Your itinerary
Day 1
Adventure starts in Delhi
Begin your adventure in pulsating Delhi. It’s a city split in two, with historic Old Delhi in the north and the nation’s capital, New Delhi, in the south.Around 6pm, say namaste to your tour leader and fellow travellers, when we gather as a group for the first time to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead.Your tour leader then ensures a big welcome by arranging a group dinner.Want more time in Delhi? Secure pre-tour hotel nights through your sales representative
Meals: Dinner
Day 2
Ride the rails to Ajmer • To Pushkar • Visit Brahma Temple
We’re off to New Delhi Railway Station, where we catch the 6.10am Shatabdi Express train to Ajmer, arriving early afternoon. The route passes through towns and open fields, and our tour leader provides us with snacks and refreshments along the way.Upon arrival, we transfer (30 minutes) to our Pushkar hotel. After check-in, we set up our bikes and take a short orientation ride, cycling through peaceful countryside and flower farms. Along the way, gain insight into local agricultural practices and visit community-led gooseberry (amla) orchards, where we can interact with farmers and learn about their traditional cultivation methods.In the evening, we walk around Brahma Temple, among the very few temples dedicated to Lord Brahma, then explore Pushkar Bazaar, where our tour leader leads us through the lively narrow lanes and introduces us to the vendors.We stay tonight in a grand heritage-style property, designed to reflect the elegance of 19th-century Rajasthani palaces and regarded as one of the best hotels in Pushkar.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3
Pedal into rural Rajasthan • Relax like a royal in a former palace
Our cycling begins properly today as we ride out of Pushkar and into the Rajasthan countryside. Dry riverbeds, fields and village roads set the tone for the days ahead, giving us an early feel for life beyond the cities.
Later, we pass through an ancient bazaar, offering a rare glimpse into traditional trading life – reminiscent of Old Delhi, but on a much smaller, more intimate scale.
Reaching the historic village of Roopangarh, we settle into our hotel: Roopangarh Fort, an elaborate fortress constructed in 1648 for the Maharaja Roop Singh of Kishangarh.
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Day 4
Cycle to Jobner • To Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan
We’re back on our bikes, continuing through rural Rajasthan to the town of Jobner on village roads and dirt tracks.
Our first stop is a family home, where we take a tea break and enjoy a warm interaction with the household.
Later, we visit Sambhar Lake, the largest inland saltwater lake in India. The landscape is vast and open, with seasonal water bodies and small irrigation tanks (talabs). We cycle along parts of the lake, taking in this striking environment.
Finishing our ride, we transfer (1hr 30min) to Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. The contrast is immediate: after quiet roads and open countryside, we arrive in one of India’s most carefully planned historic cities.
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch
Day 5
Explore Jaipur as it begins to wake • Marvel at Amer Fort • Dive deep into the bazaars
Start early to explore the Pink City as it wakes: expect morning temple visits, shops opening, and daily life beginning. Our ride takes us through the flower and produce markets and to Govind Dev Ji Temple, one of the most important Krishna temples in the city.
Returning to the hotel for breakfast, we then transfer to Amer Fort to explore the glorious blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture found at the 16th-century hilltop stronghold. After, we head into Jaipur’s bazaars, where our tour leader helps cut through the noise and shows us how each bazaar specialises in a different industry.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6
Ride via Ramgarh Dam • To the ancient city of Dausa
Today’s route leads us through farming villages and open countryside to Ramgarh Dam, a human-made reservoir that once acted as a major water source for Jaipur.
After, we stop to explore the historic Hindu temple of Jamwai Mata Mandir, before finishing outside the ancient city of Dausa – named after the Sanskrit word dhau-sa, meaning beautiful like heaven.
We then transfer (45 minutes) to our accommodation for the night, a heritage hotel whose foundations stretch back to the 11th century.
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch
Day 7
Push on to Talabgaon Castle
Today is one of our longest rides of the trip, but one that takes us through hamlets, farmland and small settlements. We visit the Ram Janaki Temple, a peaceful, photogenic stop where we can explore and take pictures.
The landscape changes gradually as we make our way to our accommodation for the night: Talabgaon Castle, a beautifully restored 200-year-old fort.
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch
Day 8
Ride to Khirini village • Tiger safari in Ranthambore National Park
Bid farewell to our fort-hotel and continue pedalling through the countryside. Our ride takes us to Khirini village, passing through quiet rural roads where we can see everyday life – homes with livestock, farmers at work, and local people going about their daily routines.
We stop for lunch before transferring (45 minutes) to our hotel in Ranthambore, where our transport is waiting to take us for an afternoon safari in search of Bengal tigers.
There are at least 70 tigers in the national park, meaning a relatively high density and a better chance of spotting them.
We take a shared ride in a purpose-built safari vehicle, known as a canter, and are accompanied by a forest guard – a skilled tracker who greatly enhances the wildlife viewing with their keen eye and knowledge of tiger behaviour.
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch
Day 9
Ride to Karauli
Leaving the hotel, we ride along the outskirts of the national park, keeping our eye out for wildlife in the distance. Today’s route offers a rewarding mix of nature, rural life, and heritage, as we cycle through countryside and traditional villages.Along the way, glimpse into everyday life in rural Rajasthan, passing mud-brick houses, women dressed in vibrant ghagra, and traditional wells and hand pumps still in use. As we approach the Chambal River region, we may spot reptiles such as gharials and mugger crocodiles, with time to pause for photos.Our journey ends in the historic city of Karauli. If time allows this evening, your tour leader can take you to explore some of the highlights, including the 14th-century City Palace, set among winding streets filled with shops selling lacquer bangles and local handicrafts.Rest tonight at a charming heritage hotel set within peaceful gardens, offering warm hospitality, and a glimpse into Karauli’s royal past.
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch
Day 10
Cycle to Bari • To Agra
We spend our final cycling day moving through rural landscapes to the city of Bari, riding out of town with views of Karauli Fort, which sits high on a hill.
This day offers excellent village riding, passing through quiet rural roads where we can observe everyday life.
Upon arrival in Bari, we transfer (two hours) to Agra, home of the Taj Mahal.
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch
Day 11
Visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise • Return to Delhi
This morning is one to remember! Wake early to visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise, when the white-marble exterior is illuminated by the soft early light, the crowds are smaller and the birds chatter among themselves.
After admiring it from the outside and enjoying a deep dive into this New World Wonder from our tour leader, we head inside, with a chance to explore the beautiful inner chambers and mausoleum.
After we’ve fully soaked in the magnificence of the Taj Mahal, we transfer (four hours) back to Delhi, where our groups typically enjoy a final group dinner together – a chance to relive the moments we’ve shared.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 12
Adventure ends in Delhi
You’ve ridden through the Rajasthan countryside, tracked tigers in Ranthambore and stood before the Taj Mahal at sunrise, but now it’s time to begin your return journey home.
Alternatively, if you’d like to extend your adventure, speak to your sales representative to discuss our large range of extension options.
Meals: Breakfast
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Food
Allow at least 1,400-2,400 rupees (US$20-US$35) per day for lunches and dinners not included.
In most towns, there is a good selection of restaurants and a choice between Indian and Western cuisines. If you are vegetarian, India is probably one of the best destinations to travel to with a wide range of dishes on offer. Tea and soft drinks are very cheap. A large bottle of beer is approximately 330 rupees (US$4). Mineral water is widely available.
Pushkar Countryside Orientation Ride & Amla Orchard Visit
Set up your bike and roll out on quiet farm lanes around Pushkar, pedalling past marigold fields and rural hamlets as camel carts creak by. Cycle quiet village roads to community-led gooseberry groves and visit amla orchards, chatting with farmers about cultivation, harvests, and uses in local pickles and tonics.
Absorb the rhythms of countryside life—mud-plastered homes, temple bells, and the scent of woodsmoke. This gentle ride offers a personable window into Rajasthan’s agricultural traditions, typically early in the tour.
Evening Walk at Brahma Temple & Pushkar Bazaar
Visit Brahma Temple, among the few shrines dedicated to the Creator in Hindu tradition, and walk the ghats of sacred Pushkar Lake as dusk settles. Incense curls through the air, conch shells sound, and pilgrims circle the sanctum in soft candlelight.
With your leader, explore Pushkar Bazaar—a maze of lanes trading silver jewellery, embroidered textiles, and rose-infused sweets. Pause to absorb the temple bells and murmured prayers that infuse this desert pilgrimage town with a meditative calm.
Rural Rajasthan Backroads Ride to Roopangarh
Cycle Rajasthan’s backroads across dry riverbeds and through farming settlements, where buffalo amble and schoolchildren wave. Pedal village lanes lined with painted doorways and grain courtyards, gaining a grounded sense of everyday desert life far from the main highways.
This immersive ride reveals the textures of the heartland—rust-red earth, thorn scrub, and distant hillocks—before reaching the historic environs of Roopangarh, once a strategic stronghold on regional trade routes.
Heritage Stay at Roopangarh Fort
Stay within the walls of Roopangarh Fort, a 17th-century citadel commanding sweeping views over the plains. Rest in atmospheric rooms with carved details, then step onto terraces and quiet courtyards where dusk colours the ramparts in warm sandstone tones.
Built in 1648 for Maharaja Roop Singh of Kishangarh, this historic stronghold evokes caravan trade days and princely intrigues. Conversations with staff bring alive stories of the Kishangarh royals, turning a night’s rest into a cultural encounter.
Village Home Chai Stop & Sambhar Salt Lake Ride
Pause cycling to share chai in a village home, exchanging smiles and stories over spiced tea and snacks. Hospitality opens doors to family courtyards and kitchen hearths, offering a heartfelt glimpse into desert life.
Continue to ride along Sambhar Salt Lake, India’s largest inland salt lake, where vast salt pans and mirrored brine create surreal horizons. In season, look for waders and flamingos skimming the shallows—an otherworldly setting for photographs and quiet reflection.
Jaipur Dawn Cycling & Govind Dev Ji Temple Rituals
Join an early-morning cycling tour through Jaipur as shutters lift and flower sellers spread marigold garlands. Weave through flower and produce markets alive with bargaining voices and aromatic spices, watching the Pink City awaken in soft light.
At City Palace’s sacred heart, witness aarti at Govind Dev Ji Temple, where cymbals and devotional song honour Krishna. The cadence of prayer and the hum of trade reveal Jaipur’s dual spirit—royal splendour and living tradition.
Amer (Amber) Fort Exploration & Jaipur Bazaars Walk
Explore Amer (Amber) Fort, a hilltop masterpiece blending Rajput and Mughal design. Wander sunlit courtyards and mirror-inlaid halls, tracing the artistry of carved screens and painted archways while gazing across Aravalli ridgelines.
Back in the walled city, dive into Jaipur’s bazaars with your leader—Johari’s gem workshops, Tripolia’s textiles, lanes bright with lacquer bangles. Learn how guild traditions shaped neighbourhood identities and discover where to find the finest handcrafts.
Ramgarh Dam Ride & Jamwai Mata Temple Visit
Cycle to Ramgarh Dam, a once-crucial reservoir framed by scrub hills and village fields. The open landscape and birdsong make an uplifting scenic interlude to the day’s ride, with time to appreciate the reservoir’s role in Jaipur’s past water heritage.
Continue to visit Jamwai Mata Mandir, a revered hill-temple linked to Jaipur’s ruling lineage. Peaceful temple courtyards and incense-laced sanctums offer a contemplative pause before returning to the quiet rhythm of rural roads.
Long Ride Through Hamlets & Ram Janaki Temple Stop
Push on through hamlets and farmland, following tractor paths and village streets where mustard and millet fields stretch to the horizon. The undulating distance rewards with small discoveries—painted door lintels, ox-driven wells, and greetings from passersby.
Pause at Ram Janaki Temple, a photogenic stop devoted to Rama and Sita. Low-slung domes and quiet porticos provide shade for photos and reflection, capturing the devotional heartbeat of rural Rajasthan.
Khirini Village Ride & Rural Rajasthan Impressions
Ride to Khirini village along quiet rural roads, passing courtyard homes, grazing goats, and fields tilled by hand and tractor. The pace invites conversation and observation, with friendly waves and curious smiles welcoming cyclists through the landscape.
Absorb details that define countryside life—grain spread to dry, bright turbans, and painted shrines at crossroads. This relaxed segment distils the essence of everyday Rajasthan, best discovered from the saddle.
Ranthambore National Park Tiger Safari
Board a shared canter to search for Bengal tigers in Ranthambore National Park, a rugged mosaic of lakes, grassland, and dhok forest watched over by the cliff-top fort. Guided by a forest guard, scan for sambar deer, langurs, and pugmarks on dusty tracks.
The park’s healthy population heightens anticipation, yet sightings remain a privilege. An expert’s commentary on territory, behaviour, and conservation deepens every moment of this canter safari through one of India’s storied wildlife reserves.
Karauli City Palace Evening Exploration
Explore Karauli City Palace, a 14th-century complex of red-sandstone halls and frescoed chambers. Wander through intricate jali screens and pillared courtyards where echoes of royal processions linger in the architecture.
Time permitting on day 9, your leader guides you through the old quarter’s lanes for handicrafts and local snacks. This unhurried visit reveals how palace, bazaar, and temple life interweave in a still-traditional townscape.
Heritage Stay at Bhanwar Vilas Palace, Karauli
Stay at Bhanwar Vilas Palace, a gracious heritage retreat set in lawns and shade trees. Period furnishings, colonnaded verandas, and quiet salons create an air of bygone elegance after a rewarding day on the road.
Royal hospitality infuses the experience as staff share local lore and tips for town walks. The palace’s lush gardens and antique-filled interiors make a restful base for exploring Karauli’s palaces and temples.
Sunrise Visit to the Taj Mahal
Visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise, watching the marble shift from pearl-grey to honeyed gold in the first light. Stroll reflecting pools and cypress-lined gardens as birdsong lifts above the Yamuna’s mist.
Step inside the marble mausoleum to admire delicate pietra dura inlay and Quranic calligraphy. Your leader unpacks the love story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal, grounding the monument’s beauty in history and craft—typically experienced on day 11.
Heritage Stay at Bhadrawati Palace, Dausa
Unwind at Bhadrawati Palace, a serene heritage stay with landscaped grounds and a pool. Ornate arches, traditional jaali work, and quiet courtyards offer a restorative pause between rides through the eastern Rajasthan countryside.
The property blends ornate Rajasthani design with modern comfort, placing you within easy reach of local forts and stepwells. Evenings invite stargazing from the terraces and unhurried conversations about the day’s discoveries.
Delhi Welcome Dinner & Orientation
Gather in India’s capital to meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers over a convivial welcome dinner. Share first impressions of the city while sampling an aromatic North Indian thali—rich dals, grilled kebabs, tangy chutneys, and fresh tandoori breads—introducing the bold flavours that accompany the journey.
Hear practical tips and stories of the journey ahead, from cycling etiquette to cultural customs. This friendly orientation in Delhi sets the tone for a well-paced, insight-led adventure, typically taking place on day 1.
