We invite you to participate in an exotic experience of traveling by one of the oldest modes of transportation. Cycling through lush green forests, friendly mountains, inviting meadows and quaint Garhwali villages.. get closer to purity of Nature.. purity of Mankind.. feel the experience of traveling on less known paths, which used to be the ancient walkways of pilgrims on their spiritual voyages to Badrinath, Kedarnath and other places of religious interest.
Come join these Multi-day expeditions for an experience which would tend to be unmatched...
Day 00 Overnight train Delhi-Haridwar (Mussourie Express ).
Day 01
Participants arrive at Haridwar Railway station, road travel to Deoprayag. After a short briefing at Deoprayag, participants are introduced to the mountain cycles which are to be used by them on the trip. The team would comprise of 5-7 participants on mountain bikes, and a supporting vehicle which will carry all camping gear, rations, spares etc.
Expected cycling would be of about 3-4 hours with enroute picnic style lunch. Camp would be setup ahead of Beas Ghat. Lively bonfire and barbeque etc would be the norm and all participant involvement is necessary to get the best.
Day 02
Wakeup to the sounds of nature. The surroundings are pure. With hardly any vehicles running on this route, the peace would be overwhelming.
Camp wind up happens in parallel, while breakfast is organised. After a nourishing breakfast, participants embark on the second day of their adventure, through meadows and forests in the Pauri Garhwal area.
Cycling time of about 4 hours would take the team through a spectrum of sceneries spanning from small garhwali villages to forests. Set up camp around 4 pm in evening.
Day 03
The last day of the trip will see the participants weave through the green hills. The path will open up again besides the Ganges. The journey ends at Rishikesh where they would pass through the town and cross over the Suspension bridge to arrive at Tapovan. After a short snacks break, the team would be driven to a resort at Raiwala where they would celebrate the successful finish of the enchanting travel, and would share ( and re-share ) the memories. A hearty dinner later, the participants would be dropped at Haridwar Railway station to board overnight train to Delhi ( Mussourie Express ).
HIGHLIGHTS !!
The Bike! - State-of-the-art, high performance aluminium alloy mountain bike
- Disc brakes on front and rear wheels
- 21 speed Shimano Gears with the latest grip shift mechanism
- Top Quality Professional Mountain cycling helmet
- Multiple suspension frames
- Special Alloy rim wheels for Mountain terrains
- Quick release kind of adjustable seat
- Professional grade Gel Seats
Camping Gear - High quality nylon expedition Dome Tents (twin share)
- Sleeping Bags/mat based arrangement
Logistics - Dedicated support vehicle with required manpower
- Self supported Outdoor kitchen arrangement & Misc Camping gear
- All arrangements pre-organized ex Haridwar
Yourself ! - Basic fitness is required
- Ability to cycle
- Familiarity to multi-gear cycles would be nice (but not mandatory)
- You should be willing to take on challenge
- Be willing to be a team player and above all, a good company !