Roadtrip naar de Himalaya

The Great Himalayan Expedition

June 2024 Ride

Date: 15th June to 28th June, 2024

Starting Point: Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir | Ending Point: Leh, Ladakh

Draft itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival at Srinagar

- Arrival at Srinagar Airport, transfer to a houseboat.

- Freshen up & relax.

- Explore Srinagar market.

- Briefing, Riding Gear Distribution & Dinner and overnight stay at the houseboat.

Place of Stay: New Jersey Houseboat / Similar

Day 2: Srinagar Local Sightseeing

- Breakfast & Motorcycle Trials

- Sightseeing

- Evening - Inauguration followed by dinner

Place of Stay: New Jersey Houseboat / Similar

Day 3: Srinagar to Kargil via Sonamarg, Drass & Zojila Pass

- Flag off

- Journey to Kargil via Sonamarg and Drass.

- Check-in & Dinner at Kargil hotel.

Place of Stay: The Kargil / Similar

Day 4: Kargil to Leh via Namika La & Fotu La

- Departure for Leh via Lamayuru, Mulbek, Namika La, and Fotu La.

- Visit to Magnetic Hills - A gravity hill

- Reach Leh and check-in at the hotel.

Place of Stay: the Bodhi Tree / Similar

Day 5: Leh to Shey-Thiksay-Hemis-Stok

- Visit monasteries including Thiksey and Hemis.

- Explore Shey & Stok palace

- Dinner and overnight stay in Leh.

Place of Stay: the Bodhi Tree / Similar

Day 6: Leh to Nubra Valley via Khardung La

- Travel to Nubra Valley via Khardung-La.

We will ride through the World’s Second Highest Motorable Pass - Khardungla

- Visit Shanti Stupa and Sand Dunes in Hunder.

- Explore Diskit village and monastery.

- Dinner and overnight stay in Diskit.

Place of Stay: The Creek / Similar

Day 7: Nubra Valley to Siachen base camp and back

- Journey to Siachen Base Camp visit.

- Return to Diskit.

- Dinner and overnight stay in Diskit.

Place of Stay: The Creek / Similar

Day 8: Nubra Valley to Pangong Tso via Shyok Valley

- Travel to Pangong Tso via Agam and Shyok villages.

- Check-in at the campsite by the lake.

Place of Stay: Misty Hills / Similar

Day 9: Pangong to Hanle via Rezang La War Memorial

- Visit Rezang La War Memorial.

- Lunch at Loma/Tsaga village.

- Arrival at Hanle village and check-in at a homestay.

Place of Stay: Umilngla Residency/Similar

Day 10: Hanle to Umling La and return

- Journey to Umling La, the world’s highest motorable road.

- Return to Hanle and stay overnight.

Place of Stay: Umilngla Residency/Similar

Day 11: Hanle to Tso Moriri via Tsaga La

- Travel to Tso Moriri via enchanting plains.

- Enjoy the serene beauty of Tso Moriri.

- Check-in at a homestay in Korzok.

Place of Stay: Grand Dolphin /Similar

Day 12: Tso Moriri to Leh

- Journey back to Leh via Namshang La Pass.

- Visit the Hot Springs - Puga Valley - The only geothermal region in Ladakh

- Evening at leisure in Leh.

- Overnight stay in Leh.

Place of Stay: Essence /Similar

Day 13: Sightseeing & Valedictory

Place of Stay: Essence /Similar

Day 14: Departure from Leh

- Check-out from the hotel and transfer to the airport for departure.

Event Highlights:

"Ride for Rotary" is an event involving motorcycle riding and four-wheeler driving across India.
This initiative is organized by Rotary District 3181 to support and strengthen The Rotary Foundation while celebrating Rotary Fellowship.
You will be riding on the highest motorable roads of the world
Accommodation will be provided at best possible hotels and camps
The meticulously planned route will showcase diverse landscapes, including valleys, lakes, mostaries
The ride will be supported by medical staff, helpers, mechanics, and support vehicles.
A vehicle will transport participants' luggage.
The bike and four-wheeler convoy will be under the guidance of experienced crew members.

Participation Fee:

USD 4800 + 18% GST: Solo Rider – Single Room
USD 8000 + 18% GST: Couple Rider – Single Bike – Twin Sharing Room
USD 8500 + 18% GST: Couple Rider – Double Bikes – Twin Sharing Room
USD 4200 + 18% GST: 4 Wheeler Participant – No Self Drive - Passenger – Single Room
USD 7000 + 18% GST: 4 Wheeler Participant – Couple – No Self Drive – Passenger – Twin Sharing Room

Note:

We need Fitness certificate from participants to ride Himalayas
Participants need to reach Srinagar – There are direct flights from Delhi to Srinagar
There will be oxygen cylinders

Fee Includes:

Food
Accommodation - Single Occupancy Rooms for Single. Double Occupancy for Couples
Vehicles with Fuel
Riding Gears(For 2 Wheeler Participants)
T Shirts
Airport Pickup & Drop in Leh & Srinagar.

Bank Details:

Please transfer the participation fee to the below bank details:

Account Number: 50200084808023
Account Name: RIDE FOR ROTARY 8
Bank name: HDFC BANK LTD
IFSC: HDFC0003668
SWIFT Code: HDFCINBB
Bank Address: Ground Floor, Mythri Arcade, Kantharaj Road, Saraswathipuram, Mysore - 570009

Ride for Rotary 8 Details:

Chairman: Rtn. Kanthraj C
Chairman Club: Rotary Mysore West
Correspondence Address: 14/A, 4th main 8th Cross, Saraswathipuram, Mysuru, Mysuru, Karnataka, 570009

Participants Checklist:

Apply for a VISA
Obtain an International Driving License
Fitness Certificate to ride in Himalayas
Secure personal insurance
Bring a riding helmet (if participating on a two-wheeler)

Who Can Participate:

Rotarians from around the world
Non-Rotarians accompanying a Rotarian
Non-Rotarians with a permitted letter from a Rotary Club

To Register for this event: Please visit www.rideforrotary.com

For any more information please email to: info@rideforrotary.com

This is a developing document - Please come back for updates.

Last Updated: 2nd April, 2024