Manali · Jispa · Sarchu · Leh · Nubra · Pangong · Tso Moriri · Manali
Who this itinerary suits
Experienced licensed riders with protective gear, suitable insurance and previous multi-day riding experience.
Day-by-day plan
Day 1: Manali arrival
Briefing, documentation and motorcycle inspection.
Day 2: Manali to Jispa
Use the current approved alignment and keep the first road day measured.
Day 3: Jispa to Sarchu
Cross Baralacha La sector subject to road status; sleep high only with suitable preparation.
Day 4: Sarchu to Leh
Long high-plateau ride with multiple passes.
Day 5: Leh rest and service
Acclimatisation, motorcycle check and permits.
Day 6: Leh local ride
Short Indus Valley circuit.
Day 7: Leh to Nubra
Khardung La side and Hunder.
Day 8: Nubra exploration
Turtuk or local valley ride.
Day 9: Nubra to Pangong
Shyok route when approved.
Day 10: Pangong rest / buffer
Photography, recovery and route confirmation.
Day 11: Pangong to Tso Moriri sector
Remote Changthang day with support planning.
Day 12: Tso Moriri to Sarchu side
Long remote riding sector.
Day 13: Return to Manali
Complete the highway circuit.
Day 14: Weather buffer
Reserve day for closures, service or a safe schedule adjustment.
Accommodation approach
Use a reliable Leh hotel for acclimatisation and the final night. Outside Leh, choose operational properties for warmth, food and vehicle access rather than relying on luxury labels. Exact hotels and room categories should be written into the final quotation.
Transport and road planning
Private SUVs suit many couples and families; larger groups may require a Tempo Traveller. Confirm luggage capacity, driver costs, route permissions and whether any local vehicle is required. Start early and avoid night driving.
Altitude and health
No itinerary overrides symptoms. Stop ascending when unwell and seek qualified care for worsening symptoms. Read the complete AMS guide before booking high sleeping points.
Customising this route
Add nights for children, senior travellers, photographers or anyone preferring fewer hotel changes. Remote lakes and Zanskar should be added only when enough days remain for acclimatisation and buffers.
Passes, highways and remote roads can close. The safe alternative route takes priority over the printed plan.