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The redesigned Land of the Maharajas tour is our mystical journey into the heart of Rajasthan. A change of scenery is a sure bet on this beautiful tour! This ride is the perfect introduction to authentic Rajasthan; our brand new itinerary covers almost 1120 miles and gives you the opportunity to discover an awe-inspiring mixture of traditional villages, secret tracks, majestic palaces and forts, enriching experiences with locals and unforgettable scenes of everyday life. We'll explore Pushkar, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Bundi, Jaipur.... cities that will blow you away with their rich history and culture. This is more than your average motorcycle tour, it's an intense Indian experience guaranteed to leave a lasting impression.
Your first day is all about a smooth arrival in Delhi: you’re met at the airport and transferred to the hotel in the city centre. Your room is available from noon onwards. You have two options: you can stay at the hotel and rest after the flight or go out and explore India’s bustling capital.
We begin our journey in the direction of Shekhawati, a region famous for its majestic Haveli. First, we leave Delhi by private vehicle to pick up our motorcycles at the starting point of our ride. We then enter the "Land of Kings" by small country roads, immersing us in rural nature from the very first rotations of our wheels.
We start our day crossing the heart of Shekhawati, then continue on to our our first stop at Nawalgarh. We then head south, our path connecting a string of ancient forts as we push on towards the salt lake of Sambhar. From there we follow small countryside roads to reach the holy city of Pushkar.
We ride along quiet country road through gently rolling hills as they lead us to the Marwar. We finally reach the enchanting region of the Bishnoi and Jat tribes and make our way to one of the most mythical cities of the region, Jodhpur.
In the morning, we cross Jodhpur’s hustling and bustling old town, dominated by the imposing Mehrangarh Fort, an eagle’s nest overlooking the city. We then go south towards the ancient Mewar kingdom. After lunch, we make our way along scenic rural roads, passing several hamlets and villages, home to the photogenic Rabari tribe.
Today we tackle the winding roads of the Aravallis range. We visit the fortress of Kumbhalgarh, which has the second-longest wall in the world (33 miles) after the Great Wall of China. We arrive in Udaipur, the former Rajput capital of Mewar, flanked by many lakes.
Today we have the opportunity to rest, relax, and explore Udaipur on foot. In the late afternoon, we take a short and easy ride to Sajjangarh Palace (Monsoon Palace).
After departing the Venice of India, our southernmost point of the trip, we cross beautiful landscapes inhabited by simple peasant communities. We ride towards Chittorgarh, the ancient historic capital of the Mewar Kingdom. We visit the extraordinary fortress city, then we cross another rural region with rocky reliefs towards the east of the Aravallis.
Today we ride to Bundi, a small secluded town with a charming Indian atmosphere. Its fort and palace are famous for their murals, considered the finest in Rajasthan. We set off on the motorcyclists' perfect highway: beautiful, smooth and clean roads, devoid of traffic.
We set off on our motorcycles towards Ranthambore National Park. But before that, we will have to endure inevitable worn-out roads on the first third of the stage. In the late afternoon we take a jeep safari deep into the heart of India's wild lands, full of crocodiles, birds, sambars, and monkeys. If we're lucky, we may catch sight of the star of the region, the mighty tiger.
We leave Ranthambore in the morning and head to the mythical "Pink City": Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. This city is known for its wonderful variety of crafts, so we will take time to wander and do a little shopping. Today we will keep a brisk pace on well-maintained highways with sparse traffic, reaching Jaipur in the middle of the afternoon.
It's our last day on the bikes. In the morning we visit the impressive Amber Fort, located a few miles north of Jaipur, which is a truly fantastic way to end this tour! Then, we take our Royal Enfields on the narrow, sometimes mountainous roads to Alwar Fort.
We travel back to Delhi in a private vehicle. One or two rooms are booked for you to freshen up before your flight back home.
You will be transported from New Delhi to Agra in a private vehicle with driver. You have the option of a 2 or 3 day extension, allowing ample time to visit the fabulous Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri and the Red Fort of Agra.
Two days to discover the sacred town of Varanasi. An English-speaking guide shows you around the Buddhist city of Sarnath, one of the four holy Buddhist cities. As the sun sets, you'll have the opportunity to stroll along the Varanasi ghats and attend Aarti, a daily worship ritual. On the second day, you will enjoy a sunrise boat tour, visit the University, Bharat Mata Mandir and the rest of the city.
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