Cycling Laddakh
Leh Ladakh Cycling Tour – A Memorable Encounter at the Land of High Passes
Cycling in the Himalayas is altogether a different experience which can be one of the wildest dreams of an adrenaline junkie. If you have the zest for conquering the spellbinding world of the Himalayas by riding your cycle, then the Leh-Khardung La Cycling Expedition should be on your bucket list. Placed amid an ever-changing and fabulously flourishing backdrop, the Himalayan ranges tender some spectacular cycling trails for adventure aficionados. To put it briefly, a cycling trip in the Himalayas is an ideal vacation idea for those who are born to be wild.
As a cyclist who always dreams of riding his cycle to dream destinations the cycling expedition from Leh – Khardung La surely promises to be a ride to remember. Tall mountains peeping behind each other with brown texture will greet you as you start approaching Leh.
You must have proper safety equipment while riding your cycle in the mountains as it is a different ball game when compared to riding it in the city. Physical fitness, as well as mental fitness, go hand in hand for an expedition like this in the Himalayas
Highlights
- Route Highlights: Leh • Stok Palace • Spituk • Shey • Thiksey • Hemis • Alchi • Lamayuru • Rizong • Khardung La
- Daily Riding: 0–60+ km, depending on stage (support vehicle always available)
- Max Altitude: ~5,359 m (17,582 ft) at Khardung La
- Best Season: June to September (road and permits dependent)
- Bikes: Mountain bikes (sizes 13–21), helmets, pedals, bottles
- Meals: Breakfast + most lunches and dinners
- Stays: Quality hotels/guesthouses (twin-share)
- Support: Cycling guide, first-aid, backup vehicle
- Fitness: Comfortable riding consecutive days at altitude
