Cycling Through Rajasthan
Cycling Through Rajasthan
Cycling Through Rajasthan
15 Days Starting and ending in Delhi, India
Visiting: Delhi, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan, Pushkar, Jaipur, Sariska National Park, Sariska, Bharatpur, Agra
Tour operator:
Tour code:
MIJ
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
5 - 16
Age range:
16-99
Special diets catered:
Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishActivities:
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
Itinerary
Day 1 : Start Delhi. Afternoon Bicycle Checks
Location: Delhi
Accommodation Name: Ashok Country Resort
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 2 : Morning Cycle Tour Of New Delhi; Afternoon Sightseeing Tour Of Old Delhi; Overnight Train To Jodhpur
Location: Delhi
Accommodation Name: Overnight sleeper train
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We start cycling early in the morning to get used to the Indian weather and city traffic. After about 15.5mi (25km), we return to the hotel. Post breakfast and a shower, we start our sightseeing of New and Old Delhi by bus. The bikes and main luggage are transferred to Jodhpur by bus (take your required toiletries and other essential items in your day bag for the overnight train journey). In the evening, we transfer to the station and catch the overnight train to Jodhpur.
Accommodation: Overnight sleeper train
Day 3 : Arrive Jodhpur; Free Morning Then Afternoon City Cycle Tour Including Mehrangarh Fort
Location: Jodhpur
Accommodation Name: Shree Ram International Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
We arrive at Jodhpur train station in the morning and take a short transfer to our hotel, where we have time to relax or explore the area. In the afternoon, we get the bikes out and go sightseeing on two wheels. Jodhpur was founded by the Rajput chief Roa Jodha and was formerly the capital of the Marwar state. The city is surrounded by an immense wall, almost 6mi (10km) in circumference, and is dominated by a massive fort that stands on a rocky hill commanding the surrounding desert. In the afternoon, we visit the magnificent Mehrangarh Fort, where we have a great view of the blue houses, painted to distinguish them as those of Brahmins.
Accommodation: Shree Ram International Hotel (or similar)
Maximum elevation: 400ft (122m)
Day 4 : Ride/Drive To Udaipur Via Jain Temple At Ranakpur; Cycle Towards Lakeside Town Of Udaipur
Location: Udaipur
Accommodation Name: Paras Mahal Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today is a long day so we start early, cycling from the hotel for about 25mi (40km). We then take a bus transfer (approximately 3hr 30min) to Ranakpur where there is time to visit the 15th-century Jain temple. The main temple, beautifully carved from marble, is dedicated to Adinath. It has 29 halls supported by 1,444 pillars, each delicately carved with a different design. We then take a 9mi (15km) transfer (approximately 30 minutes) to a roadside Hindu temple. From here, we get back on our bikes and ride through the Aravalli Hills for about 21mi (34km) and finally transfer (approximately 1hr 30min to two hours) by bus to the lakeside town of Udaipur.
Accommodation: Paras Mahal Hotel (or similar)
Minimum elevation: 597ft (182m) / Maximum elevation: 2,992ft (912m)
Day 5 : Cycle Tour Around Udaipur Including City Palace
Location: Udaipur
Accommodation Name: Paras Mahal Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Known as the Pearl of Rajasthan, the City of Sunrise and Venice of the East, Udaipur is a beautiful place regarded by both Indians and visitors as the most romantic city in the country. Situated on the east side of Lake Pichola, the main palace commands an unsurpassed view across the shimmering lake to the dusty Aravalli Hills with the luxurious Lake Palace Hotel adding to the scene. Lake Pichola has two islands, each with a palace to rival that on the mainland; Jag Mandir and Jag Nivas (the latter is now the luxurious Lake Palace Hotel) rise out of their own reflections in the lake waters. After breakfast, spend the morning exploring the countryside around Udaipur by bike. Cycle on quiet, flat roads past farmland and small villages as we head to Tiger Lake. Continuing on rural backroads, we can visit Animal Aid, an NGO hospital for injured animals. We finish close to the city, where we visit the impressive City Palace.
Accommodation: Paras Mahal Hotel (or similar)
Day 6 : Ride On Backroads To The Fort Of Kumbhalgarh
Location: Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan
Accommodation Name: Kumbhalgarh Forest Retreat
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
This morning, we drive (approximately 1hr 30min) to Iswal, where we start our bike ride to Kumbhalgarh. The route stays away from the main road and follows a less direct but quieter series of backroads, allowing us to see the fascinating rural life of India. It can be hot cycling here, but the vehicle support is available if required. We arrive in Kumbhalgarh for a late lunch and a rest. Then there is a chance to cycle to Kumbhalgarh Fort, a challenging 3mi (5km) uphill ride (there is an option to take a 4×4). Kumbhalgarh has one of the finest examples of defensive fortifications in Rajasthan, including a lovely temple and palace with panoramic views.
Accommodation: Kumbhalgarh Forest Retreat (or similar)
Minimum elevation: 2,119ft (646m) / Maximum elevation: 3,2182ft (981m)
Day 7 : Ride/Drive To Pushkar
Location: Pushkar
Accommodation Name: Hotel Dera Masuda
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
It’s back to the desert scenery today as we head to the holy town of Pushkar. Our route follows rural backroads to the main highway, where we dismount and travel the rest of the way in our vehicle (approximately five hours). Surrounded by desert, Pushkar is a Hindu pilgrimage town on a holy lake. Legend says the lake was created from petals that fell from the divine hands of the creator god Brahma and it is here you can see one of the few Brahma temples in the world. Dotted with 52 ghats (flights of steps) and around 400 milky-blue temples, this town is also known for hosting the annual Pushkar Fair, transforming the town into a bustling market. Explore the sites and sounds of a town like no other in Rajasthan before heading to our hotel
Accommodation: Hotel Dera Masuda (or similar)
Pushkar Fair departures: 5 November 2024 and 26 October 2025
The itinerary for these departures is slightly amended to spend two nights in Pushkar (days 7 and 8) and one night in Sariska National Park (Day 11), this is done to maximise time at the festival. Accommodation in Pushkar are Swiss cottage tents (canvas tents designed to emulate Swiss cottages) with attached bathrooms. The facilities are basic and hot water and electricity can be limited but your leader will assist with any issues if they occur. All meals are included.
Minimum elevation: 2,214ft (675m) / Maximum elevation: 2,933ft (894m)
Day 8 : Ride/Drive To Jaipur, Capital Of Rajasthan Via Rural Villages And Rupnagar
Location: Jaipur
Accommodation Name: Vesta Maurya Palace Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
We leave Pushkar on our bikes, travelling through desert backroads and small villages to the town of Rupnagar, a hub for working marble. There is the option to extend the ride by another 21mi (34km) to the Naraina railway crossing, where we transfer (approximately 1hr 30min to two hours) to Jaipur.
Accommodation: Vesta Maurya Palace Hotel (or similar)
Minimum elevation: 1,135ft (346m) / Maximum elevation: 1,4992ft (457m)
Cycle: Approximately 37mi (60km) or 58.4mi (94km) including optional ride
Day 9 : Optional Early Morning City Heritage Ride, Jaipur Sightseeing
Location: Jaipur
Accommodation Name: Vesta Maurya Palace Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
If you’re up early, we have an optional ride around this wonderful pink city, cycling through fascinating narrow laneways. Passing havelis (private mansions) and sacred temples, we head for the majestic Albert Hall, built to welcome the Prince of Wales on his visit during the 1870s. Stop at popular food stalls along the way where we can sample what the local people enjoy for breakfast. After the ride, we have time at the hotel to refresh before a wonderful sightseeing day.
Visit the Amber Fort and enjoy the fine museum within the City Palace, former residence of the Maharaja. A trip to Jaipur must include a photo stop at the Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds). This city is also the centre of many handicrafts, including woven rugs, carpets, printed cloth, semi-precious stones and leatherware. During our stay, we have time to visit the markets and possibly pick up a souvenir.
Optional cycle: Approximately 7mi (12km)
Accommodation: Vesta Maurya Palace Hotel (or similar)
Day 10 : Ride/Drive To Sariska National Park Via Pratap Garh
Location: Sariska National Park
Accommodation Name: Ram Bihari Palace
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Leave Jaipur with a combination of cycling and a transfer and return to rural India. Transfer (approximately 45 minutes to one hour) to Jamwa Ramgarh and then cycle to Sariska via Pratap Garh and through the beautiful Aravalli foothills.
Accommodation: Ram Bihari Palace (or similar)
Pushkar Fair departures: 5 November 2024 and 26 October 2025
The itinerary for these departures is slightly amended to spend two nights in Pushkar (days 7 and 8) and one night in Sariska National Park (Day 11), removing the optional afternoon cycle ride.
On Day 11, after arriving in Sariska, we head off in open 4x4s for our early evening game drive. Sariska is a beautiful and interesting park to explore with an abundance of wildlife, including leopards, deer, wild boars, antelopes, jackals, hyenas and more.
The following morning will continue to Bharatpur National Park.
Minimum elevation: 1,115ft (340m) / Maximum elevation: 1,519ft (463m)
Day 11 : Game Drive; Optional Afternoon Ride
Location: Sariska
Accommodation Name: Ram Bihari Palace
Meals Included: Breakfast
Before breakfast, we hop in open 4x4s for an early morning game drive. Sariska is a beautiful and interesting park to explore with an abundance of wildlife, including leopards, deer, wild boars, antelopes, jackals, hyenas and more. A large variety of bird species also grace the landscape. Return to the hotel for a late breakfast and, in the afternoon, there is the option to cycle to the nearby Siliseth Lake. This takes us on backroads through rural villages and farmland. We can have tea at the Lake Palace Hotel with stunning views across the waters to the Aravalli hills. Those who would prefer to relax can enjoy the hotel garden and swimming pool.
Optional cycle: Approximately 9mi (14km)
Accommodation: Ram Bihari Palace (or similar)
Day 12 : Ride/Drive To Bharatpur National Park, Renowned For Its Bird Sanctuary, Later Visited By Bike
Location: Bharatpur
Accommodation Name: Udai Vilas
Meals Included: Breakfast
Ride from our hotel to Muhwa after breakfast, where we take a transfer (approximately one hour to 1hr 30min) to our lunch spot. Another transfer (about one to two hours) takes us to Bharatpur National Park, renowned for its World Heritage-listed bird sanctuary, the Keoladeo Ghana National Park. This entire region was originally semi-arid and only received rainfall during the monsoon season. The Maharaja of Bharatpur diverted water from a nearby irrigation canal and it was converted into a bird sanctuary in 1956. On arrival in Bharatpur, we visit the bird sanctuary on our bikes, home to an array of egrets, ducks, coots, storks, kingfishers, owls, eagles and harriers. There are now more than 360 bird species living here.
Accommodation: Udai Vilas (or similar)
Minimum elevation: 767ft (234m) / Maximum elevation: 1,309ft (399m)
Day 13 : Cycle To Fatehpur Sikri, Transfer To Agra; Visit Taj Mahal At Sunset
Location: Agra
Accommodation Name: Taj Vilas
Meals Included: Breakfast
Leave Bharatpur in the morning and cycle on backroads passing through Fatehpur Sikri, the emperor Akbar’s deserted royal city. Later, we transfer (approximately one to two hours) to Agra in time for sunset over the Taj Mahal. This romantic monument was built by the Moghul emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died in 1631. It is serenely beautiful and never fails to amaze a first-time visitor; the white-marble exterior changes colour according to the position of the sun and is matched by the rich interior detail.
Accommodation: Taj Vilas (or similar)
Minimum elevation: 475ft (145m) / Maximum elevation: 5182ft (158m)
Day 14 : Visit Agra Fort; Transfer To Delhi
Location: Agra
Accommodation Name: Hotel Deventure
Meals Included: Breakfast
Visit the imposing Agra Fort of Akbar in the morning, where mighty sandstone walls enclose the beautiful white-marble pearl mosque, palaces, halls, courtyards and fountains of his sons and successors, Jehangir and Shah Jahan. In the afternoon, transfer (five to six hours) to Delhi by bus, arriving early evening. The tour leader will arrange a group dinner for those who would like one last time together to share memories of the trip.
Accommodation: Hotel Deventure (or similar)
Day 15 : Departure From Delhi
Location: Delhi
Meals Included: Breakfast
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
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All breakfasts, four lunches and one dinner included
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All accommodation
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One game drive in Sariska National Park
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Monuments and entrance fees as per the itinerary
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Free arrival and departure transfers for everyone
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Local bike hire
What's Not Included
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Travel insurance
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Visas and vaccinations
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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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