It’s our final day on the road. We woke in Trashiyangtse to the sound of rain thrumming against the windows, the sky heavy with grey, the air cold enough to numb fingertips. Tarique’s back on the bike for a final ride, but two fresh cases of ‘internal unrest’ mean the backup vehicle has hit maximum…
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Yadi Bends and Beyond. Trashiyangtse Bhutan
It’s Day 8 of our ride and we leave Wangchuk Hotel in Mongar at around 8:30 a.m., engines humming in the icy hush of morning. The sky was a pale pewter and the air had that bite only high altitudes can deliver—sharp, invigorating, and strangely comforting. Tarique, still not fit to ride but visibly better,…
Where Rivers Meet and Legends Rise. Punakha Bhutan
The day began strong. We rode out of Thimphu under a pale blue sky — the kind that makes the world feel fresh and full of promise. The early morning chill clung to our jackets, my new jacket, as we cruised out of the city. Traffic was minimal — if you can call a few silent, well-behaved…
A Cold Ride Through History and Nature. Chang La Pass Ladakh
It’s an early morning wake-up call for us as we reluctantly roll out of bed for day six, and the last day of our amazing ride. The thermometer shows a biting 1°C outside. A hot mug of coffee brings some life back into my cold body and the others too are grateful for the hot…
Rare Sightings in Remote Surroundings. Pangong Ladakh
It’s day 5 of our amazing journey and so far the daily dose of Diamox (to help with altitude sickness) has sustained us. A little nip of the Old Monk every night seems to also help! Today we decamp and move onwards and upwards to Pangong which is at an altitude of 4,225m (13,860ft). Leaving…
Riding to the End of the Road. Turtuk Ladakh
Day five dawns cold and bright and the morning sun peeks over the mountains towering above the Paramount Camp as we gear up for another adventure. Today, we ride from Hunder in the Nubra Valley to Turtuk, a village nestled between the Karakoram Range and the Himalayas. While the rest of our group rests, three…
Off to Khardung La Pass: A Thrill-Seeker’s Paradise. Ladakh, India
This is day 04 for us. The journey from Leh to Khardung La Pass is not just a trip; it’s an adventure that promises a blend of thrill, natural beauty, and a touch of the extraordinary. Known as the world’s highest motorable road, this route from Leh spans 40 kilometers of dusty, rugged terrain, challenging…
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