A ONCE IN A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE!

Do you dare to ride the highest motorable road in the world?

At 17,582,000ft, conquer Khardung La & river crossings, stay at the highest salt-water lake Pangong Tso, explore ancient monasteries, buddhist culture and enjoy Tibetan cuisine!

A true adventure that will challenge and reward you every day!

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Ride this highest road in the world!

Prices from USD 2,790 (8 days, 7 nights, 1005 km)

8 Passes & 6 Lakes Tour

Tour Dates (8 Days, 7 Nights, 1005km)

Season	2023	2024
Tour 1	29/07-05/08/2023	27/07 - 03/08/2024
Tour 2	26/09-23/09/2023	14/09 - 21/09/2024

!!! THIS IS AN ADVENTURE MOTORCYCLE TOUR !!!

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RIDE TO MOONLAND - DO YOU DARE?

Embark on a thrilling motorcycle tour through the majestic Indian Himalayas! With stunning mountain peaks, lush valleys, and winding roads, this unforgettable journey will take you to places you've only dreamed of.

After arriving in Leh and taking a rest day, you will explore the winding roads of the high Himalayas, passing through ancient villages and marveling at the beautiful and unique architecture of the region. You'll visit some of the most famous monasteries and temples in the area, learning about the rich local culture and history.

Then, you'll hit the open road and take in the breathtaking views of the snow-capped mountains and stunning landscapes. Finally, you'll end your tour with an exciting trip to Pangong Tso - the highest Salt Water lake in the world, and a night stay in Nubra Valley - a high desert spotting camels and learning about the region's vibrant culture. So pack your bags and saddle up for an adventure of a lifetime!

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TOUR ITINERARY & INCLUSIONS

ITINERARY

THE ULTIMATE ICONIC ADVENTURE TOUR! (1005km)

DAY 1 | LEH ARRIVAL (0 KM): We will welcome you on arrival at the Leh airport and transfer you to your hotel. You will have the day free to relax and for acclimatisation which is necessary to feel comfortable at high altitudes. Take an easy stroll through Leh's market, relax in one of the restaurants, or simply enjoy the change of scenery and the stunning mountain backdrop.

DAY 2 | LEH – FOTU LA – LAMAYURU – FOTU LA – ALCHI (170 KM)

In the morning, you will get to know your motorcycles (Royal Enfield Himalayan 411cc) and take them for a ride to familiarise yourself with the climate and Indian roads. Then, we ride on the tarred and smooth road to Lamayuru and back. The Road takes you over a "small" pass ( 4108 m ) - Small by Himalayas standards, and we add a short but fun gravel road to smoothly familiarise you with the bike on those riding conditions. We will stop for lunch with beautiful views of the Ancient Monastery at Lamayuru and drive back towards Leh. The day ends just before Leh in Alchi, an small and beautiful village by the river where you will stay next to on elf Ladakh's oldest monasteries - ALCHI monastery. The evening will be free for leisure to explore the village and monastery.

DAY 3 | ALCHI – TANGLANG LA – TSO KAR (175 KM)

After breakfast you start the ride to Tso Kar Lake. The road to Tso Kar takes you over Tanglangla Pass at 5328 meters to reach the high altitude flat land known as More Plains which is a flat ground at 4500 meters. Continue on with the ride to Tso Kar Lake which is an nature reserve and a salt water lake with stunning views of the grass lands. Spend the evening on a bike ride to the area around the lake in Tso Kar.

DAY 4 | TSO KAR – POLOGONGKA LA – TSO MORIRI LAKE (80 KM)

Today you will ride to the massive Salt water lake that is also surrounded by snow clad peaks. Enroute you will cross Pologongka La Pass, followed by the hot springs at Chumathang Plato at Puga and after crossing a small Namshang La / Kyagar La pass you can admire the grand view of Kyagar Lake (4,500 meters/14,763.78 feet). An off-road trail takes you to Karzok village along with Tso Moriri lake. Overnight stay at Karzok village.

DAY 5 | TSO MORIRI – KAKSANG LA – THATO LA – PANGONG (171 KM)

The journey today is full of contrasts from hair pin trails crossing 2 lakes and with excellent tarmac to roads that have never seen tarmac, the journey has it all, on top the route will also take you over Hola Pass & Kaksang La pass which is over 5406 meters and the highest mountain pass and Grand view of beuitiful lakes Yayo Tso and Marpal tso of your tour. From the village of Chushul the views change dramatically again and you get to see the massive Pangong lake which is like an small Sea in the Himalayas. Pangong at 4225 meters is salt water lake and over 140 Kms long. Overnight stay at village near to lake.

DAY 6 | PANGONG – NUBRA (171 KM)

The drive from Pangong to Nubra valley snakes along the river Skyok for most of the journey. The altitude drops from 4225 meters to 3000 meters. The road today has wast flat plains, winding roads along the river Shyok, some water crossings and a mix of good tarmac and some broken patches. Overnight at Nubra Valley.

DAY 7 | NUBRA – KHARDUNG LA – LEH (126 KM)

Morning visit Diskit Monastery for unending views of Nubra valley, the ancient monastery also has an massive statue of Buddha. Later drive up to Khardungla Pass ( 5359 meters ) and then down to Leh valley via the curvy mountain road to reach the city of Leh. Evening free for leisure at Leh market.

DAY 8 | DEPARTURE

End of Trip and time to leave the beautiful Himalayas with unforgettable memories. The transfer will drop you to the airport where you will depart back to your home country, or to another destination in India. We are happy to assist with add-on bookings to explore more of the beautiful India.

PASSES & LAKES

TOUR DATES 2023

8 Days / 7 Nights (8-12 riders per group)

For all tours: Arrival in Leh on Saturday morning (day 1), Departure from Leh on Saturday (day 8)

15th July - 22nd July
29th July - 05th August
16th September - 23rd September

Note: extra days & nights before and after the tour can be added on request. We are happy to assist you with accommodation in Delhi to connect to / fro your international flights

TOUR DATES 2024

8 Days / 7 Nights (8-12 riders per group)

For all tours: Arrival in Leh on Saturday morning (day 1), Departure from Leh on Saturday (day 8)

Tour 1: 27th July - 03rd August
Tour 2: 14th September - 21th September

Note: extra days & nights before and after the tour can be added on request. We are happy to assist you with accommodation in Delhi to connect to / fro your international flights

PRICES, INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS

Price (minimum 6 riders per tour):

Tour Costs	USD
Rider	from 2,790
Pillion (on bike)	from 2,359
Passenger (in backup car)	from 2,359

*The tour price for information only and will be quoted upon enquiry and booking. The tour is charged in USD.

Any banking, credit card and transactional fees to be borne by the customer.

Inclusions:

8 Days / 7 nights standard accommodation in shared twin/double rooms (single room upgrade available at surcharge USD 650 for entire tour)
All meals breakfast, lunch, dinner, roadside snacks and beverages (tea, water, soft drinks)
Rental of the New Royal Enfield Himalayan 450cc motorcycle for the tour duration
1 x RETZA team Tour Manager (English speaking and depending on availability and request: German), rides as Sweeper/Backup rider
English speaking local tour guide and local road captain
Local permits and innerline permits
Petrol for the entire tour
Spares for wear & tear
Support vehicle with backup vehicle driver for luggage transport and spares
Local medic on tour

Exclusions:

Visa for India
International flight to Delhi
Domestic flight from Delhi to Leh. The "India Welcome Package - USD 399" can be booked additionally which includes airport pickup in Delhi, 1 x Night hotel stay in Delhi upon arrival, Dinner in Delhi, 1 x airport transfer the next morning, domestic flight to & fro Delhi-Leh-Delhi.
Personal snacks
Alcoholic beverages
Personal expenses
Entrance fees and activities not mentioned in the itinerary,
Travel insurance (must include travel cancellation, emergency recovery and repatriation, medical insurance
Any add-on excursions for example to the Taj Mahal.

Single room surcharge: additional USD 550 per person for the entire tour.

For worry free-travels: The "India Welcome Package - USD 399" can be booked additionally which includes airport pickup in Delhi, 1 x Night hotel stay in Delhi upon arrival, Dinner in Delhi, 1 x airport transfer the next morning, domestic flight to & fro Delhi-Leh-Delhi.

Travel recommendations:

Fly into Delhi and stay 1 night to catch your domestic flight to Leh Airport (IXL) the next morning, Saturday (AIRPORT CODES: DEL to IXL Leh).
- Recommended Airlines: SPICE JET, INDIGO AIRLINES, VISTARA
- Hotel recommendation: IBIS HOTEL AEROCITY DELHI
You can spend a day in Delhi before or after your tour to explore Delhi's vibrant markets, visit the Taj Mahal (if you have time, it is closed on Fridays!), or add 2-3 days to explore the Rajasthan's majestic palaces
Or decide to fly to visit Mumbai's and its colonial city centre Colaba, enjoy the coastal vibe and dive into the Mekka of Bollywood.
For international connections, we recommend flight connections from South Africa with Ethiopian Airlines & Emirates.

DEPOSIT, CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY

A refundable security deposit of USD 600 will be taken 4 weeks prior to the tour date.
The Personal liability (Excess) is unlimited. Unfortunately, India doesn't provide insurances for motorcycle rentals and motorcycle touring. In case of an accident, the bike damage will be accessed and the costs for the repair and associated costs (transport, spare parts, labour, etc) are to be borne by the rider.
Prior to the tour start, a bike condition check will be performed to capture the bike condition at the tour start.
An Indemnity form and Waiver of Risk must be signed upon rental begin.
We recommend including in your travel insurance the rental of vehicles and motorcycles, as well as the coverage of any damages to rented vehicles.

PAYMENT TERMS

25% deposit payable upon booking
25% (or first 50%) due 3 month before tour date
Final 50% or Full payment must be made 4 weeks before tour start

CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY

>12 weeks prior to the activity: full refund
6-12 weeks: 50% refundable
4-6 weeks before the activity: 25% refundable
Less than 4 weeks: non-refundable

HIMALAYA WEATHER - WHEN TO GO!

The roads and passes between Manali and Leh are open from June till October, while Leh is accessible from May onwards. June & Juli is the warmest time and thus the peak season where many tourists visit. August till October is less populated and you might encounter first snowfall towards the end of September & early October.

In general, daily temperatures are still warm during the day (+28) but nights can be cold (+2). It's advisable to carry some warm clothing. You will need to keep yourself very well hydrated at all times, please only drink bottled mineral water, (check to ensure the seal is intact).

The itinerary is subject to climate and road condition and will be amended if necessary to ensure the best and safest experience for the riders.

WHAT SHOULD I BE AWARE OF? WHAT TO PACK!

What to wear...

At the risk of stating the obvious here are a few tips: Shoes that can be slipped on and off easily are also very useful as they must always be removed at all religious sites. For general day wear, we recommend light cottons and loose clothing, with jumpers or fleeces and sturdy shoes for those travelling to Pangong and Nubra. In many hotels, restaurants, the air conditioning can be rather chilly. A light jumper or pashmina is very handy in these situations. You will certainly need a light shawl/jacket for the lake and Passes. Do carry good walking shoes for trekking. Please cover yourself properly when visiting the monasteries and avoid talking selfies with the Buddha statue.

Please carry adequate sunscreen and a cooling lotion which could be Aloe Vera based. Wet wipes, hats, sunglasses with a with a high UV protection factor will help you cope with the sun.

Do bring...

Personal medication to cover you for stomach ailments, car sickness, minor cuts and bruises,sprains and rashes/allergies, mosquito bites. Any other medication prescribed by your doctor. Toilet paper during the road trip.

Comfortable shoes for trekking & walking around the city. Please bring intimate wipes (lingettes intimes) for when you need to use public toilets.

Comfort & Eating Out...

Please remember you could give special instructions asking for less spicy food. If you are allergic to any specific foods, please let us know well in advance so we can tell you what kind of foods to avoid.

Please be careful to have food in small quantities, always cooked fresh and served hot as your stomachs may not be used to the spices and the oil in which they are made. When ordering cool drinks, please insist that no ice is used in the glass. Bottles of water and drinks must have unbroken seals when purchased. We recommend raffling of your bottles.

HOW TO GET THERE

How to get there...

To Leh: you can fly directly to Leh Airport via Delhi or Mumbai. You will need to acclimatise after arrival, and hence the first 1-2 days will be easy going to ensure you get used to the high altitude and to avoid altitude sickness (AMS).

To Manali: you can either fly into Delhi and take the overnight bus to Manali or you can take a local flight from Delhi or Mumbai to Kullu Airport (Manali).

The flight is more convenient and quicker, while the sleeper bus will take 13-20 hours and depending on the road, can be quite an extreme experience.

WHAT ABOUT ALTITUDE SICKNESS?

Riding in the Himalayas and on some of the highest roads of the world is definitely a bucket list experience and for some, a once-in-a-lifetime trip!

At first, the high altitude makes everything feel more difficult. Whether it is walking, tying your shoe laces or simply climbing a few steps. You will feel the difference in altitude instantly, and you will feel tired more easily. Some may experience fatigue and a slight headache.

That's why the first 1-2 days of your tour will be easy going to ensure you get used to the high altitude and to avoid altitude sickness (AMS). Upon arrival in Leh, spend the day relaxed with only a few easy walks if at all. The first day of riding will be an easy ride on tar to ensure you become comfortable riding at high altitude, and to get used to Indian traffic.

If you take it easy, have a good sleep and monitor your water and foot intake (a bit less food than you have usually), we can try to avoid altitude sickness. But, it is a reality and there is always a possibility especially when crossing high passes or or sleeping at high altitude (no worries - we always ride high, but sleep low!)

But, should you feel light headed or experience a headache, please notify your tour leader instantly. We always have a local medic support on our tour to assist with extra oxygen and medication if necessary.

To prevent altitude sickness as much as possible, you can consider taking Diamox (Altitude sickness medication) 1-2 days prior to your arrival in Leh. This will help reduce the symptoms.

For more details, read up here: https://www.lehladakhindia.com/acclimatization/

CELL PHONE CONNECTIVITY & WIFI

Cell phone connectivity is not always the best when on the road between destinations and varies from operator to operator. You may have WIFI and Network connectivity in LEH, ALCHI and PANGONG. During the other days, you won't have cellphone reception or WIFI. Please inform your close-ones, family and/or work accordingly, and try to arrange everything important before/after the tour. We have a satellite phone that can be reached.

PAYMENT OPTIONS IN LADAKH (CASH vs CARD)

Please make sure to carry sufficient cash (INR) with you for our personal expenses and to settle extra food or hotel bills. Card payments are usually not possible in Ladakh and only few establishments in Leh accept it.

You can withdraw INR cash at the Delhi Airport upon your arrival in India. We recommend an amount between INR 15,000 to INR 20,000 (or more) depending on your personal expenses.

Leh does have a few ATMS, but they don't always work with international cards. Thus, Delhi Airport is a more reliable option.

T&C: The tour price is for information only and may vary depending on the number of guests, tour-add ons, and final local logistics costs. The tour will be charged in USD and RETZA reserves the right to adjust the final tour price according to the currency exchange rate at the point of booking and in case of any tour-related changes. Guests will receive a final quotation with specified costs, inclusions and details to confirm the booking.

breathtaking roads

Explore Ladakh's breathtaking surroundings, villages and monasteries. We make sure that along your tour, you get to experience the culture and sample local cuisines!

handpicked accommodation

We like to mix it up!

All our accommodations are hand-picked and chosen to give you a taste of the local culture whilst maintaining standards that are important to us. We prefer to give you a mix of comfortable 3-star hotels, local guesthouses and typical Ladakh stays - think cozy beds and hot showers as well as staying in an authentic nomad village in the middle of nowhere.

IMMERSIVE CULTURE

Visit ancient monasteries and temples, discover small mountain villages, experience Tibetan cuisine while walking around Leh market or join a camel ride in Nubra Valley.

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