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Legendary landmarks, secluded villages, every colour you can imagine (and then some) – Rajasthan is a place best viewed up-close. A great opportunity for active travellers to mix some exercise with their exploring, this 15-day journey across northwestern India will work out your shutter-finger as much as your calves. After soaking up the sights in bustling Delhi, you’ll bike to remote communities near scenic Jhadol, visit the famed "Pink City" of Jaipur, spot tigers in Ranthambore and, of course, get some face time with the Taj Mahal. Make your next adventure pedal-powered.
At a glance
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Your journey through
India
Day 1Arrival dayArrivalArrive in Delhi at any time. There are no planned activities, so check into to the hotel and enjoy the city.
Arrive in Delhi at any time. There are no planned activities, so check into to the hotel and enjoy the city.
Day 2Cycle in the southwest part of the city…DelhiIn the morning, get on a bike and cycle out southwest of Delhi to the village of Mehrauli. The journey here is the ideal way for us to begin our cycling adventure. In the afternoon, catch a flight across Rajasthan to the lakeside city of Udaipur. Upon arrival, enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore the city. There are plenty of options for free time. Journey out to the hilltop Monsoon Palace, a summer resort of the Maharajas, or join in at a cooking demonstration.
DelhiIn the morning, get on a bike and cycle out southwest of Delhi to the village of Mehrauli. The journey here is the ideal way for us to begin our cycling adventure. In the afternoon, catch a flight across Rajasthan to the lakeside city of Udaipur. Upon arrival, enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore the city. There are plenty of options for free time. Journey out to the hilltop Monsoon Palace, a summer resort of the Maharajas, or join in at a cooking demonstration.
Day 3Spend the day cycling along the scenic route to Jhadol
Spend the day cycling along the scenic route to Jhadol.
Day 4Transfer to Jodhpur with free time in the city this afternoonDrive to Jodpur. It's quite a long journey from Udaipur, but, upon arrival, the rest of the day is free to see what Jodpur has to offer. Take a short climb to the top of a 125m (410 ft) high hill on the outskirts of the city and arrive at the magnificent Mehrangarh Fort, one of the largest forts in India. Experience the famed gentle nature of the Jodhpur people firsthand as we wander in and around the Old City with its Clock Tower and Sadar Bazaar, one of the oldest markets in India.
Drive to Jodpur. It's quite a long journey from Udaipur, but, upon arrival, the rest of the day is free to see what Jodpur has to offer. Take a short climb to the top of a 125m (410 ft) high hill on the outskirts of the city and arrive at the magnificent Mehrangarh Fort, one of the largest forts in India. Experience the famed gentle nature of the Jodhpur people firsthand as we wander in and around the Old City with its Clock Tower and Sadar Bazaar, one of the oldest markets in India.
Day 5Cycle from Jodhpur out to the village…In the morning cycle into the countryside, visiting tribal hamlets of Bishnois and Prajapats. Later, head into our first rural stay of Chandelao Garh. Stroll in the village and its markets to get some local interaction.
In the morning cycle into the countryside, visiting tribal hamlets of Bishnois and Prajapats. Later, head into our first rural stay of Chandelao Garh. Stroll in the village and its markets to get some local interaction.
Day 6Drive to JaipurAfter breakfast, drive to the capital of the state of Rajasthan - Jaipur. Jaipur is the most colourful of the cities we visit. Known as the "Pink City" after the rusty colour that the walled city bears, Jaipur is a traveller's destination. With beautiful palaces, forts, gardens, temples, and unending market streets, it has a bit of everything that colourful Rajasthan has to offer. In the afternoon, relax, walk, or cycle around the city. Opt to stop at the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), the City Palace Museum, or Jantar Mantar Observatory in the walled city.
JaipurAfter breakfast, drive to the capital of the state of Rajasthan - Jaipur. Jaipur is the most colourful of the cities we visit. Known as the "Pink City" after the rusty colour that the walled city bears, Jaipur is a traveller's destination. With beautiful palaces, forts, gardens, temples, and unending market streets, it has a bit of everything that colourful Rajasthan has to offer. In the afternoon, relax, walk, or cycle around the city. Opt to stop at the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), the City Palace Museum, or Jantar Mantar Observatory in the walled city.
Day 7Cycle out to the Amber Fort from JaipurIn the morning, cycle out to the 15th century Amber Fort and Palace, which was once the capital of the region. Follow the main road, where we will come across all manner of traffic -- everything from cows to fully laden lorries may cross our path; best to be careful!
In the morning, cycle out to the 15th century Amber Fort and Palace, which was once the capital of the region. Follow the main road, where we will come across all manner of traffic -- everything from cows to fully laden lorries may cross our path; best to be careful!
Day 8Cycle to Sawarda villageEnjoy a second visit to the rural countryside of Rajasthan. It's a long day's ride, so make sure you have packed a lot of water. Ride out of Jaipur to the village of Sawarda.
Cycle to Sawarda villageEnjoy a second visit to the rural countryside of Rajasthan. It's a long day's ride, so make sure you have packed a lot of water. Ride out of Jaipur to the village of Sawarda.
Day 9Continue the village tour and cycle through Tordi GarhWe continue on through the desert cycling between villages along our cycling journey. Heading northwards, ride to Tordi Garh, a small, remote village and stay in a 150-year-old residence of former nobles. The present family runs it as a heritage home. After cycling here, walk around this small area, populated by just 2,000 people. In the evening, go to the dunes and watch the sun set over the wilderness.
We continue on through the desert cycling between villages along our cycling journey. Heading northwards, ride to Tordi Garh, a small, remote village and stay in a 150-year-old residence of former nobles. The present family runs it as a heritage home. After cycling here, walk around this small area, populated by just 2,000 people. In the evening, go to the dunes and watch the sun set over the wilderness.
Day 10Cycle and drive along the highway to RanthamboreTravel on to Ranthambore National Park, one of the original Project Tiger Reserves. Travel through the park with its lakes, scrubland, and ruined palaces, as well as abundant wildlife including deer, birds, and monkeys. If we are lucky, we may even see one of the resident tigers.
Travel on to Ranthambore National Park, one of the original Project Tiger Reserves. Travel through the park with its lakes, scrubland, and ruined palaces, as well as abundant wildlife including deer, birds, and monkeys. If we are lucky, we may even see one of the resident tigers.
Day 11Enjoy a wildlife safari drive and visit Ranthambore Fort by jeep
Enjoy a wildlife safari drive and visit Ranthambore Fort by jeep.
Day 12Cycle to the holy city of KarauliHead back on the bike and cycle from Ranthambore to the city of Karauli. Upon arrival, will see the red stone ramparts surrounding the walled city, with bastions for security.
Head back on the bike and cycle from Ranthambore to the city of Karauli. Upon arrival, will see the red stone ramparts surrounding the walled city, with bastions for security.
Day 13Transfer to Agra and visit the world famous Agra Fort
Transfer to Agra and visit the world famous Agra Fort.
Day 14Watch the sunrise at the Taj Mahal. Transfer to Delhi
Taj MahalWatch the sunrise at the Taj Mahal. Transfer to Delhi.
Day 15Departure dayDepartureDepart at any time.
Depart at any time.
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