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Trans Himalayan Traverse

23-Day Spiti, Zanskar & Ladakh Motorcycle Expedition

India, Northern India: Land, Region
35°C to -2°C Approx.: Wetter
Jun-Sep: Jahreszeiten
Tarmac, Gravel, River crossing: Untergrund
± Approx. 2,950 km: Fahrstrecke
23 days / 22 nights: Dauer
Moderate, Advanced: Schwierigkeit
Maximum 10 riders: Max. Gruppengröße

Höhepunkte

Woran Sie sich erinnern werden

Four Himalayan Ranges
Local Himalayan Food
World’s Highest Motorable Passes
High-Altitude Lakes
Green to Dry Landscapes
Remote Himalayan Valleys
Ancient Monasteries
Water Crossing
Snow-Covered Mountains
Massive Himalayan Peaks
Unforgettable Mountain Roads

Three valleys. One line across the Himalaya.

Most operators sell Spiti, Zanskar and Ladakh as three separate tours. We ride all three, end to end, in one continuous journey.

Twenty-three days. Around 2,950 kilometres in the saddle. Thirteen mountain passes above 4,000 metres, seven of them above 5,000. You start in the pine forests above Shimla and finish under the Dhauladhar in Dharamshala, and in between you cross every major range of the Indian Himalaya — the Shivaliks, the Dhauladhar, the Pir Panjal, the Great Himalaya, the …

5.613 €pro Fahrer

Expedition price

Rider5.613 €

Machine

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450ccEnthaltenIncluded in the rider price

Individuelle Expedition

Preise werden in indischen Rupien festgelegt und nur zur Anzeige umgerechnet, der zu zahlende Betrag hängt also vom Tageskurs ab. Flüge sind nicht enthalten. Offhorizon Adventures kann diese Preise ohne Vorankündigung anpassen.

Tag für Tag

Expeditionsprogramm

23 Tage

Tag 1SchließenArrive in DelhiMehr dazuArrive in DelhiUnterkunftDelhiMeet the Offhorizon team at Delhi airport and transfer to your hotel.
This is your arrival and preparation day.
Meet the expedition team, review the route and make final preparations for the journey ahead.
Sleeping altitude: Delhi — approx. 216 m
Included: Hotel and dinner
Tag 2SchließenDelhi to ShimlaMehr dazuDelhi to ShimlaUnterkunftShimlaTravel north towards Shimla.
The mountains begin to replace the plains as you approach the former summer capital of British India.
Your Royal Enfield Himalayan is introduced and you complete the initial motorcycle preparation and shakedown.
Included: Hotel and meals
Tag 3SchließenShimla to KalpaMehr dazuShimla to KalpaUnterkunftKalpaThe first major riding day.
Ride through Narkanda and Rampur before joining the Sutlej Valley.
Continue towards Kinnaur and Kalpa, with views towards Kinner Kailash.
The green Himalayan environment begins to dominate the route.
Distance: Approx. 220 km
Sleeping altitude: Kalpa — approx. 2,960 m
Included: Hotel and meals
Tag 4SchließenKalpa to NakoMehr dazuKalpa to NakoUnterkunftNakoFollow the Sutlej towards Khab before climbing towards Nako.
The landscape changes from green mountain country to high-altitude desert.
Nako sits beside its small lake at approximately 3,662 metres.
This is your first night well above 3,500 metres.
Distance: Approx. 105 km
Sleeping altitude: Nako — approx. 3,662 m
Included: Hotel and meals
Tag 5SchließenNako to KazaMehr dazuNako to KazaUnterkunftKazaRide through Gue, Tabo and Dhankar before reaching Kaza.
Visit the ancient monastery at Tabo, then climb towards Dhankar above the confluence of the Spiti and Pin rivers.
Continue to Kaza, the main settlement of Spiti.
Distance: Approx. 145 km including detours
Highest elevation: Approx. 3,894 m
Sleeping altitude: Kaza — approx. 3,650 m
Included: Hotel and meals
Tag 6SchließenKaza: Langza, Komic & HikkimMehr dazuKaza: Langza, Komic & HikkimUnterkunftKazaA shorter acclimatisation day.
Ride into the high villages around Kaza.
Visit Langza, Komic and Hikkim, with elevations reaching approximately 4,587 metres.
This is deliberately a shorter day before the route crosses higher passes.
Return to Kaza for the night.
Distance: Approx. 45 km
Highest elevation: Komic — approx. 4,587 m
Sleeping altitude: Kaza — approx. 3,650 m
Included: Hotel and meals
Tag 7SchließenKaza to ChandratalMehr dazuKaza to ChandratalUnterkunftChandratalVisit Key Monastery and Chicham Bridge before crossing Kunzum La at approximately 4,551 metres.
The road then turns rough as you enter the Chandra Valley.
Reach the Chandratal area and walk to the lake.
Distance: Approx. 105 km
Highest elevation: Kunzum La — approx. 4,551 m
Sleeping altitude: Chandratal — approx. 4,300 m
Included: Camp and meals
Tag 8SchließenChandratal to JispaMehr dazuChandratal to JispaUnterkunftJispaOne of the first genuinely demanding riding days.
The road from Batal towards Gramphu includes broken surfaces, rocks and water crossings.
Continue into Lahaul and follow the Chandra and Bhaga valleys towards Jispa.
The character of the landscape changes again.
Distance: Approx. 139 km
Highest elevation: Chandratal — approx. 4,337 m
Sleeping altitude: Jispa — approx. 3,200 m
Included: Hotel and meals
Tag 9SchließenJispa to Padum via Shinku La & PhuktalMehr dazuJispa to Padum via Shinku La & PhuktalUnterkunftPadumLeave Jispa and ride towards Darcha before climbing to Shinku La at approximately 5,091 metres.
Cross into Zanskar.
Continue towards Padum, with the opportunity to reach the area around Phuktal Monastery.
This is one of the most remote sections of the expedition.
Distance: Approx. 148 km plus Phuktal section
Highest elevation: Shinku La — approx. 5,091 m
Sleeping altitude: Padum — approx. 3,669 m
Included: Hotel and meals
Tag 10SchließenPadum & Drang Drung GlacierMehr dazuPadum & Drang Drung GlacierUnterkunftPadumA deliberately easier day.
Ride towards Pensi La and the Drang Drung Glacier.
The glacier is visible from the road, making this an impressive high-altitude experience without requiring a major trek.
Return to Padum.
The motorcycles receive additional checks before the hardest Zanskar riding day.
Distance: Approx. 90 km
Highest elevation: Approx. 4,600 m
Sleeping altitude: Padum — approx. 3,669 m
Included: Hotel and meals
Tag 11SchließenPadum to LamayuruMehr dazuPadum to LamayuruUnterkunftLamayuruThe hardest riding day of the expedition.
Ride approximately 210 km through the heart of Zanskar via Lingshed.
Cross Singge La at approximately 5,060 metres and Sirsir La at approximately 4,804 metres.
Much of the road is unpaved.
There are no reliable fuel stations across the middle section, phone coverage is limited and medical facilities are unavailable for much of the route.
That is why the support vehicle remains with the group.
Finish at Lamayuru.
Distance: Approx. 210 km
Highest elevation: Singge La — approx. 5,060 m
Sleeping altitude: Lamayuru — approx. 3,510 m
Included: Hotel and meals
Tag 12SchließenLamayuru to LehMehr dazuLamayuru to LehUnterkunftLehA shorter riding day after yesterday's demanding route.
Visit Lamayuru Monastery before following the Indus towards Leh.
The road is predominantly paved.
Arrive in Leh with time for the team to service the motorcycles and for riders to rest.
Distance: Approx. 115 km
Sleeping altitude: Leh — approx. 3,524 m
Included: Hotel and meals
Tag 13SchließenLeh to Nubra via Khardung LaMehr dazuLeh to Nubra via Khardung LaUnterkunftNubra ValleyClimb out of Leh towards Khardung La.
At approximately 5,359 metres, the pass is one of the expedition's major milestones.
Descend into Nubra Valley.
Visit Diskit Monastery and continue towards Hunder.
Distance: Approx. 124 km
Highest elevation: Khardung La — approx. 5,359 m
Included: Hotel and meals
Tag 14SchließenNubra to Pangong TsoMehr dazuNubra to Pangong TsoUnterkunftPangongRide east along the Shyok River.
The road includes broken sections, dirt, rockfall areas and possible water crossings depending on seasonal conditions.
Continue through Durbuk and Tangtse towards Pangong Tso.
Reach the lake in the afternoon.
Distance: Approx. 190 km
Highest elevation: Approx. 4,225 m
Sleeping altitude: Pangong — approx. 4,250 m
Included: Hotel/camp and meals
Tag 15SchließenPangong to Umling La to HanleMehr dazuPangong to Umling La to HanleUnterkunftHanleThe biggest day of the expedition.
Start early.
Ride south from Pangong through the remote eastern region before reaching the Indus near Loma.
Then climb towards Photi La and ultimately Umling La.
At approximately 5,798 metres / 19,024 feet, this is the highest point of the entire expedition.
After the pass, descend towards Hanle.
The day ends beneath the exceptionally clear skies of one of India's darkest regions.
Distance: Approx. 340 km
Highest elevation: Umling La — approx. 5,798 m
Sleeping altitude: Hanle — approx. 4,300 m
Included: Hotel and meals
Tag 16SchließenHanle to LehMehr dazuHanle to LehUnterkunftLehA recovery-focused day.
Ride along the Indus through Nyoma, Mahe and Chumathang before continuing towards Leh.
The roads are generally easier than the previous day.
Reach Leh and complete another full motorcycle check.
Distance: Approx. 250 km
Sleeping altitude: Leh — approx. 3,524 m
Included: Hotel and meals
Tag 17SchließenLeh to Tso KarMehr dazuLeh to Tso KarUnterkunftTso KarLeave Leh and head south.
Cross Tanglang La at approximately 5,328 metres and continue across the More Plains.
Then turn towards Tso Kar.
Tso Kar sits on the Rupshu plateau and is known for its salt-encrusted shoreline and high-altitude wetland environment.
Distance: Approx. 150 km
Highest elevation: Tanglang La — approx. 5,328 m
Sleeping altitude: Tso Kar — approx. 4,530 m
Included: Camp/hotel and meals
Tag 18SchließenTso Kar to JispaMehr dazuTso Kar to JispaUnterkunftJispaA major pass day.
Cross Lachulung La, ride the famous Gata Loops and continue towards Nakee La.
Then cross Baralacha La at approximately 4,890 metres.
Descend towards Lahaul and Jispa.
After the high-altitude riding, Jispa brings you back to a lower and greener environment.
Distance: Approx. 200 km
Highest elevation: Lachulung La — approx. 5,059 m
Sleeping altitude: Jispa — approx. 3,200 m
Included: Hotel and meals
Tag 19SchließenJispa to ManaliMehr dazuJispa to ManaliUnterkunftManaliLeave the high desert behind.
Ride through Keylong and Sissu before entering the Atal Tunnel.
The landscape changes rapidly from dry high-altitude terrain to pine forest and the greener valleys around Manali.
Arrive in Manali and enjoy a more relaxed evening.
Distance: Approx. 95 km
Sleeping altitude: Manali — approx. 2,050 m
Included: Hotel and meals
Tag 20SchließenManali to Barot ValleyMehr dazuManali to Barot ValleyUnterkunftBarotRide down the Kullu Valley towards Mandi before turning west.
The landscape becomes quieter as you enter Barot Valley.
Barot sits beside the Uhl River and beneath the Dhauladhar.
After almost three weeks of high-altitude riding, the forests and flowing water feel like another world.
Distance: Approx. 176 km
Sleeping altitude: Barot — approx. 1,830 m
Included: Hotel and meals
Tag 21SchließenBarot to Dharamshala via Rajgundha & BirMehr dazuBarot to Dharamshala via Rajgundha & BirUnterkunftDharamshalaThe final riding day.
Take the Chhota Bhangal route through Rajgundha and towards Bir.
Continue through Baijnath and Palampur before reaching Dharamshala beneath the Dhauladhar.
The motorcycles are handed back here.
The expedition ends on the road — not at an airport.
Distance: Approx. 110 km
Highest elevation: Approx. 3,000 m
Sleeping altitude: Dharamshala — approx. 1,457 m
Included: Hotel and meals
Tag 22SchließenDharamshala to DelhiMehr dazuDharamshala to DelhiUnterkunftDelhiTransfer to Kangra airport and fly to Delhi.
A buffer night in Delhi is deliberately included because mountain-region flights can be affected by weather and visibility.
You have one final evening before departure.
Included: Delhi hotel, breakfast, dinner and Dharamshala–Delhi flight
Tag 23SchließenDepartureMehr dazuDepartureUnterkunftDepartureYour expedition ends.
Transfer to Delhi airport according to your flight schedule.
Twenty-three days behind you.
Three major Himalayan regions.
Approximately 2,950 kilometres.
Thirteen high passes above 4,000 metres.
Seven above 5,000 metres.
And Umling La at 5,798 metres.
Included: Breakfast and airport transfer

Der Fuhrpark

Die Maschinen, die Sie fahren

Für das Gelände vorbereitet und vor jeder Abfahrt gewartet, 23 Tage bei der kürzesten, und im Fahrerpreis enthalten.

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450cc

Der Preis

Was drin ist und was nicht

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Motorcycle
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 for the complete expedition.
Fuel
Fuel required for the planned expedition route is included.
Accommodation
22 nights of accommodation throughout the journey.
Accommodation includes hotels, guesthouses, camps and Swiss-style tents where appropriate to the route.
Meals
Meals are included throughout the expedition according to the daily itinerary.
Expedition Team
Road captain
Sweep rider
Motorcycle mechanic
4x4 support vehicle
Luggage Transport
Main luggage is transported by the support vehicle.
Permits
Required route and local permits are included, including permits required for restricted sections of Ladakh.
Medical Support
Oxygen, pulse oximeter and first-aid equipment are carried throughout the expedition.
Dharamshala–Delhi Flight
The scheduled domestic flight from Dharamshala/Kangra to Delhi is included.
Airport Transfers
Airport transfers specified in the itinerary are included.

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International Flights
Flights from your home country to India and your return international flight are not included.
Indian Visa
Visa fees and application costs are the responsibility of the rider.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is mandatory.
Your policy must specifically cover:
Motorcycle riding
Motorcycles above 125cc
High-altitude travel
Emergency medical treatment
Helicopter evacuation
Repatriation
Personal Riding Gear
You are responsible for your own:
Helmet
Riding jacket
Riding trousers
Gloves
Motorcycle boots
Protective equipment
Waterproof layers
Personal Expenses
Not included:
Laundry
Telephone/data
Shopping
Souvenirs
Tips
Personal snacks
Extra drinks
Room service
Other personal purchases
Alcohol
Alcoholic drinks are not included.
Motorcycle Damage
Damage caused by a crash, fall, misuse or accident may be charged according to the applicable motorcycle rental and expedition conditions.
Unavoidable Additional Costs
Road closures, extreme weather, landslides, government restrictions, flight cancellations or other circumstances outside the team's control may create additional accommodation or transport costs.

Vor Ort

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Vor der Buchung

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How difficult is Trance Himalays Motorcycle Expeditions?

It is a demanding motorcycle expedition. There are 20 riding days, approximately 2,950 km, 13 passes above 4,000 metres and several major off-road sections. The Padum–Lamayuru day is particularly demanding, while the Pangong–Umling La–Hanle day is the longest and highest section. Previous motorcycle touring experience is essential.

How many riders are in the group?

The maximum is 10 riders. We do not add an eleventh place.

Which motorcycle do I ride?

You ride a Royal Enfield Himalayan 450.

Is fuel included?

Yes. Fuel for the planned expedition route is included.

Are pillion riders allowed?

No. This is a solo-rider expedition because of the demanding terrain, altitude and long remote sections.

How high does the expedition go?

The highest point is Umling La at approximately 5,798 metres / 19,024 feet.

Which valleys does the expedition cross?

The route crosses Kinnaur, Spiti, Pin, Lahaul, Zanskar, Indus, Nubra, Changthang, Barot and Kangra regions.

Which lakes are included?

The expedition reaches Nako Lake, Chandratal, Pangong Tso, Tso Kar, Suraj Tal and Deepak Tal.

Which monasteries are included?

The route includes major monasteries including Tabo, Dhankar, Key, Phuktal, Lamayuru, Diskit and Hanle, together with the Kinnauri temples around Kalpa.

Can foreign riders join?

Yes. Foreign riders need a valid motorcycle licence and the required International Driving Permit, together with their passport and travel documents.

What happens if weather changes?

The Himalayas can change the itinerary. If snow, rain, landslides, flooding, road closures or local restrictions make a section unsafe, the expedition team can modify the route. Safety takes priority over following the published schedule exactly.

What happens if I get altitude sickness?

Tell the road captain immediately. The expedition carries oxygen, a pulse oximeter and medical equipment, and the support vehicle can assist with descent when required.

Can I extend my stay?

Extensions may be possible depending on motorcycle, hotel and operational availability. Ask the Offhorizon team before booking flights.

What is the booking deposit?

A 30% deposit is required to confirm the booking. The remaining 70% is due two weeks before departure.

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