did Lahul, Spiti, Jammu/Kashmir about 5 years ago twos-up on a 350 bullet. a wicked ride guys. if youve got the chance, do it !!!

Himalayan High Road Challenge- Ladakh India

Definitely interested if there are still places.

Helen

Hi Helen,

Have added you to my list, and will get back to you shortly...

Regards
NBrett

Gday there Motorcycle Adventure Riders.

Looking for willing participants, for an experience that will never been forgotten. I am starting up a new motorbike tour company called World On Wheels, and am looking for up to 10 people who would like to be guided on some of the most amazing roads in the world. The tour will last 21 days, and takes you through Northern India, into Ladakh on the highest motorable roads in the world.

Their would be no fees to you. You would pay your own way, all the way. I will guide you, as I have had many years experience in the region. All that I ask is that we can take some photo's of you for our brochure and website. We figure this is a good way to start for us, mainly to get feedback from you.
As I said before their would be no fees for you, and I have all the contacts to ensure that you have everything available to you for a cheap price.
My names Brett, and I'm from Tasmania, and my partner is Svieta, and she is from Russia.
So, what you think....
Would love to hear from you.....

OKAYED BY GRANT

To all adventure riders out there,

As I promised, I have finally put together an inaugural tour at cost. In the tour I have included everything from 4 star accommodation to luxury swiss style attached tents, in the desert. Also includes all food, fuel, support vehicles, mechanic, guide, videographer, all transfers ( train, bus, taxi ). I have had 2 nasty responses from 2 veteran members on this blog, telling me it is too expensive, that I told them it would be cheaper!! If you read my blog, I outlined an approximate cost, with the options that could be utilized. I had such a huge response with so many requests, so I decided to package it.

This initial tour is a genuinely cheap option for you. With no profit to me. I am more than happy to outline each and every cost for anyone that is not sure. Those that have already booked, congratulations you have made a smart and educated decision. Those of you that think it is too expensive. Do some research, and please do not compare with doing it yourself, and staying in standard accommodation etc. This is a tour, it will be run as such, professional, fun, challenging and affordable.

We still have a few spots left..... so jump in...

Regards
Brett

Woooh, am I one of the 'nasty veteran members'? Do I get castigated for asking questions?

Your original post outlined costs of $1200-1400, and the package you presented to us is for $2895. You say it's because you've changed your focus and decided to stay at up-market joints and add in extra expenses, but that's not what we signed up for. I think you may be misjudging the typical HUBB member--we're supposed to be adventure motorcyclists, not wannabe Ewan and Charley tourists staying in western-style accommodation.

I'm quite happy participating on the basis that you originally outlined.

Tim

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Hehe This is what I feared from the beginning and why I didn't sign up. Its going to be a tourist trip on motorcycles and not a motorcycle trip.

If a "genuinely cheap option " is 3000$ I don't want to know the price when you want to make a profit

If you really want to make a business, better learn how to treat customers and leave comments like this out "2 nasty responses from 2 veteran members "

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Hi there Paul,

Thank you very much for your kind words.

Here we have a person, myself, who is genuine, and with an intention of doing the right thing. I love India and have lived their for many years. Regardless of price, this trip is an adventure, an experience that is second to none. I have done this trip on the cheap, and I have done it at this standard. I am more than happy to organise a cheap tour. No mechanic, little spares, carry all the luggage, very basic rooms and tents, etc? I feel if you are not interested, then that is fine, don't come. But why the nasty words? I did not name anyone who was dissatisfied. I only pointed out that there were a few people who thought it was expensive. And I wanted to explain that for the type of trip it is, it is definately not.

People on the blog, including yourself kept on asking me what was included, itinerary, cost's etc. Of course as you set anything new up, things change.

Their are quite a lot of people who have booked on the first tour, who are happy with what they are going to get.

I do not even understand your stab at me.

This trip is an experience that will leave you very content.

The dream will continue, with the help of some very nice Hubbers who are very supportive. Thank you very much to all of them.

Hi again to the Horizon Hubbers,

I will elaborate some more on what we have to offer.

We still have 4 spots left, and I feel that a few comment's by some bloggers, have caused distress for myself, and also to many people that were genuinely interested in this journey.

The cost of a 21 day experience, with everything included is around $2890. It is top class hotels, and luxury swiss style tent's all the way. Which believe me, is a much needed oasis at the end of a long days ride. We have support vehicles with extra bike, mechanic, all spares, all fuel, transfers, train trip to Amritsar, Taj Mahal, all entrance fees and permits, a DVD of your experience, guides and more. Sure, if you did it by yourself it would be cheaper, absolutely. But for an experience such as this, it is damn cheap. Check out other companies who have been doing it for years ( $5000-$7000+).

Also let me emphasize that we consider this trip as a challenge. It is purely for adventure riders who are looking to explore areas and roads not frequented by other travelers, or travel companies.

Every person has a right to their opinion, but for anyone really interested in an adventure of a lifetime, well their couldn't be a better time.

Dreams can happen!!!!

Dear All,
I'd like to clarify that the WorldOnWheels user id in this thread has nothing to do with my company, Wow Bike Tours (World On Wheels:Home), advertising on Horizons Unlimited.

We, Wow Bike Tours, also use the tag-line "World On Wheels", but we're not organising the tour mentioned in this thread. We are organising similar tours to the Himalaya in 2010, but not this actual one. It's nothing to do with us.

Have a look at our website for more info and drop me a line if you're interested (info@wowbiketours.com) in joining us.

Apologies if I've over-stepped the forum guidlines on marketing.

Best wishes,

Chris.

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I'm out of here! - and I'm sorry I gave my contact details to 'Brett'

has anybody else checked out 'his' website - women on wheels!

maybe I'm just too cynical

drew

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At the same time, I'm not saying Brett's doing anything dodgy, having read the thread, his heart seems to be in the right place and I wish him all the best.


Chris

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Again to all the moral bikers in here,

Our website address is www. wowwheels.com.au

Chris, I want to thank you for your kind words. And hope to see you on the road somewhere.

I also want to thank the many members who have sent me emails of support. It shows me that I have made the right decision being here on this great website.

I would ask you all, like Chris has done, to go through the whole blog and see for yourself some of the members who have obviously got issues with somebody trying to live their dreams. To those individuals I say good luck with your own dreams, I hope they happen!!

Regards

Brett and Svieta

Hi Brett. When you cut and paste the website address you give above into a browser, it takes you to Women On Wheels, Australia as someone else has already said. That's not a good look mate, especially when you have people worrying about your authenticity.

Regards

Nigel in NZ

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I think it was a typo here's the right link Motorcycle Tours India > Home

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