12days, 2600kms: Himalayan Bike Expedition. Review on Ladakh

It is a long story which can't be summarized in mere 7500 words. Actually it will take a lifetime to explain in its true sense. It would be better if you go and enjoy yourself. To help you to do that, I can give you some basic information. You will see that planning and itineraries won't really work while fighting with climate and Himalayas. We will get the real feel that we are mere human beings - The real Enlightment.

We were 7 friends with 5 motorcycles

Sterin - Pulsar 180 DTSi

Raju - RE Electra

Premraj - Pulsar 150 DTSi

Kiran - Pulsar 150 DTSi

Vijay - RE Thunderbird

Albert

Kamaljith

We started our journey From Trivandrum to Chandigarh by Train(Kochuveli - Chandigarh Express)

Our bikes were sent to Chandigarh via Gati Transportation

Biking Started from Chandigarh

July 14th: Chandigarh - Manali

July 15th: Manali - Keylong

July 16th: Keylong - Sarchu

July 17th: Sarchu - Leh

July 18th: Leh - Khardungla - Leh

July 19th: Leh - Pangong Tso(India - China Border)

July 20th: Pangong Tso - Leh

July 21st: Leh - Mulbek(Kargil)

July 22nd: Mulbek - Sonamarg(Srinagar)

July 23rd: Sonamarg - Udhampur

July 24th: Udhampur - Ambala

July 25th: Ambala - Delhi

Chandigarh - Well planned city in India. Rock Garden was the main attraction

Kullu - View of Dam at Night was simply great. 4 kms long tunnel was another attraction

Manali - Major honey moon spot with glimpses of Himlayas. From here onwards culture changes, People cannot be more helpful

Rohtang Pass - First Mountain pass and snow on the way to Ladakh. Acute Mountain Sickness may grab you from here if precautions are not taken

Keylong - Good place for night stay, nice view of Green valleys around

Baralachla - A lot of snow, another mountain pass

Sarchu - Not recommended for night stay unless you are ready to suffer real cold weather and Oxygen less breath, only for healthy people

Gataloops - Nakeela Mountain pass with dangerous curvy roads, One mistake will cost you your life

Leh - Place to relax after toughest ride, many accommodation options available.

Khardungla - Highest motorable road on Planet earth - 18380 ft, Meet soldiers on the way - can hear their inspiring stories. From here you will feel like touching the sky and seeing the heaven. We also learn how to give way and respect Army convoys

Pangong Tso - Wild life sanctuary and beautiful salt water lake. Here you will really appreciate your ability to see things. Scenery can't be more beautiful anywhere else. Nice warm stay at Eco Huts

Kargil - No more helping hands from localities like Ladakh region. Started feeling unsafe. Warning boards at boarder to take care of yourself.

Drass - Place where the battle was fought against Pakistan intruders. Each picture and monument has got long stories to say. Patriotic emotions will make you weep

Srinagar - Entering to paradise on Earth. Apple trees and beautiful Kashmiri girls. Be careful while travelling here. Dal lake offers real beauty

Jammu - Nothing Special

Punjab - Ride through these places will make your rich in terms of geographical experiences. Can hear Rajaputana stories if you mingle with localites

Delhi - At last we reached our end of the journey at India Gate. Really miss Taj Mahal. It should have been included in our Itinerary.

I am not a good story teller. Still I would like you to experience our adventure life during our Biking trip. Get more detailed information from the links below.

(Following are not advt.s Just our real trip stories which may help readers in greater deal. Moderator may verify and delete if this violate mouthshut policies)

For more details

https://sterintjose.blogspot.com/2009/11/details-of-our-ladakh-motorcycling.htm
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For video album

https://youtube.com/watch?v=M7aH9Mv4410