India Multi-Adventure Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
India Multi-Adventure Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
9 days
8 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere & Deluxe Hotels
2025: Oct-Dec2026: Jan-Mar, Oct-Dec2027: Jan-Mar
Rajasthan's Caravan Routes & Desert Palaces
In a land overflowing with raw energy, peace can be found. In ornate palaces and quiet desert. And in our luxury hotels—some of the world’s finest. Join us. It’s time to experience India.
Highlights
- Cycle and hike through the energetic Indian countryside past small villages, ancient temples and stately palaces
- Above the indigo-washed city of Jodhpur, discover 15th-century Mehrangarh Fort, an architectural marvel
- Explore the Thar Desert as nomads have for centuries—on camelback!
- Interact with our Indian friends as you’re warmly welcomed into a vibrant and culturally rich land
- Revel in exquisite accommodations, from former raja estates to a hotel recently named the world’s best
StartJodhpur
EndUdaipur
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Travel through local history, from maharaja kingdoms to British rule and India’s dynamic present • Explore Jodhpur’s staggering 15th-century Mehrangarh Fort • Gaze out over the Blue City, where indigo-washed houses provide a stunning contrast with the warm desert surroundings • Enjoy a culturally rich bike ride to Bishnoi, stopping at a shimmering lake to admire the region’s animal life, from owls to camels • Settle in and feel at home with a true Indian feast.
Nights 1-2
One of the world’s largest private residences, this royal palace has been transformed into an opulent hilltop hotel, with 26 acres of gardens and mesmerizing views.
Day 3
Relive a classic Indian form of travel—a camel caravan across desert sand—and spend a night in safari-style tents (with all the amenities, of course) • Pedal past rolling dunes and farmland brimming with crops.
Night 3
Enjoy stunning sunrises and dazzling night skies in this remote desert tented camp with simple but comfortable amenities.
Days 4-5
Bike and walk past colorful temples • Hike to the village of Manvar and visit the homes of local farmers • Journey to the ancient trade town of Pali, followed by a walk up Elephant Mountain • Get a taste of daily life in India's isolated hill region on a guided walking tour of Narlai • At an ancient stepwell illuminated by hundreds of floating candles, take in a traditional music performance.
Nights 4-5
This 17th-century fortress midway between the cities of Jodhpur and Udaipur once served as a luxurious hunting lodge. (pool, spa)
Days 6-7
Rise early to salute the sun from your yoga mat • From Ranakpur, a breathtaking 14th-century Jain temple with 1,444 intricately carved pillars, cycle to the opulent Devi Garh, our home for two nights • Venture into the countryside on foot and get a close look at daily life in rural townships.
Nights 6-7
Guarding the road to the Udaipur Valley, this palace-turned-luxury hotel welcomes us with fabulous amenities and comfort. (pool, spa)
Days 8-9
Cycle past temples en route to the lakes of Udaipur • Treat yourself to some R&R at one of the world’s most luxurious and romantic hotels • Cruise past the Lake Palace and get a new perspective on the city skyline.
Night 8
This exquisite hotel located on Lake Pichola has perfected the art of hospitality. Travel + Leisure World’s Best. (pool, spa)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
On this trip we stay in several wonderful properties, chosen either for their grandeur or location, many of which rank among the world’s finest hotels. On one night we stay at Manvar Desert Camp, a remote tented retreat that provides a taste of old Rajasthan—and is often cited by our guests as the most special stay of the trip. And while the historic Rawla Narlai brims with character and romantic charm, the hotel is a bit more casual than our other hotels.
As wonderfully fulfilling as travel is in India, it’s not always easy. Within congested areas, even something as simple as crossing the road can be daunting—you may be sharing it at any one time with cars, pedestrians, rickshaws, bikes, scooters and even cows! Our itineraries and Trip Leaders remove as many obstacles and inconveniences as possible, but keep in mind that India is a developing country where different attitudes, litter and scenes of poverty can sometimes be jarring.
To better traverse the less-than-ideal and ever-changing cycling conditions, we use mountain bikes with touring tires on this trip.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-2
Premiere Hotel
One of the world’s largest private residences, this royal palace has been transformed into an opulent hilltop hotel, with 26 acres of gardens and mesmerizing views.
Night 3
*Deluxe Hotel
Enjoy stunning sunrises and dazzling night skies in this remote desert tented camp with simple but comfortable amenities.
Nights 4-5
*Deluxe Hotel
This 17th-century fortress midway between the cities of Jodhpur and Udaipur once served as a luxurious hunting lodge. (pool, spa)
Nights 6-7
Premiere Hotel
Guarding the road to the Udaipur Valley, this palace-turned-luxury hotel welcomes us with fabulous amenities and comfort. (pool, spa)
Night 8
Premiere Hotel
This exquisite hotel located on Lake Pichola has perfected the art of hospitality. Travel + Leisure World’s Best. (pool, spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
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Review Snapshot
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Reviewed by 8 customers
Best Backroads trip yet
The people of India made the trip memorable. We stayed in beautiful places but it was the smiles of the people that set this trip apart.
Incredible Experience
Every minute of this trip was perfectly orchestrated. There was a wonderful balance between engaging in cultural activities, riding through the back roads of India, walking through villages, and eating great food. I was skeptical as to whether a "group tour" could feel authentic, but Backroads makes it happen on this trip. The local guides have contacts with local people and create experiences you would not have on your own. This trip exceeded our expectations in every way.
Simply amazing - best backroads trip I've done to date
Not everyone loves India - but it is truly an amazing country and a Backroads trip is the way to see the best of India. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending this trip - it was my 5th Backroads trip and hands down the best one. India is incredible and quickly changing - don't miss out!
An Up Close Experience with a Company We Know and Trust
What a wonderful way to experience India. The culture and colors are fascinating. I saw or learned something new literally around every corner. We felt welcome everywhere we visited. Thanks to exceptional trip leaders Caterina and Chuck who inspired us through their passion for the region and local guide Shiv who loved sharing his extensive knowledge and stories about his country. India overwhelmed our senses when we first arrived but it became a pleasure to experience as we acclimated to the sights, scents, tastes, and sounds of the stimulating environment.
An amazing experience in India!
This entire trip was very well run. The guides and support staff were all fantastic and the experience they helped provide us of traveling in India was amazing (from dodging cars/scooters/cows/dogs/camels/pigs/people while bike riding to visiting beautiful temples). We learned so much about the culture, people and history of India! Thank you for another incredible trip! I'd highly recommend this one to anyone wanting a true adventure.
Incredible India
My wife and I had an amazing trip to India with Backroads. The guides and support staff were exceptional and very flexible with our needs and activity preferences. The hotels were 5 star and the service was top rate and the food was great. Traveling to India is challenging but traveling with Backroads made it most enjoyable. I had my reservations of traveling to India but I am so glad we went and biked and hiked through Rajasthan. The best part was meeting people from India and learning about their culture first hand.
Excellent trip! Terrific accommodations and superb guides!!
Overall we had a terrific time on our backroads trip to India. Traveling to India is a challenging place to visit, but our guides did a wonderful job of making us feel safe and comfortable and share lots of laughs throughout our journey!!
Backroads has removed all the excuses to avoid India!
India has always been an intriguing mystery until my recent multi sport trip to the Rajasthan region. WOW! Backroads has created a trip that was safe, fun, educational and challenging while ensuring that none of the 16 guests on our trip had a hint of gastrointestinal upset. The guides Chuck and Caterina really know India and they have assembled an unforgettable experience in a corner of the world that few people feel comfortable visiting on their own. Do this trip!
Dates & Prices
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