Himalayan Cycling Tours – Overhaul Bike Mart Manali

Overhaul Bike Mart · Day Tour · All Season

Atal Tunnel
Day Ride

Manali → Sissu → Manali · 45 km · 3,100 m altitude

45 km

Total Distance

1 day

Duration

3,100 m

Max Altitude

8.8 km

Tunnel Length

7 am

Departure

All yr

Season

01Day Itinerary

Gear up & Depart Manali

Overhaul Bike Mart → NH-3

Easy

7:00 am

Departure

20 km

To Tunnel

2,050 m

Start Alt

Collect your fitted bicycle, helmet, and riding gear from the shop. Short warm-up before joining NH-3 heading north. Steady climb through pine forests with the Beas River below.

📍 Overhaul Bike Mart, Manali

Through the Atal Tunnel

World's Longest Above 10,000 ft

Moderate

8.8 km

Tunnel

3,100 m

Altitude

~30 min

Tunnel Time

Ride through the Atal Tunnel — 8.8 km of engineering marvel at 10,171 ft. Temperature drops sharply inside. Emerge into the pristine Lahaul Valley to views of the Sissu waterfall and glacier peaks.

📍 South Portal → North Portal — Lahaul Valley

Lahaul Valley Exploration

Sissu Lake · Glacier Views · Lunch

Easy

Sissu

Village

2 hrs

Explore

Free

Lunch Stop

Lunch break at Sissu with views of the Lahaul glaciers. Optional short hike to the Sissu waterfall. The cold desert landscape beyond the tunnel is a dramatic contrast to green Manali.

📍 Sissu, Lahaul — return by 3:00 pm

Return to Manali

Tunnel return · Downhill coast

Easy

25 km

Return

Downhill

Mostly

6:00 pm

Arrival

Return through the tunnel and enjoy the long downhill coast back to Manali. Bike drop-off at the shop. Optional — return by support vehicle if you prefer after the outward ride.

🏨 Your own accommodation — Manali

02What's Included

Bicycle with FittingFull day rental, adjusted to your size

Helmet, Gloves & Gel SeatAll safety accessories

GuideExperienced local guide throughout

Support VehicleBackup jeep for gear and emergencies

First Aid KitMedical support throughout

Meals and personal expenses

Travel to/from Manali

₹1,999

Per person · Min 2 people · All gear included

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Overhaul Bike Mart · 3-Day Expedition · May–October

Jispa Expedition

Manali → Rohtang → Lahaul → Jispa · 145 km · 3,978 m max

145 km

Cycling Distance

3 days

Duration

3,978 m

Max Altitude

1 pass

Rohtang

2 nights

Camp + Hotel

May–Oct

Season

013-Day Itinerary

Manali → Marhi

Pine Forest Ascent · 1,300 m elevation gain

Hard

~65 km

Distance

1,300 m

Elevation Gain

3,400 m

Marhi Alt

Gear fitting at the shop, then the expedition begins. Cycle through dense pine and deodar forests with the Beas River below. The climb is relentless but every switchback reveals more dramatic Himalayan scenery. Pace yourself — more tomorrow.

🏨 Guesthouse / Homestay — Marhi

Marhi → Sissu → Jispa

Rohtang Pass 3,978 m · Lahaul Valley

Hard

~80 km

Distance

3,978 m

Rohtang Alt

3,310 m

Jispa Alt

Conquer Rohtang Pass surrounded by snow-capped peaks, then a thrilling descent into Lahaul Valley. Follow the turquoise Bhaga River through increasingly barren and beautiful terrain to Jispa — a remote riverside village on the edge of high Himalayas.

⛺ Camp / Tent — Jispa (3,310 m)

Jispa — Return to Manali

Explore · Rest · Vehicle Return

Rest Day

Morning

Jispa Explore

Afternoon

Vehicle Return

~3 hrs

Drive to Manali

Morning free at Jispa — optional short rides along the river, photography, or simply absorbing the silence of Lahaul. After lunch, return by support jeep to Manali (~3.5 hour drive through Rohtang). Optional: extend by 1 day and ride back.

🏨 Return to your accommodation — Manali

02What's Included

Bicycle on RentFull 3-day rental with fitting

Helmet, Gel Seat & ToolsAll riding accessories

Camp at JispaFull tented setup with bedding

Meals on Cycling DaysBreakfast, lunch, dinner (Day 1 & 2)

Guide + MechanicFull team throughout the expedition

Support Vehicle + Return TransferJeep backup + Day 3 Jispa–Manali drive

Personal expenses and snacks

Travel to / from Manali

Travel & medical insurance (recommended)

₹4,499

Per person · Min 2 people · All gear & camp included

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Overhaul Bike Mart · Himalayan Expedition Series · June–September

Manali–Leh
Khardung La

~474 km · 10 Days · 6 High Passes · 5,359 m Summit

490+ km

Total Distance

10 days

Duration

5,359 m

Max Altitude

6 passes

Mountain Passes

6 nights

Tented Camps

Jun–Sep

Season

Elevation Profile — Manali to Khardung La

——Mountain Passes

Rohtang Pass

3,978 m

Day 3 · 50–60 km

Baralacha La

4,890 m

Day 6 · 40–48 km

Nakee La

4,739 m

Day 7 · Gata Loops

Lachulung La

5,059 m

Day 8 · Morey Plains

Tanglang La

5,328 m

Day 9 · Longest Day

Khardung La — 5,359 m

Day 10 · Optional summit — one of the highest motorable roads on Earth

01Day-by-Day Itinerary

Arrival in Manali

Acclimatization & Gear Fitting

Easy

2,050 m

Altitude

Rest Day

No Cycling

Arrive via Delhi or Bhuntar Airport. Receive your expedition bicycle for fitting and inspection. Short test ride in Old Manali. Evening briefing covers the full route, safety protocols, and high-altitude health precautions.

🏨 Hotel / Guesthouse — Manali

Manali → Marhi

Steep climb through pine forests

Hard

~65 km

Distance

1,350 m

Gain

3,400 m

End Alt

The expedition begins. Cycle through lush pine forests with 1,300–1,600 m elevation gain. Physically demanding but rewarding — every switchback reveals more dramatic Himalayan scenery. Pace yourself well.

🏨 Guesthouse — Marhi

Marhi → Sissu via Rohtang

Rohtang Pass — 3,978 m

Hard

~55 km

Distance

3,978 m

Pass Alt

3,150 m

End Alt

Conquer the iconic Rohtang Pass surrounded by snow-capped peaks. After the summit, enjoy a thrilling descent into Lahaul Valley arriving at Sissu. The green-to-barren landscape transition begins here.

🏨 Hotel / Guesthouse — Sissu

Sissu → Jispa

Lahaul Valley — Bhaga River

Moderate

~60 km

Distance

Gradual

Terrain

3,310 m

End Alt

A comfortable recovery day riding through the stunning Lahaul Valley following the Bhaga River. Gradual climbs and flat stretches with mesmerizing Himalayan backdrops. Prepare for the tough stretches ahead.

⛺ Camp / Tent — Jispa

Jispa → Zingzingbar

High Altitude Transition Day

Moderate

~55 km

Distance

4,300 m

End Alt

Critical

Hydrate

Critical transition day. Green valleys give way to cold desert. Oxygen drops noticeably and terrain becomes rugged. Take it slow, hydrate well. Watch for altitude sickness — you are now in true high-altitude terrain.

⛺ Camp / Tent — Zingzingbar

Zingzingbar → Sarchu

Baralacha La — 4,890 m

Extreme

~40 km

Distance

4,890 m

Pass Alt

4,500 m

Camp Alt

One of the toughest days. Climb Baralacha La with thin oxygen, rough terrain, and extreme weather. Breathtaking glacier views reward every pedal stroke. Sarchu camp at ~4,500 m — acclimatize carefully overnight.

⛺ Camp / Tent — Sarchu

Sarchu → Pang

Gata Loops · Nakee La 4,739 m · Lachulung La 5,059 m

Extreme

21 bends

Gata Loops

5,059 m

Lachulung La Alt

Most Epic

Day

The hardest stage of the expedition. Twenty-one relentless Gata Loop hairpins lift you from about 4,190 m to Nakee La at 4,739 m, then a second climb to Lachulung La at 5,059 m before the long drop into Pang. Two major passes in a single day.

⛺ Camp / Tent — Pang

Pang → Debring

Morey Plains ~4,700 m · High Plateau

Extreme

~78 km

Distance

Morey

High Plateau

4,630 m

Camp Alt

Out onto the surreal Morey Plains — a vast, silent high-altitude plateau ringed by peaks, with the road running dead straight for miles. No pass today, but the wind and the sheer monotony grind riders down more than any climb does.

⛺ Camp / Tent — Debring

Debring → Leh

Tanglang La — 5,328 m · Longest Day

Extreme

~96 km

Distance

5,328 m

Tanglang Alt

3,524 m

Leh Alt

Epic final push crossing Tanglang La, one of the world's highest motorable passes. The long descent leads triumphantly into Leh — completion of the core Manali–Leh route. The longest day; absolutely worth every metre.

🏨 Hotel / Guesthouse — Leh

Leh → Khardung La

Summit — 5,359 m · The Ultimate

Extreme

5,359 m

Summit Alt

Optional

Full Ride / Jeep

Day 10

Final Glory

The ultimate challenge. Ride to Khardung La — one of the highest motorable roads on Earth. Steep climb, critically thin oxygen. Option: full ride up, or jeep-assisted ascent + cycle descent. Return to Leh after summiting. You did it.

🏨 Hotel — Leh · End of Expedition

02What's Included & Excluded

Bicycle on Rent (Full Expedition)Fitted bicycle with daily inspection

Helmet, Gel Seat & ToolsAll riding accessories throughout

Hotels in Manali & LehComfortable stay at start and finish

All 6 Expedition CampsTented camps with bedding & full setup

Vegetarian Meals on Riding DaysBreakfast, lunch and dinner (Days 2–9)

Support VehicleBackup jeep + luggage transport throughout

Mechanic + Guide + Support StaffFull professional team throughout

First Aid & Oxygen CylinderMedical support at all altitudes

All Permits & Camping ChargesInner Line + camping permits

Personal expenses, shopping, snacks

Meals in Manali & Leh (free days)

Khardung La permit fee (Day 10)

Travel to / from Manali

Travel & medical insurance (recommended)

Jeep-up option at Khardung La (optional)

03Packing List

Clothing Layers

Thermal base layers (top + bottom) × 2

Mid-layer fleece jacket

Waterproof / windproof outer jacket

Padded cycling shorts × 2–3 pairs

Woollen socks — 6 to 8 pairs

Warm full-sleeve cycling jersey

Head & Face

Balaclava / Neck buff (mandatory)

Warm woollen cap / beanie

UV-protection sunglasses (Category 4)

High-SPF sunscreen (SPF 50+)

Lip balm with UV protection

Hands & Footwear

Light cycling gloves (liner)

Insulated winter gloves

Cycling shoes + rain covers

Warm camp shoes / sandals

Health & Personal

Personal prescription medicines

Diamox (altitude medication — consult doctor)

Ibuprofen / Paracetamol

Blister plasters and bandages

Energy gels / bars / electrolytes

Hydration bladder (2+ litres)

Headlamp with spare batteries

Power bank (10,000+ mAh)

Hand sanitiser & wet wipes

04High-Altitude Essentials

Hydrate Always

4–5 litres of water daily. Avoid alcohol for the first 3 days at altitude.

Ascend Slowly

Never gain 300 m+ per day above 3,500 m. Rest immediately if symptoms appear.

Know AMS Signs

Headache, nausea, dizziness = altitude sickness. Tell your guide. Descent is the only cure.

Fuel Your Body

High-carb diet at altitude. Eat even when not hungry. Avoid heavy meals at night at camp.

₹14,999

Per person · Min 2 people · All inclusive · Jun–Sep

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