Cycling

Region – Kullu / Shimla    Total Duration – 5 Nights / 6 Days  Style of Trip -       Cycling  Grade – Easy to Moderate  Maximum Altitude – 10700 ft.  Best Season -April to October  Accommodation – Guesthouse; Organized Campsite  Food – On ride– All Veg meals included  Distance – 223 KM April to October season is the golden glow season for Himalaya cycling tour. All the bikers from across the globe are invited to join this expedition. Discovering the forest trails & Himalayan beauty you get to explore a lot more things in Manali. Manali Shimla cycling tour is one of the best rides.  

Region: Manali / Lahaul Valley/Ladakh   ​ Total Duration – 10 Nights / 11 Days  Style Of Trip – Cycling  Maximum Altitude –  5350m /17582 feet.  Grade – Difficult.  Best Season – June  to September.  Accommodation – Hotel/Guesthouse; Organized Campsite  Food – On trek – All meals included  Distance – 470Km   Cycling is widely regarded as the mean of being fit. It is so joyful to ride the bike long distances, instead of driving by a vehicle. If you are a cycling enthusiast and are looking for a new challenge in cycling, come across to the Manali-Leh route, the highest motorable road in the world. It is an adventure filled cycling trip in picturesque settings, where there cannot be a better route than this one. Cycling 500 km over high altitude mountains, crossing some of the highest passes in the world, is no mean challenge, especially because the roads are reasonable and are non-existent at some places. One has to be prepared physically and mentally to complete this journey. And so, with physical fitness, mental resolve and a truckload of excitement start your journey from Manali. The overnight bus journey from Delhi to Manali is comfortable, safe and takes 14 hours to reach the destination.  One has to get off at Patlikuhl a few km. further from Kullu and take taxi or bus to the camp at Larankelo, about 8 km. from Patlikuhal. At the camp you will meet the rest of the group, consisting people of varying ages and the organizers. Moreover, the times that we were to face together invariably brings out the best in people. The experience you will get during these ten days goes beyond anything words can explain. If there are the daunting challenges of continuous up slopes, biting cold winds, and uncertain weather, there are also the joys of riding miles of down slopes, getting the first glimpse of the destination and the spell bounding beauty of the mountains.  The route takes you through vast grounds of Sarchu and the plateaus of the endless More plains to nomads villages on the way. You might get a chance to see wild animals like Blue sheep, Ibex, Yaks, Marmots, wild horses etc. As we reach Rumtse the landscape turns to a bit greenish side which feels like awesome after days of seeing arid nature. Every morning you will wake up wondering what challenges the day would bring and every night you will go to sleep with the satisfaction of having lived up to another challenge. It would be more appropriate to say that each day will amble away as we pedal through it and yet in no time we find ourselves in Leh. Then to the highest motor able pass at Khardung-la at the height of 5600m. by cycle, demands a great stamina to excel at the top and less oxygen makes it more difficult to ride. But at the end once you reach the pass all the fatigue vanishes by conquering it. The feeling throughout the expedition is outstanding and one should do it once in a life for sure. The expedition ends at Leh, here on one can leave to their preferred destinations. 

Region – Kullu   ​ Total Duration – 6 Nights / 7 Days  Style of trip - Cycling  Grade – Easy to Moderate  Maximum Altitude –  3260m/10700ft.  Best Season -April to October  Accommodation – Guesthouse; Organized Campsite  Food – On ride– All Veg meals included  Distance – 89 KM DETAILS This all-season trek is known for its scenic beauty. It passes through some beautiful forests and affords excellent views of the snow peaks. The trek gives you the opportunity to visit the 1000-year-old Tungnath temple, which is the highest shrine of Lord Shiva. It is one of the Panch-Kedars and is believed to have been built by Arjuna himself. Chandrashila is famous for its breathtaking 360-degree view of the Himalayan ranges. It is one of the few peaks that can also be climbed in the winter months.  

Region: Kullu    ​Total Duration – 3 Nights / 4 Days  Style of Trip - Cycling  Maximum Altitude – 1820m/6000ft.  Grade Moderate.  Best Season December to November.  Accommodation Organized Campsite  Food On ride– All meals included  Distance : 75 KM. DETAILS Mountain biking in the winter season is a great activity for the adventure loving people. In winter heavy snow falls and the whole region is packed with white blanket. Sometimes roads are blocked also. But the roads are often cleared by the local authorities like PWD. So the bycycling can be done easily in the lower parts of the valley. In the winter there is not much hustle and bustle on the roads. So one can bike around and explore on his bike with ease. For that one has to approach to the snow camp in seobagh, which is near to the snow range and is also connected to the main highway. From the base camp one can take the bycycle and go to the recommended tracks with proper gear and information. It is good to trek on bycycle because you can see the surrounding more perfectly than travelling by a vehicle. Cycling in the snow covered mountain routes is absolutly a lifetime experience. Cycling in the winter gives you warmth from cold and filters your lungs without any sweat or hard work. Mountain biking is good sport which makes your health better with the fun of riding bike in the Himalayas. During the mountain biking expedetion the camp will be held near snow line or in between the snow. So one can enjoy snow even in the base camp. To enjoy precisely the person should have proper winter gear (warm jackets,lowers, glubs etc.) as well as the mountain biking gear. The gear should be properly brought because of the safety of the person. All and all one should come and enjoy the winter in the lap of Himalaya.  

Region: Kullu ​ Maximum Altitude – 2460 m./8070 ft.  Style of Trip - Cycling  Grade - Moderate to strenuous.  Best Season - April to November.  Accommodation - Hotel/Guesthouse; Organized Campsite  Food - On ride– All meals included   Distance :-   60 km.   Cycling Naggar to Bijali Mahadev Cycling in Kullu valley, a great way to explore and enjoy the surroundings at one’s own pace and comfort. Kullu valley owns an incredible beauty and several rough terrains ideal for cycling and treading into the remote dwelling. Naggar to Bijali Mahadev is one of the most ultimate routes with all the aspects of a perfect cycling trip. It is the most scenic and amazing trip taking one high in the mountains through steep inclines lush green forests to mindblowing sights. This trip gives one a chance to encounter the real Himalayan Nature all along the way. The foliage ornamenting the valley, beautiful settlement of the villages higher and lower in the mountains, rough terrains would lead to an incredible experience. Initially the ride is done on tarmac amid the dense forest of Conifers. As we ride up higher the landscape turns broader showing up the mighty mountain ranges and the whole of the valley in front. Cycling amidst the Himalayan ranges reminds of the formation of huge mountains throughout that one can realize how minuscule humans are. The route brings out the best of the views and hardships to overcome. En route we will pass an ancient village called Jana, here we can rest a bit alongside a waterfall. Jana waterfall is frequently visited by the tourists to have local delicacies served deliciously. As we pass forward we again enter into the forests with rough road to cycle on. Here on the steep climbs will keep rolling with ups and moderates for a while. Soon we will reach at a point where water is flowing down from a huge cliff, we will fill our bottles here and afterwards the downhill will come with few distressing climbs. En route we will pass a magnificent site called Matakochadi, a great place to hang around amidst extensive landscape with the view of Kullu city in front. From here one can see the distant valley below situated beautifully along the serene Beas River. Further on the route the landscape will appear and vanish as the forest terrain opens and closes the view. This hide and seek will continue till the destination of our trip at Bijali Mahadev. Our day’s stop at 16 tanks is place of real wild atmosphere surrounded by dense vegetation of conifers. The distance would be covered almost by the afternoon and once reached at the campsite we will fix our camps then head towards the Bijali Mahadev Temple. The forest will open up soon with an all-embracing landscape to be relished. Climb up to the temple visit inside explore around and watch the perfect sunset painting the sky. From the top one can see the Parvati valley at one side and to the other the distant Kullu valley. Bijali Mahadev offers an extensive 360 *panorama making the place worthier than any place at such height. Bijali Mahadev has a legend that every thunder strike fallen in the valley is attracted by the elongated log placed along the temple which captures powerful strikes and hits the Shivling located inside the temple. This Shivling shatters into pieces after the strike; these shattered pieces are molded together with Butter. This instance is happened infrequently but whenever thunder light strikes it is remolded again. Apart from the legend Bijali Mahadev is a holy pilgrimage in the co related area and is frequented by the people all year. So being at Bijali Mahadev will fill one with tranquility and humbleness. The trip is completed as we ride back from the point of start at Naggar and is no doubt an excellent journey indeed. After all exploring Himalaya in an Eco friendly manner would be the best way to respect and conserve nature as a decent payback.  Things to Pack Day pack, good sports shoes, sweat proof t shirt, cap , sunglasses, wind proof, extra socks, water bottle, torch, cold cream, sunscreen, toilet soap, towel and medicines that you usually use. How To Reach Distance by road:- Manali is well connected to Delhi. Take an overnight bus from Delhi and you will reach Manali in 12 ‐ 14 hours(approx 540 km's). Tickets can be booked online at www.redbus.in or www.hrtc.gov.in Tip : Since Delhi Manali is a long journey most Volvo private buses leave Delhi between 5 pm and 6 pm. The last govt bus leaves at 8.30 pm from ISBT Kashmere Gate. Volvo buses charges between Rs.1,000 to 1,400 per sector from Delhi to Manali and vice versa. Manali to Delhi: Like the onward journey, buses leave from Manali to Delhi between 4 and 5 p.m. Your tentative arrival at Delhi may be anywhere between 6 a.m and 10 a.m. Plan your onward journeys only post noon giving enough buffer for bus delay. From Manali, Naggar is 18 km. far and there are multiple buses running in every 15 minutes or one can get off at Patlikuhal which is 5 km. far from Naggar on the right bank highway. You can club a taxi or travel by a local transport to approach. Nearest Railway Station:- Nearest Railway station is Ambala (350 kms) and Chandigarh (310 kms). Tip: Regular Volvo and Buses are available from Chandigarh to Manali in the evening. Volvo buses charges between Rs.700 to Rs.1,000 per sector from Chandigarh to Manali and vice versa. Nearest Airport :- Nearest Airport is Bhuntar is 60 Kms. ​Bhuntar, which is 52 km away from Manali, is the nearest airport. Taxi services are available from Bhuntar to Manali, which costs about Rs.700‐ Rs.1,000. Bhuntar is well connected to Delhi by air. The airliners that take you to this Airport are Indian Airlines, Kingfisher airlines, MDLR Airlines and Jagson Airlines, operating flights from Delhi and Chandigarh to Kullu. Rates are excluding GST of 5% Note that the cost would vary for customized group according to their requirements.

Region: Manali ​ Total Duration – 3 Nights / 4 Days  Style Of Trip – Cycling  Maximum Altitude – 3900m/12800ft.  Grade – Moderate to strenuous  Best Season – June  to November  Accommodation – Hotel/Guesthouse; Organized Campsite  Food – On trek – All meals included  Distance – 148 Km  

Region:- Manali & Spiti    Total Duration – 4 Nights / 5 Days  Style Of Trip – Cycling  Maximum Altitude – 4200m/13750ft.  Grade – Moderate to strenuous  Best Season – June  to November  Accommodation – Hotel/Guesthouse; Organized Campsite  Food – On ride – All meals included  Distance – 250 Km Manali to Chandratal Cycling Expedition A cycling expedition from Manali to Chandratal is great experience through lush green valleys to the arid Spiti valley. The beautiful Chandratal lake is the destination for this ultimate route. The chandertal is named after two words chandra, meaning Moon and the tal is the lake. So it is called moon lake as its crescent shape. The lake is about 4km. long in distance and half a km. wide, creating a mesmerizing landscape located below the bald brown mountains at the height of 4,300m.The blue water of chandratal lake will take your breath away and reaching here on bycycles gives you another level of feel. It is one of india's best cycling route in terms of natural beauty. So one must do cycling trip on this route, anyone who is not into cycling. The route starts from manali. As on the first day we cycle about 40 km. on the manali leh highway. The route passes by the wild forests of oak, coniferous, birch trees till gulaba. The incline on this days trip is gradual but with numerous curves on the way. One has to cycle his side because turns are blind at some point and have to be alert as vehicles arrive. The forest range is left behind as we reach near to the first camp at Marhi. Marhi (3.300m.) is located few km. below the Rohtang pass. On can see the  road and the pass clearly from marhi. Next day we will ride about 45 km., pass the Rohtang top (13000ft.) and further downhill till Gramphoo. After Gramphoo the trail is moderate but unmetalled road along the river Chandra. Our destination is Chhatru (3,200m.), a desolate stop yet beautiful as its broad valley location. Chhatru is popular camping site among trekkers coming from Hampta pass or going forward to the lake or to Spiti valley. . It is a colder spot as the chilling winds come by the river. The place has both sides the mountains with the scree. There are some shops who prepare local food and rent shelters to the travelers passing by. As the sun rises next morning and the light on the bald mountains on one side and the other with darker shade creates a spectacular contrast. The route from Chhatru to Chandratal is moderate to steep at some points about 45km.  After hours of riding we reach at the road end, from where we walk a little to the lake and the emerald lake starts to emerge in front of us. The surroundings of the lake offers a great landscape that is unforgettable. If the weather is sunny one can see the reflections of the blue sky, mountains which is picturesque. Spending some time and exploration we ride back to Chhatru. Following day we wind up the camp and leave by the taxi to Manali.    

Region: Manali / Spiti.    ​Total Duration – 4 Nights / 5 Days  Style Of Trip – Cycling  Maximum Altitude – 4200m/13750ft.  Grade – Moderate to strenuous  Best Season – June  to November  Accommodation – Hotel/Guesthouse; Organized Campsite   Food – On trek – All meals included   Distance – 190 Km  

Region: Manali / Lahoul Valley/Ladakh ​ Total Duration – 11 Nights / 12 Days  Style Of Trip – Cycling  Maximum Altitude – 17582 feet.  Grade – Difficult.  Best Season – June  to September  Accommodation – Hotel/Guesthouse; Organized Campsite  Food – On trek – All meals included  Distance – 560Km   Manali Leh Khardung la Cycling  Cycling is an anchor to one’s life. The motion of the pedals makes one to feel excited. The weight of the helmet on your head makes you feel secure. High speeds and the gushing winds hitting in the face gives you a sense of freedom; and the absolute control hunching over the front wheel and the brakes giving a sense of power. Riding cycle makes you adventurous and makes you feel complete. If you are looking for a new challenge in cycling, come across to the Manali-Leh route. If you are looking for an adventure filled cycling trip in picturesque settings, there cannot be a better route than this one. Cycling 500 km over high altitude mountains, crossing some of the highest roads in the world, is no mean challenge, especially because the roads are blissfully paved and are non-existent at some places. One has to be prepared physically and mentally to complete this journey. And so, with physical fitness, mental resolve and a truckload of excitement start your journey with Himalaya destination. The overnight bus journey from Delhi to Manali is comfortable, safe and takes 14 hours to reach the destination.  One has to get off at Patlikuhl a few km’s. further from Kullu and take taxi or bus to the camp at Naggar about 5 km. from Patlikuhal. At the camp you will meet the rest of the group, consisting people of varying ages and the organizers. Moreover, the times that you were to face together invariably brings out the best in people. The experience you will get during these ten days goes beyond anything words can explain. If there are the daunting challenges of continuous up slopes, biting cold winds, and uncertain weather, there are also the joys of riding miles of down slopes, getting the first glimpse of the destination and the spell bounding beauty of the mountains. The ride starts from Manali climbing up to Marhi then over Rohtang top to Sissu and so on passing by different locations and high passes such as Bara lacha la, Lachung la, Nakee la, Tanglang la and then the highest Khardung la.  The route takes you through vast grounds of Sarchu and the plateaus of the endless More plains to nomad villages on the way. You might get a chance to see wild animals like Blue sheep, Ibex, Yaks, Marmots, wild horses etc. As we reach Rumtse the landscape turns to a bit greenish side which feels like awesome after days of seeing arid nature. Every morning you will wake up wondering what challenges the day would bring and every night you will go to sleep with the satisfaction of having lived up to another challenge. It would be more appropriate to say that each day will amble away as we pedal through it and yet in no time we find ourselves in Leh. Then to the highest motor able pass at Khardung-la at the height of 5600m. by cycle, demands a great stamina to excel at the top and less oxygen makes it more difficult to ride. But at the end once you reach the pass all the fatigue vanishes by conquering it. The feeling throughout the expedition is outstanding and one should do it once in a life for sure.    Things to Pack:  Rucksack, cotton clothes, good trekking shoes, a warm jacket,warmer, woollen or monkey cap covering head and ears, UV rays protected sunglasses, raincoat, extra socks, water bottle, torch, cold cream, sunscreen, toilet soap, towel, walking Stick and medicines that you usually use.   How To Reach Manali Distance by road:- Manali is well connected to Delhi. Take an overnight bus from Delhi and you will reach Manali in 12 ‐ 14 hours(approx 540 KMS). Tickets can be booked online at www.redbus.in or www.hrtc.gov.in Tip : Since Delhi Manali is a long journey most Volvo private buses leave Delhi between 5 pm and 6 pm. The last govt bus leaves at 8.30 pm from ISBT Kashmere Gate. Volvo buses charge between Rs.1,000 to 1,400 per sector from Delhi to Manali and vice versa. Manali to Delhi: Like the onward journey, buses leave from Manali to Delhi between 4 and 5 p.m. Your tentative arrival at Delhi may be anywhere between 6 a.m and 10 a.m. Plan your onward journeys only post noon giving enough buffer for bus delay. How to Reach Naggar: From Manali, Naggar is 18 km. far and there are multiple buses running in every 15 minutes or one can get off at Patlikuhal which is 5 km. far from Naggar on the right bank highway. Patlikuhal lies in the middle of Kullu Manali highway. You can club a taxi or travel by a local transport from Manali or Patlikuhal to approach Naggar. Nearest Railway Station:- Nearest Railway station is Ambala (350 kms) and Chandigarh (310 kms). Tip: Regular Volvo and Buses are available from Chandigarh to Manali in the evening. Volvo buses charge between Rs.800 to Rs.1,200 per sector from Chandigarh to Manali and vice versa. Nearest Airport :- Nearest Airport is Bhuntar is 60 Kms. ​Bhuntar, which is 52 km away from Manali, is the nearest airport. Taxi services are available from Bhuntar to Manali, which costs about Rs.1000‐ Rs.2,000. Bhuntar is well connected to Delhi by air. The airliners that take you to this Airport are Indian Airlines, Kingfisher airlines, MDLR Airlines and Jagson Airlines, operating flights from Delhi and Chandigarh to Kullu.