Royal Enfield Himalayan Odyssey kicks off from New Delhi: Ride to Umling La

Shakti Nath Jha Jul 18, 2023

The 19th edition of the Royal Enfield Himalayan has kicked off from Delhi.

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Over 75 motorcyclists will ride to reach Umling La - the highest motorable pass in the world.

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The participants for the Himalayan Odyssey 2023 congregated not just from India but even foreign countries like Netherlands and Singapore.

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Traversing through some of the roughest terrains & highest mountain passes in the world, it will continue to promote the concept of responsible motorcycling.

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The contingent will follow the Jammu-Srinagar route and make a stop at the Kargil War memorial. They will then move towards Leh & ride to Umling La.

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It will traverse towards the picturesque landscape of Pangong Tso and Nubra to reach Manali and end the ride at Chandigarh: An adventure of a lifetime.

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