Far more adventurous and even more dangerous than the Manali-Leh Road, very few people have heard about the gravity-defying Old Hindustan-Tibet Road, and even fewer people have seen it. Some of them who have gone through the modern NH22, which is a poor cousin of the Old H-T Road in terms of adventurous thrills, are still raving about it. What to say about the original?
The Old Hindustan-Tibet Road is like a spooky fairytale. Twisting and turning in the mountains, the edge-of-the-precipice road runs through the rocky shelters with the River Sutlej plunging thousands of feet below.
Immortalized by Rudyard Kipling in his masterpiece, Kim, the romantic road witnesses a transition in climate, vegetation, terrain, people, culture and religion. The landscape transforms from magical green valley to the barren cold desert; Hinduism morphs into local cults and finally to Tibetan Buddhism; rudimentary temples make way for box-like monasteries; and paranthas are superceded by tukpas and momos.
The Transition becomes Complete once we enter Spiti Valley leaving you wondering whether you are in India or in Tibet.
Trek Mates India
announces
Bike ride cum Tour to Chandigarh – Simla - Lahaul Spiti – Manali – Chandigarh
From
27th July to 10th August
Spiti is the sub division of Lahaul & Spiti district with its hqrs. at Kaza. It is called "Little Tibet" because it has almost the same terrain, vegetation & climate . Spiti also means "Middle Country". Its between Tibet, Ladakh, Kinnaur, Lahaul & Kulu. From Shimla via Kinnaur there is a motorable road which remains open upto Kaza for 8 to 9 months. About 10kms ahead of Pooh, satluj enters India near Shipki la & Spiti river joins it at Khab. The road then goes to Sumdo via Hangrang valley. From Sumdo Spiti valley starts.
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The Spiti river flows fast through deep gorges at some places. The valley is not wide but there are villages and some fields where people grow barley, buck- wheat, peas & vegetables. It has an area of 4800 sq. kms. Some inhabitants have adopted Budhism as their faith and Bhoti is the spoken language. The people are simple and honest. The main Spiti valley is split into eastern and western valleys. They are connected with Ladakh & Tibet on eastern side & Kinnaur and Kullu on western side through high passes.
Itinerary of the tour:
Day 1: 27th JulyStart from tour from Mumbai to Chandigarh by train
Day 2: 28th JulyReach Chandigarh
Day 3: 29th JulyChandigarh to Simla – 130km
Day 4: 30th JulySimla to Sarahan – 124km
Day 5: 31st JulySarahan to Kalpa – 90km
Day 6: 1st AugustKalpa to Nako – 104km
Day 7: 2nd AugustNako to Tabo – 63km
Day 8: 3rd AugustTabo – Dhankar Lake – Kaza – 63km
Day 9: 4th AugustKaza to Chattru – 118km
Day 10: 5th AugustChattru to Manali – 81km
Day 12: 6th AugustExplore Manali
Day 14: 7th AugustManali to Chandigarh – 236km
Day 15: 8th AugustChandigarh Siteseeing and Bike Transfer
Day 16: 9th AugustTrain to Mumbai
Day 17: 10th AugustReach Mumbai
Note:
People without bikes can opt for flight directly from Srinagar, in case they want to cut short the no of days of the Tour.
Also bikers can opt for flight from Jammu and their bikes will be sent by trains, which they will have to collect from Bandra Terminus. The details will be given accordingly.
The Expenses
The whole tour is on Actual. Which means the expense will be shared equally among the members as well as the leaders and coordinators.
Trek Mates India will be charging Rs.4000 per head as expertise charges.
The approximate expense for the event will be Rs 25000/- for bike riders, or 30000/- for 4 wheel tourists.
Inclusions:
1. To and Fro Sleeper class train tickets (If you book well in advance)
2. Accommodation on Triple sharing basis in Hotels and sharing basis in tents
3. All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
4. Permissions wherever necessary
5. Utility vehicle (For Bikes and accessories)
6. Transportation by Jeeps (for 4 wheel tourists)
Payment details:
One needs to pay Rs 15,000 as advance at the time of booking.
The amount is to be deposited in the following account.
SBI a/c no: 30665796091 S/A in the name of Mr. Nilesh Patil.
Branch: Panchpakhadi, Thane.
SBI a/c no: 30665796091 S/A in the name of Mr. Nilesh Patil.
Branch: Panchpakhadi, Thane.
IFS code: sbin0007232.
Last date of registrations will be 1st March. Registration after that will be depending upon the availability of train tickets. Late / fake tickets can be issued, but the fine amount should be paid by the participant.
Last date of registrations will be 1st March. Registration after that will be depending upon the availability of train tickets. Late / fake tickets can be issued, but the fine amount should be paid by the participant.
Things to carry:
Bike Papers and Helmet
Hat / Cap 01 nos.
Woolen cap / Balaclava 01 nos.
Warm Scarf, Pair of Woolen Gloves
Round neck T-shirts, min 03 nos.
Fleece Sweatshirt / Sweater min 01 nos.
Windproof Jacket 01 nos.
Leggings from a Track-suit, min 01pair, shorts,
Pair of sturdy sports shoes with rubber sole
Cotton Socks, Woolen Socks, min 03 pairs each
Thermal Inners, Lower & Upper, min 01 pair
Raincoat / Poncho 01 nos.
Full Body Towel 01 nos.
Torch with spare batteries, 01 set
Sunscreen lotion, min 30 SPF, Toiletries
Medicines as specified by doctor
Extra Pair of shoe laces
Sleeping Bag, Umbrella.
Camera, Cam charger, Mobile Charger.
Etc.
Please Note:
Bike Papers and Helmet
Hat / Cap 01 nos.
Woolen cap / Balaclava 01 nos.
Warm Scarf, Pair of Woolen Gloves
Round neck T-shirts, min 03 nos.
Fleece Sweatshirt / Sweater min 01 nos.
Windproof Jacket 01 nos.
Leggings from a Track-suit, min 01pair, shorts,
Pair of sturdy sports shoes with rubber sole
Cotton Socks, Woolen Socks, min 03 pairs each
Thermal Inners, Lower & Upper, min 01 pair
Raincoat / Poncho 01 nos.
Full Body Towel 01 nos.
Torch with spare batteries, 01 set
Sunscreen lotion, min 30 SPF, Toiletries
Medicines as specified by doctor
Extra Pair of shoe laces
Sleeping Bag, Umbrella.
Camera, Cam charger, Mobile Charger.
Etc.
Please Note:
It is very important that you line the inside of your bags with a big polythene sheet. Doing so will ensure, that in the event of rain, even though your bag may get wet, your clothes will still remain dry!
Ø Registrations are done only by phone calls and will be confirmed only after the receipt of advance.
Ø Only 40 Seats
Ø Registrations will be on First come First served basis.
For more details and Registration, Please feel free to contact us on:
Nilesh Patil: 086555 88508 / 96199 90866
For more details and Registration, Please feel free to contact us on:
Nilesh Patil: 086555 88508 / 96199 90866
Vikramsingh: 99877 61562
Thanks & Regards,
Team- Trek Mates India.