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"Roof of the World, Land of Snows or Shangrila"
- however you describe the Buddhist Kingdom of Tibet it
has always held the outsiders fascination. Locked away deep
in the mighty Himalayas it offers fabulous monasteries,
stunning views of the worlds highest mountains including Mt Everest and follows
the old pilgrimage route overland from Nepal.
As the tour starts and finishes in Nepal.......this provides an opportunity to combine the Tibet tour with our Nepal, Bhutan or Rajasthan Classic motor bike tours.
Bhutan or "Land of the Thunder Dragon" is nestled
on the slopes of the eastern Himalayas and is the only surviving
Buddhist kingdom in the Himalayan region. It is a small
country, surrounded by Tibet and India, with a population
of just over one million. Remaining untouched by foreign
influences, until it was opened to the outside world in
the 1960's, has allowed its traditional culture, dress,
religion and way of life to remain unspoilt. Its stunning
natural scenery, vibrant culture, mystical religion and
charming people, makes Bhutan a truly exceptional place
to visit.
Nepal is a country of vivid contrasts,
from tropical plains and ice capped mountain peaks, to fertile
valleys and rushing streams, colourful festivals and tranquil
meditation. A great ride along paved roads, with some optional
trekking or white water rafting, plus friendly and happy locals,
plenty of shopping and a nice relaxed atmosphere, makes this
a great trip.
Ride the Enfield Bullet through the mighty
Himalayan mountains of India, and take in all the sights
that this unique part of India has to offer. The Himalayas
extend from Myanmar (Burma) in the east, to Pakistan in
the west and contain some of the most diverse scenery, cultures
and religions found anywhere in the world.
Ride the Royal Enfield Bullet along the world's
highest motorable roads to Leh located high on the Tibetan
Plateau. This "Roof of the World" region, known
as Ladakh, provides a rich variety of experiences, stunning
scenery, remote monasteries and a wonderful variety of people
- Tibetan, Indian, Nepalese, local ethnic tribes and nomadic
leaders.
Rajasthan is a semi desert state, situated west of New
Delhi and extending across to the Pakistan border. Its population
is made up of the very colourful and friendly Rajputs, whose
ancestors were proud warriors, renowned for their magnificent
and often invincible fortresses, which also contain elaborate
palaces within. Its a colourful, vibrant part of India,
with a great diversity in people and scenery.
Bali is much more than just sun, surf and
shopping. It has a rich culture with fine temples, magnificent
scenery, active volcanoes, crater lakes, hot thermal springs,
mountains, lush tropical forests, rice paddies plus a warm,
friendly people, making Bali an ideal place to visit.
This trip allows plenty of time to enjoy the
sun, surf and shopping, but also takes in all the sights
that this magical island has. There is a good network of
paved roads with little traffic, making Bali an ideal place
to have a relaxing holiday and a great ride as well.
Vietnam is one of the last unexplored destinations in Asia.
It is a country of outstanding beauty, rich traditions and
culture, and its people have great warmth, courage and resilience.
It’s a land of contrasts, from its mist covered mountains
and rice fields; to sandy beaches; from ancient temples
and pagodas, through to French and traditional architecture.
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