 411, plus 5% GST. Solo riders and the Himalayan 450 cost more.
Is it safer to fly to Leh than to ride from Delhi?
Flying skips the long road and the high nights before Leh, but you must still rest on arrival, because Leh is at about 3,500 m.
