Road to London 2018

After the tremendous success of our epic  Road To London 2017 journey, the launch of Road To London 2018 has taken place due to popular demand. On this overwhelmingdrive, you will cross multiple international borders every few days. You will take off-beaten tracks, dirt roads, mountain passes and the smooth tarmacs of expressways. You will have breakfast in one country and dinner in another. You can experience varying cultures and languages within a just few miles. You will drive through the 46 Iron Bridges in Myanmar, meet Giant Pandas in China and drive the ancient Silk Route throughout Central Asia. You will become the rarest of travellers to enter Russia by road and stand at the Red Square in Moscow. The charming city of Vilnius, the thrill of driving on the smooth Autobahns of Germany and the taste of Belgian waffles await you. Feel like a champion when you cross the finish line in London as travellers like you are what legends are made of.

HIGHLIGHTS

Distance Covered: 16,000 Kms

Date: 15th April 2018 – 2nd June 2018

Duration: 48 Nights / 49 Days

Terrains: Mountains, Deserts, Forests, Highways and City Driving

Countries: India, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos,
China, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan,
Russia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Czech
Republic, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, United Kingdom

Time Zones: 8

Cost: INR 20 Lakh Per Person

WEEK 01

India, Myanmar.

Sit behind the wheel of your car and start driving towards the Tamu – Moreh border, before you cross into Myanmar. Enter a world that is unexplored and visit a country that was closed to foreigners for a long time.

Once you cross the border and enter Myanmar, get ready to encounter some dust as you see the 46 iron bridges all within a distance of 100 km on the road to Kale. Go for a temple run in the city of Bagan, dotted with 4456 pagodas. Keep driving and join a rare group of travellers by entering China by road.

WEEK 02

Thailand, Laos, China

Drive through the off-beaten tracks in  China. Discover villages and towns that may not be found even on maps. Feel like Columbus on this road as you re-discover all that you thought you knew of this great  empire. Witness the beautiful landscapes,mountain ranges, lakes, and monasteries as you reach the largest stone Buddha in the world.

If you’re a wildlife enthusiast, then mingle with the endangered Red Pandas, all in their natural habitat at Chengdu, one of the most important cities of China.

WEEK 03

China

Visit the Iconic Great Wall of China. The first and the greatest pass under heaven, Jiayu Pass, is the key waypoint to the ancient Silk Road.Along this prominent route, you will reach the caves of the thousand Buddhas in Mogao, which is also home to multiple manuscripts and relics of the ancient Oriental culture. Continue driving westwards through the rugged  mountains, gorgeous landscapes and remote terrains of China. Cherish every minute of your time here, because you are one of those rare travellers who will be taking the road less travelled .

WEEK 04

Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

Cross the border and enter Kyrgyzstan in Central Asia along the Silk Road, the ancient trade route between China and the Mediterranean. Geographically isolated by its high mountainous terrain, it is mystical and exotic with its busy bazaars in the millennia old city of Osh. The scenery on the route from Sary Tash is just spectacular and undoubtedly one of the most beautiful sights of the entire journey.

Expect snow, high altitudes, basic facilities and almost no civilization for hours and hours. Eat a raw leg of lamb, take rest in local yurts and explore the unique culture of the Kyrgyz people. Continue driving west and enter Uzbekistan where you can spend some time along the city of Tashkent, in its emerald green parks, gardens and crystal imbued fountains. This elegant city is an amalgamation of the medieval Oriental architecture and modern skyscrapers.

WEEK 05

Kazakhstan, Russia.

By now you may be familiar with Central Asia and border crossings. But, be prepared for a surprise as you cross the border and enter Kazakhstan, the ninth largest country in the world. Get captivated by the sheer vastness of the lake dotted steppes in this Goliath state and drive through the long stretches of lonely deserts with terrains that are bare and eroded for miles on end.

You will have horses for company in Kyrgyzstan. Now get ready to have camels for company. Prepare yourself for some tough and terrific driving between the stretches of Aralsk, Aktobe and Samara. Don’t miss out on a bowl of horse milk and camel milk during the journey.

The next stop is Russia. Reach the nation that has overwhelmed the imagination of the world for centuries with its traumatic and volatile history. Be careful while driving on the highways especially when you see the highway police who are always looking to penalize foreign vehicles for traffic violations. Drive through the vast stretches of Russia and reach Moscow, the world famous capital. Be awed by Moscow as you find yourself standing at the Red Square, staring at the mind boggling architecture of St Basil’s Cathedral. This city is sure to delight you with its huge parks, cycling tracks and heritage sites. Try not to be surprised if you run into beaming brides and grooms, on these sites, while they visit to pay their respects as per Russia’s unique tradition!

 WEEK 06 – 07

Russia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Czech
Republic, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France & London

Cover ten countries in just 14 days. Does a road trip get any better than this? In the last two weeks, you will literally have breakfast in one country, lunch in the second and dinner in the third. Brace yourself for a roller coaster ride in which you will be in the driving seat. After crossing the world’s largest country, Russia, get ready to drive through the border of Latvia. You will now enter the Schengen area where you can drive through the smooth tarmacs of the legendary German autobahns. Explore the quirky capital of Lithuania and take in the lights, strolling musicians, and the old-world charm of Prague. Start your day with a hearty breakfast in Czech Republic, enjoy your lunch in Germany, evening tea in Netherlands, and dinner at Belgium. Zip through France and Brussels as you give yourself a pat on the back before you cross the English Channel and reach the city of dreams, London.

TOUR INCLUSIONS

All Hotel stays on twin sharing basis
All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
Route Planning and Research
Activities to make the experience truly memorable
Local guidance and support from experts
All inner line permits for restricted areas
Limited stock of chocolates, snacks, water and soft beverages for every vehicle
All Permits & permissions according to the norms & regulations applicable in all countries en route
All Visas and Visa Fees
Carnet de Passage for your vehicle
Border crossing assistance
Lead vehicle in local countries wherever mandatory
All local permits, government permits, ministry approvals, custom and immigration clearance
Adventures Overland merchandise.
Back up team with a crew vehicle equipped with GPS, oxygen cylinders, emergency food supplies and first aid kits
Road books, maps and wireless radio sets for every vehicle

TOUR EXCLUSIONS

Vehicle
Your own international or domestic passenger flights
Meals and drinks not mentioned
Fuel
Alcoholic beverages
Insurance and documentation costs such as travel insurance
Vehicle servicing, repairs, traffic fines or parking penalties
Any cost arising out of unforeseen circumstances like ill- health, vehicle breakdown or repairs, damage accruing  from land blocks, bad weather etc.
Additional accommodation charges due to unforeseen delays in the journey.
Any Medical expenses incurred during the trip
Any charges for carrying video camera or still camera
Any hotel, subsistence or other costs incurred prior to the official start date of an expedition and after official end date of the expedition
Vehicle shipment from UK to India
Return ticket from UK to India

source: adventuresoverland