LADAKH & ZANSKAR ON TWO WHEELS
Women’s Trans-Himalayan Moto Expedition
A 14-day women-only high-altitude motorcycle expedition for experienced riders in the Indian Himalaya.
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Thin air. Vast plateaus. Deep gorges. Ancient monasteries. High passes.
Tour Snapshot
Duration: 14 days / 13 nights
Riding days: 11
Total distance: approx. 1,300 km
Start / End: Leh (3,500 m)
Group size: Max. 10 riders
Bike Model: RE Himalayan 411cc
Riding level: Advanced with off-road experience
Terrain: Mix of tarmac, gravel, sand, and water crossing
Altitude: Riding from day one above 3,500 m
Tour style: Guided women-only expedition
Season: August (peak riding time)
Package: All-inclusive from Leh to Leh
High in the Indian Himalaya, Ladakh and the remote Zanskar Valley lie between the Karakoram and Zanskar ranges. Known as the Land of High Passes, the region is shaped by altitude, isolation, and mountain crossings rising far above 4,000 metres.
This women-only journey moves through landscapes where life and travel have always been dictated by terrain — offering space, silence, and encounters that unfold slowly, both on and off the bike.
THE RIDE
Road conditions
This expedition begins and ends in Leh (3,500 m) and moves straight into high-altitude terrain. From the first riding day, altitude, exposure, and surface conditions call for calm focus, steady pacing, and sound judgment.
Expect a constantly changing mix of asphalt, broken tarmac, gravel, sand, and occasional water crossings fed by glacial runoff. Roads are often narrow, weather-worn, and sometimes trace steep drop-offs where precision matters. Snowfall in August is uncommon — but never impossible.
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Riding days are demanding yet deliberately measured. Traffic is sparse, but conditions shift quickly: wind, cooler temperatures, swelling streams, and thin air are part of daily riding reality. This is not technical riding for its own sake. It is endurance riding — rhythm, awareness, and respect for the mountains over and above speed.
The reward is profound. In Ladakh, silence stretches wide, landscapes open endlessly, and roads exist not because it’s easy — but because people endured.
Altitude & terrain
Riding rhythm
The reward
HIGHLIGHTS ALONG THE WAY
Life along the road
Ladakh and Zanskar are shaped by Tibetan Buddhist traditions and centuries of high-altitude life. Riding through remote villages and past ancient monasteries, cultural encounters arise naturally — unforced, respectful, and part of everyday life.
Riding together
This women-only expedition creates a focused and supportive space. Shared challenges at altitude, long days in the saddle, and moments of stillness foster strong bonds — between riders, with our local crew, and the people we meet.
Land, space and silence
Vast plateaus, deep gorges, great roads, water crossings, and high passes rising above 5,000 metres define this ride. The terrain demands attention and presence — and rewards it with scale, silence, and a new sense of perspective.
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DAY BY DAY ROUTE
DAY 01
Arrival in Leh
(off-bike)
DAY 04
Lamayuru → Hanupatta
(70 km)
DAY 07
Padum → D. Drung Glacier → Padum
(160 km)
DAY 10
Jispa → Sarchu
(80 km)
DAY 13
Sightseeing & farewell dinner
(off-bike)
DAY 02
Leh warm-up ride
(60 km)
DAY 05
Hanupatta → Lingshed
(90 km)
DAY 08
Padum → Phuktal Gompa → Purne
(80 km)
DAY 11
Sarchu → Tso Kar Lake
(150 km)
DAY 14
Departure from Leh
(off-bike)
DAY 03
Leh → Lamayuru
(115 km)
DAY 06
Lingshed → Padum
(130 km)
DAY 09
Purne → Jispa
(80 km)
DAY 12
Tso Kar Lake → Leh
(160 km)
Ladakh map, only riding days indicated (not to scale)
Remote riding requires the right team.
WHO THIS TOUR IS FOR
This women's Trans-Himalayan expedition is designed for confident riders seeking purposeful adventure in remote, high-altitude terrain.
This tour is for you if:
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You are a confident rider with prior off-road experience and are willing to push yourself here and there
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You are comfortable with longer days in the saddle at altitudes between 3,500 m and 5,328 m
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You ride with patience and respect for changing conditions
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You value challenge, remoteness, and supportive group dynamics over comfort
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If you’re looking for adventure, this is your place.
DATES, OPTIONS & PRICES
Tour dates
14–27 August 2026
Group size
Maximum 10 riders
Prices
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EUR 3,145 per person (twin share) — based on 8 riders
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EUR 3,445 per person (twin share) — for groups of 5–7 riders
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Single room supplement: EUR 350 (subject to availability)
The price reflects the complexity of operating in remote, high-altitude regions and is an all-inclusive expedition from Leh to Leh, including: guided riding, motorcycle, accommodation, meals, permits, and on-route logistical backup throughout the journey.