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Adventure cycle touring

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Our mission is to travel with integrity, gain a deep understanding of the diverse cultures we visit, and experience the rich landscapes of India at a human pace. We design cycle journeys that take you beyond the tourist spotsโ€”connecting with local communities, supporting heritage preservation, and leaving a positive footprint wherever we ride.

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The Desert Durbar
Featured
MOD
RAJASTHAN
14 DAYS

The Desert Durbar

Jaipur to Jaisalmer through the Thar โ€” past painted havelis, camel fairs and the silence of the dunes at dusk.

560 km total
Heritage stays
Fromโ‚ฌ4,200/ person
Spice Coast Passage
Featured
EASY
KERALA
10 DAYS

Spice Coast Passage

Through cardamom hills and backwater canals โ€” slow mornings in plantation estates, evenings by the Arabian Sea.

340 km total
Plantation stays
Fromโ‚ฌ3,100/ person
Himalayan High Roads
Featured
HARD
HIMALAYAS
12 DAYS

Himalayan High Roads

Manali to Leh along some of the world's highest motor roads โ€” thin air, glacial lakes and monastery courtyards.

480 km total
Up to 5,328m
Fromโ‚ฌ3,850/ person
Goa Sunshine Backwaters
Featured
EASY
GOA
8 DAYS

Goa Sunshine Backwaters

Explore the quiet countryside of Goa, from ancient Portuguese quarters to lazy coastal fishing villages.

220 km total
Beach resorts
Fromโ‚ฌ2,200/ person
Ruins of Hampi Explorer
Featured
MOD
HAMPI
11 DAYS

Ruins of Hampi Explorer

Across the Deccan Plateau into the boulder-strewn landscapes of the Vijayanagara Empire ruins in Hampi.

420 km total
Heritage lodges
Fromโ‚ฌ3,500/ person
Munnar Tea Plantation Trails
Featured
MOD
KERALA
9 DAYS

Munnar Tea Plantation Trails

Cycle the highest tea estate tracks in India, descending through mist-shrouded green hills.

280 km total
Bungalow stays
Fromโ‚ฌ2,600/ person
Ladakh Valley High Biking
Featured
HARD
HIMALAYAS
12 DAYS

Ladakh Valley High Biking

High altitude adventure crossing cold mountain deserts, rugged valleys, and snow-tipped peaks.

510 km total
High camp stays
Fromโ‚ฌ3,900/ person
Deccan Forts Expedition
Featured
MOD
HAMPI
10 DAYS

Deccan Forts Expedition

Climb through centuries-old historical fortresses of the south, ending at Hampi ruins.

450 km total
Heritage stays
Fromโ‚ฌ3,100/ person
Kerala Backwater Luxury Tour
Featured
EASY
KERALA
8 DAYS

Kerala Backwater Luxury Tour

Leisurely cycling along rural canal paths, combined with overnight luxury backwater cruises.

240 km total
Luxury houseboats
Fromโ‚ฌ3,400/ person
Taj Mahal to Palace Tour
Featured
MOD
RAJASTHAN
10 DAYS

Taj Mahal to Palace Tour

Begin at the monument of love, cycling down the royal roads to the pink city of Jaipur.

390 km total
Heritage palaces
Fromโ‚ฌ3,800/ person
Western Ghats Rainforest Trails
Featured
HARD
KERALA
9 DAYS

Western Ghats Rainforest Trails

A misty, canopy-shaded mountain cycle track winding through active rainforests and estates.

410 km total
Nature eco-lodges
Fromโ‚ฌ2,950/ person
Desert Nomads Route
Featured
MOD
RAJASTHAN
11 DAYS

Desert Nomads Route

Deep desert cycle trails leading to remote royal outpost fortresses and starry campfire nights.

480 km total
Luxury tents
Fromโ‚ฌ3,600/ person
Departure Calendar

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Himalayan High Roads
Jun72026
HARD
HIMALAYASSmall Group
12 DAYS

Himalayan High Roads

Manali to Leh along some of the world's highest motor roads โ€” thin air, glacial lakes and monastery courtyards.

480 km total
Up to 5,328m
Activity: โ—โ—โ—โ—โ—‹
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Fromโ‚ฌ3,850EUR / person
The Desert Durbar
Oct42025
MOD
RAJASTHANSmall Group
14 DAYS

The Desert Durbar

Jaipur to Jaisalmer through the Thar โ€” past painted havelis, camel fairs and the silence of the dunes at dusk.

560 km total
Heritage stays
Activity: โ—โ—โ—โ—โ—‹
Apr, May, Oct
Fromโ‚ฌ4,200EUR / person
The Desert Durbar
Oct182025
MOD
RAJASTHANSmall Group
14 DAYS

The Desert Durbar

Jaipur to Jaisalmer through the Thar โ€” past painted havelis, camel fairs and the silence of the dunes at dusk.

560 km total
Heritage stays
Activity: โ—โ—โ—โ—โ—‹
Apr, May, Oct
Fromโ‚ฌ4,200EUR / person
Spice Coast Passage
Nov82025
EASY
KERALASmall Group
10 DAYS

Spice Coast Passage

Through cardamom hills and backwater canals โ€” slow mornings in plantation estates, evenings by the Arabian Sea.

340 km total
Plantation stays
Activity: โ—โ—โ—โ—‹โ—‹
Oct, Nov, Dec
Fromโ‚ฌ3,100EUR / person
Goa Sunshine Backwaters
Nov222025
EASY
GOASmall Group
8 DAYS

Goa Sunshine Backwaters

Explore the quiet countryside of Goa, from ancient Portuguese quarters to lazy coastal fishing villages.

220 km total
Beach resorts
Activity: โ—โ—โ—‹โ—‹โ—‹
Nov, Dec, Jan
Fromโ‚ฌ2,200EUR / person
Taj Mahal to Palace Tour
Jan102026
MOD
RAJASTHANSmall Group
10 DAYS

Taj Mahal to Palace Tour

Begin at the monument of love, cycling down the royal roads to the pink city of Jaipur.

390 km total
Heritage palaces
Activity: โ—โ—โ—‹โ—‹โ—‹
Jan, Feb
Fromโ‚ฌ3,800EUR / person
Spice Coast Passage
Jan242026
EASY
KERALASmall Group
10 DAYS

Spice Coast Passage

Through cardamom hills and backwater canals โ€” slow mornings in plantation estates, evenings by the Arabian Sea.

340 km total
Plantation stays
Activity: โ—โ—โ—โ—‹โ—‹
Oct, Nov, Dec
Fromโ‚ฌ3,100EUR / person
Travel Journal

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Pedalling through the golden silence of the Thar
Rajasthan, India | 10-14 Nov 2024 | Journal

Pedalling through the golden silence of the Thar

There is a particular quality of light in Rajasthan at five in the morning โ€” soft but crisp, gold laying an outline over the desert's stillness.

Five things we learned cycling along the Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer, India | Oct 12, 2024 | Guides

Five things we learned cycling along the Jaisalmer

Cycling through the desert isn't just about physical strength; it's a test of mental endurance and preparation.

The Altiplano: our details of how to ride Manali - Leh
Ladakh, India | Sep 25, 2024 | Expeditions

The Altiplano: our details of how to ride Manali - Leh

Riding the Manali-Leh highway is a bucket-list adventure for cyclists worldwide. Here is our detailed breakdown of how to prepare.

Tasting the spice: a culinary ride across Kerala
Kerala, India | Aug 14, 2024 | Journal

Tasting the spice: a culinary ride across Kerala

Kerala, famous for its black gold pepper and cardamom hills, offers a culinary landscape best explored slowly from the saddle.

A historical journey through the ruins of Hampi
Karnataka, India | Jul 19, 2024 | Journal

A historical journey through the ruins of Hampi

Hampi is a sprawling open-air museum. Moving by bicycle allows you to explore its boulders and ruins at your own pace.

Essential gear checklist for long-distance bike tours
India | Jun 30, 2024 | Guides

Essential gear checklist for long-distance bike tours

What to carry and what to leave behind is the most critical decision for any cycling tour. Here is our checklist.

Chasing sunrise: cycling along the East Coast Road
Tamil Nadu, India | May 22, 2024 | Journal

Chasing sunrise: cycling along the East Coast Road

The East Coast Road offers flat terrain, ocean vistas, and spectacular sunrises that make the early morning alarm worth it.

How to train for your first multi-day cycling tour
India | Apr 05, 2024 | Guides

How to train for your first multi-day cycling tour

Training for a multi-day tour requires a focus on back-to-back riding days and core strength, not just raw speed.

The silence of the hills: riding through Munnar tea gardens
Kerala, India | Mar 18, 2024 | Expeditions

The silence of the hills: riding through Munnar tea gardens

Munnar's climbs are steep but the reward of riding through silent, manicured tea estates is unlike any other.

Navigating the monsoons: a guide to wet-weather cycling
India | Feb 10, 2024 | Guides

Navigating the monsoons: a guide to wet-weather cycling

Monsoon riding is beautiful but demands extra caution. Learn how to choose mudguards, tires, and lights.

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