Sach Pass is famous – Nah – infamous really, like the Big Daddy of all Himalayan Mountain
passes. It sits at a staggering elevation of 4,414-metres in the Chamba District of Himachal
Pradesh. A mammoth pass of the Pir Panjal range of Himalayas, Sach Pass connects the Chamba
valley with the Pangi valley. It is the shortest and toughest route from Chamba to the Killar,
with a distance of only 170 KMs. Sach Pass has definitely earned its reputation of being the
most dangerous road to maneuver. Well, the dangers and the take-your-breath-away is well
documented, but I honestly want to highlight the panoramic views and natural landscapes en
route. Snow-clad mountain peaks offering virgin natural beauty coupled with the limited tourist flow is
the perfect combination for tranquility. With the valleys and the mountain peaks – all in easy
sight – you will be mesmerized. A perfect getaway for nature lovers, photographers and
adventure seekers – Sach Pass is definitely for the faint-hearted.
What is included in the tour
- Bike
- Lead Biker with Bike
- Service Back up Vehicle with Mechanic and Helper
- Accommodation as per below mentioned hotels/camps or similar category
- Dinner and breakfast at all the places
- First Aid Kit and Oxygen Cylinder
- Inner Line Permit
What is NOT included in the tour
- GST @ 5%
- Enroute Lunch, Beverages, Snacks, Minibar etc.
- Any Adventure activity, Safari or adventure activity unless specified in inclusions.
- Monument entry, Guide fee etc.
- Any other sight-seeing other than mentioned in the itinerary.
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusion.
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1: MANALI
Day 2: MANALI - DHARAMSHALA
Day 3: DHARAMSHALA - KHAJJIAR, DALHOUSIE
Day 4: KHAJJIAR - BAIRAGARH
Day 5: BAIRAGARH - KILLAR VIA SACH PASS
Day 6: KILLAR - UDAIPUR
Day 7: UDAIPUR - MANALI
Day 8: DEPARTURE DAY
Day 1: MANALI
Arrive at Manali After a meet and greet in Manali Volvo bus stand check in to the hotel. Take
some rest and fresh up. The afternoon we will give you a brief description of an upcoming
journey and will handover you the bikes. Then we will ride for a sightseeing tour in Manali so
that you can get used to your bikes. Later come back to the hotel. Relaxed and overnight stay.
Day 2: MANALI - DHARAMSHALA
Distance: 216 Kms
Duration: 8 Hours
Highlights: Mcleodgunj
After having a delicious breakfast, we will move towards the renowned hill station Dharmshala.
It is situated in the lap of the Dhauladhar ranges. The place is also known as the little Lhasa of
India. It is home to the Buddhist Dharma guru Dalai Lama. It is inspired by flawless Tibetian
intricate design and architecture. The place is home to some of the most beautiful monasteries.
Afterwards, in the evening, you will ride to Mcleodgunj, a place known for its nightlife and café.
It is just 2 km from Dharmshala. The journey will be beautiful and most pleasant for you. You
will experience the countryside life and metaled roads. In Mcleodgunj, after you explore the
nightlife, you can check into your hotel and experience the city view of Dharmshala. These
places are among the most beautiful places in Himachal Pradesh. So just imagine how scenic
your journey is going to be.
Day 3: DHARAMSHALA - KHAJJIAR, DALHOUSIE
Distance: 120 Kms
Duration: 5 Hours
Highlights: Khajjair, Dalhousie
After having the traditional and delicious Pahadi breakfast, we will leave for your next location
which is Dalhousie. On this day, much of your time will be spent riding towards the north in the
inner summits of the Himalayas through magical fairy tale villages and pastoral landscapes. The
entire journey of 5 hours from Dharmshala is breathtaking and you will experience eternal joys
for life. On this day, you will cross the renowned town of Khajjair, which is known as the mini
Switzerland of India. The place is so picturesque that one would get carried away with its
beauty. Khajjair also provides adventure sports such as paragliding and zorbing if you like some
adventure. You will explore the small town of Dalhousie, which is renowned for its churches
and British architecture dating 200 to 300 years old. The small village is surrounded by dense
deodar trees with a small mall road to walk and have a good time with oneself.
Day 4: KHAJJIAR - BAIRAGARH
Distance: 120 Kms
Duration: 5 Hrs
Highlights: Overhanging Cliffs
After having a delicious breakfast, we will leave for your next destination which is Bairagarh.
One will feel the real wrath of the Himalayan roads after Dalhousie. The offbeat terrain along
with the cold temperature will give a chill to your spines. The 120 km journey from Dalhousie to
Bairagarh for Sach Pass is a dangerous terrain tour. Unstable overhanging cliffs and the
immeasurable steep gorge are the sight from Dalhousie to Bairagarh that you will experience.
After 5 to 6 hours of riding, you will reach this secluded hamlet in the Himalayas named
Bairagarh. After reaching this place, we will explore the beautiful village and then check into the
hotel.
Day 5: BAIRAGARH - KILLAR VIA SACH PASS
Distance: 70 Kms
Duration: 4 Hrs
Highlights: Sach Pass
After waking up in the morning and having a traditional breakfast, we will move towards Killar,
a countryside village in the lap of the Himalayas. The serene village is well-known for its
nomadic life as it is the hub to the old shepherd route linking the Chamba district to Lahaul Spiti
district. The 3-hour journey from Bairagarh to Killar is marked by the most dangerous pass of
the world. The Sach Pass is located at an altitude of 14500 feet above sea level in Himachal
Pradesh.The ride time from Bairagarh may be short but the experience this 4-hour ride offers is
enough for life. You will see clean mountain air and the howling of animals in this motorbike
tour will be memorable in your hearts for life. Especially, if it is the monsoon season. Another
thing about riding from Bairagarh to Killar is the water crossing which will make your adrenaline
go to the next level. Sanskari Nala is one of the renowned and dangerous water crossings in the
area, that will test your riding skills. Afterward, in the evening, you will reach Killar and you will
check into your hotel as the next day is going to be more thrilling for you.
Day 6: KILLAR - UDAIPUR
Distance: 74 Kms
Duration: 3.5 Hrs
Highlights: Narrow Roads, Off Roading
Follow the narrow Chenab valley till Udaipur, the breathtaking road offers a magnificent ride
full of hairpins, one has to be very careful on the curves, somewhere roads are very narrow,
and you even won’t find a place to give side for crossing vehicles, thousands of meters high
mountains and deep gorges makes this day exceptional, night in guest house / Camp.
Day 7: UDAIPUR - MANALI
Distance: 109 Kms
Duration: 4 Hrs
Highlights: Tandi Village, Jispa, Atul Tunnel, Solang Valley
After your breakfast, your itinerary for the day includes a ride back to Manali with several
noteworthy attractions such as Tandi Village, Keylong, Jispa, and Sissu. The convoy will be
mesmerized by the breathtaking beauty of the Lahaul Valley, accompanied by the Bhaga river
until we reach the Atul Tunnel. Once we pass through the tunnel, we will enter the Manali
Valley where the scenery will drastically change from dry mountains to lush green deodar trees.
As we continue our journey, we will cross the renowned Solang Valley before finally arriving at
Manali where you can check in at your hotel.
Day 8: DEPARTURE DAY
The Expedition concludes with the return of the bike and checking out from the hotel in the
morning.