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WSR Outdoors Ladakh 2021 L TAH E L ADN D O FA H I G H K P A S S EHS Date: 3rd to 14th July 2021 +91 99678 99156 WSR Outdoors www.wsroutdoors.com AAbboouutt LLaaddaakkhh Ladakh- The land of mystery and intrigue which never ceases to amaze travellers with its towering peaks and snow-capped Himalayan and Karakoram mountain ranges, the rapidly-flowing Indus and Zanskar rivers and numerous streams carrying the glaciers from the mountains tucked amidst lush green valleys, all conjure a travellers dream. In short, Ladakh is an art of nature. Ladakh is not only a trekker’s paradise, but a delight to every traveller as it offers serenity and tranquility amidst picturesque and scenic views of nature. Come with us,to explore the “LADAKH” The names Leh and Ladakh often bring forth to the imagination land that is still untouched by the hand of commercialisation and urban culture. "Don't be a Gama in the land of Lama" +91 99678 99156 www.wsroutdoors.com Manali C handigarh Khardung La Pass Rohtang Pass Lachung La anali Pass M Baralacha La Pass Tanglang La Pangong TSO E X P PLass O R E | B A R C E L O N A E D I T I O N Zoji La Nubra Pass Chang La h Sarchu Leh Pass Leh Chandigar Fotu La Jispa Pass Leh Kargil Srinagar Short Itinerary Day 00 : For non Bikers. Delhi to Manali overnight journey by volvo bus. Day 01 : Chandigarh to Manali (300km) Day 02 : Manali to Jispa vai Rohtang Pass (120km) Day 03 : Jispa to Sarchu (105km) Day 04 : Sarchu to Leh (250km) Day 05 : Leh Sightseen Day 06 : Leh to Nubra vai Khardung La Pass (130km) Day 07 : Nubra to Pangong Lake (170km) Day 08 : Pangong Lake to Leh (220km) Day 09 : Leh to Kargil (225km) Day 10 : Kargil to Srinagar vai Zoji La Pass (210km) Day 11 : Srinagar Sightseen Day 12 & 13 : Buffer Day Note: Trip schedule is subjected to change as per roads & weather condition so we take two buffer days. We start Ladakh bike trip from Chandigarh and ends at Srinagar. In this tour we cover Manali Leh route, Leh city, Khardungla pass, Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake, Kargil, Drass, Sonamarg, Srinagar. Why travel with us?, This tour Ex Manali WSR Outdoors is well established non commercial travel company in offering travel services with custom made and Group tour ,with our professional and experienced team , every year we organize in Ladakh region for Bike ride/trekking from last 6 years , we special local ladakh expert, with our enrich quality experience in motor bike tour product, the route and expedition is very challenging , Ride motorbike more then 1500 km with daily 8Hrs it very difficult task. +91 99678 99156 www.wsroutdoors.com Route Details Day 1: Chandigarh to Manali (300km) (Chandigarh – Bilaspur – Mandi – Bhuntar – Kullu – Manali) FOR OWN Bikes : Reporting at Chandigarh. You will be met our representative Leader. After Documentation & Briefing we will start our ride towards Manali. We will reach Manali by evening time and check-in at hotel. Take rest and visit local market. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel. FOR Non Bikers/RENTAL Bike : Reporting at Manali. After documentation we will allotment bikes according your pre booked bike. After that your are free to explore Manali market and nearby places. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel. Day 2: Manali to Jispa (120km) (Manali – Rohtang La - Atul Tunnel – Keylong – Jispa) Wake up early and after breakfast orientation and we will give you 1hr for last minute shopping time. Then we will start journey toward Jispa. Today the ride will be smooth & beautiful roads. We will crossing over Rohtang La Pass (3980 m) and crossing beautiful villages of Lahul Valley. We will halt for photo session at Rohtang. After Khoksar we will stop at Atul Tunnel at Lahul side. Then we will start our ride. Reach Jispa by evening. Dinner & Overnight stay at camp/hotel. Day 3: Jispa to Sarchu (105km) (Jispa – Baralacha-la-pass (16040ft) – Sarchu) After breakfast start trip toword Sarchu. Today you will enter the Greater Himalayan landscape. Notice that size of the mountains has become bigger than the previous roads. Treat your eyes to the wonderful views as you are driving on Baralachha Pass (5000 m). Continue your ride till you reach Sarchu, a village that forms the border line between Himachal and Ladakh. stay at Camp. Day 4: Sarchu to Leh (250km) (Pang – Upshi – Karu – Thiksey – Shey – Leh) Today wake up early after breakfast start our journey. This route offer some breathtaking Landscapes and smooth road. Today we will second highest motor able pass in world Tanglang La. We will visit to Hemis Monastery, Thiksey & Shey Monastery on the way. We will reach Leh around 6:00pm. Enjoy the evening at your leisure, savor delicious street food, and get a peek into local markets and culture of Ladakh. Overnight stay at Hotel. Day 05 : Leh Sightseen Total free explore own your way and no bike included today and make better stamina and energy for coming tour, as Leh is High altitude doctor recommended to acclimatize properly. If you have any Health issue consult to our leaders and team for medical assistance. Check up bike service. Visit to Tibetan local market, Hall of fame. +91 99678 99156 www.wsroutdoors.com Day 6: Leh to Nubra vai Khardungla-pass (130km) (Leh – Khardungla pass – Khalsar Village – Diskit Monastary – Hunder ( Nubra Valley) You wake up to a refreshing morning and get set to travel to Nubra Valley. Today you will be visiting the stunning and enchanting Nubra Valley. Get up for an early breakfast and get ready for a drive through the highest motorable pass in the world - The Khardung La (18,360 ft). Once you reach the valley, you can settle yourself at the camps assigned to you. You can also visit the Hunder village consisting of silver sand dunes. Enjoy the camel safari on a double hump camel and make pleasant memories for the day. You will next visit the towns of Dikshit and Hunder and know more about the local village culture. There are many hot springs and monasteries in this region. Staying overnight at the camp in the valley. Day 7: Nubra to Pangong Lake (170km) (Khalsar – Shyok – Durbuk – Tso Pangong ) Today early morning we start riding towards Pangong Lake through Shyok valley. You will be spellbound entirely to the scenic beauty all around you. The route will lead you to the mesmerizing Pangong Tso Lake through the Shyok river. We will walk at Pangong Lake, a highest salt water lake in the World, Shared by two countries India (25%) & China (75%), enjoy the beauty of lake on banks of the lake while appreciating the changing colours of fascinating high altitude lake.Over night at camp. Day 8: Pangong Lake to Leh(160km) (Pangong lake – Changla pass – Karu – Leh) Morning start riding toward Leh back. Set yourself for yet another exhilarating tour as you head back to Leh, via the third highest mountain pass in the world - Chang La pass. Visit the iconic Buddhist Shanti Stupa, a beautiful white-domed stupa surrounded eye-catching scenery of snow-clad mountains.Stay overnight at a hotel in Leh. +91 99678 99156 www.wsroutdoors.com Day 9: Leh to Kargil (225km) (Leh – Nimmoo – Lamayuru – Fotu-La – Kargil) After breakfast ride to Kargil through Khalse, Lamayuru, over Namiki-la (12,200 ft.), Mulbekh where there is a Chamba statue carved out of a single rock about 144 ft. high, over Fatu-la (13,489 ft.) which is the highest pass on Leh - Srinagar road and visit Lamayuru monastery which is the unique and oldest monastery in Ladakh. After viewing fascinating view of granite colour soil rocks drive down through kangaroo curves to Kargil. Overnight in hotel at Kargil. Day 10: Kargil to Srinagar (210km) (Kargil – Drass – Zoji La Pass – Sonmarg – Srinagar) After Breakfast ride to Srinagar passing through Drass, the second coldest inhabited Place on earth. Today you can see Kargil war memorial. Tiger Hill and other Peaks other famous peaks. Arrive at Srinagar by evening. Overnight stay in Hotel/Houseboat Day 11 : Srinagar Sightseen Visit to famous Mughal Garden, Nishat Garden known as ‘Garden of pleasure’ built in 16th century (1633) by Mughal King Asif Khan. Then visit to Shalimar garden known as ‘Garden of love’ built in 16th century (1619) by Mughal King Jahangir for his beloved wife Noor Jahan or (Mehr-un-Nissa. After that visit to Parimahal, ChashmaShahi. The Chashma Shahi Mughal gardens in Srinagar have been loved by emperors and picnickers alike, and have now been restored to their past glory - despite violent political unrest in the region. After that visit to Shankeracharya temple. Overnight stay in Houseboat at Srinagar. Day 12 & 13: Buffer Day If the weather will be not good then we will use buffer day at any day else move towards next destination. For all your travel plans include a buffer day to accommodate bad weather on the trek/political instability. This depends completely on the circumstances on the trip and situation in Kashmir. If the buffer day is used, then you have to pay us extra cost as actual cost basis. The money will be collected by the Trip Leader only if we use the buffer day. +91 99678 99156 www.wsroutdoors.com Cost Estimate (+ 5% GST Additional & This cost Only for Indian citizen) For Non Bikers (Travel by Innova/Xylo/Traveller) Rs. 35,900/- Per person & Rs.34,900/- WSR Member For Own Bike Rs. 19,900/- Per person & Rs. 19,000/- WSR Member Inclusion Accommodation on Triple sharing basis in Hotels/ tents from Day 1(Manali) to Day 11 (Srinagar).
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