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Routes for emergency like situations, shopping and permits. It
Starting from Delhi there are two main routes – is recommended to spread at least an amount of Rs 2,500
Srinagar to Leh and Manali to Leh that offer best road to Rs 5,000 across the luggage as backup.
conditions and spectacular views. While the first may This brings average budget for a bike tour to Leh
seem longer the latter one offers better scenic beauty and Ladakh including Fuel, Accommodation, Food and
is more dangerous with an increased level of danger. Miscellaneous to Rs 20,500. Let’s make it Rs 21,000. This
is the minimum amount that a Leh Ladakh trip will
Budget charge you considering that you have a bike of your
The expenses on a bike trip differ for every biker but own and have not rented a bike which will add another
there is an average budget should be decided considering Ra 13,000 to Rs 15,000 to your trip.
the factors including petrol, accommodation, meals and
Not to miss Places
fuel. We have tried to make it convenient for you by
bringing an estimated budget for your bike trip to your Pangong Tso
dream destination. Most of you who have seen the ‘Jab Tak Hai Jaan”
must be remembering the scene in which Ansuhka
Fuel Sharma dives into a lake and comes out shivering.
The lake Pangong
Fuel is a priority when it comes to a n it comes to a The lake Pangong Tso which is popularly
bike trip and that fact that you will known as Pangong Lake which
at you will
known as P
be covering an average distance stretches at a distance of 134 km
istance
stretches a
g all
of 3,500 km. Considering all is a mu
is a must see when visiting
Leh Ladakh.
the five bikes mentioned Leh L
ed
above, the average mileage e
will be 35 kmpl, you will N
Namgyal Tsemo Gom-
be needing somewhere p
po/Monastery
around 100 liter of T h e N a m g y a l
petrol for the entire Tsemo Gompo/
trip. This brings the Monastery, believed
total estimated cost to be founded by the
on fuel to Rs 7,000 to king of Ladakh back
Rs 8,000. in 1430 is located in
t the heart of Ladakh.
Accommodation It
It serves as a home to
There are a lot of the famous Maitreya
the
Bud
budget hotels to stay in n Buddha’ golden statue as
Leh Ladakh and the charges is one of the famous sites
is one
ges
s low
for accommodation costs as low among
among tourists due to its
a decent
historical im
as Rs 500 per person and a decent historical importance.
hotel may charge you Rs 2,500 per
Rs 2,500 per
Zankar Valley
person on an average. This brings the total Zankar Valley
is brings the total
cost for accommodation on a 15-day trip will cost you The Zankar Valley is surrounded by massive snow-
a minimum of Rs 7,500. clad mountains peaks on all sides and is sure to leave
you aww-founded.
Food
If you are a dhaba lover, the trip has plenty to offer. Nubra Valley
There are various dhabas that cost Rs 100 to Rs 150 for The much-renowned Nubra Valley is surely a not to
a single meal. If you want to dine at something bit more miss place. It is popularly known as "the valley of
upbeat, there are restaurants that cost around Rs 400 to Rs flowers” as it constitutes various beautiful and colorful
500 per person. This brings the total expenditure on meals blooming flowers that are sure to keep you charmed
for a 15-day trip in between Rs 2,250 to Rs 6,000. Let’s take for a very long time.
an average of Rs 3,500.
Shanti Stupa
Miscellaneous The Shanti Stupa is perched on the top of a hill at
As discussed earlier, the rugged landscape of Leh an elevation of 4267 meters. It is a must visit place as it
Ladakh may surprise even those with the most perfect offers a panoramic view of Leh and a stunning sunrise
plans. So, you should always carry some extra money and sunset experience.
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