This golden triangle cycling tour covers the cultural highlights of North India - Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. These are vibrant historical towns with stunning forts, palaces, and temples of medieval times (and also Taj Mahal).
Apart from these popular destinations, this tour also takes you to lesser-known, but fascinating, Bharatpur, Karauli and Abhaneri. YOu will experience the hustle and bustle of towns as well as scenic countryside.
During this trip, stay in couple of charming heritage hotels… these were royal residences now converted open for guests.
Per Person on Twin-share: US$ 2395 (We offer discount if more than 2 people traveling together)
Guided with support vehicle
Included
7 DAYS (APPROX 350 KM)
JAN to APR | SEP to DEC
DELHI
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Arrive in Delhi today. Delhi with its Old and New parts — each with its specific charm and glory — makes a very interesting city for its sustenance to medieval and modern cultures at the same time and space.
Enjoy a culture tour of Delhi visiting medieval Jama Mosque (rickshaw ride and walking tour included) followed by monuments of New Delhi - Humayun’s Tomb, Qutab Minar and Lutyens’ buildings.
Transfer to Agra (3.5 hours) to visit the Taj Mahal. After visiting the Taj Mahal, you will be driven to Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary (1.5 hour). Try out bicycles in the evening. Cycling 10-15 km
Early this morning, cycle inside Keoladeo Ghana bird sanctuary, one of the finest bird sanctuaries with over 360 species of birds. After lunch, cycle to Deeg Palace and Fort. Cycling 70-80 km
Today you will part cycle/part drive to Karauli. The city of Karauli was officially founded in 1348 AD, however, legend has it that it was established by Raja Bijal pal Jadon, the 88th descendent of Lord Krishna, as far back as 995 AD Cycling 70-80 KM.
Enjoy a loop ride around Kaila Devi National Park. The park is a part of the Project Tiger and is a buffer zone to Ranthambore National park. Cycling 30-40 KM
Cycle to Abhaneri (part drive), home to one of Rajasthan's most spectacular step-wells with around 11 visible levels of zigzagging steps. Abhaneri village is stunning by itself. Cycling 60-70 km
Cycle to Jaipur (part drive). The capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur is known as the 'pink city' because of the pink paint applied to the buildings in its old walled city. Jaipur is steeped in history and culture and the past comes alive here in magnificent forts and palaces. Cycling 70-80 KM
Cycle in Jaipur and surrounding countryside. Included today will be Amber Fort, one of the more fascinating of Indian forts. It was the ancient capital of the erstwhile Jaipur state. Cycling 30-40 KM.
You will be driven to Delhi airport (5 hours) for your international flight. We will be pleased to make additional arrangements and suggest things to see and places to stay should you wish to extend your stay in India. This could be a non-cycling tour as well. Ask us for add-on tours by writing to us here: contact@periplustravel.com
For booking or other queries, please write to us at: contact@periplustravel.com
Daily cycling ranges between 40 to 60 kilometers. On certain days, the distance between two destinations is longer and you may cycle the distance as per your wish. All our tours have support vehicles and you may cover part of the journey in the support vehicle.
For booking or other queries, please write to us at: contact@periplustravel.com
In this region most of the roads are asphalt, however, in small villages, the roads are either broken or have been cobbled, thus making it difficult to use road bikes. There are stretches of busy roads as well, however, we provide 100% support vehicle to give you a lift if you would rather not ride on these sections.
January to mid-April and October to December is the best time to cycle in this region. Average temperatures range from max of 25°C and minimum of 7°C. The desert sun is not so intense and the days are cool and pleasant, perfect for cycling. The mornings and evenings are generally cool and mild, however, January and late December can be very cold. There is no humidity and little or no rain can be expected. May, June, July and August are extremely hot and not recommended for cycling. For detailed travel kit recommendations, please refer to our FAQ section.
A SUPPLEMENT, AS CHARGED BY HOTELS, WILL BE APPLICABLE ON TOURS BETWEEN DEC 20 TO JAN 10 AND DURING MAJOR FESTIVALS
THESE PRICES ARE VALID TILL APRIL 15, 2025
+ Accommodation on twin-share basis in hotels - a mix of modern, heritage, and a tented camp
+ 9 Breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
+ Airport arrival and departure transfers with our representative
+ An accompanying support vehicle
+ An accompanying cycling guide on cycling days
+ Bicycle and Helmet
+ Entrance fee to monuments
+ Bottled water during cycling
+ All currently applicable taxes
- Items of personal nature like tips, laundry, telephone calls, drinks, etc
- Any other meals than those mentioned above
- Domestic or International airfare
- Any insurance coverage
- Camera charges at monuments
- Any extra expenses incurred for reasons beyond our control such as emergency evacuation, natural calamity, etc
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