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5 Days Zanskar Bike Trip from Manali | Monasteries and Mountains

Pickup & Drop

Manali - Manali

Duration

4N - 5D

Overview & Highlights

Itinerary

Inclusions

Exclusions

Other Info

Overview & Highlights

Manali - Jispa - Padum - Gonbo Rongjon - Manali - Delhi

If you think you've seen Ladakh, you haven't seen Zanskar. Tucked deep inside the western Himalayas and cut off from the world for most of the year, the Zanskar Valley remains one of the last truly offbeat frontiers in India and we're taking you right into its heart, on two wheels.
We ride out of Manali through the legendary Atal Tunnel and into the dramatic Lahaul Valley, following the roaring Chandra River before conquering the mighty Shingo La Pass at 5,091m - one of the most thrilling high-altitude passes in all of the Himalayas. From there, the roads get rawer, the landscape gets wilder, and the adventure gets real.
In Zanskar, we explore the ancient Stongdey and Karsha Gompas, chase a hidden waterfall in Sheela Village, and hike through rugged terrain across wooden bridges to reach Phugtal Monastery, a 2,500-year-old cave monastery so remote and surreal, it barely feels real. We camp under star-filled skies in Gonbo Rangjon, the legendary God's Mountain, before riding back with memories that no road trip could ever match.
This isn't just a bike trip. This is Zanskar and it's calling your name. Book Now with WanderOn!

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Manali | Ride to Jispa

Arrive in Manali, the "Valley of Gods" and gear up for the adventure ahead

Freshen up, fuel yourself with a hearty breakfast, and get your bikes ready to roll

We ride out through the legendary Atal Tunnel, the world's highest road tunnel above 10,000 ft.

We will then watch the landscape transform as we enter the Lahaul Valley.

Ride along the mighty Chandra River and enjoy the views of the towering peaks at the backdrop.

We arrive at our campsite in Jispa and settle in for the evening.

Enjoy a cozy evening and fall asleep under the sky filled with countless stars covering the Lahaul Valley, feeling refreshed and rejuvenated for the adventures that lie ahead.

Overnight stay in Jispa

Day 2

Jispa to Padum via Shingo La Pass

Wake up to a beautiful morning in the mountains and have your breakfast.

Next, we will get ready for an offbeat ride into the heart of the Zanskar Valley — a route very few riders ever explore.

Today, we will pass the famous Shingo La Pass (also known as Shinku La) located at an altitude of 5,091m.

Enjoy this thrilling ride through this pass that connects Himachal Pradesh to Ladakh and watch some jaw-dropping views.

We will then descend into Zanskar's dramatic landscape and pass the small hamlet of Purne.

We will also take quick scenic stops to soak in the beauty of the place.

Reach Padum - the capital of the Zanskar region, and check-in to the hotel.

Enjoy your dinner at the stay and call it a day.

Overnight stay in Padum.

Day 3

Sightseeing Around Padum. Visit Shela Waterfall | Stongdey and Karsha Gompa.

Have your breakfast in the morning and get ready to explore the popular places in the Zanskar Valley.

Our first stop for the day will be the Stongdey Gompa, located dramatically on a rocky cliff overlooking the valley.

Next, we will ride to the Sheela Village to visit the hidden Shela Waterfall - a stunning cascade tucked away in the depths of the Zanskar valley.

Post lunch, we will head to the Karsha Gompa, which is the largest and the most significant monastery of Zanskar.

In these monasteries, you can spend time meditating, interacting with the monks, listening to the prayers, or simply admiring the interiors.

Upon completing the sightseeing for the day, we will return to our stay and have our dinner.

Overnight stay in Padum.

Day 4

Hike to the Phugtal Gompa. Transfer to to Purne/Gonbo Rangjon.

Have your breakfast in the morning, and get ready to ride along the scenic Zanskar River route towards Purne.

Today, we will follow the Zanskar River route as we make our way to the Phugtal Monastery - one of the most isolated and breathtaking monasteries in the entire world.

Get ready to begin your hike to the Phugtal Gompa which is also known as Phukthar Monastery or the “Honeycomb” monastery.

Phugtal Monastery is one of the most remote monasteries in Zanskar Valley located inside a cave.

To reach this monastery, we will pass the wooden bridges over the Tsarap River and hike on the rugged landscape.

After approximately 1-hour of hiking, you will reach the monastery.

Spend some time exploring this monastery, soaking in the surrounding views, interacting with the monks, meditating, clicking pictures, etc. (Time Required: 1 hours approx)

Next, we will decend back, take our bikes and continue riding towards Gonbo Rangjon - the famous God’s Mountain.

Upon reaching, settle into the campsite/stay and have your dinner under the stars.

Overnight stay near Gonbo Rangjon.

Day 5

Gonbo Rangjon/ Purne to Manali | Departure for Delhi

Have your breakfast in the morning and begin your day early.

Today, we will ride back to Manali, passing through the Shingo La Pas.

Enroute, we will also pass some small towns like Darcha and Keylong.

Reach Manali, submit your bikes and have some rest.

In the evening, we will board our bus back to Delhi.

Depart with a lot of adventurous memories of high passes, remote monasteries, starlit camps and scenic views from Zanskar.

Your amazing Zanskar bike expedition from Manali concludes once you reach Delhi the next morning.

Inclusions

Entire travel as per the itinerary. (From Delhi to Manali & Manali to Delhi it will be in Semi-sleeper Volvo & for the internal transfer will be in Sumo/Tempo & 411cc Himalayan for biking option).

Stay for 4 nights – 2 nights in a hotel at Padum, 1 night in a camp at Jispa, and 1 night in camps at Gonbo Rangjon on a triple-sharing basis

A total of 10 meals – 2 meal Day 1 (B+D) + 2 meals Day 2 (B + D) + 2 meals Day 3 (B+D) + 2 meals Day 4 (B+D) + 1 meal Day 5 (B)

Riding Gears – Helmet (Standard Size 58 - 60 cms), Riding Gloves (only for riders), Riding Jackets, Knee Pads (Though it is recommended you carry your own helmet for comfort)

Mechanical Backup. Daily bike check up.

Driver Night Charges, Toll Tax, Parking Charges, etc.

Team Captain throughout the trip

Medical Kit & An Oxygen Cylinder 24X7 in the car in case of emergency

Exclusions

GST (5%) is applicable extra.

Any kind of food or beverage that is not included in the package like alcoholic drinks, mineral water, meals/refreshments/lunches on the highway.

Any personal expenses like a tip to the drivers, entry to monuments/monasteries, camera/video camera charges, camel safari, river rafting, laundry, telephone bills, tips, etc

Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides, roadblocks etc. (to be borne directly by the customer on the spot)

In case of any damage to the riding gears the customer is liable to pay for the damage.

Any damage to the bike except engine damage must be borne by the client.

Any medical or evacuation expenses.

Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

INR 5,000/- security for the bike

Volvo Transfers are not included for Self Bike option.

Other Info

Must Carry

Authentic Government ID Card
Comfortable warm clothing like woolen socks, cap, fleece jackets or warmers, down jacket, toiletries.
Sunscreen & lip balm, Good U/V protection sunglasses
Personal Medicines (if any)

Travel Essentials

gears