India in Living Colour
Upon arriving by the noise of Delhi or Mumbai and the hustle of its streets, to the rural lands of Rajasthan where the city gives way to the pungent smell of curry as we cycle by. The rest of your journey just grows in experiences—the omnipresent colour, the irony of an elephant traffic jam, contrasting with the opulence of the palaces and forts we visit and stay in. This is B&R’s India—a land and people that conquer and create today as much as centuries ago.
This is a signature B&R Biking trip—expertly guided, small groups, premium hotels.
Trip Details
Easygoing to Moderate
Jodhpur to Udaipur
8 Days / 7 Nights
Price per person from: $7,695
Single supplement: $2,300
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Day by Day
Ride past villages, Hindu temples and the ubiquitous king of the road—the holy cow. And don't forget the Temple to Hanuman—the monkey god. Lunch today in the famous Taj Mari Mahal.
Explore the Blue City, home of the Meherangarh Fort—also the setting of Kipling’s The Jungle Book. Ride to the village of Salawas and learn all about an ancient way of life.
Bike to the edge of the ancient Aravalli Hills and ride into Narlai through mustard fields, farmland and villages where tourists are a rare sight. Prepare for a truly special experience at dinner tonight.
Ride through several small towns before arriving in Ranakpur to visit one of the finest temples in all of India. Opt for the hilly afternoon ride that takes you through spectacular, rural and colourful India.
Climb from the desert flats into the Aravalli Hills and wander through the village below the imposing walls of Devi Garh. Linger over lunch today in our hotel, a converted fort dating to the eighteenth century.
Visit Udaipur, one of Rajasthan’s largest and most romantic towns set on the unexpected “waters” of Lake Pichola. Spend the afternoon exploring the City Palace, one of the largest in India.
Journey through the back hills of Udaipur to the small village of Pie to stroll through the bazaars. enjoy a special dinner and celebration tonight of our journey through Rajasthan.
Enjoy a farewell breakfast at the hotel in Udaipur before saying farewell to India.
Hotels
The Raas, Jodhpur
Situated in the north-eastern quarter of the Walled City, RAAS is comprised of 4 charismatic ‘rose-red’ sandstone buildings dating back to the 18th century. With its vistas and grand guestrooms, gardens and private stables, RAAS is a microcosm of the city. And, like virtually every home in Jodhpur, almost every room in the hotel enjoys a spectacular view of Mehrangarh Palace. View hotel website »
Rawla Narlai, Rajasthan
This former hunting lodge of the Maharaja of Jodhpur is now a delightfully intimate retreat. Comfortable rooms and modern baths blend with the ancient aesthetics of Narlai, while the sound of gentle chanting from the many nearby temples and mosques adds a spiritual element to our stay. Chef Nate Singh prepares meals from secret recipes handed down for generations. View hotel website »
Devi Garh Resort, Rajasthan
Tucked away in the Aravalli hills of Rajasthan, the 18thC resort has undergone years of restoration and reconstruction to regain its past glory. An impressive structure, it is now a boutique hotel with 23 suites and six tents. Each suite is unique: luxurious and beautiful, embellished with marble and semi-precious stones, yet equipped with the most modern of conveniences. View hotel website »
Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur
Oberoi Udaivilas took hundreds of workers and five years to complete, and in 2007 was ranked the best hotel in the world by Travel + Leisure. This grand palace is wonderfully situated on the edge of the lake with views back to the stunning cityscape of Udaipur, it is truly a resort fit for a maharaja, and you’ll feel like one here. Expect to be treated as an honoured guest. View hotel website »
Activity Level
Easygoing to Moderate
This trip is rated Easygoing to Moderate. We cover 25 to 40 km on our biking days, on routes that follow some of the quietest paved roads in Rajasthan. The terrain for the first four days is flat and easy with the odd bumpy stretch, the last three days of biking in the Aravalli hills is rolling with the occasional climb. Our walking takes us through the charming towns and villages of Rajasthan.
Gear
The Bikes
You can't enjoy a great biking trip without a really great bike. On this trip, you'll be riding customized Rocky Mountain Hybrid Bikes. Click here for a detailed description. We also equip you with handlebar bag, helmet and water bottle.
What's Included
- All hotel accommodation
- All breakfasts, six lunches, and six dinners, including wine
- All transportation from rendezvous to drop-off
- Use of a hybrid bicycle, handlebar bag and helmet
- Services of B&R guide(s) Indian national guide and Indian local experts, as well as support vehicles
- All special events and private tours
- All baggage transportation
- Detailed maps, route suggestions and water bottle
- All gratuities for baggage, porters, hotel service and local guides
At Your Service
We take pride in choosing guides who are not only exceptional travelling companions, but who’ll go far beyond the call of duty to ensure an unforgettable experience.
Accolades
“We simply loved India and would love to return some day... I really can’t express how fabulous our experience was—the hotels were simply 'over the top.'”
— Merilea Creighton,
India Biking 2008
Notes from the Road
- Honeymooning, B&R Style“It was such a B&R moment,” Stephanie Hill recalls when asked for the highlight of her honeymoon. And as a B&R Travel Advisor, she knows a B&R moment when she sees one. “It was five-star all the way,” Stephanie says …
- India: Experiential and ExtraordinaryThere was no shortage of photo-worthy moments for Emily and the kids in India. Awhile back, I took my entire family—my wife Emily, my daughter Grace (10), and my two sons, Max (8) and Oscar (5)—to India on a B&R …
- The New York Times: India on $1,000 a DayPublished in The New York Times | January 2012 | By Shivani Vora City hopping by private jet, mingling with maharajas in their palaces, hanging out with world famous artists in their ateliers or being serenaded by a group of …
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