Ladakh  &  Spiti

                            Challenging the might of the Greater Himalayas !       

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MOTORCYCLE   ADVENTURE  in  the  Himalayas -  the  highest  mountain  range in   the   world,   offering   great  challenges   to  man   since  the  dawn  of civilization.   Even  today  one  has  to  face  great  difficulties  in  reaching the  heart  of   the  Greater   Himalayas.   The   stark   landscape,  towering mountains, extremely  high altitudes and  inhospitable  weather conditions make   these  regions amongst the most  inaccessible and forbidding in the world;   yet  for  some  this  is  a  perfect recipe  for  wholesome adventure- those    who    remain    undaunted   even   in    the   face   of    extremities.  Inspite   of   these  conditions,   civilizations   thrived   here  and   have  left a  rich  heritage of  Art , Culture, and  Religion. 

Now ,   you   have   the   splendid  opportunity   to  take  up  the  challenge  of   biking   in   the  Himalayas   on  a  classic     Royal Enfield   motorcycle  traversing   a  road  that   will  take  you   riding   over  passes    in   excess  of 5500 m ! 

 
Tour Highlights - MANALI :  Located  on  the  banks  of  the river  Beas,  this little town  is  a  popular  retreat,  which provides many a romantic settings!  KAZA : The District  Head  Quarter  of  the  region  on  the  banks  of  River  Chandra.              KYE  MONASTERY : Built  atop an isolated hill,  this spectacular  Monastery  stands proud  amidst  the stark rocky  landscape  since  centuries.   TABO : According  to the  legend,  the  1000 year old Monastery here was built in  just  one night!  UPSHI - MANALI  ROAD :   You  will   traverse  the most    adventurous    trail    through   the Zanskar  range to  enter the land of  the Ladakhis.  Passes over 5200 m (17,000 ft) and   the  spectacular  landscape  are  the key   features   of   this  route.   LEH :  An important   town  on  the  legendary   'Silk Route' since thousands of years, Leh  has also  been  an important center,  since 3rd century A.D. , of Buddhist religion , culture and art.  Situated at 3368 m ( 11,500 ft ),  Leh is rich in culture & heritage, and still seems   frozen  in    time !    Monasteries:  The  region   is  dotted   with   centuries  old  'Gompas'   which   are  store  houses  of   untold   treasures   of   Art,   Culture  and  History.     KHARDUNG  LA :   At   5560 m ( 18,380 ft ),   this  is  the   'Highest motorable  pass'   of   the  world,   over   the  gigantic  Ladakh  range  connecting the  Leh  valley  to  the   valley  of   Nubra.   
 
               Tour Duration     : 16 Days       Season :  Mid June  to  early October 
              Cost Per Person  : US$ 2063                         Contact us Now !

   MOTORCYCLE  ADVENTURE                                     LADAKH  &  SPITI      ITINERARY                                

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  • Day01:Delhi-Manali - Early morning arrival at Delhi. 0700 hrs departure by train to Chandigarh. Proceed by road to Manali. Overnight in Hotel. 
  • Day02: Manali - Day at leisure to relax and get acquainted with your classic Royal Enfield 'Bullet' motorcycle !  Overnight in Hotel.
  • Day03:Manali-Chattru - Begin your adventure ! Ride over the Rohtang pass into the Lahaul valley. Camp alongside the river Chandra amidst beautiful landscape in Chattru. Overnight in Tents.
  • Day04: Chattru-Kaza - Cross over the Kunzum-La pass into the Spiti valley. Reach Kaza, set in the wide valley on the banks of river Spit. Overnight in Hotel / Guest house.
  • Day05: Kaza - Morning at leisure. Excursion to Tabo, famous for its 1000 year old Monastery. Overnight in Hotel / Guest house at Kaza.
  • Day06: Kaza - Morning visit to Kye Monastery, which served as a centre of learning for Buddhists since many centuries. Also drive to Kibber (said to be the highest Village in the World). Evening at leisure. Overnight in Hotel / Guest house.
  • Day07: Kaza-Koksar - Ride back to the base of Rohtang and halt at Koksar. Overnight in Guest house.
  • Day08: Koksar-Patseo - Continue along the Lahaul valley to Patseo, just before the climb to Baralacha-La pass. Camp in the meadows alongside the river Bhaga. Overnight in Tents.
  • Day09: Patseo-Sarchu - An easy day of riding; cross the Baralacha-La and halt at Sarchu. Overnight in Tents. 
  • Day10: Sarchu-Pang - A very interesting drive over two passes. The constantly changing scenery is sure to leave one agape. Overnight in Tents. 
  • Day11: Pang-Leh - The last day of riding before reaching the final destination- Leh. Cross Taglang-La,  the highest pass on this route (17500ft , 5300m). Overnight in Hotel.
  • Day12: Leh - Spend the day relaxing and to explore the town. Visit the palace and the Leh monastery. Enjoy the sunset from 'Shanti Stupa' located atop a hilltop. Overnight in Hotel.
  • Day13: Leh - Excursion to Shey palace and Thiksey monastery. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Hotel.
  • Day14: Khardung La - Drive on the highest road of the world right upto the Khardung La Pass, at  5560 m  ( 18,380 ft ). Enjoy the hospitality of the Indian Army over a cup of tea before returning to Leh. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Hotel.
  • Day15: Leh - Excursions to Stok summer palace, Hemis and Spituk monasteries. Farewell dinner. Overnight in Hotel.
  • Day16: Leh-Delhi - Take the morning flight to Delhi. Day at leisure for sightseeing and souvenir hunting. After dinner transfer to Airport for flight back home.

TOUR ENDS

NOTE :
COSTS INCLUDE: Airport Transfers, Accommodation in Medium Class Hotels (where applicable) on a twin sharing basis, all Meals,  Permit fees / Entrance fees etc,  Guide / Escort,  Air / Rail / Road Transport  (where applicable), Motorcycles (with fuel & oil), Backup support team, All equipment.
COSTS DO NOT INCLUDE: Airfare to India, Airport Tax, Visa Fees, Personal Insurance, Expenses of personal nature.

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