Leh to Leh via Umling La (7N/8D)

7N/8DLadakhPickup & drop: Leh → LehBike Trips

Overview

A Ladakh road trip that goes beyond the usual circuit: Leh, Nubra Valley, Pangong Tso, Hanle, Umling La and Tso Moriri. It is a 7 Nights / 8 Days group trip that starts and ends in Leh; it does not start from Delhi, so you make your own way to Leh. You can ride your own bike, ride a rented bike solo or as a pair, or travel in an SUV or tempo traveller. Plan to reach Leh at least one day before the trip starts so that you complete the 48 hours of acclimatisation the government SOPs ask for.

Day 1 is for arriving and acclimatising in Leh. Day 2 crosses Khardung La to Nubra Valley, with stops at Diskit Monastery and the Hunder sand dunes. Day 3 runs from Nubra to Pangong Tso for a night in camps by the lake. Day 4 is the 8 to 9 hour drive to Hanle through Lukung and Chushul, with a visit to the Hanle Observatory. Day 5 is the ride to Umling La and back to Hanle. Day 6 goes to Tso Moriri via Nyoma and the Mahe bridge, Day 7 returns to Leh, and Day 8 is departure. Stays are in hotels, camps, cottages and homestays on triple sharing, with a backup vehicle, a mechanic, inner line permits and an oxygen cylinder along. Batches run from May to early September. Prices start at ₹19,000 per person for the Own Bike option on triple sharing (5% GST extra).

Trip highlights

Ride over Khardung La to Nubra Valley
Night in camps at Pangong Tso
Pangong to Hanle through Lukung and Chushul
Hanle Observatory of the Indian Institute of Astrophysics
Day ride from Hanle to Umling La and back
Camp stay at Tso Moriri

Day-wise itinerary

01Day 1Arrival at Leh
Arrive in Leh, where our representative welcomes you. Today is for acclimatising to the cold and the altitude. Overnight stay at the hotel.
02Day 2Leh to Nubra Valley via Khardung La
After breakfast, set off for Nubra Valley. Ride over Khardung La and spend some time at the top. Ride to Diskit Monastery for a view over Nubra Valley. Stop at the Hunder sand dunes, known for double-humped camel rides in the cold desert. Dinner and overnight stay at camps or cottages.
03Day 3Nubra to Pangong Tso
After breakfast, leave Nubra Valley for Pangong Tso. Arrive at Pangong Tso in the late afternoon. The lake is known for changing colour several times a day. Spend the evening by the lake, with snow-capped mountains around it. Dinner and overnight stay at camps at Pangong.
04Day 4Pangong Tso to Hanle
After breakfast, leave for the small village of Hanle, an offbeat destination in the Changthang region close to the Indo-China border. It is an 8 to 9 hour drive from Pangong, passing through Lukung and the Chushul Valley. Reach Hanle in the evening and visit the Chandra Telescope (Hanle Observatory) of the Indian Institute of Astrophysics. Check in at the homestay or hotel and have a Ladakhi dinner. Overnight stay in Hanle.
05Day 5Hanle to Umling La and back
After breakfast, ride towards Umling La, known as one of the highest motorable roads in the world. Spend time at the top for photographs. Ride back and reach Hanle by evening. Dinner and overnight stay in Hanle.
06Day 6Hanle to Tso Moriri
After breakfast, leave for Tso Moriri lake (14,000 ft), passing Nyoma and the Mahe bridge on the way. The landscape keeps changing through the ride until you reach the lake. Dinner and overnight stay at the campsite.
07Day 7Tso Moriri to Leh
After breakfast, begin the journey back to Leh. Stop at traditional attractions on the way and reach Leh. Visit Leh market to shop and try Ladakhi food. Overnight stay at a hotel in Leh.
08Day 8Fly back from Leh
After breakfast, depart from Leh for your onward journey. The trip ends here.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

Accommodation for 7 nights in hotels, camps or cottages and homestays on triple sharing
All meals mentioned in the itinerary
Himalayan bike rental for 6 days (biking options)
Fuel for the bike as per the itinerary
Entire travel from Leh to Leh by four-wheeler (SUV / Tempo Traveller option)
Mechanical and luggage backup vehicle (MUV, traveller or Bolero Camper)
Royal Enfield mechanic with spare parts for minor repairs en route
Knee and elbow guards
All inner line permits for the trip
Ladakh Union fee
Group pickup and drop
Team captain throughout the trip
Oxygen cylinder in the backup car at all times for emergencies
First-aid kit
Complimentary bonfire night
Driver night charges, toll tax and parking charges (SUV / Tempo Traveller option)
24x7 customer support

Exclusions

5% GST
Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Entry charges and monument fees
Personal expenses, tips and any permits other than those listed in the inclusions
Any cost arising from unforeseen circumstances, including medical emergencies and acts of God
Room heater charges
Cost of any damage to the bike

Cancellation Policy

When you cancel	Refund
More than 10 days before the travel date	50% of the advance
5 to 10 days before the travel date	25% of the advance
Less than 5 days before the travel date	No refund

No refund for no-shows or early check-outs.
Meals, activities or services you don't use aren't adjusted or refunded.
If a trip is cancelled because of political unrest, government guidelines, extremely poor weather or unsafe conditions, you get a full credit (equal to the amount paid) to use on any future Travel Devils booking, not a cash refund.
Rescheduling (group and private bookings): a change requested 7 to 15 days after booking, and at least 15 days before the travel date, carries a 30% rescheduling fee. Within 15 days of the travel date, 100% of the tour cost is charged as cancellation fees. Bookings made 15 days or less before the travel date can't be modified or rescheduled.
Private (super deluxe) or hotel-specific bookings can't be changed or rescheduled; the standard cancellation policy applies.
If you reschedule and later cancel, the standard cancellation policy applies and any rescheduling fee paid isn't refunded.
In a force majeure event (natural disaster, political unrest or other unforeseen circumstances), we may reschedule the tour or offer an alternative itinerary.

Things To Pack

Down jacket: 1 (comfortable down to -15°C)
Winter woollen trek pants: 2 to 3
T-shirts: 3
Woollen fleece: 2
Waterproof woollen gloves: 1 pair
Sun cap: 1
Woollen cap: 1 (carry one extra for layering)
Woollen neck warmer or bandana: 1
Quick-dry napkin or towel: 1
Undergarments: 3 to 4 pairs
Thermal inner wear: 2 pairs
Helmet if you are on a bike
Sufficient warm clothing and appropriate footwear
Essential medications and a first-aid kit
Portable oxygen (recommended)
A bag of about 60 litres, as luggage moves between the backup vehicle and the stays

Things to know

Reporting point

The trip starts and ends in Leh. Our representative receives you on arrival in Leh, and group pickup and drop are included. Reporting details are shared once your booking is confirmed.

Pickup points

Arrive in Leh at least one day before the trip starts. Under the government SOPs, all travellers must acclimatise in Leh for 48 hours. One day of acclimatisation is included in the package; the extra day before it is your own arrangement, or our team can help you book it.
If you choose not to arrive a day in advance, we can't be held responsible for any acclimatisation issues. Permits are arranged on the assumption that you arrived one day prior.
No active physical exertion on your first two days in Leh. Have a light meal on the day you arrive.
Drink at least 2 to 3 litres of water a day and avoid alcohol, smoking and sedatives.
The itinerary's advisory is Diamox 250 mg (acetazolamide) twice a day, after breakfast and after dinner, starting at least two days before you travel to Leh and continuing for two days after you arrive. Consult your own doctor before the trip.
If you notice symptoms of HAPE, HACE or AMS, consult a doctor immediately.
Any damage to the bike is borne by the rider.
You will be travelling in a high-altitude cold desert with very few medical facilities. We aren't responsible for medical emergencies; we will help arrange logistics if needed, and the expenses are borne by the traveller. Tell us about any existing health issues before you travel.
Rooms are on triple sharing by default. Twin sharing costs ₹3,000 extra per person and single sharing ₹7,000 extra per person.
An extra mattress is provided for the third person in triple-sharing rooms.
Only postpaid mobile connections (Jio, Airtel, BSNL) work in the region.
Breakfast at the hotel on the last day depends on your departure timing.
Hotels in Ladakh are more basic than in other parts of the country, and the terrain and weather are harsh and unpredictable.
Hotels are subject to availability. If a booked hotel is unavailable, you are moved to a comparable property.
Rates can change if services or hotels change. Any cost increase from changes to the package, such as the number of guests or hotel adjustments, is borne by the traveller.
The itinerary can change because of weather, road conditions, the physical ability of participants or other disruptions, in the interest of safety, without changing the overall duration of the tour.

FAQs

Where does the trip start, and how do I get there?

The trip starts and ends in Leh, not Delhi. You reach Leh on your own, and our representative receives you on arrival. We advise arriving at least one day before the trip starts, because the government SOPs require 48 hours of acclimatisation in Leh. You can arrange that extra night yourself or ask our team to help.

What are the travel options and what do they cost?

Per person on triple sharing: Own Bike ₹19,000, Solo Rider ₹32,400, Dual Rider ₹23,400 and SUV / Tempo Traveller ₹24,500. The biking options include the rented bike and fuel as per the itinerary; the SUV / Tempo Traveller option covers the whole route by vehicle, depending on group size. 5% GST is extra.

What do twin and single sharing rooms cost?

Prices are for triple sharing. Twin sharing is ₹3,000 extra per person and single sharing is ₹7,000 extra per person. An extra mattress is provided for the third person in triple-sharing rooms.

What is included?

7 nights in hotels, camps or cottages and homestays on triple sharing, the meals mentioned in the itinerary, a Himalayan bike for 6 days and fuel as per the itinerary on the biking options (or travel by four-wheeler on the SUV / Tempo Traveller option), a backup vehicle for luggage and repairs, a mechanic with spare parts, knee and elbow guards, inner line permits, the Ladakh Union fee, group pickup and drop, a team captain, an oxygen cylinder in the car, a first-aid kit and a bonfire night.

Are the bike, fuel and riding gear included?

On the biking options, a Himalayan bike for 6 days and fuel as per the itinerary are included, and knee and elbow guards are provided free. Carry your own helmet if you are on a bike. A mechanic with spare parts and a backup vehicle for luggage travel with the group. Any damage to the bike is borne by the rider.

What is not included?

5% GST, meals not specified in the itinerary, entry charges and monument fees, room heater charges, personal expenses and tips, and any cost from unforeseen circumstances such as medical emergencies. Any damage to the bike is borne by the rider.

How do I book and pay?

Book your seat by paying 50% of the trip cost by net banking or UPI, and pay the remaining amount 4 days before the trip. 5% GST is extra.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancel more than 10 days before the travel date and 50% of the advance is refunded; 5 to 10 days before, 25% of the advance; less than 5 days before, there is no refund. Rescheduling at least 15 days before the travel date carries a 30% fee, and within 15 days of travel no changes are accepted. The full terms are under Cancellation Policy.

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