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Himalaya, India
Himalayan Essentials
©Stephane Gautronneau
GEORGIA
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TRAVEL DESIGNER
An intrepid all-rounder, she has cruised India’s roads with many groups, and knows the
country like the back of her leather-gloved hand.
“A novel motorbike trip on the most beautiful Himalayan roads, and across the most
jaw-dropping passes, for a fabulous round-up of Ladakh’s wonders and treasures.”
A TRIP
Go forth and elevate on this original motorcycle tour! Less perilous than the Trans-Himalayan, this adventure is accessible to those travelling in duos. Your steeds await you in Leh, for a discovery of Ladakh in all its diversity. Explore the fertile Indus Valley and its magnificent Buddhist monasteries. Climb up to deep-blue Pangong Tso Lake, a natural border with neighbouring Tibet. Once back from the superb Nubra Valley, you’ll reach the highest point of your journey: Khardung La (5,602m/18,379ft). If you like rocky trails, staggering scenery and engaging encounters, this intense Himalayan motorcycle trip is for you!
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MAP
WITH UNIQUE SENSATIONS
AT A GLANCE
2055 €From
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4-6h riding a dayRoutes blending
culture and discovery
AccommodationStandard
Period
June to September
Duration
10 days including 6 days riding
LevelIntermediate
English-speakingtour leader
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Pick up at the airport and transfer to a hotel in the heart of the city. Free time.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
An early morning transfer to the airport for a domestic flight
to Leh.
Day to acclimatize in the capital of Ladakh. An eye-opening
walk for the group’s fitter members, while the others rest
and acclimatise to altitude.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
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YOUR TRIP IN 10 STAGES
STAGE 1
STAGE 2
Arrival in Delhi:
Delhi - Leh:
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We take the bikes towards Leh via different routes. We enjoy this
step of 150 kms to admire and visit several remarkable
monasteries: Likir, and the amazingly Phyang monastery with its
900 years old museum. Back to Leh, and a free end of the day.
Opportunity to walk through the little market streets. Night at the
hotel.
STAGE 4
We start from Leh in the morning, leaving for the valleys of the
Indus to the west. We take the road towards Khargil Kashmir.
Along the way, we visit the Alchi monastery known for its
architecture and Kashmiri style murals.
We reach Lamayuru monastery which is perhaps one of the most
prestigious & oldest tibetan gompas of Ladakh. About 200 monks
and lamas live here.
Night in a modest guest house.
STAGE 3
Leh - Lamayuru [130 km* – 5H riding]:
Lamayuru - Leh [150 km* – 5H riding]:
YOUR TRIP IN 10 STAGES
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STAGE 6
Early departure. We take a small asphalt road (in good condition) along the Shyok River. Stop and
picnic on the river bank. We keep riding towards Hunder with the imposing Karakoram moutain
range at the horizon.
Overnight stay in tents.
Early departure. We head east towards the Chinese
border. After the visit of the Chemre monastery, we start
driving up to the Chang La Pass at 5300m. We ride down
on the other side to the 130 km long Pangong Lake,
natural border between India and China.
Overnight stay in a camp.
STAGE 5
Leh - Pangong [190 km* – 8H riding]:
Pangong - Hunder [220 km* – 8h riding]:
YOUR TRIP IN 10 STAGES
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A free day in Leh (buffer day!). One possibility is a motorbike
outing to royal Stok Palace. You can also visit the Shanti
Stupa, or purchase some Ladakhi souvenirs. Overnight stay at
the hotel.
Dominated by the majestic royal palace, Leh was a rich
commercial centre. Traders from Tibet and central Asia
stopped there with their caravans, before continuing their
journey to Kashmir. The bazaar in the old district is buzzing
with beautiful women with rosy, high cheekbones, dressed in
black robes with white belts, who are selling vegetables. Old
gentlemen sitting around, with wrinkled faces like withered
apples, lovely children playing around, farmers from the
Nubra valley, Tibetan and Kashmiri traders, monks from
Zanskar… – it’s lively and colourful world!STAGE 8
Last riding day. After visiting the sand dunes of Hunder, we head
south towards the Khardung La, the highest motorable pass in the
world. We drive 40 winding km back down to Leh on the other
side.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
STAGE 7
Hunder - Leh [130 km* – 5h riding]:
Leh:
YOUR TRIP IN 10 STAGES
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STAGE 10
Your room is reserved until 10 am. Transfer to Delhi international airport for your scheduled flight.
End of our services.
Early morning transfer to Leh airport for a domestic flight
to Delhi. Transfer to your hotel. Free afternoon in the city.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
STAGE 9
Leh - Delhi:
Delhi - International airport:
YOUR TRIP IN 10 STAGES
*Riding distances are indicative.
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HOW DO YOU WANT TO GO?
Book your trip and join a group
Book now : [email protected]* Prices are indicative. Please refer to our general terms & conditions.
Create a new group
Personalise your motorbike trip by creating your own dates and group ! ''A la carte'' trips don't depend on the number of bikers in the group
- you can even set off in a duo!
And enjoy
5% off your second trip
10% off your third trip and more
Always in the limit of 300€
2140 € / pilot*
1990 € / pillion*Book at 4 or more: 100 €
less per participant!
From 2 to 3: 3060 €From 4 to 5: 2645 €From 6 to 8: 2300 €
From 9 to 10: 2140 €From 11 to 12: 2055 €
From 15/08/17 to 24/08/17
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● A Royal Enfield 500cc motorcycle is provided with full mechanical assistance and all
spare parts
● Domestic transfers as appearing in the program, by private vehicle
● Domestic Flights: Delhi – Leh and Leh - Delhi
● An English speaking Tour Leader (from day 2 to day 9)
● Fuel expenses
● An expert mechanic of Royal Enfield motorcycles
● A support vehicle with driver for groups with 4 or more participants; side luggage
carrier for groups of less than 4 participants
● Lodging in standard hotels, on a twin-sharing (two single beds) or triple-sharing basis
(three single beds). If you wish to stay in a single room (extra), please inform your
travel advisor at the time of registration.
● Meals: Full board meals during days of riding
● Third party motorcycle insurance
● Compulsory insurances, including repatriation assistance which covers you in case of
a motorbike accident in India and legal assistance
● International Flights and airport taxes
● Visa fees
● A refundable security deposit of 400 € for every motorcycle
● Meals during days of transfers (day 1 and day 10)
● Admission fees to various monuments, temples etc.
● Souvenirs and personal expenses
● Drinks
● Tips
PRICE INCLUDES
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
MORE INFO
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MY CHECKLIST
Appropriate equipment is a component of a successful journey!Travel lightly, STAY UNDER 10 KGS FOR THE DOMESTIC FLIGHT
BAGS:
❏ A sailor bag would be perfect, a walker's bag too (without steel bar). You can close it with a padlock if you want to (Don’t forget to tag it before leaving with your address. Also with the address of Vintage Rides in India)
❏ A small backpack of 20 litres is advised for daily necessities such as camera, sunscreen lotion.
❏ For people sensitive to cold: a warmer sleeping bag, e.g., suitable for -10 ºC, or an extra duvet;
❏ Sleeping bag liner (recommended);To know: beds, mattresses and duvets will be provided on the site. Other sleeping material is optional and depends on the individual needs of every traveller.
SLEEPING BAG:
SPECIAL MOTORCYCLE
EQUIPMENT:
❏ Motorcycle boots are strongly advised or trekking shoes (waterproof)
❏ Warm motorbike jacket (synthetic preferred)
❏ A rain suit (just in case!)❏ Gloves❏ Helmet❏ Bandana
CLOTHES AND PERSONAL
EQUIPMENT:
❏ 2 light pants❏ 4 shirts (including some with long
sleeves, to protect yourself from the sun)
❏ 2 warm sweaters or jackets❏ Sunglasses❏ Hat❏ Sport shoes or trekking shoes❏ 1 liter canteen (flask) and a
flashlight (don’t forget the batteries)
❏ Some sweets and cereal barsPERSONAL MEDICINE:
❏ Sunscreen lotion❏ Lipbalm❏ Broad-spectrum antibiotic❏ Paracetamol❏ Anti-diarrhoea❏ Elastoplast❏ Skin disinfectant❏ Bandages and special blisters
bandage
CONTACT US
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