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Trans Himalayan Traverse

23-Day Spiti, Zanskar & Ladakh Motorcycle Expedition

India, Northern India: Pays, région
35°C to -2°C Approx.: Météo
Jun-Sep: Saisons
Tarmac, Gravel, River crossing: Type de terrain
± Approx. 2,950 km: Distance parcourue
23 days / 22 nights: Durée
Moderate, Advanced: Difficulté
Maximum 10 riders: Taille max du groupe

Temps forts

Ce dont vous vous souviendrez

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 …

À partir de

5 613 €par pilote

Expedition price

Rider5 613 €

Machine

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450ccComprisIncluded in the rider price

Expédition sur mesure

Les prix sont fixés en roupies indiennes puis convertis pour l'affichage : le montant réglé dépend donc du taux du jour. Les vols ne sont pas compris. Offhorizon Adventures peut modifier ces prix sans préavis.

Jour par jour

Programme de l'expédition

23 jours

Jour 1FermerArrive in DelhiEn savoir plusArrive in DelhiHébergementDelhiMeet 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
Jour 2FermerDelhi to ShimlaEn savoir plusDelhi to ShimlaHébergementShimlaTravel 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
Jour 3FermerShimla to KalpaEn savoir plusShimla to KalpaHébergementKalpaThe 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
Jour 4FermerKalpa to NakoEn savoir plusKalpa to NakoHébergementNakoFollow 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
Jour 5FermerNako to KazaEn savoir plusNako to KazaHébergementKazaRide 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
Jour 6FermerKaza: Langza, Komic & HikkimEn savoir plusKaza: Langza, Komic & HikkimHébergementKazaA 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
Jour 7FermerKaza to ChandratalEn savoir plusKaza to ChandratalHébergementChandratalVisit 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
Jour 8FermerChandratal to JispaEn savoir plusChandratal to JispaHébergementJispaOne 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
Jour 9FermerJispa to Padum via Shinku La & PhuktalEn savoir plusJispa to Padum via Shinku La & PhuktalHébergementPadumLeave 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
Jour 10FermerPadum & Drang Drung GlacierEn savoir plusPadum & Drang Drung GlacierHébergementPadumA 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
Jour 11FermerPadum to LamayuruEn savoir plusPadum to LamayuruHébergementLamayuruThe 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
Jour 12FermerLamayuru to LehEn savoir plusLamayuru to LehHébergementLehA 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
Jour 13FermerLeh to Nubra via Khardung LaEn savoir plusLeh to Nubra via Khardung LaHébergementNubra 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
Jour 14FermerNubra to Pangong TsoEn savoir plusNubra to Pangong TsoHébergementPangongRide 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
Jour 15FermerPangong to Umling La to HanleEn savoir plusPangong to Umling La to HanleHébergementHanleThe 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
Jour 16FermerHanle to LehEn savoir plusHanle to LehHébergementLehA 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
Jour 17FermerLeh to Tso KarEn savoir plusLeh to Tso KarHébergementTso 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
Jour 18FermerTso Kar to JispaEn savoir plusTso Kar to JispaHébergementJispaA 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
Jour 19FermerJispa to ManaliEn savoir plusJispa to ManaliHébergementManaliLeave 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
Jour 20FermerManali to Barot ValleyEn savoir plusManali to Barot ValleyHébergementBarotRide 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
Jour 21FermerBarot to Dharamshala via Rajgundha & BirEn savoir plusBarot to Dharamshala via Rajgundha & BirHébergementDharamshalaThe 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
Jour 22FermerDharamshala to DelhiEn savoir plusDharamshala to DelhiHébergementDelhiTransfer 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
Jour 23FermerDepartureEn savoir plusDepartureHébergementDepartureYour 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

La flotte

Les machines que vous pilotez

Préparées pour le terrain et révisées avant chaque départ, 23 jours sur le plus court, et comprises dans le prix pilote.

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450cc

Le tarif

Ce qui est compris, et ce qui ne l'est pas

Compris dans le tarif10

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.

Non compris08

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.

Le terrain

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Les questions des motards

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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