Umling La Pass
Motorcycle Tour
9 Nights/10 Days
Experience the Ultimate Himalayas Motorcycle Tour at Umling La Pass:
Are you an adventurer at heart? Do you crave the wind in your hair and the open road beneath your wheels? If you answered yes, then the Umling La Pass Motorcycle Tour in the majestic Indian Himalayas is your calling! This thrilling journey is a Royal Enfield enthusiast's dream come true.
Umling La Pass, nestled in the heart of the Himalayas, is the highest motorable pass in the world. At an elevation of 19,300 feet (5,883 meters), it stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit of motorcycle enthusiasts who seek the extraordinary. The pass offers a challenging yet breathtaking experience, featuring steep ascents, rugged terrain, and unbeatable panoramic vistas of the mighty Himalayan ranges.
Embrace the thrill of the Himalayas Motorcycle Tour and experience the epitome of adventure. Umling La Pass, with its breathtaking vistas and challenging terrain, awaits you.
Location Info.
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Most rugged terrains on the Himalayas.
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Top 2 world’s highest motorable roads.
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The oldest monastery in the Himalayas.
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Never-ending Snow-capped mountains.
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Explore the ancient village of Lamayuru.
Recommended season to visit -
June to September.
Skill Level
Moderate to
Experienced
Road Conditions
50% Off-Road
50% Asphalt
Authentic Indian &
Indo-Tibetian
Cuisine
Type of Food
High altitude mountain roads,
water crossings,
high mountain passes
Terrain Info.
Glimpse of destination
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1 -
Arrival at Leh (No Ride)
Upon arrival at Leh airport (Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport), you will be picked up from the airport and checked into the hotel. Since Leh is located at the height of 3500Mtrs ASL, it is very important for each one of you to have enough rest to get acclimatized for the upcoming days. No motorcycles will be provided today since you need enough time to get acclimatize.
Dinner Included.
Day 2 -
Leh To Lamayuru
Kilometers - 115
After breakfast we will start our ride towards Lamayuru, The village is famous for the Lamayuru Monastery, also known as Yung Drung Monastery. This is one of the oldest and largest monasteries in Ladakh, believed to have been founded in the 10th century. It is an important center of Tibetan Buddhism and belongs to the Drikung Kagyu school.
Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 3 -
Lamayuru to Stok Village
Kilometers - 125
After exploring the ancient beauty of Lamayuru, we will ride back towards Stok Village. Stok Village is a paradise for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. It is surrounded by towering mountain ranges and offers breathtaking vistas of the Himalayas, making it an ideal spot for those seeking tranquillity and natural beauty. The landscape is characterized by rugged terrain, lush green valleys, and the sparkling Indus River that meanders through the region. By evening we will reach Stok and visit Stok Gompa for the breathtaking views of Leh City.
Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 4 -
Stok to Nubra Valley
Kilometers - 140
Today we will start our journey towards Nubra Valley, Nubra valley is the coldest desert situated at the height of 10000ft asl in the Himalayas. Before reaching we will cross Khardungla pass at the height of 5380Mtrs, which is the world’s highest motorable road. We will also visit Diskit Gompa and Hunder sand dunes, where you can do a double hump camel safari. By evening we will reach the camp in Nubra Valley.
Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 5 -
Nubra Valley to Turtuk & Back
Kilometers - 160
After exploring the coldest desert, day 4 on the Ladakh Motorcycle Tour continues towards Turtuk Village. Turtuk is a tiny farming village nestled between snow-topped mountains in India's far north-western region of Ladakh. Probably one of the most beautiful villages in Nubra Valley, surrounded by Apricots barley farming is an important source of income. It is situated next to the Shyok River, Turtuk is one of the few places in India where one can witness Balti culture, It is the last major village where tourist activity is allowed before the Line of Control with Pakistan. By evening we will ride back to Nubra Valley.
Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 6 -
Nubra Valley to Pangong Lake
Kilometers - 170
After breakfast we will start our journey towards world famous Pangong Lake at the height of 14000Ft asl, we will be taking the Nubra – Shoyk Valley route, the entire road is very tricky with sudden twists and turns with multiple water crossings. We will reach Pangong Lake by evening, and for the rest of the day you can spend time near the lake.
Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 7 -
Pangong Lake to Hanle
Kilometers - 200
After breakfast, we will start riding towards Hanle. Hanle is a large historic village in the Indian Union Territory of Ladakh. It is the site of the 17th-century Hanle Monastery of the Drukpa Kagyu branch of Tibetan Buddhism. Hanle is located in the Hanle River valley on an old branch of the ancient Ladakh–Tibet trade route. Most of the roads will be off-road and one will enjoy the adventure in the Himalayas. By evening we will reach Hanle and stay in a Homestay in a dormitory.
Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 8 -
Hanle - Umling La Pas - Hanle
Kilometers - 200
After early breakfast, we will start our ride towards Umling La pass. Umling La Pass is located at a distance of 100 kilometers from Hanle; in the direction of the village of Demchok; in Changthang Valley of Ladakh region. Most of the roads for today will be completely off-road with High-altitude terrains. We will be riding for more than 2 hours at 15000 Ft Above sea level, we will reach Umling Pass by noon, after spending some time there and we will ride back on the same route to reach Hanle. By evening we will reach Hanle and stay at a Homestay in a Dormitory.
Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 9 -
Hanle to Leh
Kilometers - 250
After exploring some of the rugged terrains of the Himalayas, we will start our return journey towards Leh city. It will be the longest ride of the trip and we will start a little early, we will be crossing multiple villages en route in the Changthang Valley. We will reach Leh by evening.
Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 10 -
Departure from Leh
After breakfast, we will bid goodbye to the Himalayas, and we drop you off at the airport for your onward journey.
End of the tour.
Breakfast included.
What is included?
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Royal Enfield Himalayan motorcycle with fuel for the entire trip as per the itinerary.
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Accommodation on a Double sharing basis (Hotels/Camps/Guest House).
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In Hanle, it will be dormitory only.
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Breakfast and Dinner (set menu meals, starts from dinner on day 1 and ends with breakfast on day 10).
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English-speaking tour leader for the whole tour as per the itinerary Mechanic for the entire tour as per the itinerary.
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A backup vehicle for luggage.
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Helmets for rider and pillion, riding gloves for rider, knee and elbow guard for both rider and pillion (All the gears are used ones, we recommend each rider to carry their own riding gear).
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Portable oxygen cylinders during the entire tour & First Aid Kit.
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Inner line permits and Restricted area permits for the Ladakh region.
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GST at 18% is included in Airport transfers at Leh.
What is excluded?
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All your international and Domestic flight tickets.
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Visa charges.
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Medical or travel insurance.
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Personal damages/accidental damages cost to the motorcycle is not included (client has to pay for any damages that happened during the tour).
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Alcohol, tips, room service, or anything that is not mentioned in the above inclusions.
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Lunch or any other meals which are not mentioned in the inclusions.
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Any extra cost arising due to weather conditions, local disturbances, etc, the client has to pay the cost of extra days on the spot.
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A refundable security deposit of Rs. 7,500/- per bike.
Terms & Conditions
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A valid driving license is compulsory for all riders.
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Hotel check-in time will start after 11 am only (Early check-in is subject to availability).
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Any damages to the motorcycle will be completely borne by the participant on the spot to continue the tour.
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Any sort of Drugs /Alcohol during the ride is completely prohibited and Motorcycle Escapades will have the complete right to terminate the participant from the tour without any REFUND.
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After finishing the day's ride, our lead rider or mechanic will collect the bike keys from each rider, this is to ensure the bikes are maintained properly for uninterrupted service during the tour.
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Breakfast and dinner will be provided as per the inclusions in the itinerary as per the set menu from the hotels, anything ordered extra has to be borne by the participant to the hotel on the spot.
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The availability of non-veg food completely depends on the hotel; since we are traveling in remote places, we cannot ensure the availability of non-veg food every day.
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All hotels mentioned in the itinerary will remain unchanged, in case there is an issue with the hotel, we will provide a similar category hotel.
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Hot water is subject to availability in Sarchu, Nubra, and Pangong Lake, or any other remote locations.
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In any case, if the tour gets interrupted due to weather conditions, landslides, avalanches, or any political or local issue, then participants should take care of the cost of alternate accommodation, we will help in finding the alternate hotel and participants should pay upfront directly to the hotel.
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Motorcycle Escapades can change or revise the sequence of the day-wise program without any prior notice or information, it may be because of unforeseen conditions during the tour.
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In case of any accident or damage to the bike during the tour and if the same needs to be transported in an additional pickup truck the cost has to be borne by the participant.
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Luggage size: One rucksack and a small backpack per person is permitted. NO trolly bags/suitcase is allowed.