OVERVIEW

A Bike Trip from Srinagar to Leh Ladakh is literally a reward for travellers. The scenic view and scintillating untouched beauty of Leh can make your difficult road and journey feel worthy. Leh Ladakh trip passes through some of the most iconic passes and peaks that will give you the opportunity to explore the Land of Leh and places near Ladakh. A bike trip from Srinagar to Leh Ladakh is always considered the best route to take which can be achieved in 425 km.

If you are looking to take a break from the hustle-bustle of life and want to get away from the constant work just go on a Bike trip. In his article, we will provide you with a detailed Srinagar to Leh Ladakh Bike trip itinerary. So just sitting back and reading it will help you to plan on such a challenging trip.

BEST TIME TO VISIT

Leh Ladakh Bike trip has its own charm in all seasons. During the summer the weather is not extremely cold and roads are free of ice. So During the month of April till October are a good time to go.

Short Itinerary

Srinagar-Sonmarg-Kargil-Lamayuru-Leh Ladakh

DAY-1 ARRIVING AT SRINAGAR TO SONMARG

Reaching Srinagar has many ways. If you choose to reach there via flight, Srinagar airport is there. Srinagar to Sonmarg is 85 km then you will head to Drass via Zoji La pass. It is suggested to leave Srinagar at 5 AM in the morning to reach Sonmarg at 12 PM. It will help you to explore the Thajiwas glacier and you can enjoy the horse ride. On the same day, you have to stay in Sonmarg.

DAY-2 SONMARG TO KARGIL

On the next day, after having breakfast you need to get ready for the next road journey from Sonmarg to Kargil. Sonmarg is called a meadow of gold and it truly matches its name. The journey from Sonmaag to Kargil will pass through the snowy mountains and glaciers. This magnificent view will force you to spend time in such a beautiful place. Sonmarg to Kargil is 130 km and it takes around 6-7 hours to reach there. This journey will pass via Dras and Kaksar to reach Kargil. The Dras valley is a Himalayan getaway to Ladakh. You can enjoy the unique picturesque landscape that you never had in your life. Dras is the coldest inhabited place in the world which is famous for the Kargil War in 1999.

DAY-3 KARGIL TO LAMAYURU

On this day you will start your Bike journey from Kargil to Lamayuru and it is 65 km. and this journey will pass through pit stops including magnetic hill, Pathar sahib Gurudwara, and hall of fame museum. Once you reach Lamayuru you can stay at one of the many homestays available on Leh Road.

DAY-3 LAMAYURU TO  LEH LADAKH

This would be your last day of Journey on the Srinagar Leh Highway. This journey from Lamayuru to Leh Ladakh will take 3-4 hours to reach. Lamayuru is an extremely beautiful place that attracts tourists. This place has a beautiful landscape which is quite similar to the Lunar. If you like photography Lamayuru is a photography jaunt for photography and trekking.

Once you start your journey from this beautiful Moonland. There is a gurudwara Pathar Sahib you may visit there. After 3-4 hours of Bike riding, you will reach Leh. you will cross Chang La which is another highest pass, just be ready to witness the freshness at this point.  You will reach Leh by evening. You may stay in Leh and then head to Ladakh to witness the beauty of Leh Ladakh. There are many stay options available in Leh. Once you reach Ladakh, there are many offbeat places in Ladakh that you must visit such as Turtuk, Hane, and Basgo. These villages are something you must have not heard before.

THINGS TO CARRY

There are a few things you need to carry before starting your journey.

All ID Proofs

A Camera

Touch

Enough Cash

Pairs of Thermal

Good Quality shoes/Boots

Heavy woollen clothes

Basic Travel Kit

Sunscreen

Sunglasses

Enough Fuel in Bike

CONCLUSION

Leh Ladakh trip is every traveller’s desire. Leh Ladakh has everything with palaces, gompas, and Monasteries rising high. Not only bike trip, but every tourist also go there with a promise to seek adventure and explore the Tibetan culture. Leh Ladakh bike trip will allow you to breathe in unpolluted air and experience heavenly bliss.