Leh Ladakh bike tour packages are for those adventurous and challenge-driven riders who are determined and fit to drive 5-6 hours daily for at least 7 days and explore the external beauty of the Himalayan range found in Ladakh, also get in touch with one’s own internal spirit and power to accomplish one of the world’s best bike tours here in Leh-Ladakh!

This blog by Cliffhangers India is on Leh Ladakh bike tour packages and features the most important things for you to know about bike tours in Ladakh.

Ladakh a Northern Union Territory of India:

This region experiences cold climates almost all year long. Yet the day temperatures keep fluctuating. Nights are definitely chilly. This region falls in the rain shadow area leading to moderate to low rainfall during the monsoon. Winter- snowfall by the way is very heavy here in Leh-Ladakh!

Loads of Love for the Outdoors:

This is a must for all who plan to go on a Leh Ladakh bike tour. You need to know how to cope with and enjoy camp life, take up adventurous and challenging bike riding, moving through the steep, rocky or snowy terrain, adjusting to the fluctuating day temperatures, altitude sickness, vehicle maintenance and repair if required and having fun with co-riders!

Travel Seasons described for Leh-Ladakh Bike Tours:

Summer months from April to June are the most pleasant with all roads, passes and connecting highways open for transportation.

Monsoon months from June till September are also good enough for regular sightseeing as well as bike tours in Leh Ladakh.

Winter months from October till January are the most snowy ones hence, travel becomes more challenging then. Some roads and highways are completely closed during winter in Ladakh. But one needs to know that there are specific treks like the Frozen Lake Chadar Trek that takes place specially in winter.

Spring months of February and March are again suitable for tours and treks as the snow melts by then and roads open up for transportation.

Thus, one should plan a bike tour to and through Leh Ladakh considering the travel season!

Cliffhangers India offers Leh Ladakh bike tour packages for the best seasons. It also offers Leh Ladakh tour packages which can be availed during most seasons and months of a year by all tourists. Cliffhangers India is experienced in conducting reliable and best quality Leh Ladakh tours.

Most Leh Ladakh Bike Tour Packages include some of the following Activities during the tour:

1) A drive to Jispa, via Rohtang Pass

2) Visit to the Thiksey and Shey Monasteries in Leh.

3) Shopping at the beautiful local bazaars of Leh

4) Visiting the splendid Pangong Lake and other scenic landscapes

5) Drive through the popular Khardung La, Baralachha Pass and Sarchu

Average budget cost for Leh Ladakh bike tour packages could range between 23000 INR to 35000+ INR for an itinerary of approximately 7-10 days. Though, 7 days are most often enough for a Leh Ladakh tour, for bike riders an itinerary of 12-14 days is recommended to get acclimatized and proper rest at the end of each day of the bike tour.

Rental bikes are available for Leh Ladakh from New Delhi, Manali and Srinagar. Per day rent for a basic Himalayan range bike could be 1000 INR. The cost may differ according to the design of your chosen bike. A deposit amount of around 10000-18000 is also to be given towards a rented bike.

If you now think you are the one who wants to go for a Leh Ladakh bike tour, do take a look at the following list of Important Things for a Leh Ladakh Bike Tour:

• Clothing: Keep multi-layered clothing while on the move is recommended. Thin thermal wear along with regular t-shirts and jeans is preferable. Water and windproof jackets are a must have. Helmet, cap and sunglasses are also essential to be carried along and used.

• Sanitation: hygiene and toiletries kit filled with enough essentials for both males and females and sunscreen are highly recommended.

• A trekking kit, working torch light, water bottles, food, snacks, camera and/or mobile phone with a BSNL postpaid connection that works better than any other telecommunication providers in Ladakh, are also the essentials for a bike tour.
• Valid Identity documents, passport size photographs and medical insurance should be carried by all the bike riders.

• Extra fuel, cash and repair kit and chargers are other miscellaneous things that deserve priority too.

Final Words

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