2023 Royal Enfield Himalayan Odyssey Begins In Delhi - 19th Edition

Royal Enfield Himalayan Odyssey, 19th edition, a thrilling motorcycle adventure, began its incredible 18-day journey through the majestic Himalayas. With 75 riders from around the world, the expedition covers 3,050 kilometres of breathtaking landscapes and challenging terrains in northern India. The highlight of the trip is reaching Umling La, the world's highest motorable pass at 19,024 feet. To learn more about this 18-day adventure, continue reading to discover the details of this thrilling journey. Meanwhile, you can join our 91Wheels Whatsapp Group for all of such latest updates from the automotive industry.

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Royal Enfield Himalayan Odyssey: Ride Route

The riders will follow a meticulously planned route that promises awe-inspiring landscapes and challenging terrains. Here is a glimpse of their journey:

No.	Date	Start	Destination	Kms
1	14/07	New Delhi	-
2	15/07	New Delhi	-
3	16/07	New Delhi	Chandigarh	270
4	17/07	Chandigarh	Jammu	260
5	18/07	Jammu	Srinagar	310
6	19/07	Srinagar	Kargil	202
7	20/07	Kargil	Leh	210
8	21/07	Leh	-
9	22/07	Leh	Hanle	260
10	23/07	Hanle	Umling La - Hanle	200
11	24/07	Hanle	Pangong Tso	188
12	25/07	Pangong Tso	Nubra	220
13	26/07	Nubra	Leh	160
14	27/07	Leh	-
15	28/07	Leh	Sarchu	250
16	29/07	Sarchu	Manali	180
17	30/07	Manali	Chandigarh	300
18	31/07	Chandigarh	Check-out	-

In this thrilling adventure, riders will conquer challenging terrains and mountain passes. They will pay tribute to the brave martyrs at the Kargil War Memorial in Dras. Exploring from Leh, they will discover the stunning Pangong Tso and Nubra Valley before tackling the rugged Sarchu route. The journey concludes in Chandigarh.

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The 19th Himalayan Odyssey has attracted participants worldwide, including countries like the Netherlands and Singapore. Riders from different cities in India, such as Madurai, Kasargod, and Srivilliputhur, have also joined this epic adventure. This diverse group has come together not only to experience the thrill of riding through Ladakh but also to promote responsible and eco-friendly tourism.

Royal Enfield emphasizes responsible travel to protect the Himalayan ecosystem. Previous editions focused on reducing single-use plastic bottles by providing water filtration units. Filtration units were placed at Keylong and Leh service centres and camps in Nubra, Debring, and Sarchu. This year's "Leave Every Place Better" initiative aims to raise awareness and promote sustainable travel practices among riders.

Company Statement:

Mr Guleria highlighted that the Himalayan Odyssey attracts numerous participants each year, enabling them to explore Ladakh while promoting environmental consciousness. He added, "This year, we will continue our efforts to preserve and sustain the delicate Himalayan environment by inculcating the adoption of sustainable travel practices within the riding community."

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