TMI Bike Ride and Jeep tour to Ladakh from 28th June to 13th July ’14.

Just as the Rainy season approaches in the whole Country, there is a place, which remains away from the rains, a place which is beyond the mighty Himalayas; a place which is a Heaven for Bikers and Photographers, A place which will steal your heart with its picturesque beauty -

Ladakh
A Land with Beauty beyond Description

Come join us as we, at Trek Mates India, plan for you a Bike Ride to Ladakh from 28th June to 13th July ’14.

A ride of a life, which covers:
1. Manali – one of the most famous Hill stations of India.
2. Five of the top 10 passes of the world.
3. Khardung la – The Highest Motorable road
4. Pangong Lake – The largest lake of Asia.
5. Lamayuru – the Moon Land
6. Tibetian style monasteries
7. Dal lake – Srinagar’s Jewel
8. Sonmarg enroute....
and many more beautiful and exciting places
and the last but not the least – The Hemis Festival

And we would also have a tempo traveler / Car along with us for people who are not interested in the bike ride.
 

A brief Explanation of the tour
The manali- Leh road is one of the most exciting and scenic biking trails anywhere across the country, crossing as it does four high passes over the great Himalayas and the parallel Pir Panjal and Zanskar range. The route which any biker would like to visit at least once in his life time. And the beauty which mesmerizes anyone in his first look.
To read more about Ladakh, click here.

Hemis Festival:  It is a buddhist festival and held in commemoration of the birth anniversary of Guru Padmasambhava.
The two day peagent is marked with the victory of good over evil where local people are seen with their colorful attire. The festival is organized by Head of Lama.
Hemis is colorful festival showcasing the beautiful handicrafts of the region. The festival is also famous for the "devil dances" that constitute an important element in the social entertainment of Ladakhis. The major attractions are the masked dances, that depicts the victory of right over the evil. "Chang" A country liquor is been served on this occasion.


The planning for the event will be as follows:
Day 1: 28th June:
Meet at Bandra Terminus at 10.30 am
Start from Mumbai by Train (Paschim Express) by 11.30 am.

Day 2: 29th June:
Reach Chandigarh by 4.30 pm
Collect bikes from the Railways.
Stay in Chandigarh.

Day 3: 30th June:
Chandigarh to Manali - 310 Kms

Day 4: 1st July: 
Stay in Manali.
(Purposely for bike servicing/Acclimatization)

Day 5: 2nd July: 
Manali- Rohtang Pass- Koksar- Tandi- Keylong - 120 km Ride

Day 6: 3rd July: 
Keylong- Darcha - sarchu -Pang- 220 km Ride

Day 7: 4th July: 
Pang Tanglangla- Rumtse- Upashi- Leh- 195 kms Ride

Day 8: 5th July:

Leh to Pangong- 160 Kms Ride
Enroute visit Thiksey Monastry and Shey Palace
Stay at Pangong lake

Day 9: 6th July: 
Pangong Lake to Leh -  160Kms
Also visit Hall of fame army Museum in Leh City

Day 10: 7th July: 
Visit Hemis Monastry for Hemis Festival
 
Day 11: 8th July: 
Ride to Khardungla and back: 80 Kms
Also visit Leh Palace and Leh Local Market

Day 12: 9th July: 
Leh to Kargil - 220 Kms Ride

Day 13: 10th July:
Kargil - Drass - Jojila end - Sonmarg - Gagangir - srinagar – 210 kms

Day 14:11th July:
Dal Lake, Mughal Gardens and Local Sightseeing 50-80 kms


Day 15: 12th July:
Bike transfers by Gati Courier.

Day 16: 13th July:
Fly back to Mumbai

Total Bike ride: 1800 kms Approx.


The Expenses
The whole tour is on Actual. Which means the expense will be shared equally among the members as well as the leaders and coordinators.
Trek Mates India will be charging INR 4000 per head as expertise charges.
The approximate expense for the event will be INR 35000/- for bike riders, or 40000/- for 4 wheel tourists.

Inclusions:
1.      To Sleeper class train tickets
2.      Accommodation on Triple sharing basis in Hotels and sharing basis in tents
3.      All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
4.      Permissions wherever necessary
5.      Utility vehicle (For broken down Bikes and accessories)
6.      Transportation by Jeeps (for 4 wheel tourists)
7.      Bike Transportation charges (Mumbai – Chandigarh & Srinagar – Mumbai by Cargo)
8.      All Taxes

Payment details:
One needs to pay Rs 15,000 as advance at the time of booking.
The amount is to be deposited in the following account.
ICICI Current Account No: 148805500050
Name: Straub
Ifsccode: icic0001488
Branch: Kalwa

Things to carry:
Bike Papers and Helmet
Hat / Cap 01 nos.
Woolen cap / Balaclava 01 nos.
Warm Scarf, Pair of Woolen Gloves
Round neck T-shirts, min 03 nos.
Fleece Sweatshirt / Sweater min 01 nos.
Windproof Jacket 01 nos.
Leggings from a Track-suit, min 01pair, shorts,
Pair of sturdy sports shoes with rubber sole
Cotton Socks, Woolen Socks, min 03 pairs each
Thermal Inners, Lower & Upper, min 01 pair
Raincoat / Poncho 01 nos.
Full Body Towel 01 nos.
Torch with spare batteries, 01 set
Sunscreen lotion, min 30 SPF, Toiletries 
Medicines as specified by doctor
Extra Pair of shoe laces
Sleeping Bag, Umbrella. 
Camera, Cam charger, Mobile Charger.
Etc.




More pics:
To check our last years event Pics, pls visit the following links:
July 2013: https://www.facebook.com/nileshlove84/media_set?set=a.10153042079505103.1073741826.678105102&type=3
July 2012: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152052530275103.916338.678105102&type=3
July 2011: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150733621755103.733279.678105102&type=3 


Please Note: 
It is very important that you line the inside of your bags with a big polythene sheet. Doing so will ensure, that in the event of rain, even though your bag may get wet, your clothes will still remain dry!




Ø  Registrations are done only by phone calls and will be confirmed only after the receipt of advance.
Ø  Only 50 Seats
Ø  Registrations will be on First come First served basis.


For more details and Registration, Please feel free to contact us on:
Nilesh Patil:  086555 88508
Vikramsingh: 99877 61562

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Shop No 5, Krishna Building,
Dada Patil Wadi,
Near Thane Station,
Thane (w) - 400602.


Regards,
Trek Mates India.
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