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North India Motorcycle Expedition

Our premier 16-day winter loop. Experience the royal palaces of Udaipur, the Pink City of Jaipur, the Taj Mahal, holy Rishikesh, sacred Varanasi, and the erotic carvings of Khajuraho — perfectly paced with rest days every 2-3 days.

Demanding16 DaysIntermediate
16 Days / 15 NightsDemandingIntermediate

Expedition brief

Led by our veteran road captains alongside core riders like Mahee and Rajesh, the North India expedition is a dive into the chaotic, intense, and spiritual heart of the country.

It operates primarily in the winter months (October - March) when the climate across Rajasthan and the northern plains is crisp, sunny, and ideal for motorcycle touring.

Carefully balanced according to our expedition rest rule: riders never ride more than 3 consecutive days without a dedicated day off at major cultural treasures like the royal lakes of Udaipur, the yoga capital of Rishikesh, and the sacred ghats of Varanasi.

From desert royalty to river spirituality and deep central Indian tiger forests, this is the definitive grand winter tour of India.

Route snapshot

Hyderabad → Sambhajinagar → Ahmedabad → Udaipur → Jaipur → Agra (Taj Mahal) → Rishikesh → Varanasi → Khajuraho → Jabalpur → Nagpur → Hyderabad

Start & Finish🏁 Hyderabad (HQ Base)
Group size8 riders
Media promiseDrone, 360° and GoPro coverage are included where conditions and local permissions allow. Each rider receives a professionally edited expedition video after the ride.
🏁OFFICIAL STARTING BASE: HYDERABAD (DAY 1)
🗺️ INTERACTIVE MAP & FLY-IN GATEWAYS

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Highlights

✦Royal Lake Pichola and City Palace in Udaipur (dedicated rest day)✦The Pink City of Jaipur and iconic Amber Fort✦The Taj Mahal at sunrise in Agra✦White-water rafting and yoga on the Ganges in Rishikesh (dedicated rest day)✦Sacred sunrise boat ride and evening Ganga Aarti in Varanasi (dedicated rest day)✦UNESCO World Heritage erotic temples of Khajuraho✦Central India reset in Nagpur before the triumphant return sprint

Expedition Class II — EXPEDITION

THE CHALLENGE

Not a vacation. Not a motorcycle rental. An expedition across India & Nepal — long days, real altitude, remote terrain, and a crew that treats the route as a serious operation.

Multi-region, demanding riding.

High-speed national expressways, desert plains of Rajasthan, Aravalli mountain switchbacks, the spiritual Ganges riverbanks, and ancient temple corridors.

ROUTE TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY

How Demanding Is This Route?

Scale 1 to 10
Overall Challenge
6.8
Desert Sand & Rural Tracks
5.5
High-Altitude Acclimatization
3.8
High-Speed Liaisons & Endurance
8.4
Traffic Density & Navigation
6.2
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INTERACTIVE ELEVATION PROFILE

The Altitude & Mountain Pass Journey

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Peak Altitude1,220 m~4,003 ft
0m375m750m1125m1500mMT. ABU 1,220m ⛰UDAIPUR PALACE
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Rest Base / Acclimatization
Start / Finish

Day-by-day itinerary

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Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Recovery and light days

  • Day 4 (Udaipur): Royal palaces and private boat cruise on Lake Pichola.
  • Day 8 (Rishikesh): White-water rafting and yoga on the sacred Ganges.
  • Day 11 (Varanasi): Sunrise boat on the ghats and evening Ganga Aarti ceremony.
  • Day 15 (Nagpur): Pre-finish bike check and relaxation before the final sprint.

Final day and arrival

  • Day 16 concludes the 16-day grand winter loop back at Real India base in Hyderabad.
  • From the palaces of Rajasthan to the Taj Mahal, Himalayan foothills, and sacred Varanasi ghats.
  • Official patch award, finish certificates, and gala celebration dinner with the entire convoy.
🛡️ TOTAL FIELD SAFETY

Dedicated 5-Person Support Crew on Every Convoy

Backed by a Lead Ride Captain, Sweep Mechanic, 4x4 Chase Truck with spares and medical O2, 4K Cinema Drone Filmmaker, and 24/7 Bilingual Concierge.

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Included

  • Motorcycle, expedition captain, mechanic and support vehicle.
  • Accommodation during the expedition and the meals stated in the confirmed itinerary.
  • Fuel for the expedition motorcycle, permits and planned route logistics.
  • Emergency first-aid kit and expedition oxygen where relevant to the route.

Not included

  • Flights, visas, personal spending and alcoholic drinks.
  • Personal travel insurance, medical treatment and evacuation costs.
  • Refundable motorcycle security deposit of USD 750–1,000 on arrival.

Rider requirements

  • Valid passport and the correct India/Nepal visa for the itinerary.
  • Valid motorcycle licence plus International Driving Permit (IDP).
  • Travel medical insurance covering adventure motorcycle touring and emergency assistance.
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