Trip Details
Raw Zanskar: The Ultimate Himalayan Ride
Ride through remote river gorges, majestic monoliths, and hidden mountain passes.
Trip Overview:
- Delhi To Delhi
- 07 Nights / 08 Days
- Minimum 02-50 People
- Starts From 20,000/- Per Person
- Fitness Training - No
- Carry Prescribed Medicine
Conquer one of the Himalayas’ most rugged and untouched frontiers on an exhilarating motorcycle expedition across Zanskar Valley. Starting from Delhi/Chandigarh to Manali, riders cross the high-altitude Shinkula Pass to enter the raw wilderness of Zanskar. Highlights include camping beneath the sacred Gonbo Rangjon monolith, exploring the cliffside Phugtal Monastery and Kargyak Valley, viewing the massive Drang Drung Glacier from Pensila Pass, and riding along the river landscapes of Jispa and Lahaul. The journey includes dual-rider Royal Enfield bikes, fuel, backup support vehicles, mechanical assistance, road captains, and curated homestays and camps
Inclusions:
- Bus Transfers: Delhi/Chandigarh to Manali round-trip transit.
- Support Vehicle: Luggage transfer and on-ground back-up support.
- Rental Motorbike: Dual-rider Royal Enfield (Himalayan 411/Scram 411/Hunter 350)
- Expedition Fuel: Complete route fuel for the rented bike.
- Road Support: Dedicated Road Captain, mechanical assistance, and toolkits.
- Safety Gear: Standard helmets provided for rider and pillion.
- Permits: Inner Line Permits and local environmental permissions.
- Ground Management: Safety orientation, trip briefing, and route coordination.
Exclusions:
- Transit Meals: Any food or snacks during road transit and stops.
- Lunches: Daily mid-day lunch throughout the expedition.
- Rider Apparel: Personal riding jackets, pants, boots, and armor.
- Bike Deposit: Refundable vehicle security deposit before the trip.
- Accidental Damage: Repair costs for bike or mirror damages incurred.
- Entry Tickets: Monastery, heritage monument, and sightseeing entry fees.
- Optional Sports: Camel rides, adventure activities, and extra detours.
- Personal Spends: Shopping, laundry, café bills, tips, and personal calls.
- Medical Cover: Travel insurance, hospital bills, and evacuation charges.
- Emergency Delays: Unforeseen expenses caused by roadblocks, weather, or landslides.
Trip Itinerary
Day 01 - Delhi To Manali
- Board a bus from Delhi/ Train from Chandigarh to Manali
- Overnight bus journey
Day 02 - Manali (Free Day for Exploration)
- Hotel check-in & rest
- Evening free for Mall Road exploration
Day 03 - Manali To Gonbo Rangjon via Shinkula Pass
- Bike allocation & documentation
- Early morning ride start
- Ride through Lahaul Valley & high mountain roads
- Cross Shinkula Pass
- Enter the remote Zanskar region
- Witness iconic Gonbo Rangjon Mountain
Day 04 - Padum Local | Kargyak Valley & Phugtal Monastery
- Ride towards Kargyak Valley
- Visit legendary Phugtal Monastery
- Experience authentic Zanskari culture
Day 05 - Padum Local | Pensila Pass & Drang Drung Glacier
- Ride to Pensila Pass
- Visit Drang Drung Glacier viewpoint
- Photography & exploration stops
- Return to Padum
Day 06 - Padum To Jispa
- Scenic Himalayan ride
- River crossings & mountain landscapes
- Reach beautiful Jispa village
Day 07 - Jispa To Manali To Delhi
- Ride back towards Manali
- Cross Atal Tunnel
- Bike submission & Board a bus to Delhi/ Chandigarh
Day 08 - Reach Delhi
- Journey ends in Delhi