Itinerary

Day 1 | Arrive Manali
Arrive in Manali, our team will receive you at Manali Airport and transfer you to your hotel in Manali, day free for leisure.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2 | In Manali 
Day free to rest and to Acclimatize in Manali. you can also take your cycle for a shorty ride and get a feel and handle of your ride.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3 | Manali to Marhi ( 34 Kms )
This is our first ascent as we begin to “warm up” for the tough ride ahead. Cycling out of Manali through an evergreen area of pine and deodar trees we tackle the first set of many hairpin bends and switchbacks on the way to the Rohtang pass. Cycling distance: 34 Kms / Altitude: 3320 m (10,890 ft)
Overnight at Cottage / Camp

Day 4 | Marhi to Keylong ( 70 Kms )
We start the day by finishing the 12km ascent to the Rohtang pass, where if the whether is fine there are some lovely scenic views on the horizon of snow covered peaks and Glaziers. Once we have refreshed ourselves in Rohtang, we leave the lush vegetation behind and continue with a descent to Gramphu and the on to Khoksar and continue a short and easy ride to Sissu in the foothills of the Pir Panjal range. From here a short ride to Keylong crossing mountain streams flowing over the road. Cycling distance: 70 Kms / Altitude: 3350 m (11,000 ft)
Overnight at Hotel

Day 5 | Keylong to Patseo ( 43 Kms )
A relatively easy day cycling up to Patseo. The terrain is much more arid and the new Tarmacked  Manali / Leh highway makes the ride more enjoyable.  Passing the hamlet of Jispa we come out of a gorge and descend downhill before starting the ascent to Patseo. We now get a sense of the isolation of the area, with a few sheep dotted around and we begin to enter the territory of the Lamas. In the far horizon you can see the bleak and awesome spectacle of the Higher Himalayan ranges. Cycling distance: 43 Kms /  Altitude: 3820 m (12,500 ft)
Overnight at Camp

Day 6 | Patseo to Sarchu ( 63 Kms )
Hard long climb to the Baralacha La Pass but the rewards are great as you travel through this wild and scenic country. The pass is arid with no vegetation, the sides of the mountains looking more like a quarry covered with loose rocks and scree. As we descend the gorge area of Bharatpur we will cross mountain rivers before reaching our destination. Cycling distance: 63 Kms /  Altitude: 4255 m (13,975 ft)
Overnight at Camp

Day 7 | Day for Rest
Day for rest to acclimatize and absorb the magnificent surroundings.
Overnight at Camp

Day 8 | Sarchu to Whisky Nala ( 47 Kms / )
The day starts with some easy cycling but we are soon tackling the zig-zag “21 loops of Gata” at 15,030ft up the canyon wall. Once we reach the summit of the Nakeela Pass its downhill to Whisky Nullah. The day passes some beautiful arid mountain scenery of the high ranges. Cycling distance: 34 miles (56 km) Altitude: 4750 m (15,800 ft)
Overnight at Camp

Day 9 | Whisky Nala to Moray Plains ( 82 Kms )
We start by ascending the second highest pass on the Manali-Leh highway up to Lachalang La. Then we have a long descent to Pang down a steep sided gorge followed by a 8km switchback climb before reaching the flat top of the Moray Plains. This barren area is known for its extreme temperatures in the morning and evening, fast winds and sandstorms. The only sign of life is the hardy Nomadic Changpas who can be seen tending their yaks in this most desolate place. We camp at Debring 20km below the Manali-Leh highways highest pass, the Tanglang La at 5,360m. Cycling distance: 82 km /  Altitude: 4835 m (15,600 ft)
Overnight at Camp

Day 10 | Debring to Rumptse ( 46 Kms )
This is a challenge indeed, but truly satisfying when you reach the top, before we set off down the exhilarating 1,200m descent of switchbacks to the village of Rumptse. Cycling distance: 46 Kms / Altitude: 4260 m (14,000 ft)
Overnight at  Cottage / Homestay

Day 11 | Rumptse to Leh ( 76 Kms )
As we continue the descent to Upshi the scenery changes dramatically as we arrive in a fertile irrigated valley by a river dotted by pretty villages and Stupas. The spectacular red colored mountains around us add to the beauty and richness of the scenery. Crossing the Indus River the road improves as we follow the other road users towards Leh. This is an easy ride as we pass the Thiksey Monastery and the Chortens Garden before we reach Leh. Cycling distance: 76 Kms /  Altitude: 3600 m (11500 ft)
Overnight at Hotel

Day 12 | In Leh
Taking a rest from the bikes today you have the chance to explore Leh and some of its twisting narrow streets, explore some of the more famous sites, such as Leh Palace or the Sakar Gompa monastery.
Accommodation: Guest house

Day 13 |  Leh to The Khardung – La Pass and back ( 39 Kms per way )
We will set of for the Khardung – La Pass as soon as light comes up. Cycling 39 Kms and gaining 2,000m (6600 feet), this is the ultimate challenge of the trip. It is one of the highest motorable road in Indian and the world taking you to a dizzy 5,359m! The view from the top is spectacular, stretching from the Indus valley in the South over the endless peaks and ridges of the Zanskar range to the giants of the Saser Massif in the North. You can feel proud of a true achievement as you finish the trip with your final satisfying descent. Cycling distance : 78 Kms /  Altitude: 3600 m (11500 ft)
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 14 | Departure
On time transfer to airport to board departure flight for Delhi.

END OF TOUR

Thing to do extra

– Authentic Local Food

–  Cycling through the Himalayas

–  Boating and Rafting – In Manal

– Hiking in the mountains

– Meditation and yoga

– Visit local market

– Photography

If you don’t like the weather in the Himalayas just wait for a few hours and it will change. The Himalayas are so high that they make their own weather, it can be bright and sunny and in a few hours it may get cloudy and cold.

It is very difficult predict the weather so you have to be prepared for it, in day time it can be bright and sunny and as the sun goes down the temperatures plummets in the higher mountains.

So you have to be prepared for days with bright sun shining, sudden guest of strong cold winds and very cold night.

Food and Meal

Meals Included in the Tour – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Breakfast – Our daily breakfast will be at the hotels where we stay.

Lunch – Daily lunch will be at small midway joints or it will be an picnic Lunch at some places where our team will cook food for you and serve it hot.

Dinner – Our daily dinner will be at the hotels / Camps / Guesthouse where we stay. Dinner in Manali & Leh is not included in the package as there are lots of good local restaurants in both cities where you can go out and enjoy a meal.

Food is a very essential part of these trips. We make sure that the meals we offer is method delicious, unless you ask for dull meals. You are also permitted the choice of veggie or non-vegetarian meals. We suggest that you consume only the bottled standard water that we will carry for you.

Getting there

STARTS AND END POINT OF TOUR

The Tour starts and ends at Manali, you can reach Manali by Air from Delhi ( Bhuntar  Airport in Kullu ) or take a cab / Bus from Delhi to Chandigarh to reach here.

You need physical & mental fitness for this trip.

Advanced
-can ride for five to six hours
-extensive riding experience
-assistance on demand (if required)
-experienced with riding a variety of terrains
-comfortable with any terrain and weather conditions

Including the package cost

1. 13 Nights accommodation in Hotels / Guesthouses on twin / double share basis of rooms, or as per plan.
2. Breakfast, Lunch &  Dinner for duration of tour Starts from Day 1 to Last Day BF ( Except Lunch & Dinner at Manali & Leh ).
3. All entry fees as per itinerary.
4. All government and local taxes.
5. Accompanying team with backup vehicle from Manali to Leh
6. Mountain Cycles for the trip.
7. Luggage vehicle.
8. Cycling guide on cycle.
9. First Air with Medical backup with oxygen (O2) & AMS pack.
10. Walkie-Talkie sets for communication between backup vehicle and cyclist.
11. Guidance to best places for Meals at Pay N Eat ( if any).
12. Bottled water for duration of Trip from Day cycling starts in Manali to Leh.

Not including the cost

1. Stay for extra days if any ( we can make bookings for you )
2. Flights to the destination.
3. Lunches in Manali & Leh.
4. Dinner in Manali & Leh.   
5. Extra food Like Starters /Lunch /Dinner all over Pay & Eat ( if Any outside the venue)
6. Midway snacks.
7. Any optional activities in Manali & Leh
8. Any damage/fine/ cost.
9. Any damages /fine/ Insurance
10. Any Visa charges.
11. Extra guide fee, Camera & Video fee ,Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Phone
12. Any activity apart from mentioned ones.
13. Any cost arising out of unforeseen circumstances like damage accruing from land blocks, bad weather etc.
14. Any medical expenses incurred during the trip or travel insurance
15. Anything not mentioned in inclusions
16. Insurance for or against accidents, loss of life, theft etc.
17. GST on Billing

Price / Dates & Availability

Things to carry – some esencials 

Footwear

• Cycling shoes
• Sun cream lotion
• Relaxed shoes for walking
• Shoes for other sightseeing
• Socks

Clothing

• In Indian, the conventional of outfit is more traditional. We counsel you to prevent very short shorts/skirts and limited tops/tank tops when viewing small non-urban places, temples, mosques or other sacred sites as this may limit your access.
• A hotter set of outfits (Fleece, Coat, hat and gloves) are required for visits going through Munnar and other thin air places.
• Water resistant jacket.
• Riding a bike equipment like safety gloves and shorts.

Others

• Torch
• Mosquito repellent
• Eyewear, cap
• Sun lotion of spf at least 35
• Individual Bike riding equipment like bar finishes, pedals, chairs and headgear
• Helmets for riding a bike