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Motorcycle travelers choosing a shared or solo Royal Enfield ride through Nubra and Pangong.
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Himalayan route dossier / Ladakh
6-Day Leh Ladakh Motorcycle Expedition
Ride from Leh across Khardung La to Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake, returning via Chang La. A 5-night, 6-day motorcycle expedition with bike and stay options.
5 nights / 6 daysDurationHigh altitudeDifficultyMotorcycleTravel styleOn requestTravelersLehStart & finish
LANDSCAPES ALONG THE WAY
Ladakh gallery
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THE EXPEDITION AT A GLANCE
Trip overview
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TIME AWAY6 days
START / FINISHLeh → Leh
TRAVEL STYLEMotorcycle
CHALLENGEHigh altitude
TYPICAL SEASONApril to October; next departures on request*
GROUP SIZEGroup size on request
PREPARATION TO DISCUSS
Valid driving licence for riders, government photo ID, suitable riding layers, gloves and essential personal medicines. Confirm equipment and luggage requirements.
ROUTE OVERVIEW
Route through Ladakh
Leh → Khardung La → Nubra Valley → Pangong Lake → Chang La → Leh
- 01Leh
- 02Khardung La
- 03Diskit
- 04Hunder
- 05Nubra Valley
- 06Shyok
- 07Pangong Lake
- 08Chang La
- 09Thiksey
- 10Leh
Roads and overnight stops may change with weather and access. Ask for the current route plan before booking.
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ROUTE SHAPE · CONFIRM THE OPERATING ITINERARY BEFORE YOU CHOOSE
Is this trip for you?
A more useful starting point than a photograph: who this route suits, how the travel feels and what to clarify before you request a place.
Travel pace
Arrival rest and a Leh sightseeing day followed by consecutive high-altitude riding days.
Vehicle & support
Himalayan/Scram 411cc or Himalayan 450cc, selected as two riders sharing one bike or a solo rider. Fuel and a helmet are included; refundable bike deposit ₹6,000.
Altitude & readiness
The route starts at high-altitude Leh and crosses Khardung La and Chang La. The first day is reserved for acclimatization.
DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE OUTLINE
Day-by-day itinerary
This route outline adds detail for comparing trips, but it is not a confirmed operating itinerary. Daily road hours, named stops, overnight stays, meals and any acclimatization day must be confirmed for the departure you request.
DAY 01Arrive in Leh and acclimatizeLeh Airport → Leh hotel
Airport pickup and hotel check-in. Keep the day for rest and gentle acclimatization; the captain gives the tour briefing. Dinner and overnight stay in Leh.
DAY 02Leh local sightseeingLeh → Shanti Stupa → Leh Palace → Magnetic Hill → Sangam → Leh
Visit Shanti Stupa, Leh Palace, Magnetic Hill, the Indus–Zanskar confluence, Gurudwara Pathar Sahib and Spituk Monastery. Return via Leh Market; breakfast and dinner included.
DAY 03Ride to Nubra via Khardung LaLeh → Khardung La → Diskit → Hunder → Nubra
Ride across Khardung La into Nubra Valley, visiting Diskit and the Hunder sand dunes. Optional activities are charged separately. Dinner and overnight hotel/camp stay in Nubra.
DAY 04Nubra to Pangong LakeNubra → Shyok → Durbuk → Tangtse → Pangong
Follow the Shyok route toward Pangong Lake. Enjoy lakeside views and sunset, with breakfast, dinner and an overnight camp stay.
DAY 05Pangong to Leh via Chang LaPangong → Chang La → Karu → Thiksey → Shey → Leh
Return over Chang La, with monastery and palace stops listed in the itinerary as access allows. Reach Leh for dinner and an overnight stay.
DAY 06Depart from LehLeh hotel → Leh Airport
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Leh Airport for your onward journey. The 5-night, 6-day motorcycle expedition ends in Leh.
Route geography
Journeys across
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Illustrative route overview · Not to scale
PREPARE WITH CLARITY
Before departure
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Stay & meals
Accommodation standard, room sharing, meal schedule and dietary options for the current route.
Vehicle & support
Motorcycle or vehicle model, support crew, luggage arrangements and what happens if a vehicle needs help.
Permits & inclusions
Required documents, permits, entry fees, fuel, transfers and any costs outside the quoted price.
Safety & altitude
Acclimatization plan, first-aid arrangements, emergency contacts and the weather contingency process.
What to bring
Ask for the current packing list, protective gear guidance and any personal items needed for your route.
Documents & permissions
Confirm accepted photo ID, driving licence requirements for riders, permits, application lead time and who arranges each document for your route.
Insurance & contingency
Ask what activity and altitude your personal policy must cover, who to call during the trip and how weather or access changes are handled.
PRICE WITH NO SURPRISES
Price & inclusions
The “from” price is indicative. Before paying a deposit, request a written quote for your dates that states exactly what is included, what is not, and how changes or cancellations are handled.
Per-person brochure prices. Double-sharing stay costs ₹2,000 extra per person; refundable bike deposit ₹6,000 per bike. 5% GST is extra unless explicitly included in the final quote. Backup vehicle travel: ₹1,500 per person per day. Other optional services and loading costs are extra.
Read the original brochure (PDF)What is included
- Five nights at hotels, guesthouses or camps as per the itinerary; room-sharing upgrades cost extra.
- Dinner on arrival, breakfast and dinner on the intervening stay days, and breakfast on departure.
- Selected Royal Enfield motorcycle, itinerary fuel and complimentary rider/pillion helmet.
- Tour captain, mechanic, marshal and on-route mechanical support as described in the brochure.
- Leh airport pickup and drop; scheduled travel and sightseeing.
- Inner-line permits for Nubra/Pangong, Ladakh Union and environmental charges.
- First-aid kit, oxygen cylinder, oximeter and ground support.
What costs extra
- 5% GST unless the final package quote explicitly includes it.
- Flights to/from Leh, unspecified meals/lunches, snacks and beverages.
- Monument entry tickets, camera/activity fees and personal expenses.
- Motorcycle damage and parts required because of rider negligence or mishandling.
- Refundable ₹6,000-per-bike security deposit, paid separately before riding.
- Backup vehicle seats/loading, additional rider and optional gear or media services at the brochure rates.
- Heaters, insurance, medical evacuation and extra stays or travel caused by delays, weather or road closures.
Brochure arrangements are subject to availability and route access. Confirm the selected package option, departure, payment schedule and cancellation terms in your written quote.
START WITH A DATE THAT WORKS FOR YOU
Preferred travel dates
Ask about the next operating dates, or enter your preferred start on the booking form.
Availability, route operation and final pricing are confirmed personally by the expedition team. BEFORE YOU REQUEST A PLACE
Questions before booking
We want you to understand the trip before you decide.
Who is this expedition best for?+
Motorcycle travelers choosing a shared or solo Royal Enfield ride through Nubra and Pangong.
Are these confirmed departure dates?+
No. The dates shown are suggestions for your enquiry. The team will confirm the current operating schedule and availability before accepting a booking request.
What does the displayed price include?+
The price is indicative. Ask for a written trip quote that lists accommodation, meals, vehicle or motorcycle, support, permits, fees and exclusions for your selected dates.
What happens if road or weather conditions change?+
MountainBea will review local conditions with you and explain any route or timing changes before travel. Ask for the current contingency and emergency plan.
How should I prepare for altitude?+
The route starts at high-altitude Leh and crosses Khardung La and Chang La. The first day is reserved for acclimatization.
Which vehicle and support are included?+
Himalayan/Scram 411cc or Himalayan 450cc, selected as two riders sharing one bike or a solo rider. Fuel and a helmet are included; refundable bike deposit ₹6,000.
What should the final quote explain?+
Ask for an itemized written quote covering accommodation, meals, vehicle or motorcycle, fuel, crew, permits, fees, transfers, exclusions, payment schedule and cancellation terms for your date.
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