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Motorcycle Safari - I
Trans Himalayan Motorcycle Safari
 
Delhi • Shimla • Sarahan • Sangla • Kalpa • Tabo • Losar • Jispa • Sarchu • Leh • Leisure • Khardungla • Delhi
 

Day 01 - Arrival Delhi
Arrive on international flight at airport in New Delhi Meet on arrival & transfer to the hotel.

Day 02 - Delhi (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Breakfast. Short tour of Delhi and later some  practice time adjusting to motorcycle, Enfield 500cc. Evening briefing by our Motor bike expert on complete trip followed by welcome Dinner. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03 - Delhi to Shimla - 340Km (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Start early in the morning to avoid city traffic & drive to Shimla. On arrival check in at hotel. Enroute stop at picturesque place Parwanoo for Lunch. Continue drive to Shimla. Check in at hotel. Evening walk around Mall.

Shimla:-
situated at the height of 6,900ft, the town is spread over 12Kms. It was once a small village surrounded by splendid forest. Later, the British converted it into a hill resort, the Summer Capital of British. Dinner and overnight in the hotel.

Day 04 - Shimla to Sarahan - 185 Km.
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Drive to Sarahan : Former Capital of Bushahar Empire, Sarahan is a wonderful little village in a beautiful region of Deodar forest. A fine example of Hindu – Buddhist architecture is seen at historical Bhimakali temple. The temple’s unusual architecture and wealth of carvings have made it a resplendent example of what is loosely called the  Indo-Tibetan style. Deep down in the alley flows the river Sutlej and across lies the snow-clad Shrikhand peak.

Day 05 - Sarhan to Sangla- 92 Km (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Moving on from Sarhan, you delve deeper into the breathtaking, secret world of Kinnaur and Spiti valleys. Ride on to Wangtu and further to Karcham and move down to right to Sangla- a picturesque little village with a small population, famous for its trout fishing possibilities. Situated on the slope with houses rising one above the other, and the Kinner-Kailash peak towering behind, Sangla is also known for the impressive and historical Kamru fort, which has been dedicated to the Kamakshi Temple. Dinner and overnight in the fixed tents.

Day 06 - Sangla to Kalpa - 57 Km.
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
At leisure backtrack to Karcham and drive to Kalpa. From Powari proceed to Recong Peo (7Km) and further to Kalpa. Both places have the most stupendous settings in all of Himachal Pradesh-anywhere up the road will give you incredible views of the mighty Kinnaur Kailash, among other mountains, at around 6000m.
Lunch and later walk around local market. Dinner and overnight hotel.

Day 07 - Kalpa to Tabo - 163 Km. (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Start early morning riding on Sutlej Bed & in the Lush green forest. Proceed 18 km. to Powari to Ribba, crossing some main streams of water falling in Sutlej. This region is also known for the famous Kinnaur apples, and there are number of bridges falling enroute. Ribba to Puh- 40Kms ride on the paved road on the Bank of the Sutlej River which flows on the right side this road. It is also called the Indo Tibetian road. In northwest direction one can distinctly see some snow covered peaks in Pin valley range (subject to clear weather). After crossing the cantonment of the Puh & come out of the gorge of Khab another 11 Kms.

Khab is the point where there is resounding sound of the two mountain rivers confluencing – Tabo & Sutlej. Navigate the hair pin bends & ride ahead for 24 kms on paved road till Yangthang. Descend Yangthang it can be considered an ideal entry point in the Land of Lamas, as not only the features of the locals we meet across the road remind us of the Mongolian blood but also the area is sparsely populated.

From Yangthang the road condition also deteriorates to unpaved in between some loose mud & mountain river crossing till Chango (3658 meters). The Tabo river flows in the gorge. >From Chango another 8 Kms is arid landscape features till Sumdo. The next 9 Kms until Hoorling ride in the plateau area. 24 Kms ahead is Tabo.

Visit Tabo Gompa (temple)-founded in 996 AD, has some of the best preserved examples of Indo-Tibetan art remaining in the world.
Dinner and overnight camping.

Day 08 - Tabo to Losar - 171 Km.
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Morning  leave for Kaza 3600 meters, 47 Kms past Tabo and to Kibber, 18Km up. Visit Kibber village(4025m) & Ki – Monastery (4116m). Though the distance to Ki is not much but have to ascend a height of more than 1000 M & the road conditions are tough means unpaved stretch. Ki is the oldest and largest gompa in spiti having a spectacular location. Ride down to Rangrik and then into the barren landscape in the gorge for next 30 Kms  to Hanse (3950m) clinging to the road cliffs & the unpaved stretch of roads & also there will not be many villages falling enroute. Ride further to Losar (4079m) 20Kms. Dinner and overnight camping  at Losar.

Day 09 - Losar to Jispa-184Km (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Early morning ride upto Kunzumla pass (4551 M) & then proceed to sightseeing of the Chander Tal Lake (4270m), almost 12 Kms one way. Spend some time around this lake and appreciate the spectacular scenery. 

Drive to Batal-Chhatru–Gramphoo and to Tandi. Lunch enroute. Head towards Keylong-Jispa. Dinner and overnight hotel (subject to room availability) or else Camping .

Day 10 - Ride to Sarchu - 104 Km.
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Drive to Jispa-Darcha and proceed on the hair pin bends entering into the Higher Himalayan range. Reach the top of the gorge & head straight to Himmatnagar Cantonment. It is again unpaved stretch of the Patseo & ZinZing Bar hairpins bends, as you get closer to Suraj Tal the road & then ahead to Baralacha La (4883m). Descend down to Bharatpur. Packed lunch and enter the gorge of Sarchu. Get out of the gorge after crossing the bridge and enter the Sarchu Plateau (4100m) with its windy factor playing a role & bringing down the temperature. Dinner and overnight in fixed tents.

Day 11 - Sarchu to Leh – 246 Km. (Breakfast/Packed Lunch/Dinner)
Today is a long ride. For next 30Kms ride in the plateau area a good speed but be cautious of the bad patches enroute. Ascend the road bends of Gata Loops early morning to beat the uphill traffic & scale the height of Takh (3950m) and then it is a downhill.  Cross over the low lying road in the stream and ascend uphill again the height of Lachungla pass (5060m)-54km from Sarchu. Drive downhill for 25km till you hit the base of bridge before Pang (4630m). Ensure to cross over Pang  before 1200noon as after traffic is not allowed.

Cross Tanglangla (75km from Pang)  and another 30km to Rumtse. Proceed further to Leh, the saddle of Buddhist Culture. Dinner and overnight in the hotel.

Day 12 - Day at Leisure. Bike Maintenance. (Breakfast)
Today is free at leisure for own personal activities.
Leaving the bikes in the capable hands of the mechanic and explore on own the delights of Leh, including the 16 th Leh century Palace (once the seat of power), the splendid peace pagoda and the busy marketplace.

Optional: Half-day river rafting can be arranged on request basis.

Day 13 - Leh to Khardungla & ride into Nubra Valley
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Ride to the word’s highest motorable road: Khardung La. At 18,380 (5602m) feet the ride will take a few hours of climbing out of Leh. Capture the moment in your camera at the top, and then ride down into the beautiful Nubra Valley. After a surrealistic ride across a vast seabed, the road climbs into an hour’s worth of twisty canyon pavement. Tonight stay in a fixed camp. Dinner and overnight.

Day 14 - Back to Khardungla & at leisure in Leh. (Breakfast)

Day 15 - Leh to Delhi- fly. (Breakfast)
Early morning flight from Leh, weather and atmosphere conditions permitting, brings you back to Delhi. Meet upon arrival and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day is free at leisure.
(Optional: same day trip to Taj Mahal on request basis. One way drive is Del-Agra -5hrs)

Day 16 - Delhi to further destination.
Room till 1200hrs (late check-out on request). On time transfer to international airport for flight to VIE at 0150Hrs

Day 17 to further destination.

The Classic ‘Royal’ Enfield Bullet
  (500CC)
Originally built by The Royal Enfield Motorcycle Co of Great Britain, production ceased in that country due to financial difficulties, in the mid-1950s.  India subsequently acquired the entire company and production line, transferred operations to Madras (now Chennai) and simply continued to build bikes without bothering to change the original design specifications.  To this day they continue to churn out brand new, 50 year old bikes!

The Enfield is a true classic, with the single cylinder 500cc engine producing a deep, throaty rumble and powerful torque that have prompted some to christen it the two-wheeled tractor.  At idle speed you can audibly count the engine revolutions per minute.  High speed is not what the Enfield is about (any faster than about 60kph in India is suicidal anyway!), it's about aesthetics, comfort and style.  Some unconventional aspects take a little getting used to, such as the gear-change on the right foot and the brake on the left, but riding an Enfield gives a pure, unadulterated pleasure - particularly through the stunning scenery where you're going. It is the perfect bike for touring in India, taking the rough roads easily in its stride.

Tyre Size: 19 Inch
Maximum Speed: 110-115 Kmph
Gear: 4
Rear Suspension: Swing Arm
Front Suspension: Telescopic
Braking: Left Leg
Gearing: Right Leg

Accomodation as under :
01/03   Delhi               Hotel Sahara (new 3star-very good rooms)
03/04   Shimla            Quality Inn
04/05   Sarhan            Hotel Srikhand (Basic)-best available
05/06   Sangla             Banjara Fixed Deluxe Tents
06/07   Kalpa              Hotel Kinner Kailash-Best available
07/08   Tabo                Camping
08/09   Losar              Camping
09/10   Jispa               Camping
10/11   Pang                Camping
11/13   Leh                  Spic and Span
13/14   Nubra              Fixed Deluxe Tents
14/15   Leh                  Hotel Lumbini or Similar
15/16   Delhi               The Connaught (Centrally located)

Minimum 2-3pax
USD 2495 Per person sharing twin room riding single mobike
USD 2075 Per person sharing twin for Pillion rider

Minimum 4 to 5Pax:
USD 2143 Per person sharing twin room riding single mobike
USD 1731 Per person sharing twin for Pillion rider

6 Pax onwards            
USD 2034 Per person sharing twin room riding single mobike
USD 1621 Per person sharing twin for Pillion rider
Single room supplement would be USD 948

* 15nights accommodation  sharing twin or triple.
* Meals as indicated in the itinerary (some days is packed Lunch)
* 500 CC Enfield motorbike hiring charges (one person one bike)
* Gasoline charges
* Motorbike mechanic through out the trip
* Escort vehicle along with company escort
* All transfers by aircon vehicle
* Air fare Leh / Delhi (Economy)
* Present government taxes

Not included:
* Any damage to the bike will be sole responsibility of the rider.
* Insurance of the bikes as is being rented out.
* Tips for drivers, escort, mechanic, porters etc……
Kindly get your clients go through following as we will get them sign this before handing over the motorbikes.

Note: The above cost is valid till 15th September 2007. 16th September 2007 onwards the hotel prices goes up quite a lot in the plains of North India due heavy traffic of cultural tourists during winter. If any booking after 15th September 2007 to April 2008 cost will be higher by USD 524 Per Person on twin sharing basis.

 
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