Cycling Through Rajasthan

Name: Cycling Through Rajasthan
Brand: Exodus
Rating: 4.3 (49 reviews)

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15 Days Excluding Flights From

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£ 1899

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Activity Level

Moderate

Comfort Level

Classic

Ways to Travel :

Guided Group

Activity :

Cycling

Group Size :

5 - 16

Ages :

16+

Trip Code :

MIJ

Carbon Footprint :

26kg CO2e per person per day

Hop on the saddle to discover majestic monuments and picturesque palaces in India’s Land of Kings

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 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

Key Information

Accommodation: 13 Classic nights (hotels), 1 Simple night (sleeper train)
12 days of cycling (including optional rides) with full vehicle support
Group normally 5 to 16, plus leader. Minimum age: 16
Pushkar, Holi and Diwali festival departures available (see Dates & Prices tab)

Countries visited: India

What's Included

All breakfasts, four lunches and one dinner
All accommodation
All transport and listed activities
Tour leader throughout
Arrival and departure transfers
Local bike hire

What's Not Included

Travel insurance
Single accommodation (available on request)
Visas or vaccinations

Pace:

Moderate: 8mph-10mph (13kph-16kph)

Terrain:

Low altitude; 100 percent paved

Day 2

25 km / 15.5 miles

Day 3

23 km / 14.3 miles

Day 4

74 km / 46 miles

Day 5

25 km / 15.5 miles

Day 6

65 km / 40.4 miles

Day 7

35 km / 21.7 miles

Day 10

60 km / 37.3 miles

Day 12

63 km / 39.1 miles

Day 13

35 km / 21.7 miles

Sustainability and Impact

As a certified B Corp, we’re on a mission to improve our social and environmental impact across all our adventures.

We do this through our innovative Thriving Nature, Thriving People plan.

This ‘nature positive’ approach is designed to help nature and communities thrive in harmony through practical solutions, such as reducing carbon and waste on our trips, supporting conservation projects through the Exodus Adventure Travels Foundation, and rewilding 100 square metres for every Exodus traveller.

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Itinerary

Delhi Delhi

Begin your adventure in pulsating Delhi.

Join your tour leader for a bicycle fitting around 2pm, so that any necessary adjustments and safety checks can be made before we head out to explore the local area. This is a great chance to make sure everything is comfortable and in working order before the main cycling days begin.

Around 6pm, we gather as a group to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead over a welcome meeting. Your tour leader then arranges an optional group dinner at a nearby restaurant (this will be included for all in 2026).

Want more time in Delhi? Secure pre-tour hotel nights through your sales representative

Accommodation: Ashok Country Resort (or similar)

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 tour includes a drive past the colonial buildings of Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate before exploring the narrow lanes of the Old Delhi market on foot. We then have a brief stop to view the Jama Masjid mosque from the outside before visit the Raj Ghat Memorial.

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

Distance covered: 16mi (25km)

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

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)
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Maximum elevation: 400ft (122m)

Distance covered: 14mi (23km)

Meals included: Breakfast

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)

Distance covered: 46mi (74km)

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

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 flat rural backroads past farmland and small villages and continue through Fateh Sagar Lake and Badi Lake. We finish close to the city, where we visit the impressive City Palace.

Accommodation: Paras Mahal Hotel (or similar)

Distance covered: 16mi (25km)

Meals included: Breakfast

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)

Distance covered: 40mi (65km)

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: 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)

Distance covered: 22mi (35km)

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

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

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)

Meals included: Breakfast

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: Sariska Safari Lodge (or similar)

Pushkar Fair departures: 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)

Distance covered: 37mi (60km)

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

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 you may join an optional 8.5mi (14km) cycle to rural villages with a chance to see the daily routine of Rajasthani village life.

Accommodation: Sariska Safari Lodge (or similar)

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: Kadamb Kunj Resort (or similar)
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Minimum elevation: 767ft (234m) / Maximum elevation: 1,309ft (399m)

Distance covered: 39mi (63km)

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)

Distance covered: 22mi (35km)

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: Rockland Hotel (or similar)

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 extending your stay.

Meals included: Breakfast

Essential Info

Is this trip for you?

This trip is classified Road and Activity Level 3 (Moderate). For more information on our trip gradings please visit our Activity Level Guidelines page. If you have any queries about the difficulty of the trip please do not hesitate to contact us.

Cycling days: 12 including optional rides
Average distance: 29mi (47km) per day with full vehicle support
Terrain and route: Mostly cycling along backroads with some traffic in parts. All roads are surfaced. Our route is a mixture of rolling hills and flat plains. There are two steeper optional climbs: to Mehrangarh Fort on Day 3 and Kumbhalgarh Fort on Day 6. The support vehicle is there for anyone who decides to stop riding.
This part of India can be very hot.
Although this trip is moderately demanding there is plenty of time to explore.

Suitability: Traffic in India can be busy with limited enforcement of the rules. Inexperienced riders may find this difficult, but your tour leader is an expert on navigating these conditions and will brief you on how to cycle safely in India. Please listen carefully and follow the instructions.

Speed: You should feel comfortable cycling at a continuous, steady pace throughout this trip, even on the longer days.

Climate: It can be hot and humid in India, particularly during September-November and March-May, which can increase the difficulty of the cycling.

Monuments: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is responsible for the conservation of many monuments in India, including the Taj Mahal, and very occasionally this may mean work is taking place at sites visited on this trip. The ASI schedule is never published so it is not possible to forewarn when work will be taking place.

Some departures coincide with Holi and Diwali, both fascinating times to visit India. We will seek opportunities to see the festivities, though we cannot guarantee what will be happening locally during our trip – the festivals are celebrated in different ways throughout the country.

Holi typically involves people throwing coloured powders and water at each other and smearing powder on each other’s faces. This tends to be done in local communities and families, so it is not always possible to be involved (though you may see the colourful results of this boisterous festival on the streets). During Holi, local monuments and markets close, so departures over Holi have a slight adjustment to the itinerary. In Jaipur, sightseeing is limited, so where necessary we include a cultural day to see local musicians and dancers perform; there may also be an opportunity to join in: playing with colours, dancing, and enjoying food and drinks. Your leader will happily arrange some Holi activities (supplement fees may apply) and you can also purchase the traditional white kurta outfit to look the part and avoid getting your clothes covered in the coloured powders.

Diwali: Some departures coincide with Diwali, the festival of lights to mark the start of the Hindu new year, in which people may illuminate their houses and shops and sometimes celebrate on the streets with fireworks. Lasting up to five days, celebrations can be local (within communities and families) and are not necessarily marked to the same extent throughout the country. We seek opportunities to see the festivities; however, we cannot guarantee what is happening in the area visited. There can be occasional road closures, particularly coming into Jaipur, which may impact your cycle route. You leader will advise you of any changes to the route as soon as possible.

Pushkar Fair: Each year, we operate a departure of this trip that coincides with the Pushkar Fair; please see days 7 and 10 of the itinerary.

Joining Instructions

Key information

Start hotel: Ashok Country Resort, 30 Rajokri Road, Kapashera – New Delhi, Delhi, India
Phone: +91 11 25064590
Recommended arrival time: We recommend you arrive by 1pm today. This afternoon will there will be a first introduction to your bicycles followed by a welcome briefing with your leader around 6pm this evening.
Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)

Getting to the start hotel

The start hotel is approximately 15 minutes’ drive from the airport. Exodus provides free arrival transfers to the start hotel from the airport for all customers. If you would like further information on joining this trip, please speak to your sales representative.

Catching your return flight

Exodus provides free departure transfers for all customers to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) from the end hotel.

Please note, unless specified otherwise, the transfers will be to the start (or pre-tour) hotel and from the end (or post-tour) hotel and will be on the date on which the tour starts/ends; transfers to other hotels in the same city and/or on different dates may attract an extra charge. Transfers should be booked with your sales representative at least two weeks before the tour starts.

Full joining instructions including local emergency numbers will be sent to you as part of our Final Joining Instructions. If you do not receive these at least a week before departure, or require them earlier please contact our office or your travel agent.

Location start: Delhi
Location end: Delhi

Vaccinations and Health

India

You require a yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. Proof of a polio vaccination may also be required by some visitors. Please confirm all requirements and recommendations with your doctor or travel clinic.

You may also want to consider vaccinations for tetanus, hepatitis A, typhoid, cholera, hepatitis B, Japanese encephalitis, rabies and tuberculosis. The risk of malaria is slight, but you may wish to consult your doctor or travel clinic for further advice.

Additionally, dengue fever and chikungunya are known risks in India. Both are tropical viral diseases spread by daytime biting mosquitoes. There is currently no vaccine or prophylaxis available for either, and therefore the best form of prevention is to avoid being bitten. We recommend you take the usual precautions to avoid mosquito bites.

Some of our India trips spend time at altitude. In regions over approximately 6,560ft (2,000m), there is little risk of mosquito-borne diseases. For trips above 9,840ft (3,000m), there is a risk of being affected by acute mountain sickness. Our itineraries are designed to enable everyone to acclimatise to these altitudes, but you should be aware that it is still possible for you to be affected. Please see the Trip Notes for further information.

Visa

India

To avoid possible problems at immigration, make sure your passport is valid for a minimum of 180 days at the time of entry into India.

Travellers from the UK, US, CA and EU normally need a visa to enter India. Please note, visa requirements often change and it is your responsibility to obtain any required visas for this trip. Therefore, we recommend that you check with the nearest embassy or consulate of your chosen destination(s), including any countries you may be transiting or transferring through.
Some local governments provide guidance on what visas their citizens need. To help, we’ve gathered a selection of useful links below.

• Australia: www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/india
• Canada: www.travel.gc.ca/destinations/india
• United Kingdom: www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/india/entry-requirements
• USA: www.travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/India.html

Travellers eligible for an e-visa, which includes those from the UK, US, CA and EU, can apply at www.indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html.

For more information on applying for your Indian Visa, including details required for your start hotel and local reference contacts, please click on this link: Indian Visa Information

New Digital Arrival Card

Travellers from the UK, US, EU and Canada must also complete a Digital Arrival Card. This can be filled online up to 72 hours before arrival via the official Indian visa website https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/earrival/. This is separate from the Indian e-visa process and this remains the same. Physical cards will remain at the arrival airport until 1 April 2026, at which point the Digital Arrival Card will be made mandatory.

Food & Drink

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.

Weather

October to March is the ideal time to visit northern India. Days are normally warm to hot and nights cool or mild. Humidity is very low and little or no rain falls. In March, April and October, it can get very hot during the day. Evenings in Delhi and in the Thar Desert can be surprisingly cool, so bring warm clothing plus a sun hat, sunscreen and sunglasses. It gets very cold in the early mornings and evenings between December and February.

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Hotels and sleeper train

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.

Upgrade your room on Day 3 and 12 of this itinerary – speak to your sales representative for more details.

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)

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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)

Cycling Through Rajasthan

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)

Cycling Through Rajasthan

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.
On the sleeper train, you may be sharing a mixed-sex 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.

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Philip Murray

Reviewed March 2025

two weeks in India

Trip completed in Jan-Feb 2025. This was my first time in India. The cycling was excellent (one day with 900m elevation riding to Kumbhalgarh but otherwise actually easier in terms of elevation/distance than on other grade 3 trips I’ve been on). Cycling in the cities is somewhat of an adrenaline sport which was great fun! The Taj Majal, Udaipur and Jodhpur Fort were all excellent. The food is exceptionally good. The bus was the most comfortable exodus trip bus I’ve ever been on and made the longer journeys a pleasure. I enjoyed the experience of the overnight train journey.

The Shree Ram hotel, Kumbhalgarh Forest Retreat and Sariska Safari Lodge I found to be very good and enjoyed staying there. The room in Ashok Country Resort was somewhat damp/musty. With the swimming pool closed there isn’t much to do there and, other than the airport, there’s nothing nearby. Food there was good. Bathrooms in the vesta mayura palace and udai villas were dirty. A night club next to the vesta mayua pumps out window shaking music until around midnight. This holiday is really cheap for two weeks – I know I can’t expect too much of a three star hotel in India but I’d rather have paid a bit more and had a nicer cleaner hotel at every stop.

Most Inspirational Moment

Has to be the Taj Mahal.

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you're adding extra nights in Delhi don't stay extra nights in the first hotel, stay somewhere else. The weather in Jan-Feb required only full winter cycling gear on one day (Delhi) with the other days just occasionally needing a autumn/winter cycling jersey for an hour or two to start. Wasn't cold in any of the hotels and only needed to use a hotel heater once.

Reply from Exodus

Thank you for sharing your experience of our India cycling trip. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the cycling routes, the incredible sights like the Taj Mahal and Jodhpur Fort, and the exceptional food. It’s also great to know that the bus and overnight train added positively to your journey.

India is chaotic and assaults all your senses. On the road you will see people, cows, dogs, buffalo, and lots of rubbish and plastic. It takes about a week to get used to the chaos !

Reply from Exodus

Thank you for your review of your November cycling trip to Rajasthan with us, Adam. We were pleased to read that you enjoyed the rides and were happy with your tour leader, Manu, though we were very sorry that you found two of the hotels used to be of a poor standard, which is not at all the kind of feedback we expect to receive.

We have contacted our local operator to investigate your comments, and would like to assure you that these hotels are not our standard properties used on this trip. The properties you mention were last minute replacements for this departure, after our standard allocated hotels were unable to provide the number of rooms we required for your group due to unforeseen issues. We had believed these replacement properties to be of a similar standard, with the same facilities provided as those of our usual properties, however, it appears that they were not prepared for quite how busy they became immediately after the restart of tourism to the region (particularly domestic tourists). For our departures since, we have used the standard hotels for this itinerary, which receive very positive feedback, and won’t be using the alternative properties you mention again. While we hope that this can provide an honest explanation for the issues you faced in Sariska and Jaipur, we do remain regretful of your disappointment with the accommodation there.

-Sarah Puttnam, Product Manager

Cathy Parmenter

Reviewed February 2019

Great cycling and site seeing combination

This trip is a great way of seeing a selection of famous sites as well as getting glimpses of the real India from cycling on back roads, waving at friendly locals, looping round cows, avoiding wandering pigs, nipping past sleeping dogs, pausing to allow flocks of sheep and goats to cross, overtaking bullock carts and even camels. The sometimes parched scenery may not be as lush as south India but there are plenty of sights to see along the way and regular snack stops to break up the longer cycling days. The longer rides tend to be pretty flat and there are some stiff but achievable hills too. But there’s always a back up vehicle for anyone who has had enough and plenty of snacks and sweet chai to keep you going.

Most Inspirational Moment

The Taj Mahal literally took my breath away, the Amer Fort in Jodhpur was amazing and the City Palace in Udaipur was spectacular, but there were many fascinating insights into local life too whether seeing a couple making rope along the roadside or watching bricks being made by hand.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Sanjay and Manu were both excellent, highly experienced guides who worked hard to make sure that everything went smoothly.

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you are travelling in January, it is probably going to be colder than you think. I was glad of the down jacket I had worn to the airport and even wore it for cycling a couple of times until me and the day warmed up. Personally, I felt most comfortable wearing my over the knee mountain biking shorts as village women always have their legs covered but no one had any issues when wearing shorter shorts. Two pairs of cycling under shorts were sufficient as there are enough two night stops for them to get washed, three would be better if you have them. You'll need something warm to wear on cold evenings too as we ate outside a couple of times. But I guess that won't apply to later departures.

Gary Brown

Reviewed January 2019

Good cycling but a shame about the pollution in the cities.

We’ve visited India twice before, the first time 20 years ago and then again 10 years ago, and so as keen cyclists we were excited about the prospect of cycling around the back roads of Rajasthan. The cycling was fantastic, along quiet country roads through small rural villages where everyone waves and shouts hello. Brilliant! But beware – after the cycling you end up in large cities where the levels of pollution are now so bad that it is not only unpleasant to walk around but potentially very bad for your health. I and 3 others ended up with chest infections and 2 of us couldn’t cycle again for the remainder of the trip. Our trip was over Xmas and New Year and the hotels, although perfectly clean and adequate, had no heating and it was very very cold at night – we had to ask for extra blankets just to be able to sleep. Our leader Manu and all the support crew were excellent but the bikes were a little tired. Would I recommend this trip – No! Although the cycling was great the pollution in the cities is horrendous!

Most Inspirational Moment

The cycling and the excitement of the local children.

Philip Atkinson

Reviewed November 2018

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.

Most Inspirational Moment

There were a few, sorry! 1) The forts and palaces generally, especially at Jaipur and Udaipur 2) cycle up to Kumbhalgarh and visit to the fort 3) Morning guided heritage cycle around Jaipur, everyone thought that was fantastic 4) Ride through Sariskar NP buffer zone on day 10 5) Day 13 cycle through backroads to Fatehpur Sikri 6) And finally, the visit to the Taj Mahal, amazing

Thoughts on Group Leader

We had two tour leaders who shared duties, Sanjay who was the most senior and Tapesh. I thought they were a good mix and ensured we had the chance to meet locals, especially in impromptu situations. They looked after everyone on the rides and catered for the varying levels of fitness and determination. Socially they were good fun as were the cycle rides. They made the trip in my opinion.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don’t underestimate the heat and it’s impact on performance. Drinking plenty is difficult when the water in your bottle is 40C so try and mix with other drinks or take some squash or similar. Travel light, a bar bag is a useful thing to take rather than rucksack. Have camera handy for photos as you pass through small villages and chai shops.

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Great cycling through the villages and some awe inspiring forts and palaces on the way

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An experience like no other

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Great cycling and site seeing combination

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Good cycling but a shame about the pollution in the cities.

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Fantastic trip through Moghul India

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