The cycling tour in Rajasthan you can explore the real colour of this state, generally short days on the road combined with the most splendid heritage accommodation in Rajasthan make this a luxury ride to remember. You'll stay in some of the most imposing forts in India, experience the magic of the desert and sample the rich and colourful culture of Rajasthan, with some fantastic cycling in between! Relatively short days in the saddle, combined with generally flat terrain, make this one of our less strenuous tours, ideal for the less-experienced cyclist.
| Name of Program |
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Cycling Tour In Rajastha (CTR) |
| Places Visit |
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Delhi-Mandawa-Navalgarh-Kuchaman-Rupangarh-Pushkar-Deogarh-Kotri- Rolla-Kumbhalgarh- Udaipur- Agra -Delhi Departure. |
| Duration |
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15 Nights. |
| Best Time |
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Oct-March. |
Day 1 Arrive Delhi:
Upon arrival meet to our staff drive to hotel for rest of the night.
Day 2 : Delhi Sightseeing:
After breakfast Half day Old Delhi sightseeing visit Swainarayan Akshardham Temple, World Peace Pagoda, Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chadani Chowk, and Gandhi Memorial, Rest of the time at Connaught Palace. Overnight at hotel.
Day 3 Delhi- Mandawa (By surface 4-5 hrs drive) :
After breakfast drive to Mandawa, on arrival check in hotel.
Day 4 Mandawa:
Morning sightseeing to historic hotel, Mandawa Fort. This region, called Shekhawati, is famously dotted with mansions adorned with colourful fresco's, built by local merchants. We should have time in the afternoon to have a look round one or two of these unique homes, also giving us an opportunity to test our bikes out, and to get a taste of Indian roads.
Day 5 Mandawa - Nawalgarh (30km):
A short first day on the road takes us through the historic villages of Mukhundgarh and Dunlod, great places to break up the journey. We spend the night in Roop Niwas Palace, a beautiful heritage hotel.
Day 6. Drive to Sikar (35km), cycle - Kuchaman (70km):
The journey to Sikar is along a relatively main road, so we'll drive to the other side of town and then cycle to Kuchaman, and another period hotel, along quiet, rural roads.
Day 7 Kuchaman - Rupangarh (50km):
Another gentle day's ride takes us to imposing Rupangarh Fort, built in 1611 by the rulers of this strategically important region, and operating as a magnificent hotel since 1997. Have a good look round!
Day 8 Rupangarh - Pushkar (80km):
After breakfast commence cycling tour to Pushkar avoid the main road and instead take the back roads to Pushkar. An important pilgrimage centre, Pushkar is a fascinating little town, set on a lake right on the edge of the desert. We'll have time to take in the soothing calm of the lakeside area before retiring to the desert for dinner, where we'll eat by candle light and get to hear the amazing “desert flutes”.
Day 9. Drive/Cycle Pushkar - Deogarh (70km cycling):
Morning we will cover half the way by car, than ride the cycles, take the main highway south from Pushkar by jeep for 60km. We'll then turn off, get on our bikes and cycle gently undulating back roads through the Sojat Hills all the way to Deogarh. Deogarh Mahal is one of the most imposing forts in Rajasthan, set high on a hillside at 2,100m, and prides itself in offering travellers, “the comforts of today with an ambience of the past”.
Day 10. Deogarh- Kotri Raola (50km):
Another day riding through rolling hills, another period property to enjoy at the end! Renowned as a horse riding area, Kotri Raola is beautifully situated in the heart of one of Rajasthan's greenest areas.
Day 11 Kotri Roala - Kumbhalgarh (60km):
Kumbulgarh's fort is one of the most impressive in Rajasthan, set atop the Aravalli range at 1100m. The beautiful ride up shows us how difficult it must have been to attack the fort – it's only been taken once in 600 years!
Day 12 Kumbhalgarh - Udaipur (80km):
Today we'll be crossing the Bhorat Plateau, meaning flatter riding than the previous few days. Depending on how we're feeling, we'll probably jump in to the jeeps before getting to Udaipur itself; the ride in can be a bit hectic!
Day 13 Udaipur:
Famous as the setting for James Bond's ‘Octopussy', Udaipur is one of the most beautiful cities in India. Whitewashed palaces surround a picturesque lake, giving the whole town a noble elegance, which together with its tranquil atmosphere make Udaipur a uniquely soothing place to stay.
Day 14 Flight to Delhi-Agra:
Early morning take flight to Delhi on arrival meet to our staff, later drive to Agra (4-5 hrs drive) on arrival check in hotel for overnight. if the time allowed you can visit Agra Red Fort and Itmad-ud-Daula, Overnight at hotel.
Day 15 Agra-Delhi (By surface 4-5 hrs drive):
Full day local sightseeing, before breakfast visit Taj Mahal, later visit Fatehpur Sikri, afternoon drive back to Delhi en route visit Sikendra, on arrival at Delhi check in hotel for overnight.
Day 16 Delhi:
After breakfast half day New Delhi sightseeing, visit Qutab Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Lotus Temple, and Government building. Late evening take dinner, than drive to International airport.
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