India Unbound

About this journey

Leave the ordinary behind on an active journey through northern India—cycling rural roads, hiking mountain trails and rafting wild rivers while connecting with landscapes, villages and life beyond the usual tourist trail.

Delhi → Himalayan Foothills → Mountain Trails → River Valleys → Rishikesh → Delhi

I have never laughed so hard on a holiday. Falling off a bike, getting back on, sharing chai with a sadhu — it was pure joy.

Duration10–12 days

PaceActive & adventurous

RegionRajasthan & beyond

StyleMulti-activity

Perfect for

Active holidaymakers
Groups of friends
First-time adventure travellers
Anyone who wants to earn their stories
Travellers with a sense of humour

See it for yourself

Real moments from our tours — not stock photography. Scroll through and imagine yourself in the frame.

Large cycling group on an India tour — The group energy is infectious from day one

Celebrating cyclist on rural India tour — Every hill conquered deserves a celebration

Cyclists meeting local villagers — The best rest stops are the ones you did not plan

Cycling group refreshment break under palm trees — Cold drinks, shady palms, and stories swapped

Cyclist on road with support bus — Ride with confidence — we have your back

What you will experience

You will cycle rural roads with a full support crew, take refreshment breaks in wicker chairs under tropical shade, meet villagers and holy men, hike forest trails at sunrise, and finish with white-water rafting. Every day balances exertion with reward. You do not need to be an athlete — just willing to try.

Highlights

Guided cycling with full support vehicle
Village encounters and cultural exchanges
Jungle trail hiking at golden hour
White-water rafting on scenic rivers
Riverside camping and local cuisine

Fresh from our latest journeys

Recently captured on tour — real travellers, real moments, adding even more life to every itinerary.

Two cyclists pause on a rural road in Nainwa, Rajasthan, with a road sign and misty hills in the background — Active cyclists take a break on a scenic rural road near Nainwa in Rajasthan’s Bundi district

Cyclists gear up beside a white support van with Rajasthan license plates on a dusty roadside — A cycling tour group prepares for a ride with support vehicle in rural Rajasthan

A diverse group of cyclists poses with mountain bikes at a stone terrace overlooking rural India — A happy cycling group pauses at a scenic overlook during an active tour of rural India

Three cyclists in helmets and backpacks ride away down a paved road through dry scrubland in rural India — Pedaling through the countryside on a guided cycling adventure

Five cyclists in helmets ride mountain bikes away down a wide unpaved road through misty rural farmland — An early-morning cycling expedition through the Indian countryside

Suggested itinerary

Day 1 — Arrival

Arrive, bike fitting, safety briefing, and a welcome dinner with your fellow adventurers.

Day 2 — Village cycling

Morning ride through rural villages where children wave from doorways. Afternoon cultural stop and refreshment break under palm trees.

Day 3 — Extended ride

Longer cycling day with support vehicle. Riverside camp dinner under the stars.

Day 4 — Hike & raft

Sunrise jungle trail hike. Afternoon white-water rafting on scenic rapids — the grand finale.

Day 5 — Farewell ride

Final morning cycle, group celebration, and departure with muscles pleasantly sore and phones full of photos.

Good to know

Fitness: moderate level helpful; daily distances adjusted to the group
Equipment: quality bikes, helmets, and safety gear all provided
Support: dedicated vehicle follows the route with water, snacks, and first aid
Rafting: no experience needed; professional guides and safety equipment included

You will arrive tired in the best possible way — muscles pleasantly sore, phone full of photos, and a grin that takes days to fade. This is the trip for people who want to earn their stories.