Leh Ladakh Bike Trip: A Trip to Heaven

Overview

Visiting Leh Ladakh is often an excellent experience as these places have a ton of natural beauty. There are a number of attractions in Leh Ladakh that are filled with primeval beauty. The list is a composite of famous ancient monasteries, other shrines, palaces of royalty,  wildlife safaris, adventure activity spots and more. With a unique characteristic lining Ladakh Buddhism is a mixture of Indo-Tibetan language as well making it a place which is worth paying a visit. This beautiful hilly area, is visited always by an outsized number of locals also as foreign tourists. It is both a well- liked summer and a winter vacation destination. Its untouchable beauty, snow-capped mountain peaks, greenery and secluded places also attract a lot of honeymooners. That’s not all. With the range of adventure activities it offers such as  trekking, mountain biking, rafting, mountaineering. It’s also well known among adventure enthusiasts.

Leh tour

Situated at an altitude of about 3,505 meters, Leh is the most beautiful and easily accessible place in Ladakh. The city is the commonest entry point for the Ladakh region. Leh serves as an ideal base for tourists traveling to Ladakh, India.Leh has a number of beautiful monasteries and historical monuments that are the biggest attraction for Leh. Clear touches form a perfect picture postcard under mountains within the background rugged terrain covered with snow. 

Things to consider

If you want to get high on adrenaline, then these are some exhilarating things that you must consider on your Leh Ladakh bike trip.

Experience the Magic of Nubra Valley

Spontaneity is what strikes one’s mind when one reaches the famous Nubra Valley. The valley is known as “Valley of Flowers” referring to the beautiful and colorful blooming flowers that are worth a visit to Nubra Valley. This is one of the only   found treasures of Ladakh that you  must visit on your bike trip to Ladakh.

Find Solitude at Shanti Stupa

On top of a hill, the famous Shanti Stupa is situated at a height of 4267 m. Offering panoramic views of Leh, watching the sunrise or a stunning sunset of Shanti Stupa is a must for bikers. It is one of the best places to find peace and quiet. The stupa is blessed to be situated amidst the wondrous surroundings of nature. You can also find relics of old Buddhism inside the temple.

Test your riding abilities at Khardung La

Any biker planning a trip to Leh already has a ride to Khardung La on their list. Situated at an altitude of 18,379 feet and located at a distance of  40 kilometers from Leh, Khardung La Pass is one of the most dangerous motor-enabled roads in India. Challenging bikers and drivers in the face, “Leh Ladakh Bike Tour” is incomplete without experiencing a ride through the Lower Castle.

The best places to see on Srinagar Leh Highway

During the 434 km long journey on Leh and Srinagar highway, tourists get a lot to see. The overall beauty and altitude seem to gradually increase. It give an interesting exhilaration during the journey from Srinagar to Leh. Srinagar Highway Sonmarg, Zojila Pass, Dras, Mulbekh Maitreya Buddha Statue, Lamayuru Monastery, Kargil War Memorial, Kargil, Neke La Pass, Indus-Nimbu, Pathar Sahib Gurdwara, Magnetic Hills, Zanskar River Sangam and Photu La Pass have their own view Is a different experience.

The Places To See On Manali Leh Highway

The places to see on the Manali-Leh Highway include Lachulung La Pass, Namika La Pass, Rohtang Pass, Baralacha La Pass and Tanglang La Pass. There is a beautiful lake here and there is a pond named Deepkala.

The Places To See In And Around Leh Ladakh

The places to visit in and around Leh Ladakh are located on Changspa Road, Main Bazaar Road and Qila Road apart from having some great restaurants. Local places of interest in Leh include Tsemo Castle, Namgyal Gompa, The Khar, Leh Palace, Shankar Gompa, Datun Sahib, Shanti Stupa, Hall of Fame, Sidhu Gat and Zorawar Fort. There are other monasteries here such as She Palace, Thiksey Monastery, Phyang, Matho Monastery, Spituk, Hemis Monastery, Stok Palace and Stakna Monastery. Apart from this, there are Magnetic Hills, the confluence of Zanskar, Alchi, Likir, Basago Palace and the Indus river in Nimmu village.

To go to Ladakh From Srinagar Leh Highway Or Manali Leh Highway

To go to Leh Ladakh, you should always choose the Srinagar Leh Highway. It will be more suited for your travel. Apart from this, you will also get the facility of staying one night in Sarchu. Along with this stop, this journey is divided into two. You can enjoy the beauty of Manali during this trip. By allowing one to enjoy the beauty of Manali Leh. It is difficult to sleep in Sarchu while coming from the Manali side due to AMS issues. You can also visit Tso Moriri Lake while returning from Manali to Leh route.

Places to visit

Tourists will find so much to see on a trip to Leh Ladakh which cannot be described in words. Apart from the beautiful famous places here, while traveling from Srinagar Leh Highway or Manali Leh Highway, the mind becomes enchanted by seeing the beauty of this area. By reaching Leh, you can enjoy tourist places within Ladakh like Pangong Tso, Leh city, Nubra Valley and Tso Moriri.