Cycling Through Rajasthan

15 Days Starting and ending in Delhi

Visiting: India

Tour operator:

Exodus Adventure Travels

Tour code:

MIJ

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

5 - 16

Physical rating:

Moderate

Age range:

16-99

Special diets catered:

Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Cycling

From: $2850

NB: Prices correct on 31-Oct-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Cycle through Rajasthan, so rich in magnificent forts and palaces that it’s nicknamed the Land of Kings. Led by our expert tour leader, we explore the largest state in India by bike, enjoying a group adventure that balances time on the saddle with immersive cultural stops. Along the way, we visit Mehrangarh Fort at Jodhpur, the lakeside palace of Udaipur, the holy town of Pushkar and the superb pink city of Jaipur. We finish at the Taj Mahal, watching the sun set over a New Wonder of the World.



Departures starting in Delhi on 5 November 2024, 26 October 2025 and 14 November 2026 are special departures that include the Pushkar Fair – there is an alternative itinerary on days 7-8 and 10-11 for these departures.

Highlights

  • Cycle the rural backroads of Rajasthan, welcomed by villagers as we go

  • Marvel at the Taj Mahal as the sun sets, a beautiful time to visit

  • Explore the magnificent Amber Fort in the Pink City of Jaipur

  • Pedal through the bird-watching paradise of Bharatpur National Park

  • Game drive through Sariska National Park, searching for leopards and more

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Start Delhi. Afternoon Bicycle Checks

The adventure starts at our hotel in Delhi.



The group flight will arrive this morning and transfer to our hotel. Those who have made your own flight arrangements, Exodus provides free arrival transfers to the start hotel from the airport. Please ensure you have provided your flight details to our customer operations team no later than 2 weeks prior to arrival.



This afternoon (from approximately 2pm), we will be introduced to our bicycles, making any necessary adjustments and safety checks before heading out to explore the local area. A great chance to make sure everything is comfortable and in working order before the main cycling days begin.



In the evening your leader will give a briefing about your cycling adventure and any safety points to note.



Accommodation: Ashok Country Resort (or similar)

Day 15 : Departure From Delhi

The adventure ends this morning. You can begin your return journey home, but if you’d like more time to explore this magnificent city, speak to your sales representative about booking post-tour accommodation.

What's Included

  • All breakfasts, four lunches and one dinner included

  • All accommodation

  • One game drive in Sariska National Park

  • Monuments and entrance fees as per the itinerary

  • Free arrival and departure transfers for everyone

  • Local bike hire

What's Not Included

  • Travel insurance

  • Visas and vaccinations

  • Single supplement

Food

All breakfasts, four lunches and one dinner are included.



Breakfast on arrival day is not included as you should be given breakfast on your flight. If you do want another breakfast, it costs approximately 660 Indian rupees (US$8) at the hotel in Delhi. Allow at least 1,400-2,400 rupees (US$20-US$35) per day for lunch and dinner.



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.

Accommodation

On this cycling adventure in Rajasthan, we spend 13 nights in a mixture of pleasant hotels, most with swimming pools. One night is spent on an overnight air-conditioned sleeper train. 



The hotels typically used are on the day-to-day itinerary. However, below are a few of the notable accommodations on this trip. 



Delhi to Jodhpur: Sleeper train (night 2) 

Experience an icon of travel: the Indian sleeper train! Our journey takes us from Delhi to Jodhpur, skipping the long drive, while also allowing us to interact with the local people and sample the snacks often sold on board. The accommodation is basic: we normally stay in two-tier sleepers, the compartments sectioned off from the aisle by privacy curtains. Seats are allocated at the time the tickets are issued, so the whole group isn’t always together; however, our tour leader is an expert at making the journey as hassle-free as possible and will regularly check in with you.



Jodhpur: Shree Ram International Hotel (night 3) 







There’s plenty to recommend the Shree Ram, most notably a sprawling green garden with plenty of space to wander and relax. There’s also an outdoor pool for a quick dip plus a café-bar stocked with wines, cocktails and more. Elsewhere, there’s The Basil restaurant, serving a variety of cuisines. 



Udaipur:?Paras Mahal Hotel (nights 4-5) 







Relax in green gardens overlooking the Aravalli Hills when you stay at the Paras Mahal. Find further chilled moments at the Urvashi Bar, an ideal gathering spot for the group, or with a splash in the pool. It’s also close to the main attractions in Udaipur: the City Palace and Lake Pichola. 



Jaipur:?Vesta Maurya Palace Hotel(nights 8-9) 







Vesta Maurya Palace is a charming hotel in the heart of Jaipur on MI Road, reflecting the city's unique blend of tradition and modern style. With its pink brick exterior, the hotel offers a rooftop pool, a multi-cuisine restaurant, and a bar, all designed to make your stay comfortable and memorable.



Worth knowing 



Accommodation in Pushkar during the festival departure are Swiss cottage tents (canvas tents designed to emulate Swiss cottages) with attached bathroom facilities. All meals are included. 

Hotels in India usually do not have heating as there are only a couple of months when the weather can get cold. You can, however, request more blankets if needed or the hotel may be able to provide a standing heater for your room. Please talk to your tour leader if you need help in this matter. 

It’s common for hotels in India to have limited times in the day for hot water use to save energy. If you find your shower is cold, please let your leader or reception know so they can make sure the water heater is on. 

Within the sleeper train, you may be sharing a compartment of four beds with members of the public depending on how the seats are allocated. 

Single accommodation supplement excludes sleeper trains. 

Some hotels we use on this trip may have swimming pools; however, these are not heated. 

For 2025 departures, the Sariska accommodation (days 9 & 10) will be Sariska Safari Lodge

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  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    The minimum age for this tour is 16 years old.

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    We are happy to assist with pre and post tour accommodation. Please enquire for detailed information.

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes, our local guides are English speaking.

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    If you would like to be paired with a tour member of the same gender, there is no additional charge. A single supplement can be requested if you would like your own room.

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    International flights are not included with this tour.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Exodus has been trading since 1974

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Fabulous adventure

Just returned from a wonderful cycling trip from Delhi, around Rajasthan, finishing in Agra with the Taj Mahal. Wonderfully organised with plenty of cycling through rural India and some exciting cycling in cities. Bhopesh and Anand were great tour leaders and the support team were also first class. The premium departure meant we stayed in some very beautiful hotels and the leaders arranged evening meals in some lovely restaurants.

Amazing experience

A really amazing trip Guides really good and looked after me well I'm not really a cyclist though and would have appreciated clarification of the level. Having walked at level 4/5, I was surprised that level 3 was this hard

CYCLING THROUGH RAJASTHAN

A brilliant experience. Seeing Rajasthan close up in the raw. Great itinerary with good hotels throughout. Finally a word for the guides Krishna and Sanjay and the support team. They were fantastic and their knowledge and experience of the history and culture topped the trip. They ensured the group gelled from the start and many friends have been made. It has whetted our appetite to do more of this in the future. I thoroughly recommend this trip to anyone who likes to cycle and see and feel the atmosphere of India.

CYCLING THROUGH RAJASTHAN

A brilliant combination of cycling and sight-seeing through a fascinating corner of India

Cycling through Rajasthan

India is an amazing place - totally different & totally mad but what an experience it was. This is a busy holiday packed with so many different places and many wonderful memories.

CYCLING THROUGH RAJASTHAN

Really enjoyable trip. Exceeded my expectations both from the trip and the country perspective.

CYCLING THROUGH RAJASTHAN

A busy 15 days with plenty of laughs, fantastic guides and amazing sights.

Cycling through Rajasthan

A fantastic whirlwind assault on the senses - incredible sights, smells and wonderful children waving us on throughout the villages. Delhi was very smoggy and choked to death with traffic, but still amazing views from the coach window as we battled the congestion, but after the overnight train, the visuals start.

Palaces and Backroads

very good route and good rides through interesting countryside great palaces at Jodhpur, Udaipur and Jaipur Taj Mahal is special

Fantastic trip through Moghul India

This was a great trip to be on, saw amazing sights; buildings, landscape, wildlife as well as having a chance to see and interact with local people. We cycled through some varied and interesting landscape as well as some that was dull. The roads were quite a mix, some better than the guides remembered from their last trip, others much worse. The heat was relentless on a few days due to lack of shade and start times being later due to coach transfers, this did cause problems and maybe needs more thought. I have to say that, after a few days cycling, most of us improved but the 34km extenI think the trip will be a five in future but it needs some tweaking of itinerary and trip notes to get there. sion on day eight seemed to be wasted as the countryside was probably the worst we came across, uninspiring. Overall a great trip though with a few adjustments to trip notes and tweaking of itinerary.

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