Join the ultimate motorcycling adventure over the World s highest motorable roads on a Royal Enfield Bullet.

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1 Join the ultimate motorcycling adventure over the World s highest motorable roads on a Royal Enfield Bullet. R!de the Indian Himalaya on an 18 day fully escorted tour. Departs July 16, * These are the same amazing roads recently seen on a number of TV shows, including Top Gear s India Special.

2 Outline The Tour R!de Himalaya is an 18 day, 2500 km journey by Royal Enfield over several of the World s highest roads, including Khardung La, the Planet s highest motorable pass. It s a journey that will, literally take your breath away. Experience the amazing, colourful and vibrant life of India, the snow-peaked Himalayan Mountains, cliff hugging Buddhist monasteries, the splendour of grand Kashmiri house boats, and the mystique of the Taj Mahal. You will be riding on fantastic roads with breath taking scenery and enjoying the cultural highlights of towns such as Manali, Leh and Srinagar as well as the hustle and bustle of New Delhi. India is a cultural melting pot, a test to all your senses and a thrill to the adventurous, and you will experience a fraction of its sheer vastness in eighteen days. Highlights Trains - no journey to India is complete without a journey by Indian Rail. Mussoorie - at 3000 meters, this former British hill station, is only considered to be in the foothills. You will find a warm welcome in Archana s home town and a great place to get acclimatised. It s also the perfect place to get acquainted with your Royal Enfield on some short rides. Lahdak, Jammu & Kashmir - Mountains, mountain passes and mountain people will be your highlights through this awe inspiring region. With hairpin bend after hairpin bend motorcycling doesn t get any better than this. Around every turn there is something more amazing than the last on a road that will take you through the rich and varied tapestry of life that is India, from Hindu India, to Buddhist India through to Muslim India. Srinagar - Experience the peace and majesty of an intricately carved British Raj houseboat on Lake Nageen. New Delhi - With more people than the population of Australia in one city your experience of Delhi will be one you ll never forget. The tour culminates with a visit to one of the seven wonders of the World, the majestic Taj Mahal. Your Bike Manufactured in India since 1949, the Royal Enfield Bullet is now the oldest motorcycle brand in the world still in production and is synonymous with motorcycling in India. Not only will you ride it over the highest roads but there is the opportunity to export one back to Australia. Royal Enfield Bullet - 500cc, Single, 4 Stroke.

3 Itinerary Itinerary Tour Route Date Day Activity Km s Day 1 16 Jul M Arrive Delhi Evening 30 Day 2 17-Jul T Train to Dehradun & Taxi to Mussoorie 289 Day 3 18-Jul W Mussoorie Rest Day n/a Day 4 19-Jul Th Mussoorie Rest Day & Short Ride 50 Day 5 20-Jul F Ride to Shimla 261 Day 6 21-Jul S Shimla to Manali 258 Day 7 22-Jul Su Manali to Kelong via Rohtang La 3978m 125 Day 8 23-Jul M Kelong to Tos Kar & Baralacha La 4830m 230 Day 9 24-Jul T Tso Kar to Leh via Taglang La 5328m 145 Day Jul W Leh Rest Day n/a Day Jul Th Leh to Khardung La 5602m 80 Day Jul F Leh to Mulbekh (45kms from Kargil) 220 Day Jul S Mulbekh to Kargil to Srinagar 200 Day Jul Su Rest Day in Srinagar n/a Day Jul M Srinagar to Jammu (300) Train to Delhi (590) 890 Day Jul T Delhi Rest Day n/a Day 17 1-Aug W Delhi to Agra (Taj) to Delhi 210 Day 18 2-Aug Th Final day in Delhi Over Night Flights Out 30

4 Price AU $ ex New Delhi 18 Day North India and Himalayas Tour and Ride Departs July Inclusions Motorbike rental for the duration of the tour. All fuel, maintenance and repair costs. Third party insurance for motorcycles. Tour guides x3. All meals. 17 nights twin share accommodation in mid-range hotels. Additional supplement of AU $800 applies for private room. All tickets and border passes. All airport, internal transfers and train tickets. Exclusions Flights to and from India. (see preferred agent ) Travel Insurance. (see travel insurance below) Indian Tourist Visa Fees. (AU $75) Vaccinations and medical examinations. Personal riding gear and helmet. Personal expenditure including drinks, souvenirs and personal travel on rest days. Preferred Travel Agent Please consult our preferred travel agent for assistance with flight costs and bookings: Andrew Tomkins, Wilson & Turner Travel Associates, Suite 21, 33 Salamanca Place, Hobart TAS 7000 Ph : (03) Freecall: andrew_tomkins@travel-associates.com.au Web:

5 Guides Tim and Archana Brammall Your hosts Tim and Archana have been operating in the adventure tour industry for over ten years and have operated and guided for a range of experiences from all-terrain vehicle and multi-day hiking tours to luxury remote wilderness camps. Widely travelled, their lives traverse 3 countries, their native homes of Australia, India and Ethiopia. They have undertaken extensive motorbike adventures throughout Australia, Europe, Vietnam and India. The Indian Himalayan town of Mussoorie, the launching place for the tour, is Archana s home town and the Himalaya s are their backyard. The front cover of this brochure features Tim riding his 2 stroke Yamaha RX 135 over the Himalaya in Who better to show you the marvel that is India and proudly welcome you to this place called home. Tim and Archana live in Tasmania, Australia with their 2 young children. Eli Jorgenson Eli s love of motorcycling is contagious. Having ridden throughout Australia and operated as a quad bike tour guide, Eli was blown away by his highest road experience when he first undertook it in He s also a regular Mr Fix It. Jeshurun Hofmann. (Jeshi) Of Australian/German decent, Jeshi was in fact born in Manali, India and grew up in Mussoorie and the Indian Himalaya. Fluent in Hindi (and several other languages) Jeshi is a keen motorcyclist and has ridden extensively throughout India.

6 Important Notice Security The security situation in India, in particular the Jammu and Kashmir region, can be of concern. The Australian Government s Smart Traveller details the latest travel advisories for India. Smart Traveller advises that the Ladakh region should be accessed and exited via the Manali route. Please be assured that we will travel at all times on the main Leh to Srinagar highway which has numerous military checkpoints and security measures. We reserve the right to alter the tour route and itinerary at any time, including returning via the Leh to Manali route. Health and Safety This tour involves travel in remote and high altitude areas (Up to 5300m). It also involves the individual operating motor vehicles in a foreign country with different road rules and varying road and traffic conditions. Participants should have a high level of health and fitness and be competent riders. We strongly advise that all participants consult their doctor prior to committing to the tour. Please also consult your Doctor regarding appropriate vaccinations. Travel Insurance It is a condition of the tour that all participants purchase travel insurance for the duration of the tour. This insurance must cover the riding of motorcycles. Motorcycle Riders Licence All participants must hold a valid motorcycle licence and an international drivers permit. (Available from the RACT) Contact Details Bookings and Important Dates Archana and Tim Brammall archana@ridehimalaya.com.au Mobil: PO Box: 2128 Launceston, Tasmania, Australia 7250 Please contact us for further details. We can also assist with your visa applications, travel insurance and other travel needs. 30 April May July August 2013 Bookings Close (50% non-refundable deposit) Flight bookings & visas recommended. Balance Due Depart Australia (AM) Arrive New Delhi (PM) Tour Begins Tour Ends Depart New Delhi or at own arrangements