The experience
The connoisseur's direction across the Himalaya. Beginning low in Srinagar's Mughal gardens, you rise gently through Sonmarg and over Zoji La into Ladakh - a gradient that acclimatises you the way the body prefers - past Lamayuru and Leh to the great passes, before the long, dramatic drop over Tanglang La and Baralacha back down to the cedars of Manali.
The climb
You'll climb to 5,360 metres.
This journey rises to 5,360m. Hover any point to see that day's altitude.
Signature moments
The moments you'll remember.
Good to know - full transparency
Altitude transparency: starting in Srinagar (5,200 ft) and rising slowly to Leh is the gentler acclimatisation profile, which is why many seasoned travellers prefer this direction - but the high camps and passes are the same, so we still keep a measured pace and watch for AMS. Long no-fuel and no-network stretches, Inner Line awareness near the LoC, and weather-dependent passes all apply.
Seasonal advisory
- Both Zoji La (Srinagar side) and the Manali-Leh passes are open only about June to September/early October.
- Afternoon snow-melt streams on the Pang-Sarchu stretch are easiest crossed early - mornings start at dawn.
- Carry cold-weather layers throughout; even mid-summer nights at Leh and Sarchu are near freezing.
What's included
- 10 nights stay on triple-quad sharing (Srinagar, Kargil, Leh, Nubra, Pangong, Sarchu, Manali)
- Volvo bus Manali → Delhi
- Complimentary riding jacket, helmet, gloves & knee pads
- All meals per itinerary (breakfasts & dinners)
- Royal Enfield Himalayan rental (biking option) OR tempo traveller (SUV option)
- Fuel for bike as per itinerary (biking option)
- All inner-line permits including Turtuk
- RE mechanic, mechanical & luggage backup
- 24×7 oxygen cylinder for emergencies
- Team captain throughout the trip
- 5% GST inclusive
Not included
- Airfare into Srinagar
- Any monument entry fees or permits not listed
- Personal expenses, tips, laundry, room heaters
- Extra stays caused by weather or road closures
- Any damage to the bike
The gallery
