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Royal Enfield Himalayas Tour

Ladakh, INDIA
June 2024

1235km

13 Days, 12 nights

Level: Intermediate

Accomodation: ★★★

from $4650 NZD per person

Are you ready for the ultimate adventure on two wheels?
Look no further than a motorcycle tour through Ladakh!

Join your host Jonathan Spark for a transformative journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Ladakh. This is not your average motorcycle tour - it's a chance to explore your outer and inner worlds, to challenge yourself and grow in ways you never thought possible.

Our route takes us through some of the most stunning scenery in the world, from snow-capped mountains to rugged valleys to crystal-clear lakes. Along the way, we'll stop at unique villages built to survive the land, ancient monasteries, and hidden gems that few tourists ever see!

But this tour is about more than just the physical journey - it's also an opportunity for personal transformation. Our expert guide will lead you through practices designed to help you connect with your true self and embrace new perspectives and possibilities.

As we ride through Ladakh, we'll encounter challenges and obstacles that will test our courage and resilience. But we'll also experience moments of pure joy and wonder, as we connect with the beauty and majesty of this incredible region.

So if you're ready for an adventure that will change your life, join us for a motorcycle tour through Ladakh. It's a journey you'll never forget.

HIGHLIGHTS

Scenic beauty: See sights few world travellers get to see in this remote part of the world.
Cultural experience: Ladakh is home to a unique blend of cultures, including Tibetan Buddhism, Islam, and Hinduism. As you ride through the region, you'll have the chance to visit ancient monasteries, traditional villages, and bustling markets, where you can learn about the local customs and way of life.
Adventure: Riding a motorcycle through Ladakh region is known for its challenging roads, high altitude, and unpredictable weather. But for those who are up for the challenge, it's an adventure of a lifetime!
Spiritual exploration: Ladakh is a spiritual center, with many monasteries and meditation centers scattered throughout the region. As you ride through the mountains and valleys, you can take time to reflect, meditate, and connect with the natural world around you.
Camaraderie: Touring through Ladakh on a motorcycle is a great way to connect with like-minded people who share a sense of adventure and exploration. Bond over the challenges of the road and the joy of discovering new places together.

YOUR HOST
Jonathan has a wonderful relationship with the team of India Personal Tours and has led many tours and retreats in different parts of the world. He specialises in creating an inner journey of discovery as much as an outer adventure. With 25 years of experience supporting people in their journey of discovery, healing and well-being, Jonathan brings care, thoughtfulness and humour to this unforgettable adventure.

(Pictured: Jonathan and his wife Yasmeen in India)

ITINERARY
The following itinerary gives a broad insight into the tour, what can not be included are the many spontaneous and special experiences that India always provides.
Along the way Jonathan will be supporting the discoveries, connections and transformational experiences of self along your journey, India's culture and spirituality has the ability to awaken the soul and help reveal a new sense of self.

ARRIVE IN DELHI
Day 1

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Day 1: Delhi – Leh [by flight]

Arrive at Delhi airport. Fly to Leh.

On arrival our local driver will welcome you at Leh airport and transfer you to your hotel in Leh. Free time at leisure to acclimatise. Later in the evening your tour leader will come and meet you at your hotel. Bit of briefing and important information about your tour and also get introduced to your motorbikes. Overnight in Leh hotel.

Day 2

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Day 2: Leh – Lamayuru [130km]

After breakfast at your hotel we start our Royal Enfield adventure and head west along the beautiful and serene Indus river. Visit Alchi on the way.

Lamayuru monastery.

This monastery is situated at an altitude of 3510 meters. The terrain next to monastery is stunning and incredible. It is mesmerizing and unbelievable when you look at the unique landscape in Lamayuru. This is popularly known as the ‘Moonland of Ladakh. The moon like topography is unique and is believed to be created by drying of a huge lake. Overnight in Lamayuru.

Lamayuru – Wanla Monastery – Hanupata - Temisgam
Day 3

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Day 3: Lamayuru – Wanla Monastery – Hanupata - Temisgam [100 km]

After breakfast ride towards Temisgam.

We will continue our adventure in west direction between the Zanskar and Ladakh mountain ranges and over Fotu La pass. As you ride on your motorcycles you are going to pass through vast, arid landscapes. Arrive at Bodh Kharbu village and leave the main highway. On the way visit of

Wanla Gompa which is an ancient and historic monastery believed to date back 1,000 years to the time of Richen Zangpo, who was one of the greatest translators of Buddhist texts.

The Gompa stands high above the village of Wanla on a precipitous crag, 12 km down a narrow road that branches off the highway near Lamayuru. The drive to the Gompa from Lamayuru is incredibly scenic. Continue drive towards Hanupata [3770M] and then finally reach Temisgam in Sham valley. Overnight in Temisgam hotel.

Temisgam – Likir – Leh [100 km]
Day 4

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150km

Temisgang was once a capital of western Ladakh.

The setting for the gompa is quite spectacular. The added bonus is that Temisgang is not really on the list of gompas most tourists will visit in the region, so you’re likely to have the place completely to yourself.

After breakfast in anticipation of more wonderful scenic journey we head towards Leh on a narrow road through Hemis Shukpachan. It is a small traditional village in Sham valley in Ladakh. While riding on this part of journey we will visit several sites like Likir monastery, beautiful Yangthang village or even Basgo palace, which is believed to be the royal capital in past. After a great adventure today we will return to Leh. Rest of the day is at leisure on your own. Overnight in Leh.

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Leh – Khardung La Pass – Hunder [150 km]
Day 5

to your destination

145km

After breakfast we pick our bikes and today head towards Khardung La pass. During this ride you will encounter many hairpin turns through which you will enjoy your ride. Khardung La pass is the highest motorable road in the world at 5370 meters above sea level. You will be mesmerised by its beautiful scenery as you see Zanskar range to the south and the Karakoram mountains to the north. Continue riding torwads Hundar. Our descend start here through the Shyok and Nubra valleys. At a place called Khalsar, we will take a turn northwest towards the Hunder sand dunes. Before reaching Hunder we will visit Diskit monastery. Continue riding on to Hunder. Arrive and check into your pre booked accommodation. Overnight.

Hunder – Summor [Sumur] – Nubra Valley [110 km]
Day 7

to your destination

120km

After breakfast we will enjoy this short biking stretch to enjoy breath-taking views and stunning beauty of Nubra valley’s. You will see many natural wonderful spots. Also visit hot spring. If weather God is kind and we have favourable weather we can take a swim in a waterfall. Or else as an alternate we can go for an enjoyable walk between Summor’s old stone walls, willows, poplars and irrigation channels. Arrive and check into your camp/hotel. Visit of Summor monastery. Overnight

Summor – Pangong Lake – 120 km
Day 8

to your destination

90km

After breakfast we will ride through small roads and descend along the Nubra valley. Pangong Tso [4350 m] is one of the highest saltwater lakes and a rare one at that, because there is no drainage around the lake unlike other waterbodies. About one-third of the lake is located in India, while the remaining part is situated in the territory of China-dominated Tibet.

Adventure Begins...

A soulful journey that will ignite your senses.

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COSTS:

COST BASED ON A GROUP OF 12 PAYING TRAVELLERS TRAVELLING TOGETHER.

COST FOR RIDER SHARING WITH PILLION:

NZD 4650 Per person in one DOUBLE/TWIN sharing room.

COST FOR PILLION SHARING THE ROOM WITH RIDER:

NZD 4160 per person in one DOUBLE/TWIN sharing room.

COST FOR THE RIDER NOT SHARING THE RIDE [OWN BIKE / BUT SHARING THE ROOM:

NZD 5080 per person in one DOUBLE/TWIN sharing room.

COST FOR THE RIDER NOT SHARING THE RIDE AND ROOM. [OWN ROOM / OWN BIKE]:

NZD 5800 for one person in one single room [ not sharing the bike and room with anyone] + $1500 = $5800

Cost Includes:

Hotel accommodation for 12 nights
Daily breakfast and dinner at all hotels
12 lunches as per above itinerary
Royal Enfield Himalayan motorcycle [411 CC] as per above itinerary
All airport transfers in private vehicle with driver
Domestic flight From Delhi to Leh and Leh to Delhi in economy class
English speaking tour leader from day 2 to 12 in Ladakh
Expert and professional mechanic of Royal Enfield motorcycle
A support vehicle with driver for entire trip
Third party motorcycle insurance
Monument fee as per the itinerary

Cost does not include:

Mandatory insurance: an insurance that covers medical expenses and legal assistance
Repatriation, which covers you for accidents with two-wheeled vehicles (large-displacement)
Visa fee and international flights
Tips to guide and support staff
Drinks and water during meals
Souvenirs and personal expenses
Anything not mentioned under “cost includes”

Checklist:

Suitable equipment is essential to ensure this adventure is a success!

Travel light: try to keep it below 15 kg (33 lbs) for your domestic flight, and it will

make it easier for you to handle your luggage.

Duffle bag (with some plastic bags to protect the contents) or large backpack without an external metal frame. You can lock it with a padlock. Possibly a backpack cover. Before leaving, attach a label to your bag with your contact details and India Personal Tour's contact details.
A small backpack of 10/20 litres for the daytime (camera, sunscreen lotion).
For people sensitive to the cold: a warmer sleeping bag, e.g., suitable for -10 ºC, or an extra duvet. A sleeping bag liner is recommended.

Book Your Adventure!

Royal Enfield Himalayas Tour

Ladakh, INDIA
June 2024

1235km

13 Days, 12 nights

Level: Intermediate

Accomodation: ★★★

from $4650 NZD per person

HIGHLIGHTS

Scenic beauty: See sights few world travellers get to see in this remote part of the world.

Adventure: Riding a motorcycle through Ladakh region is known for its challenging roads, high altitude, and unpredictable weather. But for those who are up for the challenge, it's an adventure of a lifetime!

Spiritual exploration: Ladakh is a spiritual center, with many monasteries and meditation centers scattered throughout the region. As you ride through the mountains and valleys, you can take time to reflect, meditate, and connect with the natural world around you.

Camaraderie: Touring through Ladakh on a motorcycle is a great way to connect with like-minded people who share a sense of adventure and exploration. Bond over the challenges of the road and the joy of discovering new places together.

ARRIVE IN DELHI
Day 1

Day 2

Lamayuru – Wanla Monastery – Hanupata - Temisgam
Day 3

Temisgam – Likir – Leh [100 km]
Day 4

Leh – Khardung La Pass – Hunder [150 km]
Day 5

Hunder – Rest Day
Day 6

Hunder – Summor [Sumur] – Nubra Valley [110 km]
Day 7

Summor – Pangong Lake – 120 km
Day 8

Pangong Lake - Tso Moriri Lake – 150 km
Day 9

Tso Kar Lake - Leh –110 km
Day 11

Leh
Day 12

Leh – Delhi by flight
Day 13

Tso Moriri Lake - Tso Kar Lake -– 120 km
Day 10

Adventure Begins...

A soulful journey that will ignite your senses.

COSTS:

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Royal Enfield Himalayas Tour

Ladakh, INDIA June 2024

1235km

13 Days, 12 nights

Level: Intermediate

Accomodation: ★★★

from $4650 NZD per person

HIGHLIGHTS

Scenic beauty: See sights few world travellers get to see in this remote part of the world.

Adventure: Riding a motorcycle through Ladakh region is known for its challenging roads, high altitude, and unpredictable weather. But for those who are up for the challenge, it's an adventure of a lifetime!

Spiritual exploration: Ladakh is a spiritual center, with many monasteries and meditation centers scattered throughout the region. As you ride through the mountains and valleys, you can take time to reflect, meditate, and connect with the natural world around you.

Camaraderie: Touring through Ladakh on a motorcycle is a great way to connect with like-minded people who share a sense of adventure and exploration. Bond over the challenges of the road and the joy of discovering new places together.

ARRIVE IN DELHI Day 1

Adventure Begins...

A soulful journey that will ignite your senses.

COSTS:

name

contact information

do something that relates directly to our business.

We keep your information safe by storing it in encrypted files and only allowing certain staff to access it.

We keep your information for two years at which point we securely destroy it by Securely erasing digital copies.

Ladakh, INDIA
June 2024

ARRIVE IN DELHI
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