Trip Description
This 23-day ride is built for travelers who want to experience the Himalaya in its raw, ever-changing rhythm. It begins in Delhi, where Mughal history and modern India collide in a single day, then quickly shifts into the hills with a classic rail journey to the cool mountain air of Shimla. From there, the road itself becomes the story. Each day takes you deeper, across green valleys and pine forests, into high-desert landscapes, ancient monasteries, and wide-open plateaus where the horizon feels endless. This route is as much about culture as it is about terrain, passing through the living traditions of Kinnaur and Spiti before rising into Ladakh, where the world grows quieter, higher, and more elemental.
DAY 1 – Arrival in Delhi
You arrive at Delhi airport and are met on exit from the arrivals terminal before being transferred to your hotel. Delhi is both gateway and contrast, a place where wide boulevards and modern towers sit alongside silent tombs and centuries old walls. The first evening is kept simple so you can rest and settle in. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 2 – Exploring Delhi
After breakfast, you spend the day discovering Delhi’s most iconic layers. In Old Delhi, you walk through the atmosphere of Shahjahanabad, visiting the Red Fort and Jama Masjid, then moving through the energetic lanes of Chandni Chowk where the city feels loud, fragrant, and alive. A rickshaw ride carries you deeper into the old markets before you visit Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. Later, you pass through the broad ceremonial heart of Lutyens’ Delhi with photo stops near India Gate and views of Rajpath, Parliament, and the Presidential residence. The afternoon continues with Humayun’s Tomb, a landmark of early Mughal design, followed by Qutub Minar, a towering symbol of Delhi’s medieval past. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 3 – Delhi to Shimla by train
After breakfast, you transfer to New Delhi railway station and travel by train to Kalka. From Kalka, the road climbs into the hills toward Shimla. Once the summer capital of British India, Shimla still carries a colonial mood through its architecture, forests, and mountain views. Later, you receive your Royal Enfield motorcycles. If you feel like it, you can take an easy ride around town to get comfortable with the bike and the mountain conditions. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 4 – Shimla to Sarahan
After breakfast, the ride truly begins as you leave Shimla and head into landscapes that shift from pine covered ridges to valleys lined with orchards and rivers. The route passes through mountain towns like Kufri and Narkanda, then continues toward Rampur, once the capital of the princely state of Bushahar and an old trade hub on the Sutlej River. You may stop to view Padam Palace, known for its gardens and murals. From Jeori, the road climbs steadily to Sarahan, a peaceful mountain settlement and a gateway to Kinnaur. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 5 – Sarahan to Sangla
You ride along the Baspa River into Sangla Valley, a journey that feels increasingly remote and dramatic. Sangla sits among forested slopes and open views toward snow lined ridges. You visit Kamru village and walk up toward the Kamru Fort area, one of the oldest settlements of the region, known for its heritage temples and strong local identity. Later, you settle into your camp in Sangla with time to rest. Overnight at the camp.
DAY 6 – Day ride to Chitkul and back
This morning you ride to Chitkul, the last inhabited village on the Indian side near the Tibetan border. The scenery becomes wilder, the air thinner, and the road ends where the mountains take over. You can visit the temple of the local deity Mathi and take a short walk toward Nagasti, often described as the last civilian point before the frontier. You return to Sangla for a relaxed evening. Overnight at the camp.
DAY 7 – Sangla to Kalpa
You follow the Sutlej River as the valley narrows and the mountains rise sharply around you. Kalpa appears at altitude with strong views toward the Kinner Kailash range, often glowing with early morning light. After checking in, you visit Roghi village, known for apple orchards and a quiet rural atmosphere that feels untouched by time. The evening is open for a slow walk through Kalpa’s lanes and viewpoints. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 8 – Kalpa to Nako
Today the ride takes you deeper into high altitude terrain toward Nako, a small village set around a calm lake at around 3,662 metres. Willow and poplar trees frame the water, and nearby Buddhist temples and the Nako monastery add a spiritual calm to the landscape. Local legends link the area to Guru Padmasambhava and the meditation caves of nearby hamlets. You settle into camp for the night. Overnight at the camp.
DAY 9 – Nako to Kaza via Tabo and Dhankar
You ride into Spiti, where the landscape turns into a cold desert of rock, sky, and distant ridgelines. On the way, you visit Tabo, one of the most revered monastic complexes in the region, founded in 996 and famous for its murals and sacred halls. You then continue to Dhankar, dramatically perched above the valley like a fortress. By evening you reach Kaza, the commercial heart of Spiti, set beside the Spiti River. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 10 – Kaza, Key Monastery and Kibber
After breakfast, you visit Key Monastery, one of Spiti’s largest and most significant institutions for Buddhist learning. You continue to Kibber, one of the highest permanently inhabited villages in the region. Later, you return to Kaza and explore the market streets at your own pace. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 11 – Kaza, high villages or Pin Valley
Today gives you flexibility to choose your focus. You may visit high villages such as Hikkim, Langza, and Komic, or ride into Pin Valley to explore Kungri Monastery. You return to Kaza in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 12 – Kaza to Chandra Tal
You leave Kaza and ride toward Chandra Tal, the Moon Lake, set at around 4,300 metres. The route crosses small villages and Kunzum Pass before reaching the lake. Overnight at the camp.
DAY 13 – Chandra Tal to Keylong
You ride early toward Keylong through Gramphu and Khoksar, descending into greener valleys. Keylong feels like an oasis after the high desert. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 14 – Keylong to Sarchu
You continue north on the Manali–Leh highway, crossing high passes before reaching the plateau of Sarchu at around 4,400 metres. Overnight at the camp.
DAY 15 – Sarchu to Tso Kar
The ride crosses dramatic passes and opens onto the vast More Plains before reaching the salt lake of Tso Kar. Overnight at the camp.
DAY 16 – Tso Kar to Leh
You ride toward Leh crossing Tanglang La, one of the highest motorable passes. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 17 – Leh to Nimo and back
You ride to Nimo, where the Zanskar and Indus rivers meet, then return to Leh. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 18 – Leh to Nubra Valley
You cross Khardung La and descend into Nubra Valley. Overnight at the camp.
DAY 19 – Nubra exploration and return to Leh
You explore Nubra Valley before returning to Leh via Khardung La. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 20 – Leh to Pangong Lake
You ride to Pangong Lake via Chang La. Overnight at the camp.
DAY 21 – Pangong to Leh via monasteries
You return to Leh, visiting Hemis, Thiksey, and Shey monasteries along the way. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 22 – Leisure day in Leh
A free day to rest, explore, or reflect on the journey. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 23 – Leh to Delhi and onward departure
You transfer to Leh airport for your flight to Delhi and onward journey.
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Departure Month
January 2026
Duration
23 Days / 22 Nights
Group Size
According To Need
Location
Ladakh, North India
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