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Best Biking Things To Do In Himachal Pradesh In July

About the Destination:

Fixed Departure: 30th July 2016

Welcome to Ladakh – The Land of High Passes. This is a destination is blessed with unique and interesting diversities that make travelling here seem much more than it is! Nestling the Himalayan and Karakoram ranges in its midst, Ladakh is one place where you will see lush, green fields at one glance and dry, arid deserts at another. Where your perspective is being coloured by the impeccable blue waters of the Pangong Tso Lake at one go, at another it is blinded by the harsh afternoon sun reflecting light off the snowy mountains.

Adventure and travel enthusiasts alike, have crossed the threshold of this blissful destination, only to come away with the feeling of having witnessed Mother at her best!

About the Departure with Details:

As per the Ladakh Motorcycle Tour, Put on your riding gear and combat the toughest, highest and yet the most beautiful landscapes on a bike tour to Ladakh. Watch the beautiful vistas pass you by as you begin this epic journey at Manali. The rivers of the Himalayas keep you company throughout the way as you climb higher altitudes and combat some of the highest passes in the world. Since Ladakh is a land of extremes, you can see snow-capped mountains at the same time as, arid sand dunes; azure blue lakes flow alongside some of the highest mountain peaks and rough, rocky roads give way to smooth highways!

If you want to know the meaning of ‘space’ ride on through Ladakh and its unlimited expanses, full of natural beauty!

Meal Types: Veg

Activities: Riding, Camping

Total Distance: 150km per day (approx.)

Highest Altitude: 18380 feet (Khardung La pass)

Temperature Range: 3  – 35 Degrees

About the Destination:

Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, nestled in the mid of Kashmir Valley is surrounded by wonderful lakes like Dal, Nagin and Anchar, whose sparkling waters reflecting the rays of the sun is a sight to behold. Its dynamic houseboats sailing on the scenic Dal Lake, Lake side views, magnificent sunsets, snow clad mountains, sprawling green Mughal Garden and authentic Kashmiri cuisine with some exciting activities like skiing, trekking, white water rafting, paragliding, camping and Kayaking are just some of the reasons that makes Srinagar a dream destination for the visitors all year round!

On the other hand a picturesque hill station surrounded by snowy mountains and dense pinewoods with the rambling Beas River, “Manali” in Himachal Pradesh is famous for its astonishing beauty and the famous Ladakh bike trip. Besides the splendour of its natural vista, a lot of other interesting activities are in store in Manali like mountaineering, and skiing which offer an awe inspiring experience.

Activities: Biking, Sightseeing, Camping

Highest Altitude: 18,360 feet

Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate

A place that makes you believe, that paradise must be like this – Welcome to Narkhanda! Nested in the upper region of Shimla, this beautiful place has all what is required to make you vacation a memorable experience. With its cool climate throughout the year – there exists a walking access to snow till the middle of May. Now, what else you expect from a hill station?

The summers is just brilliant in this slice of paradise, delight in a mountain biking on the narrow trails, ride through the hilly terrain and experience the gush of cold air wiping your face as you race ahead. While water lovers can get their gears ready for an adventurous river rafting in Shimla. Feel your adrenalin racing as you balance your raft with rest of the group members in the cascading waters.

Walk through the winding trails dotted with spell-bounding orchards of apple and other hilly fruits. Converse with the locals who will be more than happy to tell you about their place. You can also relish on the taste of horse riding on the Hatu Trail located at a soaring height of around 11,500ft. Delight in this amazing ‘Pahadi’ experience and River rafting in Shimla while relaxing at Aamod in Narkhanda.

Meal Types: Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian

Accommodation Types: Double Sharing

Activities: Rope climbing, River rafting, Trekking, Visit a local village mountain, Biking, Summer Camping, Nature Walks, Horse Riding and Skiing in winters Mountain Jeep Safaris Lakeside and Orchard Camps, Horse Riding to Hatu

Difficulty Level: Easy

About the Activity:

• The rugged slopes around Manali offer excellent biking opportunities!
• Depart at around 09.00 AM, and ride to Naggar Castle, Rhala Falls, and Rhumsu Village and other placid locations.
• Explore the mountains in one of the most unique and sustainable ways to indulge in the place.
• Return by around 4.00 PM after a rollicking day of mountain biking.

Location: Solang Valley

Manali Snow Scooter Timing: You can avail the activity anytime between 10:00 AM to 03:00 PM

Manali is known as the queen of hill station which is also famously known for its adventurous sports among which skiing, parachuting, paragliding, trekking, rafting and snow scooter are the most popular and must-try sports. It is different from all these adventurous sport and is a special one because of its movement on the snow-covered road that heals and energizes you in a very positive way. The powerful machines allow you to glimpse the abundant beauty over a 2-kilometer stretch and is fun with friends and family.

Snow scooter in Manali has become a very popular leisure vehicle when people want a small or long ride. After taking the ride of a snow scooter, one can find himself filled with an adrenaline rush. You may either drive snow scooter with an experienced snow scooter driver or drive yourself together with a guide. One thing is sure that you will get the experience of a lifetime.

How to reach the Manali snow scooter starting point :
Solang valley is 14 km from Mall Road, You can take a private or shared taxi to reach there.

About the Activity: 

• These Bike rentals are the concept formulated by three friends who love racing and everything that is there to do with it and you get to be a part of it! 
• Enjoy a bike ride across the expanse of Shimla with your friends and family and let the thrill of riding take you over on your holiday! 
• Get your bags ready and explore the length and breadth of Shimla as the only sounds you hear are those of the bike engine revving hard against your legs. 
• You can rent a 350cc Royal Enfield for a day and enjoy Shimla.

• Feel relaxed with a bike ride to Lahaul- Spiti, one of the most beautiful snowy valleys in the Himalayan ranges, ride for about 1000 kilometers with the seven day trip.
• Start your trip from Chandigarh to reach Narkanda or Tanidar, a small town, relax for sometime, get an overnight stay in Lakeside Apple Farm resort.
• Relish the journey from Narkanda to Sangla and rivet in the sight of Sarahan in the middle of Shrikand Mahadev peak.
• Prepare for the next trip to Tabo via Ribba, visit other monasteries such as Morona and Tila en route, see the vast artistic talents hidden inside each monastery.
• Get an exciting drive to Kaza via Pin, Kungri and Dankar monasteries, enjoy your stay in Kaza.
• Visit Ki monastery which holds very ancient paintings and scriptures, aftermath travel to Kibber, the highest village and finally, reach Loshar for your overnight home stay.
• Rivet in the beauty of Kunzum pass and Chander Tal lake, the ultimate beauty and serenity mixed together and then relax in tents at Chander Tal.
• Reach Manali for shopping, feel an awesome time in Hot Spring in Vashisht and then your trip gets over by dinner.

• Use the opportunity to take a Royal Enfield ride to have a view of the most beautiful valleys in Leh and Manali and the trip will take eight days and seven nights.
• After arriving in Leh, you can get familiarized with the climate and get to know about the places. On the second day have some practicing rides on the bullet and prepare for the long riding session.
• From Leh ride to Pangong Tso lake, feel the beauty of the lake where you can relax for an overnight stay.
• Ride for few kilometers along the Pangong lake, have a glance of the nature's possessions and come back to Thiksey, take rest and get prepared for the highway ride next day.
• On your ride to Sarchu from Thiksey, you come to have halts at Taglang La, Lachlung La and Nakee La.
• Enjoy the sight of Baralach La at 16500 feet altitude on your way to reach Keylong and on the last day you will reach Manali where your tour ends by the evening.

• Indulge in this exciting 13 days mountain biking tour in a Royal Enfield 500 cc in Manali and get a chance to ride through the stunning views of this region.
• Arrive in Srinagar and register with a customary houseboat skimming on the delightful Dal Lake.Meet the rest of the group and get briefed before your ride.
• Begin your ride through the easy terrains and endure that you are comfortable with the bike.Reach Sonmarg in the evening and enjoy the view of the snow capped mountains.
• Enjoy a genuine test ride the Zoji La pass 11,575 feet while enjoying the view of the beautiful mountains of Sonmarg.
• Ride through the slush and broken roads and then the historic road from  Drass to Kargil with its majestic vies of green valleys and rivers.
• Marvel at the sight of the rock sculpture of the Maitreya Buddha at  Mulbek and then pass through the Namika La and Fotu La, before reaching Lamayuru. Head towards Leh for the night.
• Explore the various places in Leh such as the local market, a monastery and the Shanti Stupa. 
• Ride to the highest motorable pass Khardung La­ at a dizzy height of 18,380 feet and then descend into the Nubra valley while enjoying the unique landscapes.
  
• Retrace your ride back and spend some time sightseeing or shopping in Leh.
• Ride through the majestic grassland and meadows to the Changthang Plateau and pass the long and steep trails to the third motoable pass Chang­ La pass at 17,586 feet.
• Marvel at the sight of the Pangong Tso lake 135 km and spend the night by the bank of the lake. Ride back through Chang La pass and to the Manali-­Leh highway.
• Pass through the three altitude passes Taglang La and Gata loops a series of 21 switchbacks down the valley.
  
• Enjoy riding through the landscapes from barren lands to slight green plantation and reach Keylong for the night.
• Next ride along the amazing views of the Chandra and Bagha rivers and enjoy the scenic view of the Rohtang pass.Descent from the pass and ride to Manali.
• Depart from Manali after an adventurous ride.

• Ladakh, fondly referred to as ‘Little Tibet’ is known for its snow-capped peaks and natural surroundings. This 11 day Spiti Valley tour promises a trip of a lifetime.
• On arrival at  Srinagar in your own motorcycle , check into hotel and freshen up for a briefing session followed by an introduction.
• In the following 13 days of your tour you'll journey from Srinagar Srinagar, Fotula Pass, Kargil, Leh, Lachungla,Rohtang Pass and many more to end your tour at Manali
• Ride The Ladakh range starting from the Indus-Shyok confluence and the Zanskar range is the dividing line between the Indus and Zanskar valleys.
• Take a visit to the Drass war memorial, built in the memory of fallen soldiers in the 1999 Kargil war and a must visit.
• Marvel the Glacier facing both Pakistan and China through Khardungla pass, as the weather condition make the ride difficult.
• Your trip enables you to  visit multiple location like the ancient monasteries, temples and many more that are more than 1000 years old.
• Join this Adventurous Ride to the Spiti Valley with Challenging Roads, untouched by the modern world and unpolluted mountains of Himalayas.
• Shimla is the last stop of this amazing trip.  

• This summer, go on an exciting journey through the Himalayas that explore the mountains and the place where our army strives day in and out.
• The 14 day bike trip starts from Delhi.
• The trip covers Pathankot, Srinagar, Kargil, Leh, Nubra Valley, Pangong Tso Lake, Debring, Darcha and Manali.
• You will have a chance to explore mountains, lakes, valleys and cultures that are incredible at the very least.
• Its an adventure of a lifetime as you cover steep passages and roads through some tough terrains while exploring mountains, valleys and civilizations tucked away in a beautiful harmony. 
• The trip ends in Delhi.
• Accommodation and meals (breakfast and dinner) are included.

Rental Location: Shimla

Pickup/Drop Location: Boileauganj, Shimla

Rental Duration: 24 hours.

Vehicles Available:

Royal Enfield Classic 350

Royal Enfield Himalayan

Royal Enfield Classic 500

Speed Limit: Max Speed 80 KMPH

Age limit: Above 18 years

About Bike On Rent in Shimla:

Explore the scenic and breathtaking views of Shimla where one can experience the primal joy of motorcycling like never before. Be it during the city riding experience or riding on the narrow mountain roads, Shimla has it all. Ride amidst the beauty of Shimla all by yourself along with the scenic backdrop. Choose from an extensive range of well-maintained rental bikes and travel at your own pace and convenience without the hustles of public transport.

Pick up and Drop Point: Near Old bus stand, Shimla
Minimum duration: 4 hours

One can experience mountain biking adventure by availing this cool rental option. Get to glide through the town all along with the scenic backdrop. One can hop on one of these super-efficient, well-equipped mountain bikes and take a small tour of this picturesque town. Make sure to stop by some of the viewpoints and take some favorite snaps for Instagram feed. On booking, the bike will be provided from the pickup point. This will help you access the tricky terrains with a lot of ease. The bicycle can be taken on rent from 9 AM onwards. The latest till which one can retain the bicycle is 6 PM. A security deposit of Rs 1500 will be required during the collection of the bicycle. It will be refunded once the vehicle is returned in the original condition.  

Suggested Mountain Biking Trails in Shimla:
1.Shimla to Taradevi to Mehli and back
2. Shimla to Mashobra to Sipur and back
3.Shimla to Taradevi – Sadhupul and back
4.Shimla to Kufri and back
5. In city riding experience to explore markets

• Marvel at the charming Indian town of Bir at your own pace by renting an Activa for a day.
• Bir is known worldwide as a destination for ecotourism and meditation studies and is praised by visitors from all corners of the earth for its natural beauty. 
• This trip takes you to some of the famous attractions and feel nature while riding on two wheels. 
• The scooty is charged on per day basis and can be availed from the renting outlet in Bir Billing.
• The bike can be picked up between 10 AM and 8 PM on a per-day basis and has to be returned within 10 hours. 
• All drivers need to carry at least 2 ID proofs, one being the driving license.
• You can stroll around places like Chokling Monastery, Dharmalaya Institute, Sherab Ling Monastery, Bir Tea Factory, Deer Park Institute, Baijnath Temple, Drukpa Kagyu Monastery, Chowgan Tea Gardens, Himalayan Film Institue, Bir Bazaar and many more.