Trans Himalayan Motorcycle Tour

Morning transfer to Delhi Airport to catch a flight to Dharamshala. Upon arrival, meet our team for a transfer to Palampur. After check in, meet in the hotel lobby for a briefing on the Himalayan Adventure Tour. Here you will meet your fellow riders and get an introduction to the tour route, riding tips and safety guidelines for your Himalaya motorbike tour. Then head to the motorbike station to pick up your Royal Enfield and get familiar with it during a short test ride.

Today we will ride to Banjar Valley and the beautiful village of Jibhi. This Himalayan road trip will take you through beautiful views and mountain roads with stops at Kandi Katola National Park which is known for its biodiversity. Jibhi will be a peaceful and secluded stop for the night where you can relax and enjoy the Himalayan serenity.

Today we will ride from Jibhi to the historic village of Sarahan in Baspa Valley. Sarahan is famous for its traditional Himachali architecture. Take a walk through the village to see the old world Himachali houses and then visit the famous Bhimakali Temple where you can see the aarti ceremony and get immersed in local culture and spirituality.

Morning ride from Sarahan to Kalpa via Sangla Valley and the last Indian village before the Tibetan border, Chitkul. Along the way see the magnificent mountain views and the Baspa River. Kalpa is near the district town of Rikongpio in Kinnaur Valley and will welcome you with dramatic landscapes and rich culture, perfect place to relax and soak in the Himalayan atmosphere.

Get ready for the restricted zone as we enter the Spiti Valley, known for its rough and tough terrain. After completing the permit formalities in Rikongpio, drive to Tabo, and stop at the confluence of Sutlej and Spiti River. Visit Gyu Village where you will see the mummy of a monk, preserved for over 500 years. Once you reach Tabo, visit the famous Tabo Monastery, a spiritual icon established in 996 AD. Also known as the “Ajanta of the Himalayas”, Tabo Monastery has murals, stucco images and ancient structures which represents the sanctity and legacy of Trans-Himalayan Buddhism.

Start the day by exploring more of Spiti Valley’s rough and tough terrain. As we drive to Kaza, stop at the villages of Shichling and Chhorden, situated on the banks of the river. Visit Dhankar Monastery, situated high above the valley and enjoy the views and the peace. Then drive to Komic Village, the highest village in the world accessible by road and Hikkim, where you can send a postcard from the world’s highest post office. Pass through Langza and you will reach Kaza, the main town of Spiti Valley.

Today’s ride is a real challenge as we drive on the rough and unpaved roads of Spiti Valley to reach Manali. En route visit Key Monastery, the main attraction of Spiti Valley and a spiritual hub of Tibetan Buddhism. Then drive on a rough road with views of Bara Shigri Glacier and CB mountain ranges. We will cross Kunzum Pass, the highest motorable pass in the valley and known for its breathtaking views. Descend and pass through Atal Tunnel, one of the longest road tunnels in the world and reach Manali.

Today’s final ride of the Himalayan adventure brings us back to Palampur. En route you can enjoy the views one last time and relive the memories of the incredible journey through the Himalayas. Palampur is famous for its tea gardens and peaceful atmosphere and is the perfect place to meet fellow riders and celebrate the tour.

After an incredible journey through the Himalayas, you will be dropped at Dharamshala Airport to start your journey back to your own destination. This Himalayan tour has given you a glimpse of some of the most beautiful and remote places of India, a perfect blend of cultural immersion, adventure and memories to last a lifetime.