Manali Leh Backpacking Bike Trip

Places to visit in 9 Days Manali Leh Bike Trip

• Suraj Tal: 800m long high altitude Lake, Suraj Tal has one of the most popular views and scenic landscapes that will make you fall head over heels in love with the place. It is filled with magic of nature and will leave you awestruck and amazed for hours.
• Baralacha La Pass: Baralacha La top falls under one of the high altitude motorable mountain passes , you can feel the calmness of air in your soul and truly be hypnotized by its beauty.
• Manali: Manali is the finest place to array one with ambient cafes, small eat-in places, road trips with scenic attractions etc.
• Leh Town: The town itself has so much to provide one with, including breathtaking landscapes, inhabitants,culture ,music ,dance and many more activities and sights to learn and gain knowledge.
• Hall of Fame: There are many Indian soldiers who struggle standing on the borders of Siachen region to protect the country. Hall of fame is a museum that is a tribute to all soldiers who fought in the Indo-Pak wars and every corner of the halls narrates the stories of bravery and sacrifices made by them.
• Magnetic Hill: Magnetic Hill will leave you in amusement as it has to scientists all over the world. This place challenges the laws of gravity and is believed to have a strong magnetic force and that is why flights don’t fly over this region because it creates disturbances. It is also believed that Magnetic Hill are actually downhills but it creates optical illusion due to which you feel you are going uphill. Many such mystic theories make Magnetic Hill a must visit place.
• Pathar Sahib Gurudwara: Situated at the height of 12000 ft above sea well, A beautiful Gurudwara sahib is constructed in the memory of first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak. It is in memory of the time when Guru Nanak Dev ji, himself visited here.
• Shanti Stupa: Shanti Stupa is a beautiful dome shaped Buddhist monument, there are two levels in the stupa each depicting a significant philosophy of Buddhism. During full moon nights when the moon light falls upon the monument it enhances its natural beauty.
• Nubra Valley: Filled with Apricot orchards, ancient monasteries, sand dunes and icy rivers it has everything one will love to witness. Nubra valley also gives you an opportunity to go on camel rides on Bactrian camels, which is a rare and unique mammal found only in this region.
• Diskit Monastery: As the largest and oldest monastery in Leh, it is popular for its festival of scapegoat, culture and traditions.
• Turtuk Village: Turtuk Village offers views of the Shyok Valley and it is one such rare village that is left in India where you can witness Balti culture and learn more about it.
• Rancho School: 3 idiots fame, the Druk White Lotus School popular as Rancho school is a place to impart right education while at the same time it represents buddhist tradition and along with education it believes in fostering curiosity, inventions and innovations.
• Pangong Lake: This majestic lake is one of the most famous high-altitude lakes which is also known for changing colours from blue to red and green at different times of the day. Anyone who visits this lake is left awestruck for hours.
• Jispa: A village in Lahaul district of Himachal Pradesh which offers you with scenic landscapes along with spiritual feelings around temples and monasteries.
• Thiksey Monastery: Thiksey Monastery is situated on top of rocky hills, surrounded by vibrant energy. This Buddhist monastery has a 15 meter high statue of Maitreya Buddha.
• Changla Pass: It is the third highest motorable road and considered as gateway to Nubra region too, you will be thrilled by the experience.
• Khardungla Pass: As you travel through Khardungla Pass you will witness rapid transitions in sights and feel the richness in culture of that region.

Things to do in 9 Days Manali to Leh Backpacking Bike Trip

• Explore the Leh Town: Stroll around the beautiful towns of Leh and regions around Leh. Exploring towns helps you to understand and gain knowledge about the music, dance, food, culture and heritage of the place. Leh has one of the most mesmerizing views to witness. Strolling around the streets of Leh is a dream to live in.
• Photography: The roads from Manali to Leh have some breathtaking views of landscapes and every photographer seeks for such locations. Leh is the perfect spot for all photographers.
• Cafe Hopping in Old Manali: Cafe hopping is a kind of new age food exploration helps to taste different kinds of food along with aesthetic ambience. Manalsu, a tributary of the Beas river, cuts the town of Manali and divides it into New Manali and Old Manali. Wandering on the roads of Old Manali and exploring different cafes like The Lazy dog, Nonstop cafe, The Johnson’s Cafe and Hotel, Sunshine cafe etc will give you the taste of Manali.
• Camel Ride: Nubra valley is famous for Double Hump Bactrian Camel which is known for its unique feature that is having Double hump on its back this mammal is specially found in this cold desert.
• ATV Quad Bike Riding: It’s an optional activity that travelers can choose on sand dunes of Nubra Valley.
• Tour of Turuk village: Turuk village situated in the laps of Himalayan range gives you an opportunity to witness the jaw dropping vistas of snow-clad Karakoram mountains as seen from this sleepy village situated close to the Indo-Pak border.
• Stargazing at Pangong Tso: Imagine sitting in the most peaceful and calm environment and when you look up at the night sky you can see stars all over the sky scattered like white lilies on a dark blue sheet. From east of Ladakh to western side of Tibet, this Lake is India’s highest Saltwater Lake. It is crystal clear blue in colour which contradicts the surroundings and landscapes around it. Stargazing from Pangong Tso will make you feel like an artist has sprinkled little dots on the dark night sky.
• Exploring Buddhist Monasteries: Spiritually blessed places fill your soul and mind with tranquility. Buddhist monasteries such as Hemis, Thiksey, etc. are the main attractions of Ladakh and will help you gain knowledge about Buddhist traditions and culture.
• River Rafting in Zanskar River: This north flowing river is the perfect place to experience thrilling river rafting. River rafting here is the second most difficult one in India while it stands at first place in difficulty worldwide.

Best time to visit Manali Leh by Bike

A bike trip from Manali to Leh requires right type of weather, pleasant weather elevates the experience further, according to temperature June to September are the best months to visit Manali Leh Backpacking Package, as during these months you can find clear roads, scenic landscapes, better environment but traveler should keep in mind that Leh has unpredictable weather so it is advisable for people to carry cloths and essential accordingly.

How to reach Manali to Start Bike Trip

• Airways: You can board a flight from your respective states to Delhi and from Delhi take a bus/cab/drive to Manali from where the trip begins.
• Roadways: From your city take a cab or bus to Manali, you can even drive your own car and reach Manali while enjoying the scenic landscapes on the way.
• Railways: Catch a train from your railway station or nearest railway station to Delhi and from Delhi take a bus or cab to Manali.

From your respective states reach Manali and then the bike trip to reach your desired destination starts from Manali, Himalayan bikes will be provided as the mode of transport.

FAQ’s for Manali to Leh Bike Trip

1. What is the network connectivity like during the Manali-Leh bike tour?

There is very low stability of network connections in the Leh region so it is better to inform your friends and family so that they can rest assured and you can enjoy your trip.

2. Is it safe to go to Leh via road?

Yes, it’s absolutely safe to take a bike to Leh , as most of the tourists prefer this. There can be some unpredictable natural conditions but other than that it is really safe to go to Leh via road.

3. Can Asthma patients go on this bike trip?

No, Asthma patients and ones with heart-related problems shouldnt take this trip unless their condition is mild ,if the physician permits they may take the trip.

4. What are the tips you need to keep in mind for the bike trip?

• Do not make fun of locals or harm the inhabitants of the region, Avoid carrying heavy luggage as it would be difficult for you to carry it during a bike trip.
• Do not throw garbage here and there instead keep the environment clean and beautiful as it is.