9 Day Heritage Himachal Pradesh Guided Royal Enfield Motorcycle Tour in India

Overview

Go and experience the pleasures of mountain biking on the Royal Enfield as Brahmand Tour takes you on an exciting and wondrous journey through some of the heritage sites of Himachal Pradesh. There is a whole lot of stunning natural beauty and socio-cultural experiences awaiting you. The fresh mountain air beckons.

Highlights

• Tour starts and ends in Delhi
• Go on a Delhi city tour by exclusive vehicles
• Visit the famous Shiva Temple in Baijnath
• See His Holiness the Dalai Lama's temple
• Stop at Kangra Fort, Raja Sansar Chand Museum, and Masrur rock-cut temples
• Stroll down the multicolored market in Jibhi
• Service of a road captain / route expert, mechanic, and support vehicle
• 8 nights accommodation

Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival in Delhi

   Meet the tour representative upon arrival at Delhi airport and transfer to the hotel. On arrival, check in and stay overnight at the hotel (check-in at 12:00).

2. Day 2: Delhi - Kalka

   - Journey by train: Kalka Shtabdi, 07:40 / 11:45) - Kalka - Dharampur (Himalayan Queen, 12:10 / 13:42) - Dharamhpur - Pong Dam by surface (approximately 60 kilometers / 3 hours journey) You'll have a morning departure transfer with a packed breakfast to connect via the Shatabdi express train for Kalka. On arrival at the Kalka station, take the transit to Himalayan Queen to experience the world heritage toy train ride to Dharmpur. Disembark at Dharmpur railway station and drive to Shimla in an exclusive vehicle. Check-in at the hotel. There will be an evening interaction and briefing about your

3. Day 3: Shimla - Narkanada (100 km / 3 hours' ride)

   In the morning, after breakfast, you'll proceed on a Royal Enfield ride to visit Jakhu Temple or Hanuman Temple, or stop for a while at the beautiful stained-glass windows of Christ Church, which was built in the 1850s. After the visit, start your ride to Narakanda. On arrival, check in at the hotel. Go on an evening hike from the hotel to Hatu Peak, where you can enjoy an amazing 360-degree view of the mountains. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

4. Day 4: Narkanda - Sainj - Jalori Pass - Jibhi (140 km / 5 to six hours' ride)

   This day, you will be heading to Banjar Valley (Jibhi) via Narkanda, Sainj and ride over Jalori pass to reach Jibhi village. On arrival in Jibhi, you'll be installed at a hotel. In the evening, you'll stroll down in the multicolored market (local people call it 'Bazar'), followed by visiting a village and nature waterfall. Overnight stay will be at a hotel.

5. Day 5: Jibhi - Mcleodganj (Dharamshala) (220 km / 6 to seven hours' ride)

   On the fifth day, ride to Mcleodganj (known as The Little Lhasa) via Kandi - Katola. En route, visit the famous Shiva Temple in Baijnath, Palampur (Himalayan tea garden) and Norbulingka Institute. On arrival, check in at the hotel where you will stay overnight.

6. Day 6: Dharamshala - Dalhousie (130 km / 5 to six hours' ride)

   After breakfast, drive to Dalhousie via Chuwari Jot. You will visit Khajiara, also known as mini Switzerland. The evening time will be free and at leisure for you to relax and walk into the local market. Overnight stay will be at a hotel.

7. Day 7: Dalhousie - Pong Dam (130 km / 5-6 hours' ride - Last day of riding)

   This day will be the last day of riding. You will start the ride in Pong Dam, also known as Beas Dam, in the state of Himachal Pradesh. On arrival, check in at the hotel. After a hot meal, you can do activities like bird watching or enjoy rowing a boat. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.

8. Day 8: Pongdam - Amritsar (120 km / 6 to seven hour)

   It will be time to say goodbye to the Himalayan Mountain state because this day, you will drive to the extreme plains of Punjab (Amritsar, the holy city of the Sikh). On arrival, check in at the hotel. If time permits, you will visit the Wagha border to see the closing ceremony of India and Pakistan. In the evening, visit the Golden Temple (Sikh temple) and world's largest kitchen (Langar Hall).

9. Day 9: Amritsar - Delhi (departure)

   - By train: Amrtisar Shtabadi, 04:55 / 11:00 You'll have an early morning transfer to the railway station to connect on the Shatabdi express train to Delhi. Upon arrival, meet with Brahmand Tour's guide and a small orientation tour of Delhi, driving past through Red Fort, Jama Masjid, India Gate, and the President's House. The evening will be free for you to go shopping. In time, you'll have the departure transfer to the international airport to connect to your flight back home.

Ride Details

Bike

Rental bike (Royal Enfield 411cc)

Terrain

70% asphalt and 30% off-road

Mileage

900 kilometers / 559 miles

Daily rides

100 - 220 kilometers / 62 - 136 miles

Riding gear

Not included, please bring your own gear

Meals

Daily buffet breakfast and dinner at mentioned places, except Delhi (will be breakfast only)

Accommodation

During this tour, you will be staying in various accommodations at the following or similar hotels, based on a twin-sharing basis:

Getting There

This tour will take you through Delhi, Pong Dam, Jibhi, Mcleodganj, Garli, and Amritsar. On this adrenaline-pumping bike ride, you will enjoy some pure biking fun across the mountain trail as you explore the mesmerizing terrains of lower Himachal Pradesh and ride along the historical sites of Pong Dam (British Regime), Barot, and Kangra Valley. Also pass through numerous quaint villages and make y

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