Photo: Saad Faruque ↗THE JOURNEY IN DETAIL
Roads above the clouds.
A loop from Leh through the Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake and the monasteries of the Indus Valley. The first days allow for acclimatisation. Pass crossings depend on weather, permits and road conditions.
With old friends or new ones
Join a group or arrange a separate departure for your own team. Before travelling, we get to know each other, discuss everyone's experience and find suitable dates. You can also prepare together.
DAY BY DAY
Your daily itinerary.
A provisional itinerary. Weather, group readiness and local conditions may change the order and length of the stages.
- DAY 1 · Rest
Arrival in Leh
Transfer and a quiet day without riding to begin acclimatisation.
Overnight: Leh - DAY 2 · Acclimatisation
Leh. Acclimatisation day
Gentle walks, a briefing and a check on how everyone feels.
Overnight: Leh - DAY 3 · Short ride
Indus Valley
Collect the bikes and take a short introductory valley ride if acclimatisation is going well.
Overnight: Leh - DAY 4 · Riding day
Leh → Sham Valley
Ease into the route with stops in the valley settlements.
Overnight: Sham Valley - DAY 5 · Riding day
Return to Leh
A loop ride and a bike check before the passes.
Overnight: Leh - DAY 6 · High-altitude road
Leh → Nubra
Enter the Nubra Valley via an open, permitted pass. The local team makes the final decision.
Overnight: Nubra - DAY 7 · A gentler riding day
Nubra Valley
Explore the valley, with time to recover and check the bikes.
Overnight: Nubra - DAY 8 · Riding as conditions allow
Nubra → Pangong
Ride to the lake by an accessible route. If restrictions apply, return via Leh.
Overnight: Pangong or Leh - DAY 9 · Riding day
Pangong → Leh
Return to a lower altitude and recover.
Overnight: Leh - DAY 10 · Valley / reserve
Alchi and the Indus Valley
An easier alternative route. This day can also serve as a weather reserve.
Overnight: Leh - DAY 11 · Reserve day
Reserve and finish
Return the bikes, enjoy some free time and look back on the journey.
Overnight: Leh - DAY 12 · Departure
Departure
Group transfer to Leh airport.
Overnight: —
Included in the estimated price
11 nights in shared twin rooms and guesthouses
Royal Enfield Himalayan or an agreed equivalent
A local motorcycle guide, mechanic and support vehicle
Breakfasts and dinners
Fuel, group transfers and route permits
Not included in the price
Flights to the meeting point
Personal travel insurance and visas
Personal equipment
Single-room supplements and personal expenses
Lunches, deposit and motorcycle damage
YOUR PREPARATION
Arrive ready for the route.
Confident riding and experience of multi-day trips are required. Altitude needs its own adaptation; fitness does not replace acclimatisation.
Prepare with IvanBEFORE WE MEET ON THE TRAIL
What to prepare in advance
- Full riding kit: helmet, protection, gloves and boots
- Rain gear and waterproof covers
- Documents and insurance for your chosen riding format
- Compact soft luggage without unnecessary weight
Once we choose a date, we agree on the equipment list, meeting point and transfer time. Please wait until the programme is confirmed before booking flights.