14 days tour

Biking India’S Nubra Valley

Biking India’S Nubra Valley

This tour includes:

Accommodation

In Leh, guests can look forward to staying at the Kanglachen Hotel. During the four nights in the Nubra Valley, camping accommodations will be offered in tents. A mess tent, toilet (with a seat) and shower tents are also provided. All accommodations described in the itinerary are included in the tour cost.

Meals

Meals are included in the itinerary where B = breakfast, L = lunch, and D = dinner. While camping meals will be prepared by the cooking team on the support staff and feature Indian and Western-style cuisine. Any special dietary requirements can also be catered for as well. Please let us know at the time of booking.

Transport

We will be supported by vehicles throughout this tour and they are always available for tired cyclists. It is very easy to get bikes on and off, so you can rest when you are tired and cycle whenever you feel like it.

Others

SpiceRoads jersey Water bottle Support vehicle Snacks and drinks

Guide

You will be led by a local English-speaking guide and if the group is 10 people or more we will add another guide to the tour. All our guides are well informed in the history, culture and religions of the area where you are biking and are skilled at passing that knowledge on to you. Your guide is also medically trained and an experienced cyclist, able to handle most minor repairs en route.

Not included:

Others

International flights Domestic flights Airport pick up Airport drop off Visa fees Alcohol Tips

Flights

Domestic Flights are excluded as well as Visa fees International flights are not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

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Itinerary of your trip Biking India’S Nubra Valley

  • Day 1 Day 1
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1

      We pick you up from the airport and transfer to the hotel New Delhi.

  • Day 2 Day 2
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2

      We fly to the Himalayan city of Leh and take it easy as we acclimatize to the change in altitude. Ramble through the small city to visit the abandoned palace and a local market.

  • Day 3 Day 3
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3

      We cycle gently along the banks of the Indus River to visit scenic Buddhist monasteries - a nice and easy first ride to acclimatize ourselves to the high altitude conditions.

  • Day 4 Day 4
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4

      Heading west of Leh today we will cycle through the Zanskar River gorge and marvel at ancient murals in Alchi.

  • Day 5 Day 5
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5

      Set out in search of the ancient capital of Ladakh, Tingmosgang, traversing mountain paths, country roads and a short burst on the highway. .

  • Day 6 Day 6
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6

      Rest day back in Leh to ensure we are fully acclimated for the epic days ahead biking the Nubra Valley.

  • Day 7 Day 7
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7

      Our journey kicks into high gear as we begin our gradual climb up the Nubra Valley. Our first destination is the village of Sakti, accessed via cycling a verdant mountain pass.

  • Day 8 Day 8
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8

      Today’s challenging climb to the top of Wari La Pass will be rewarded with panoramic views across the Himalayas. The thrilling descent down on the other side leads us to the villages of Tangyar and Khyngru.

  • Day 9 Day 9
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9

      Today’s ride takes us down the Shyok Valley leading to one of the world’s highest altitude deserts at the village of Hundar.

  • Day 10 Day 10
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10

      Today is the longest ride of the trip which will have us traversing the fascinating flat terrain of sand dunes and expansive floodplains which were once a node on the Silk Road.

  • Day 11 Day 11
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11

      Today is off the saddle as we transfer to Khalsar and overnight near the village of Khardung at the base of the climb that leads to the Khardungla Pass.

  • Day 12 Day 12
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12

      We’ll meander along switchback roads leading to the top of Khardungla Pass - the highest point of the trip. After soaking in the amazing views of the valleys and snow-capped peaks, it’s an exhilarating downhill back to Leh.

  • Day 13 Day 13
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13

      We fly to New Delhi and transfer to our hotel.

  • Day 14 Day 14
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14

      Onward travel. Time to head home or stay and see more of incredible India.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but you’re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

You’ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Challenging

Long and challenging experience. You’ll be required to have good physical fitness to go on it. In some of these activities you'll need previous experience on similar activities.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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