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In mid seventies when posted at Kullu I would quite often go to Rohtang pass on Sundays. Every time I used to alight from the vehicle and walk to Rohtang. It was always mesmerising journey. Till the year 2010 I have been going to Rohtang and even beyond up to Sarchu whenever I got the opportunity. Had the pleasure of visiting Chander tal once when on way to Spiti. Got the opportunity to visit Suraj tal several times. Once went Leh also by road. Even now I wish to go to all these heavenly places but due to age and heart problem cannot go. Imagine myself to be in those areas when watching this type of videos. God bless the video makers.
Thank you so much from those of us who will never have an opportunity to visit the amazing Himalayas. You are a set of eyes for us to see such raw beauty.
You are really living the dream Amit! I have watched this video a dozen times and cannot get tired of it. You have truly captured the beauty of the Himalayas and shared it with the world so that anyone can experience your trip without leaving home - I know I definitely have, many times. I have always loved the mountains from South Africa, New Zealand and now mother India which is the epitome. I am scheduled to arrive in Leh late August - hope all goes well, Best wishes from New Zealand.
Thank you very much. Much appreciated. I would advice to do it in June / July as in August you may encounter rains and will lead to landslides and road blockages. Good Luck!! You may waana checkout my latest video Manali to Leh Oct 2017 th-cam.com/video/eiQF2BkYe94/w-d-xo.html For more videos, please do subscribe to my channel th-cam.com/users/LongDrive Thanks for support!!
Thanks Amit, really confusing with weather/rainfall. I thought late August won’t be an issue as it will be autumn and bus still operating from Leh to Manali?
Your advice was spot-on my friend. My Manali to Leh bus was cancelled due to heavy rains in Himalchal during August/September 2018. I flew into Leh instead and spent a total of four days on the road using local taxi - absolutely awesome India 🇮🇳 Be safe and take care Amit.
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What's tbe name of the river, near Kardung La.... watched your vids many times...its so beautiful, , calming and relaxing.. the Himalayas are ecstatic..... thanks for sharing, so that we who can't travel could enjoy..... ♥️♥️♥️🇺🇸 ..
Wonderful video really captures the absolute stunning beauty and wonder of this amazing part of the world. I travelled the Manali to Leh road in 1995 on bus and hitching on trucks! Thanks for sharing
57:54 This seems to be a Skoda Superb, there was a rare 4x4 version of this though this seems 2WD. No front skid plates. Awesome video, been planning this trip for a while. This has been inspiring.
sir I also wants to visit here but I don't have car and none of my friends are interested because no phone signal available in this region. if I join you to visit here the please tell me what is your terms and conditions 🙏
Namaste !! I'm french woman and traveller also but without car !! Legs only... Your trips by car its excellent ... really !! My name is Anila....thank....
Awesome video!! Will u be visiting ladakh or somewhere near keylong or jispa by the end of the year or sometime next year? Because I have heard that the rohtang tunnel will be opening by the end of this year so I want to really see some videos related to that. Thanks and arrange video and music once again!!!
I will be going there in a week time. I am not very keep to see the Rohtang Tunnel, infact I like to climb Rohtang pass more. I am sure its not going to be very different from other tunnels we have in J&K and Himachal. Thank you very much. I am glad. Do give my video a thumbs up and Subscribe!!
As usual this is excellent video and it is inspiring though it is recorded months back. Your little sub titles in English are wonderful than boring real time talks by few bikers. I wish to contact you before I step out my journey from Chennai. I will find and call you soon on the name of Sara. :)
Are waah bhya tum toh apne jagadhari se hi ho..bhaiyo m sonipat se yrr aadhi video m bhai 2gb exhausted hogya baki video kl dehkenge 😎 bhaiyo nxt year koi plaan ho toh btana milke chlenge (indian roadsters life and style) walo ka channel bhi dehkna bhai unke sath hi bhtt se logo ne nxt year 2018 ka plan bnaya h bhai mja aajayega reply krna plz
You have to halt at Jispa or Sarchu in between. Manali to Jispa it takes around 6 hours and Jispa to Leh around 16 hours. Do give my video a thumbs up and Subscribe : )
Yes, you will have to start real early like 2-3 am from Manali and then also you will reach at night. You wont be able to take much of stops in between. From Jispa itself, it takes half a day to reach Leh. I would not recommend it, you will not enjoy it, though its doable. Good luck! Do give my video a thumbs up and Subscribe : )
The govt should construct small flyovers/elevated bridges across those water streams so that tourists can enjoy journeys without difficulties. Isn't it?? Alas, who cares for ppl in India?? By the way, the music played with video is awesome and so also the video shooting
Long Drive : Am planning a drive on Monday, so next day I can't travel rite on that route, or once if we cross Rohtang, we can drive on Tuesday? Like from Keylong or Jispa?
Rohtang is closed on Tuesday for maintenance. You need to check on that. Plus crossing Rohtang will take you lot of time coz of traffic jams, so try to leave early like 7 in the morning from ,Manali, so that you reach Keylong / Jispa in the afternoon. Also, next day from Keylong / Jispa, try to leave early morning like 5, so that you reach Leh before sunset. Good luck!
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Hey I am planning to go leh in may end from Mumbai. Can I get your contact to get some details as its going to a very long drive and I am going there for first time.
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The video is excellent. I believe these are under the control of border roads organisation. There are very dangerous spots and some small rivulets across the roads. I hope Border Roads Organisation will take early care since a War between India and china may come!! roads
Beautiful, but you are driving your own Scorpio toward khardung la. Robber Taxi driver didn't stop you. I have listen that they forced the people to hire their vehicle Just like robber, and giving a stupid answer that they don't know to honestly earn money that's why they do this. This is the only business they have
Thank you. They are only against out side taxies / rented cars. Apart from this ladakhi people are very nice. Please do subscribe to my channel goo.gl/RMgCLa and checkout my latest Ladakh videos. Thanks for support!!
Thank you very much sir for your feedback. This was my first video. You may wanna checkout my latest ladakh video : th-cam.com/video/V__6268onno/w-d-xo.html and I am sure you will like it :)
The video is pretty useless. It does not help anyone prepare for a similar trip. From the profile it seems to be a Scorpio. Things like what time you started from Manali, what was the average speed to reach Marhi , Rohtang. What were the obstacles if any. what permissions were taken, etc. For 1 1/2 hr of seeing the road is a thumbs down
I think Mr Prasun is expecting the video to deliver the research he needs to do for his trip - do your own work. This is my favourite video. I have travelled from New Zealand to Ladakh last September and even today I think this is one of the best drive videos and it helped me plan my trip of 12 days in Ladakh. The purpose of these videos is to allow you to experience the drive from the convenience of your home or office without spending a cent. There is absolutely nothing useless about this video - in fact everything about it is useful, you just need to know what to look for. This video is inspiring, educational and just awesome. Keep up the excellent work Amit. (BTW I have been driving on mountainous terrain since 1998 in South Africa and New Zealand since 2008). 🚙 ⛰
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In mid seventies when posted at Kullu I would quite often go to Rohtang pass on Sundays. Every time I used to alight from the vehicle and walk to Rohtang. It was always mesmerising journey. Till the year 2010 I have been going to Rohtang and even beyond up to Sarchu whenever I got the opportunity. Had the pleasure of visiting Chander tal once when on way to Spiti. Got the opportunity to visit Suraj tal several times. Once went Leh also by road. Even now I wish to go to all these heavenly places but due to age and heart problem cannot go. Imagine myself to be in those areas when watching this type of videos. God bless the video makers.
Thank you very much sir for sharing your experience. Do give a like and subscribe to my channel :)
Thank you so much from those of us who will never have an opportunity to visit the amazing Himalayas. You are a set of eyes for us to see such raw beauty.
Thank you very much Jim
Salute to you and Indian Army who have guts to face these extreme challenges for us. Thanks Amit for sharing such awesome experience !
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You are really living the dream Amit! I have watched this video a dozen times and cannot get tired of it. You have truly captured the beauty of the Himalayas and shared it with the world so that anyone can experience your trip without leaving home - I know I definitely have, many times. I have always loved the mountains from South Africa, New Zealand and now mother India which is the epitome. I am scheduled to arrive in Leh late August - hope all goes well, Best wishes from New Zealand.
Thank you very much. Much appreciated. I would advice to do it in June / July as in August you may encounter rains and will lead to landslides and road blockages. Good Luck!! You may waana checkout my latest video Manali to Leh Oct 2017 th-cam.com/video/eiQF2BkYe94/w-d-xo.html
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Thanks Amit, really confusing with weather/rainfall. I thought late August won’t be an issue as it will be autumn and bus still operating from Leh to Manali?
Your advice was spot-on my friend. My Manali to Leh bus was cancelled due to heavy rains in Himalchal during August/September 2018. I flew into Leh instead and spent a total of four days on the road using local taxi - absolutely awesome India 🇮🇳 Be safe and take care Amit.
Hats off to you Amit ji , you really inspire us to do the same , all the best for future expeditions also , gr8 work and effort
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It's a wonderful journey through dangerously beautiful terrains. Photography is extremely good. Commendable effort. 👏👏👏👏👏
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Zabardast bhai mind blowing. It looked like I'm driving.
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Great choice of music for the vid. I enjoyed both the vid and the music.
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What's tbe name of the river, near Kardung La.... watched your vids many times...its so beautiful, , calming and relaxing.. the Himalayas are ecstatic..... thanks for sharing, so that we who can't travel could enjoy..... ♥️♥️♥️🇺🇸
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Mind-blowing video...vry nyc..
Great effort...captured very outstanding view of mountains with clouds on them..l😁😁😁
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Enjoyed much the beautiful scenery but less the background music !
Thank you very much
Wonderful video really captures the absolute stunning beauty and wonder of this amazing part of the world. I travelled the Manali to Leh road in 1995 on bus and hitching on trucks! Thanks for sharing
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57:54 This seems to be a Skoda Superb, there was a rare 4x4 version of this though this seems 2WD. No front skid plates. Awesome video, been planning this trip for a while. This has been inspiring.
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Excellent .
sikha Mallick.
Loved it.. Supperbb dear. All plan set for July 14' 2018 to 23rd July 2018. Discover Ladakh Bike tour 2018 with team IHPL.
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sir I also wants to visit here but I don't have car and none of my friends are interested because no phone signal available in this region. if I join you to visit here the please tell me what is your terms and conditions 🙏
Liked very much .....felt like really i went thru ....nice Video too.....waiting for new uploads ....be always happy ....tk cr ...
Thank you very much
Truly amazing thank you take care
very best driving & sooting
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Which camera are you using / would recommend for driving shots ?
Xiaomi YI 2 4K
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Namaste !! I'm french woman and traveller also but without car !! Legs only... Your trips by car its excellent ... really !! My name is Anila....thank....
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Awesome video!! Will u be visiting ladakh or somewhere near keylong or jispa by the end of the year or sometime next year? Because I have heard that the rohtang tunnel will be opening by the end of this year so I want to really see some videos related to that.
Thanks and arrange video and music once again!!!
I will be going there in a week time. I am not very keep to see the Rohtang Tunnel, infact I like to climb Rohtang pass more. I am sure its not going to be very different from other tunnels we have in J&K and Himachal. Thank you very much. I am glad. Do give my video a thumbs up and Subscribe!!
As usual this is excellent video and it is inspiring though it is recorded months back. Your little sub titles in English are wonderful than boring real time talks by few bikers. I wish to contact you before I step out my journey from Chennai. I will find and call you soon on the name of Sara. :)
Thank you very much Sara. You can contact me at amitmetharu@gmail.com and I will sure guide you with your travelling
Excellent Video. nice music. very bad Roads in some places. It is a pity there are no running commentaries in the video in English.
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Vo kab ka kiya huaa Amit ji
Bro me leh aya to leh se nubra or waha se pangog or waha se return leh aye or siteseen dikha sake to car wala kitna charge kr sakta
I am not sure about taxi charge. You can google a tour operator in Leh and ask him. Good luck
very good driving
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it's amazing.
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Watched this on roku excellent amazing beautiful love it oh by the way love the frog
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Superb trip. Thank you for this video.
Thank you.
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Are waah bhya tum toh apne jagadhari se hi ho..bhaiyo m sonipat se yrr aadhi video m bhai 2gb exhausted hogya baki video kl dehkenge 😎 bhaiyo nxt year koi plaan ho toh btana milke chlenge (indian roadsters life and style) walo ka channel bhi dehkna bhai unke sath hi bhtt se logo ne nxt year 2018 ka plan bnaya h bhai mja aajayega reply krna plz
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Which car used
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eah jhakas fantabulas matlab maza hi aa gaya amit ji thanks
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1:05:15- 1:07:47
name of the song plz!! sounds so familiar though!!
Ethan Meixsell - Double Helix
How much time u take from manali to leh ?? U night stay anywhere between manali to leh ??
You have to halt at Jispa or Sarchu in between. Manali to Jispa it takes around 6 hours and Jispa to Leh around 16 hours. Do give my video a thumbs up and Subscribe : )
Would like to cover entire distance from Manali to leh in one day. Any negatives
Yes, you will have to start real early like 2-3 am from Manali and then also you will reach at night. You wont be able to take much of stops in between. From Jispa itself, it takes half a day to reach Leh. I would not recommend it, you will not enjoy it, though its doable. Good luck! Do give my video a thumbs up and Subscribe : )
Which month is this??
July 2015
Very nice trip
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Car ka rent kitna Liya tha???
This was my own car
The govt should construct small flyovers/elevated bridges across those water streams so that tourists can enjoy journeys without difficulties. Isn't it??
Alas, who cares for ppl in India??
By the way, the music played with video is awesome and so also the video shooting
We like it just the way it is and hope it will remain away from hardcore tourism for as much long as possible
Wow..!! .. very nice captured, enjoyed watching.. thanks for effort
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When will best time to visit leh ladaki? I mean in which month.
June - July most scenic
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Very nice
Hi, can we travel from Manali to Leh in one day from morning to evening in car?
No, you will have to halt in between either at Keylong / Jispa or Sarchu
Long Drive : Am planning a drive on Monday, so next day I can't travel rite on that route, or once if we cross Rohtang, we can drive on Tuesday? Like from Keylong or Jispa?
Rohtang is closed on Tuesday for maintenance. You need to check on that. Plus crossing Rohtang will take you lot of time coz of traffic jams, so try to leave early like 7 in the morning from ,Manali, so that you reach Keylong / Jispa in the afternoon. Also, next day from Keylong / Jispa, try to leave early morning like 5, so that you reach Leh before sunset. Good luck!
Chakkaga drive chasav chakkaga vunnav nijamga chusina feeling kalginchav many many thanks to you
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Awesome feat you guys!!! Proud of you!! :* Let's hope we can do this together next time!!
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Where are u from?
Chandigarh
Very Nice vidio 🌸 🌸 🌸
But kuch information bhi de dete to right rehta
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Kitna charge ..kharch hota apni car se
From delhi
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I'm jealous of you guys.
zabardasth video. ....:)
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Hey I am planning to go leh in may end from Mumbai. Can I get your contact to get some details as its going to a very long drive and I am going there for first time.
You can drop me an email at amitmetharu@gmail.com and I will try to guide you. If this is your first time, I would recommend fly to Leh and hire a bike there.
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Supar video
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The video is excellent. I believe these are under the control of border roads organisation. There are very dangerous spots and some small rivulets across the roads. I hope Border Roads Organisation will take early care since a War between India and china may come!!
roads
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Can you join me in your next adventurous trip
Beautiful, but you are driving your own Scorpio toward khardung la. Robber Taxi driver didn't stop you. I have listen that they forced the people to hire their vehicle Just like robber, and giving a stupid answer that they don't know to honestly earn money that's why they do this. This is the only business they have
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very nice boy i wish to travel this journy after seein your video. i need any help then i will say you.
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Unbelievable .....
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Excellent video. Rubbish Music. No English Commentary in writing. NOT very professional try for better. good luck. from UK.
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stop this music
Man the music is awful....... sorry.
No problem buddy..I take it in a positive vibe..And I am improving with time too. Thank you again..and do subscribe for my upcoming videos..cheers
The video is pretty useless. It does not help anyone prepare for a similar trip. From the profile it seems to be a Scorpio. Things like what time you started from Manali, what was the average speed to reach Marhi , Rohtang. What were the obstacles if any. what permissions were taken, etc. For 1 1/2 hr of seeing the road is a thumbs down
Thank you for your comment Mr Prasun. I will try to improve my up coming videos keeping your suggestions in mind. Thank you again
I think Mr Prasun is expecting the video to deliver the research he needs to do for his trip - do your own work. This is my favourite video. I have travelled from New Zealand to Ladakh last September and even today I think this is one of the best drive videos and it helped me plan my trip of 12 days in Ladakh. The purpose of these videos is to allow you to experience the drive from the convenience of your home or office without spending a cent. There is absolutely nothing useless about this video - in fact everything about it is useful, you just need to know what to look for. This video is inspiring, educational and just awesome. Keep up the excellent work Amit. (BTW I have been driving on mountainous terrain since 1998 in South Africa and New Zealand since 2008). 🚙 ⛰