Tourism Scouts India

Dharamshala to Shimla – Cycling Tour (10 Nights / 11 Days)

Himachal Pradesh
If you are a cycling enthusiast and always look for ways and means to do cycling, then this tour is meant for you. I am sure that if you do this, this will be in your memory forever. The route passes through rugged terrains and one of the best landscapes. In 10 days you will cover the beauty of Dharamshala, Baijnath, Barot, Mandi, Banjar, Jalori Pass, Narkanda, and Shimla. We will cover mesmerizing scenic beauty when you pass through these.

If you are a cycling enthusiast and always look for ways and means to do cycling, then this tour is meant for you. I am sure that if you do this, this will be in your memory forever. The route passes through rugged terrains and one of the best landscapes. In 10 days you will cover the beauty of Dharamshala, Baijnath, Barot, Mandi, Banjar, Jalori Pass, Narkanda, and Shimla. We will cover mesmerizing scenic beauty when you pass through these.

Destination Shimla, Dharamshala, Tirthan Valley
Departure Dharamshala
Departure Time 01 April, 2021 10.00AM
Return Time 08 April, 2021 10.00AM
Included
  • 10 nights of accommodation in handpicked hotels (A single room will attract an additional supplement).
  • Meals as mentioned in the program.
  • 01 experienced guide to provide local knowledge and support.
  • Snacks and soft drinks for each day’s ride.
  • Tourism Scouts India water bottles to keep.
  • Litter Bag.
  • A mountain bike with full mechanical assistance and spare parts.
  • Ground transfers as planned in the private vehicle program (if required).
  • Team: Mechanic, cook, Support vehicles driver, English-speaking tour leader, assistants.
  • A support vehicle to carry luggage, Stocks, Spare parts, etc.
  • Luxury Van (Tempo Traveler) will be all the time as a backup for taking a group from one place to another. If a guest decides not to ride, relax for the rest of the tour.
  • First Aid Kit and Oxygen Canister: for in case of emergency.
Excluded
  • Any kind of taxes.
  • Airfare and transportation to and from the trip pick up / drop off locations.
  • Lodging before and after the trip.
  • Personal items purchased during the trip.
  • Optional activities not scheduled by Tourism Scouts India.
  • On select trips some meals are not included. On these trips, Trek Travel invites you to explore the local cuisine at your leisure.
Arrive Manali, check-in at the Hotel. Free time to relax. Followed by dinner and overnight stay in Manali.
Today will be your first day of cycling. After breakfast, you get to know our support team at 0930 hours, and bikes and necessary gear will be given to you, which will be helpful during the entire route. Tour Leader will explain to all the small things one should remember while riding on these terrains. Today's ride we term it is acclimatisation ride as today you and your body will be getting accustomed to nature, climate region etc. We will ride through McLeodGanj , Naddi, Satobari, and Bhagsu Nag & will be back in hotel before dawn. We will have our lunch mid-way. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.
Today you will be riding approx. 70 km to Bajinath via Andretta, a small village in Kangra Valley. You will be visiting Norbulinka institute en route, which is famous for keeping intact Tibetan culture in its literary and artistic forms. You will see the artist making different artwork in the institute. After visiting this, you will continue to ride towards Andretta. Today will be an easy ride as not much ascends and descends there. Once we reach Andretta, you will see different art galleries and pottery that will give you a unique experience. Later, we will continue towards Bajinath and check in. Dinner and overnight at hotel.
After having breakfast, start your ride to visit the world-famous Lord Shiva Temple in Badrinath. This temple was built in the 13th century. There are two long inscriptions on the temple porch, which show that there was a Shrine of Lord Shiva. When you see the temple structure, it will give you glimpses of medieval temple architecture known as Nagara Style. Then continue cycling towards Barot via Jogindernagar. Today we will be passing through lush green forests and beautiful tea gardens. En route, we will pass through Jhatingri at the hilltop via a little village named Tikkan before reaching Barot. Dinner and overnight at hotel.
Today, you will be cycling towards Mandi, a significant city. You will be leaving Kangra valley and will enter Kullu Valley. As the valley changes, you will see the change in hills, peaks and topography. However, the only thing that remains constant is the serenity and tranquillity that comes with these places automatically. Mandi is situated on the banks of the Beas River and is one of the major towns where all the amenities are taken for hilly areas. Mandi is also known as “Kashi of Hills” due to its history of temples. Dinner and overnight at hotel.
Today you ride to Tirthan valley this is a long day. Tirthan Valley is famous for the Great Himalayan National Park and is home to many wild animals like bears, cheetahs etc. Tirthan valley is famous for small treks from the lush green forest and flowing streams. This is a place in which you can die for. Its beauty can't be expressed in words and can only be felt. Dinner and overnight stay will be in Camp or in Guest house.
Today's ride will be moderately difficult as we will be riding uphill. After breakfast, we will start our journey towards Shoja. This is a village you want to capture in your heart and eyes as much as you want in your camera. You will see the beautiful view of the valley, peaks filled with snow, forest river streams, and much more. Not to mention peace which we all look for. Another beauty of today is we will be riding through the Great Himalayan National Park, which is home to many animals like bears, leopards, wild cats etc. Finally, we will pass through dense forest to reach today's destination, Shoja Dinner and overnight at hotel.
Today will be one of the most challenging rides in the whole journey as the road ascends towards Jalori Pass. You will be riding through forests of fir & oak, and this route will take us to the point from where we can see peaks of snow. Slowly you will see that it becomes a little colder as we climb the steep stretch to reach the pass. Once you get at the pass, stop for some time to engulf the beauty around. Then start cycling towards our next stop in Luhri. Dinner and overnight at hotel.
Today you will ride towards Narkanda, surrounded by Shivalik ranges (NH 22). This is one of the famous spots for skiing. There is ascend from here, but not to mention that this whole route is filled with so many picturesque spots that you will think about which to take and which to leave. Reach Narkanda. Dinner and overnight at hotel.
Today, it will be an easy and smooth ride as you descend from Narkanda to Shimla. Arrive Shimla where your cycling expedition will end. In the evening you can take a walking tour of Shimla and visit the Jakhoo hills, filling you with natural beauty. Since this is the last day of the Trip, you will have a gala dinner. Overnight stay in hotel.
After having morning breakfast, partner with our fellow riders, support staff & team leader. The journey ends with a lot of memories, of which some are captured with the camera lens, and some are felt and can be relived again & again.

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