Thomas Tours & Travel

Bike Expedition - Delhi Manali Zanskar Leh

INR 28,500/ Per Person

Duration

10 Nights & 11 Days

Route Description

Kullu Manali (1N) – Gonbo Rangjan (1N) – Padum (1N) – Kargil (1N) – Leh (1N) – Nubra (1N) – Pangong (1N) – Tso Moriri (1N) – Sarchu (1N) – Kullu Manali (1N)

Passes Cover

Shinku La (16,580 ft) – Fotu La (13,478 ft) – Namika La (12,140 ft) – Khardung La (17,982 ft) – Baralacha (15,910 ft)

Fixed Departure Dates

May: 29
June: 01, 17, 20
July: 06, 09, 25, 28
August: 13, 16
September: 01, 04, 20

Highlights of the Tour

Complimentary Royal Enfield Himalayan Bike
Total distance covered during the tour - approx. 2,000 KM.
Deluxe Hotels and Swiss Camps with attached bathrooms for Solos, Couples, Friends, and Family.
10 Nights and 11 Days
Experienced Road Captains, Mechanics and Support Staff
Bike Permits and Inner Line Permits
Bike ride on the highest motorable passes in the world - Khardung La and Shinku La
Gongbo Ranjan, Padum, Kargil, Leh, Nubra Valley, Pangong Tso, Tso Moriri

Itinerary

Day 00 Delhi to Manali Overnight

Today you will be boarding a Volvo bus to Kullu Manali from Delhi after 5 PM.
It will be an overnight journey so make sure that you are well prepared.

Day 01 (Manali) Arrival in Kullu Manali

Day 02 (Gonbo Rangjan) Manali to Gonbo Rangjan Via Shikhula Pass

Bike Allotment will be done after breakfast.
Start your bike journey towards Gonbo Rangjan.
Enjoy the scenic ride through lush valleys and winding roads and Shikhula Pass which is one of the highest motarable road of Himachal Pradesh.
Arrive at Gonbo Rangjan by late afternoon.
Settle into your accommodation and rest for the night.

Day 03 (Padum) Gonbo Rangjan to Padum

Begin your ride towards Padum, the administrative center of Zanskar.
Marvel at the rugged landscapes and remote villages along the way.
Arrive in Padum by evening.
Explore the local market and visit attractions like the Zangla Palace if time permits.
Dinner & Overnight Stay in Padum

Day 04 (Kargil) Padum to Kargil

Depart from Padum and head towards Kargil.
Pass through breathtaking landscapes and cross the Suru Valley.
Arrive in Kargil by late afternoon.
Visit the Kargil War Memorial and pay homage to the soldiers.
Dinner & Overnight Stay in Kargil

Day 05 (Leh) Kargil to Leh

Embark on the journey from Kargil to Leh, the capital of Ladakh.
Cross the famous Fotu La Pass and Namika La Pass en route.
Arrive in Leh by late afternoon.
In Route cover Sangam Point, Magnetic Hill, Pathar Sahib Gurudwara, Hall of Fame and Shanti Stupa.
Rest and acclimatize to the higher altitude.
Dinner & Overnight Stay in Leh

Day 06 (Nubra) Leh to Nubra Valley

Wake up to a refreshing morning and enjoy an awesome bike ride as your engines roar through the Nubra Valley, a cold desert with vast landscapes and mountain ranges.
Feel the thrill of crossing one of the World's Highest Motorable Pass, Khardung La.
On your way to Nubra, stay and enjoy the beautiful Budhha Statue and Diskit Monastery.
Once you reach Nubra, enjoy a camel ride in the sand dunes (optional at additional cost). Later deposit your bike keys with the road captain, and enjoy an overnight stay provided in Nubra (Hunder).
Dinner & Overnight Stay in Nubra Valley

Day 07 (Pangong) Nubra Valley to Pangong Tso

Prepare for another day of a daring off-roading experience as you traverse through untamed paths in the high mountains.
The route leads to the beautiful Pangong Tso (lake) via Shyok river or Wari La Pass. It is quite challenging yet thrilling and is generally used by the army.
On arrival, train your sights on the enchanting blue lake. (*In case Pangong Tso is closed then we shall ride back to Leh and do the day excursion to Pangong Tso on the next day in SUV/tempo traveler.)
Once you reach Pangong Tso, enjoy the picturesque lake and magnificent views surrounding you. Later, deposit your bike keys with the road captain, and enjoy an overnight stay.
Dinner & Overnight Stay in Pangong Tso

Day 08 (Tso Moriri) Pangong Tso to Tso Moriri

Depart from Pangong Lake and ride towards Tso Moriri, another stunning high-altitude lake.
Traverse through rugged terrain and vast expanses of the Changthang Plateau.
Arrive at Tso Moriri by evening.
Enjoy the serene surroundings and overnight camping experience near the lake.
Dinner & Overnight Stay in Tso Moriri

Day 09 (Sarchu) Tso Moriri to Sarchu

Start your journey towards Sarchu, a high- altitude camping destination.
Ride through picturesque landscapes and cross the More Plains.
Arrive at Sarchu by late afternoon.
Set up your camps and spend the evening under the starlit sky.
Dinner & Overnight Stay in Sarchu

Day 10 (Manali) Sarchu to Manali

Leave Sarchu and ride back towards Manali.
Enjoy the scenic journey and bid farewell to the majestic mountains of Ladakh.
Arrive in Manali by late afternoon.
Return the rented bikes and check into your hotel for a well-deserved rest.
Dinner & Overnight Stay in Manali

Day 11 Kullu Manali to Delhi Departure

The trip ends today after breakfast, we check out of the hotel at 10 AM and explore the nearby cafes with our fellow travelers, reliving and relishing the beautiful journey that was once a dream and how it has become not just an achievement, but a chronicle!
Leave for Delhi in the evening via an overnight Volvo bus, taking the memories worth a lifetime and friendships to cherish forever!
Breakfast, and Overnight Volvo Journey

List of Accommodation

Kullu Manali: Grand Krisa Resort and Spa / Hotel Rock Manali / Hotel Moniker / Meridian Adventure Camps / Similar
Gongbo Rangjan: Deluxe Guest House / Similar
Kargil: Hotel White Castle / Hotel The Indian Kargil / Similar
Leh: Hotel Mandala / Hotel Karakoram / Hotel Horpo Chubi /Similar
Nubra: River Valley Camps / Dream Villa Cottage / Thomas Camps / Similar
Pangong: 100 Sky Camps / P3 Camps / Pangong Cottage Full Moon / Panaroma Cottage / Similar
Tso Moriri: Hotel Lake View / Similar
Sarchu: Garjha Hills Camps / Gold Drop Camps / Similar
*Stay will be on Triple sharing basis and Twin sharing only for couples.

Price Per Person

2 Person 1 Bike

INR 39,500
1 Person 1 Bike

INR 49,500
Seat in Coach

INR 39,500
Own Bike / Car & Fuel

INR 28,500

Included/Exclude

Complimentary Himalayan Bike with Fuel and Helmet.
Stay in pre-booked Deluxe hotels on triple sharing (double sharing for couples) at Leh, Kullu Manali, Kargil, Gongbo Rangjan, Tso Moriri.
Comfy stay in Swiss Camps with attached washrooms on triple sharing (double sharing for couples) at Nubra Valley, Pangong Tso, and Sarchu.
Buffet Breakfast will be available from Day 2 till Day 11 and Buffet Dinner will be available from Day 1 till Day 10.
The Bikes will be provided from Day 2 in the morning till Day 10 in the evening.
Bike permits and Inner Line Permits for all travelers.
All Permits for the highest motorable passes in the world - Khardung La and Chang La.
Fuel will be provided as per the route mentioned in the itinerary.
Services of an Experienced Road Captain and Motorbike Mechanic from Day 2 in the morning till Day 10 in the evening.
Services of the backup seat in a vehicle for a group of more than 10 motorbikes are restricted for exigencies
First Aid Medical Kit and Oxygen Cylinder at dispersal with the Road Captain
Facility to carry luggage in a separate vehicle restricted to 1 Rucksack/Duffle Bag of 60 Liters per Traveler (kindly refer schedule of charges for additional luggage).
Pre-booked Luxury Semi-sleeper Volvo Seats for travelers from Delhi to Manali on Day 0 (Zero).
Online Certificate on successful completion of the trip.

Personal expenses like Telephone, Laundry, Tips, and Table Drinks, etc.
Any type of Insurance - Medical, Accidental, and Theft.
Any Airfare/Rail fare other than what is mentioned in “Inclusions”.
Pick-up or Drop - Airport, Railway station, or Bus Stop
Cost of any spare part which will be used due to the accidental damage incurred when the motorbike is in rider’s possession.
In case Motorbike is dropped on the way - The cost incurred to transfer/tow, vehicle servicing or maintenance cost.
Any lunch and other meals not mentioned in package inclusions
Security deposit per motorbike of Rs. 10,000/- for accidental damages or dropping back the bike if in case you leave the bike in between the route before the end date of the trip.
Parking, Monastery, and Monument entry fees during sightseeing.
Any cost incurred due to extension, change of itinerary due to natural calamities, road, blocks, vehicle breakdown, union issues, and factors beyond our control
Additional accommodation/food cost incurred due to any delay
Applicable GST
Anything that is not mentioned in the Inclusion sections

Day 00 - The volvo will start between 5PM to 10 PM as per the availability scheduled.
Please make yourself available before 5 PM in Delhi at reporting point which could be Majnu Ka Tila or RK Ashram Metro Station.
The check-in time is 12 noon/early check-in subject to availability of the room.
We have the right to cancel the group if we do not get the minimum strength of bikes in any group.
If there are any additional expenses due to bad weather or any other reason beyond the control of the tour operator on account of a hotel stay, transportation, and meals, etc. extra bill will be raised. Neither we nor the participating partners/hotels will be responsible for the additional expenses.
We are not responsible for any change in itinerary due to reasons beyond our control like change in flight and train schedule, cancellation of flights/trains, political disturbances, natural phenomenon, etc...
If any group member wants to leave the group in-between the tour then he/she will not be eligible for any refund and has to pay the cost for transportation of bike from point of leaving the tour till the tour endpoint.
Group members would have to get their own riding gears. Wearing a helmet, carrying a valid ID proof & Driving license is mandatory.
All guests will be responsible for the safety and security of their own luggage. We will not be at all responsible for the damage / missing / lost luggage. So carry a small daypack bag to carry all the expensive things with you.
Compensation for any damage/accident done by you during the tour to others property/person would be directly payable by you.
Due to any unforeseen weather conditions, road blockage, snowfall, rain, storm, the tour may continue to operate in tempo traveler instead of bikes.
Foreign Nationals have to pay separately on their own for the permits for Khardungla and Pangong Tso.
Basic First Aid Kit - It’ s advised that one should bring his/her own medicines which are known and suitable to him.
Road Captain will be responsible to manage the group by taking all safety measures. The group has to follow him to make the tour a success.
We provide a well-experienced and skilled Royal Enfield Mechanic with spare parts and tools. They are well trained to handle large groups.
The spares used on the way will be chargeable. Backing vehicle – Bolero/Camper/Xylo/Innova/tempo for mechanical and medical support.
In case of an emergency, if any rider is feeling uneasy then he can sit in it and the mechanic will ride the bike.
Only one rucksack/backpack of 60 liters will be adjusted as it will be having tools and spares too.

Optional Add-ons	Amount
Accessories
Knee Pads and Elbow Guards for entire tour package	Rs.750/- Per Person
Riding Gloves for entire tour package	Rs.250/- Per Person
Riding Jacket for entire tour package	Rs.3,000/- Per Person
Combo Offer (Knee Pads + Elbow Gaurds + Riding Gloves + Riding Jacket) for entire package Knee Pads: Rs.750/- Riding Gloves: Rs.250/- Riding Jacket: Rs.3,000/- Total: Rs.4,000/- Discount: Rs.1000/- Amount Payable: Rs.3,000/-	Rs.3000/- Per Person
Bike Upgrades for Extra Day
350CC Royal Enfield without Fuel for Extra Day	Rs.1,500/- Per Bike/Per Day
500CC Royal Enfield without Fuel for Extra Day	Rs.2,000/- Per Bike/Per Day
Royal Enfield Himalayan without Fuel for Extra Day	Rs.2,500/- Per Bike/Per Day
Accommodation and Occupancy
Extra luggage, other than the allowed one 60 liters of rucksack/backpack	Rs.500/- Per Bag/Per Day
Additional Accommodation for Extra Night in hotel on double or triple sharing basis	Rs.2,000/- Per Person/Per Night
Upgrade to Double Occupancy supplement in hotel and camps for entire tour package	Rs.7,500/- Per Person
Upgrade to Single Occupancy supplement in hotel and camps for entire tour package	Rs.15,000/- Per Person

*Subject to availability at the time of payment.

You may book online to reserve your seat or call us at +91 9906972778 on any working day. Alternatively, you may email us at thomastourandtravels@gmail.com for booking and assistance.
Once you paid the 100% amount for your booking, you will get an invoice containing all the information about the trip.

Booking amount 3,000/- (Non Refundable and Non Adjustable)
40 Days before the trip departure 60% of the total cost.
15 Days before the trip departure 100% of the total cost.

Important:

Cancellations are made before 35 to 15 days from the date of travel then 50% of the total trip will be charged.
Cancellations are made between 0 to 15 days from the date of travel then 100% of the total trip will be charged.

Before 15 Days from the Date of Travel - One-time Complementary.
Within 15 Days from the Date of Travel - The cost of rescheduling needs to be paid by the guest subject to amendment charges from hotels and transporters.

Refund amount will be processed within 2 weeks of business days.
All applicable refunds will be done in the traveller’s Bank Transfer only.

FAQs

What is the minimum period needed to fully explore Leh Ladakh?

What should you buy in Ladakh?

The famous things to buy while shopping in Ladakh can be divided into three categories:

● Everyday items: Apricot items, kitchenware, Kurtis, shawls, t-shirts, hats, Chhang (local alcoholic beverage)

● Artefacts: Tibetan handicrafts like Buddha statues, singing bowls, choktse (carved wooden tables painted in colours), prayer wheels, pashmina wool products, carpets & rugs.

● Souvenirs: Jewellery, baskets & bamboo baby cradles, beads, masks.

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