Motorcycle expedition through Ladakh, India

Day 1: Arrival in India – Delhi

Arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi from Barcelona. After immigration and customs formalities, our team will assist you with a basic orientation. The rest of the day is free to recover from your international journey, exchange currency, and mentally prepare for your Himalayan adventure.

Night in Delhi.

Day 2: Delhi → Leh (3,500 m) approx. 1h 15

Early morning flight to Leh. It's one of the most spectacular flights in the world, with aerial views of the Great Himalayas and the Karakoram mountain ranges, including snow-capped peaks and deep valleys.

Upon arrival in Leh, you'll immediately notice the altitude. The day is designed to be completely relaxed for acclimatization. Only short walks and plenty of hydration are recommended. An optional afternoon visit to the Leh market is available.

Night in Leh.

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Day 3: Leh → Hemis Monastery → Leh

Driving time: 4–5 hours
Difficulty: Easy

Your first day of driving is designed as a gentle acclimatization route. After breakfast, you'll travel along the banks of the Indus River to Hemis Monastery, the largest and most important monastery in Ladakh. The smooth roads, light traffic, and gradual increase in altitude will help you adjust to driving conditions in the Himalayas.

I return to Leh in the afternoon to rest and receive the briefing for the next few days in the high mountains.

Day 4: Leh → Khardung La → Nubra Valley

Driving time: 6–7 hours
Difficulty: Moderate

A classic day of driving in Ladakh. Ascent to Khardung La, one of the highest passable mountain passes in the world. The weather and road conditions can change rapidly, offering an authentic high-mountain experience.

After the summit, a spectacular descent into the fertile Nubra Valley, famous for its sand dunes, two-humped Bactrian camels, and oasis villages.

Night in Nubra.

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Day 5: Nubra Valley → Shyok River Trail → Pangong Lake

Driving time: 6 hours
Difficulty: Demanding

One of the most adventurous days of the expedition. The Shyok route follows a remote valley with varied terrain, river crossings (depending on the season), off-road tracks, and idyllic scenery. This day demands concentration and confidence, and offers the purest beauty of the Himalayas.

Arrival at the impressive Pangong Tso, famous for its changing shades of blue.

Night in lakeside campsites.

Day 6: Pangong Lake → Chushul → Tsaga La → Hanle

Driving time: 5-6 hours
Difficulty: Medium

A tour through the restricted Chushul sector, a remote and sensitive border region requiring special permits. Crossing the Tsaga La pass, surrounded by vast plateaus and grazing lands of the Changpa nomads.

The landscape becomes increasingly arid and spectacular as you approach Hanle, home to one of the world's highest astronomical observatories.

Night in Hanle.

Option to sleep in a Buddhist monastery. (Depends on the pilots' decision)

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Day 7: Hanle → Umling La → Hanle

Driving time: 6–7 hours
Difficulty: Moderate

The highlight of the expedition. Today we ascend Umling La, officially recognized as the highest passable road on the planet. The climb is physically and mentally demanding due to the altitude.

Reaching the summit is a once-in-a-lifetime achievement for any motorcyclist. After the photos and celebration, a careful descent back to Hanle to rest and recover.

Day 8: Hanle → Changthang Plateau → Tso Kar

Driving time: 5–6 hours
Difficulty: Moderate

A tour across the vast and surreal Changthang Plateau, known for its open landscapes, salt flats, and nomadic settlements. A less technical but incredibly scenic day, with the feeling of riding on the roof of the world.

Arrival at Tso Kar, a salt lake famous for its birdlife and beauty.

Night in a nomadic-style camp.

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Day 9: Tso Kar → Tanglang → Leh

Driving time: 7–8 hours
Difficulty: Moderate to demanding

The final day of driving crosses Tanglang La, another legendary Himalayan pass. Enjoy long, winding roads, panoramic mountain views, and the gradual descent back to the Leh Valley.

The arrival in Leh in the afternoon marks the successful completion of one of the world's most extreme motorcycle expeditions.

Farewell dinner and night in Leh.

Day 10: Hotel in Leh → Kushok Bakula Rinpochee Airport (Leh)

After breakfast, transfer from the hotel to Leh Airport for your return flight to Delhi. As you leave the mountains behind, you'll take with you memories of high passes, remote plateaus, and an achievement that very few motorcyclists in the world can attain.

Visit the city of DELHI.

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Day 11: Departure from Delhi – International Flight

Transfer to Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi according to your international flight schedule. Our journey officially comes to an end when you board your flight home, taking with you unforgettable memories of exploring the high Himalayas by motorbike.