Manali to Leh Cycling Expedition

Day 1 : Arrival in Manali. Assembling cycles and rest. Overnight in Manali

Day 2 : Manali to Marhi - 37.5 km

Day 3 : Marhi to Sissu via Rohtang La - 49.5 km

Day 4 : Sissu to Jispa - 55 km

Day 5 : Jispa to Zing Zing Bar - 36 km

Day 6 : Zing Zing Bar to Sarchu via Baralacha La - 50 km

Day 7 : Sarchu to Whisky Nala via Nakee La - 47 km

Day 8 : Whisky Nala to Debring/Tso Kar via Lachung La - 81 km

Day 9 : Tso Kar to Lato via Taglang La - 53 km

Day 10 : Lato to Leh - 70 km

Day 11 : Leh to Khardung La - 40 km; Return to Leh by vehicle

Day 12 – Departure from Leh

What to pack : 

Cycling gear

• A good MTB (Mountain Terrain Biking)
• Cycling helmet
• A lock for your cycle
• Front torch - optional
• Rear View Mirror – optional
• Bike pannier racks for your luggage

Footwear

• Cycling shoes - 1
• Sandals/ flip-flops for camps - 1

On-the-bike Clothing & Accessories

• Cycling Jersey or Any Dry Fit T-Shirt or Cotton T-Shirts - 2
• Cycling Shorts - 2
• Track Pant (Preferably Warm & Quick Dry) - 2
• T-shirt full sleeves - 2
• Undergarments
• Rain Coat of Good Quality & light weight - 1
• Riding Glove - 1 Pair
• Sweat Band or Bandana
• Cotton Socks - (3 pairs)
• Polaroid U V Sunglasses - 1

Off-the-bike Clothing

• Warm Jacket (Preferably Waterproof which might be needed while biking in case of exceptionally cold weather) - 1
• Thermal Inners Upper & Lower - 2
• Woolen Sweater - 1
• Woolen Glove – 1 Pair
• Woolen Cap – 1
• Big Towel – 1
• Hand Towels – 2

Toiletries

• Sunscreen lotion (SPF–50 or above), lip balm, toothbrush, toothpaste, hand sanitizer, toilet roll, cold cream, small towel.
• Anti-rash cream or powder to avoid any rash near groin area from cycling.
• Anti-fungal cream: Carry an antifungal cream if you are sensitive to sweating and prone to skin irritations around genitals or groin area.

Utensils

• A small size, lightweight, leak-proof lunch box - preferably aluminum
• A plate and a spoon
• A mug - preferably aluminum

Miscellaneous

• Small Day Pack/ Waist Pack -1
• Hydration pack or water bottle - 1
• Flashlight/headlamp - 1
• Pocket knife
• Basic first-aid kit with emergency numbers
• Sewing kit
• Camera - GoPro and Still (optional)
• Tent (per 3 persons)
• Bike Spares
• Bike Reflectors Front & Rear – 1 each
• Spare Tubes – 2 Nos.
• Brake Shoes -1 Set
• Brake cables – 2 Set
• Gear cables – 1 Set
• Spokes – 5 Nos
• Lock (for cycle) – 1 Set
• Spare Tyre – 1 No.
• Allen keys
• Air pump
• Dry oil lube
• Waste cloth for cleaning chains
• Extra chain links (5-6)