The eleventh Raid de Himalaya rally, the toughest automotive event in India and one of the most grueling events in the world, will kick off on the 7th of October, 2009. This time, the rally is also said to be the highest altitude event ever and will pass through one of the most isolated and extreme terrains in Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir.
The route will start from Shimla, passing through Manali, heading to Leh before a detour to the Spiti Valley. The rally will also see motorcyclists slogging it out in the remote areas of Rangdum and Padum before finishing at Leh on the 12th of October. However, given the extreme nature of the event and the unforgiving weather conditions, the route and the schedule might witness a change in case of heavy snowfall. The last date for entries is 21st September, 2009, however, it will attract late fee charges bumping up the total entry fee (for non-sponsored riders) to Rs 19,500. Confirming your participation by 31st August will help you save Rs 4,500.
For more information, log onto www.raid-de-himalaya.com