Cycle Rajasthan

The adventure

The northern province of Rajasthan is awash with all the colours of India, and the best way to immerse yourself in local life is of course on two wheels. Over 15 days, you’ll explore Delhi’s wonders, wander the streets of Jaipur (the Pink City), cycle to the holy lake of Pushkar where pilgrims cleanse their sins, and the White City of Udaipur, known as the ‘Venice of the East’. Ride through the Chittorgarh countryside, stay in a 16th-century castle, search for tigers in the Ranthambhore National Park, catch some rest in a 400-year-old first and then set your sights on the Taj Mahal in Agra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. With plenty of opportunity to meet locals, sip on chai and feast on the delicious local cuisine – you'll fall even harder for India’s allure.

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15-day itinerary

Day 1DelhiNamaste! Welcome to India. Your adventure begins in Delhi with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. If you arrive early, there are plenty of things to see and do –maybe visit the World Heritage-listed Humayun's Tomb or the 12th-century Qutub Minar. As the former residence of royal families and British soldiers, the Red Fort plays a vital part in Delhi’s history and is must-see when you’re here. You could also book an Urban Adventure to see Delhi through the eyes of a local. After you meet your fellow travellers and trip leader, you’ll meet your cycling crew and get fitted out for your bike – then, you have free time to grab an optional group dinner and get to know each other a little better.

Delhi

Namaste! Welcome to India. Your adventure begins in Delhi with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. If you arrive early, there are plenty of things to see and do –maybe visit the World Heritage-listed Humayun's Tomb or the 12th-century Qutub Minar. As the former residence of royal families and British soldiers, the Red Fort plays a vital part in Delhi’s history and is must-see when you’re here. You could also book an Urban Adventure to see Delhi through the eyes of a local. After you meet your fellow travellers and trip leader, you’ll meet your cycling crew and get fitted out for your bike – then, you have free time to grab an optional group dinner and get to know each other a little better.

Day 2JaipurToday starts on the bike with an early morning warm-up ride. For the rest of the day, you’ll take a tour through the main sights of Delhi in a private vehicle. Explore 2000-year-old Old Delhi and visit the Jama Masjid – Delhi's oldest and India’s largest mosque. Then, head to the Sikh temple of Sheeshganj Gurudwara and India Gate – the latter commemorating soldiers who lost their lives fighting for the British Indian Army in World War I. In the late afternoon, take a train journey to Jaipur – the ‘Pink City’ and the capital of Rajasthan. Tonight, you’re free to find a good spot to feast on the delicious local cuisine – your leader will know all the best spots!

Jaipur

Today starts on the bike with an early morning warm-up ride. For the rest of the day, you’ll take a tour through the main sights of Delhi in a private vehicle. Explore 2000-year-old Old Delhi and visit the Jama Masjid – Delhi's oldest and India’s largest mosque. Then, head to the Sikh temple of Sheeshganj Gurudwara and India Gate – the latter commemorating soldiers who lost their lives fighting for the British Indian Army in World War I. In the late afternoon, take a train journey to Jaipur – the ‘Pink City’ and the capital of Rajasthan. Tonight, you’re free to find a good spot to feast on the delicious local cuisine – your leader will know all the best spots!

Day 3JaipurThis morning, explore the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur by private vehicle and on foot. Visit the Amber Fort – set atop a hill that overlooks Maota Lake, the fort is a gorgeous example of Rajput architecture. Entering the Sheesh Mahal (Hall of Mirrors) is a particularly memorable experience. You’ll also have the option to visit Jaipur's Royal City Palace and/or one of the five astronomical observatories built by the founder – Jaipur Maharaja Jai Singh. At the end of the day, you might like to sit back in the iconic Raj Mandir Cinema and enjoy a Bollywood blockbuster.

Jaipur

This morning, explore the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur by private vehicle and on foot. Visit the Amber Fort – set atop a hill that overlooks Maota Lake, the fort is a gorgeous example of Rajput architecture. Entering the Sheesh Mahal (Hall of Mirrors) is a particularly memorable experience. You’ll also have the option to visit Jaipur's Royal City Palace and/or one of the five astronomical observatories built by the founder – Jaipur Maharaja Jai Singh. At the end of the day, you might like to sit back in the iconic Raj Mandir Cinema and enjoy a Bollywood blockbuster.

Day 4PushkarDepart Jaipur after breakfast and after a short drive to beat the traffic mount your bike for a ride from the town of Naraiana. On the way, you’ll pass several forts and make a few stops for photo ops. When you arrive, you’ll drive the last leg to the sacred city of Pushkar. Tonight, head out on a guided walk around the town. Pass the holy Pushkar Lake, where pilgrims come to cleanse themselves of sins and disease by bathing along the lake’s 52 ghats. As the most important temple of its kind, a visit to Brahma Mandir is also a must – this is one of India’s few temples dedicated to the Hindu creator Brahma. The main street of the town is a bustling tourist market and in your free time, you might like to take a stroll around or hunt for a few souvenirs to take home.

Pushkar

Depart Jaipur after breakfast and after a short drive to beat the traffic mount your bike for a ride from the town of Naraiana. On the way, you’ll pass several forts and make a few stops for photo ops. When you arrive, you’ll drive the last leg to the sacred city of Pushkar. Tonight, head out on a guided walk around the town. Pass the holy Pushkar Lake, where pilgrims come to cleanse themselves of sins and disease by bathing along the lake’s 52 ghats. As the most important temple of its kind, a visit to Brahma Mandir is also a must – this is one of India’s few temples dedicated to the Hindu creator Brahma. The main street of the town is a bustling tourist market and in your free time, you might like to take a stroll around or hunt for a few souvenirs to take home.

Day 5UdaipurSpend the day cycling half the way to the ‘White City’ of Udaipur.You’ll ride on small, quiet roads that roll through red soil, fields and small farms, stopping in Beawar. Hop in the support vehicle for the rest of the journey. Known as the ‘Venice of the East’, Udaipur is often regarded as the most romantic city in India. Set amid the Aravalli Hills, the city curls around Lake Pichola, the two palaces of Jag Mandir and Jag Nivas rising out of the water in their own reflections. When you arrive, soak away the days activities and rest at your accommodation.

Udaipur

Spend the day cycling half the way to the ‘White City’ of Udaipur.You’ll ride on small, quiet roads that roll through red soil, fields and small farms, stopping in Beawar. Hop in the support vehicle for the rest of the journey. Known as the ‘Venice of the East’, Udaipur is often regarded as the most romantic city in India. Set amid the Aravalli Hills, the city curls around Lake Pichola, the two palaces of Jag Mandir and Jag Nivas rising out of the water in their own reflections. When you arrive, soak away the days activities and rest at your accommodation.

Day 6UdaipurSpend the day touring the sights of Udaipur with the group today. You’ll wind through narrow streets to the City Palace complex on the banks of Lake Pichola, which is the largest palace in Rajasthan. Pop into the impressive Jagdish Temple, dedicated to the Lord Vishnu. If time permits, maybe visit the rose gardens of the Gulab Bagh, take a boat trip across Lake Pichola or participate in a Sitar lesson.

Udaipur

Spend the day touring the sights of Udaipur with the group today. You’ll wind through narrow streets to the City Palace complex on the banks of Lake Pichola, which is the largest palace in Rajasthan. Pop into the impressive Jagdish Temple, dedicated to the Lord Vishnu. If time permits, maybe visit the rose gardens of the Gulab Bagh, take a boat trip across Lake Pichola or participate in a Sitar lesson.

Day 7PangarhStart your day with a bike ride through the Chittorgarh countryside, before boarding the support vehicle for the last stretch to Chittaurgarh. When you arrive, you’ll climb back on the bikes and cycle through the hills towards Bijaipur. From here, you’ll avoid the main highway and head south to Pangarh Lake. Tonight, your group will spend the night in a comfortable permanent tent camp. When you arrive, unwind with a steaming cup of chai tea and watch the sunset over the lake and the serene Vindhya Range. Soak up the views of the 15th-century Pangarh Fort in the distance, perched on the hill to the north and swap stories with your fellow travellers.

Pangarh

Start your day with a bike ride through the Chittorgarh countryside, before boarding the support vehicle for the last stretch to Chittaurgarh. When you arrive, you’ll climb back on the bikes and cycle through the hills towards Bijaipur. From here, you’ll avoid the main highway and head south to Pangarh Lake. Tonight, your group will spend the night in a comfortable permanent tent camp. When you arrive, unwind with a steaming cup of chai tea and watch the sunset over the lake and the serene Vindhya Range. Soak up the views of the 15th-century Pangarh Fort in the distance, perched on the hill to the north and swap stories with your fellow travellers.

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