Bullet bike and mountains are the second most lovable pair after Maggie & mountains. I am sure, there is no against opinion on this statement. Ladakh is considered as the dream place for bike lovers. “Ladakh kabhi bullet par cover karna hai.” is in dream in anyones list. So lets figure out top trending places should must cover on bikes before you think its too late.
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Spiti Circuit
Spiti Valley is situated at the high in himalayas of eastern regions of Himachal pradesh. The word “Spiti” means “The Middle Land”, also it the land between Tibet and India. If you want to explore the complete Himachal Pradesh in one route, that must only way to start your journey from Manali via Kaza & Kinnaur, than end it on Shimla. This circuit required minumum 10 days from your schedules.
Places you will encounter in Journey
Manali, Atul Tunnel, Chandratal, Kunzum Pass, Losar, Kaza, Key Monastery, Kibber, Langza, Komic, Hikkim, Tabo, Dhankar Monastery, Mud village, Gue Mummy gompa, Nako Lake, Roghi Suicide point, Reckong Peo, Sangla, Chitkul, Hindustan Tibet highway, Sarahan, Narkanda, Hatu peak & Shimla.
Best time to visit
April to September are said to be best season to explore.
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Manali to Leh Circuit
Manali to Leh is one famous route for all cause, we can say its a trend setter for adventure on bikes in India. And there is no counter argument. A common cause which created buzz and hike in Bullet bike sales in India, that Royal Enfield has a showroom and service station in Leh. Apart from this part, the breathtaking 360 degrees views are the main reason for the trend. In Car, Buses, Flights, you can not enjoy 360 view which is able in bike rides. The views from Manali to Leh journey are fair enough to call you again. This journey will take you to the all talked about pass’s in town. As a saying, Bike trips are no side walks on parks, when it comes to thrills, adventure & difficulties, severe breathing issue, it is considered as one of the most difficult routes of world.
Places you will encounter in Journey
Manali, Solang Valley, Rotang pass, Sissu, Tandi, Keylang Valley, Jispa, Darcha, Deepak Taal, Zing Zing bar, Suraj Taal, Baralacha La, Sarchu, Gata Loops, Naki La, Lachulang La, Pang, Jispa, Moori Plains, Taglangla, Ramstee, Upshi, Shey, Leh.
Best time to visit
April to September
03
Nubra Valley Circuit
Nubra Valley circuit came into limelight after 3 Idiots movie, which shot at Pangong lake. I was fascinated towards this circuit after I watched “IRT-World’s Deadliest Roads” so far. This circuit is under my bucket list since than. This circuit also cover Last village of Indian border in Ladakh region.
Places you will encounter in Journey
Leh, Khardung La, Khardung Village, Khalsar, Sumur, Panamik ,Warshi, Diskit, Hundar, Bukdang via THOISE, Bogdang, Turktuk, Thang.
Best time to visit
April to September
04
Srinagar to Leh
Start your road trip from Srinagar to Ladakh along the Leh route, which is stunning in and of itself and passes through the breathtaking Kashmir valley and the picturesque villages of Sonamarg and Drass. Due to better connection and the availability of basic amenities, it is typically seen as being simpler than the Manali to Leh highway trip.
Places you will encounter in Journey
Srinagar, Ganderbal, Sonamarg, Drass Valley, Kargil, Bagh- I- Khumain, Mulbekh, Lamayuru, Khalsi, Skinding, Alchi, Nimmoo, Leh.
Best time to visit
March to November
05
Rishikesh to India’s Last Village Mana
Mana is the last Indian village before the Himalayan border with Tibet/China. It is situated in the Chamoli neighborhood. It has been classified by the Uttarakhand government as a “Tourism Village.” One of the top tourist destinations around Badrinath is Mana Village, which is about 3km from the town of Badrinath. The village is situated at the bank of Saraswati River. Rishikesh to Mana journey on bullet ride almost cover most of the parts of Uttarakhand.
Places you will encounter in Journey
Rishikesh, Shivpuri, Devpuri, Srinagar, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag, Chamoli, Joshimath, Govind Ghat, Badrinath, Mana
Best time to visit
All sesons are good to go in this circuit.