Motorcycle Tour

Madhya Pradesh

UNESCO world heritage monuments, palaces, jungles, and tribal experiences

Step into the heart of India with a luxury motorcycle tour that puts culture at its core. Imagine cruising through history on a classic 500cc Royal Enfield, its iconic thump accompanying you on easy-riding roads as you explore not one, but three UNESCO World Heritage sites. This exclusive tour is crafted for you and a special someone to share in the wonder of India’s magnificent past and vibrant present. From the palaces of erstwhile royalty to the homes of tribal artisans, every stop on our journey offers a unique glimpse into the soul of Madhya Pradesh, and a luxury overnight stay experience.

Savor exclusive culinary delights from royal kitchens and local eateries alike, each meal a celebration of the region’s diverse flavors. Engage with tribal communities as they proudly showcase their unique culture through captivating performances, traditional food, and local brews. Watch tigers, leopards, and other wildlife in their natural habitat on jungle safaris. And as night falls, retire to accommodations that blend luxury with authenticity.

The pinnacle of our tour? A truly special New Year’s Eve celebration within the walls of a royal palace. Here, you’ll be mesmerised by the legendary Maihar Band, whose musical lineage traces back to the great masters of Indian classical music – a once-in-a-lifetime experience to usher in the new year.

Our journey takes us through the temples of Khajuraho, where ancient artisans have carved stories in stone, including the famous erotic sculptures that have intrigued visitors for centuries. And as a grand finale, we build up to the ultimate monument of love – the iconic Taj Mahal, a fitting end to our exploration of India’s cultural treasures.

Rudyard Kipling, the Nobel laureate British author, found inspiration in Madhya Pradesh’s landscapes for his classic “The Jungle Book” (1894). As you journey through the region, you’ll experience the real-life setting that fired Kipling’s imagination and served as a backdrop for his depictions of Mowgli’s adventures over a century ago, adding a literary dimension to your motorcycle adventure. This isn’t just a motorcycle tour; it’s a royal passage through time, culture, and natural splendor. Join us for an exclusive experience that goes beyond the ordinary, crafted to create memories that will last a lifetime.


Tour Dates
  • Madhya Pradesh Tour 1 – Dates TBA
  • Madhya Pradesh Tour 2 – Dates TBA
Tour Price

Rider : USD 3,490
Rider & Pillion : USD 5,490

Tour price covers
  • Royal Enfield 500cc motorcycle
  • Fuel, oil & routine maintenance
  • Stay on twin-sharing basis in hotels / swiss tents / home-stays
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks) & beverages (bottled water, juices, tea, coffee) on all days
  • Experienced English-speaking Road Captain
  • Back up vehicle for carrying luggage and other essentials
  • Mechanic throughout the tour
  • Transportation to and from local sight-seeing to select locations

Note: Anything not mentioned in the list above can be considered as not included in the tour cost.

Day 1

Arrive in Delhi

Upon your arrival in Delhi, the Ride of My Life team will welcome you at the airport and escort you to your hotel. You may choose to rest and prepare for the journey ahead or explore some of Delhi’s renowned attractions.

Day 2

Delhi to Mandu via Indore

We begin with a morning flight to Indore, followed by a drive to the village of Kunjrod, home to the royal family of Jamnia. Here, you’ll enjoy an authentic rural lunch prepared by the royal family. After lunch, you’ll be introduced to your Royal Enfield motorcycle. Take a test ride while our mechanic makes any necessary adjustments for your comfort.

Before departure, we’ll conduct a comprehensive tour briefing, covering the itinerary, safety protocols, and cultural etiquette – essential information for your journey through Madhya Pradesh.

Our first ride takes us a short 32 kms to Mandu, an ancient city dating back to the 6th century. After checking in at the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Malwa resort, we’ll attend a captivating Sound and Light show at the Jahaz Mahal (Ship Palace), built in the 15th century. The day concludes with a dinner of local specialties prepared by a homestay, complemented by a local wine.

Day 3

Mandu to Jamnia and Boriya Mal

Today’s journey follows the edge of the Malwa Plateau towards Jamnia, a short 20 km ride. In Jamnia, you’ll have the unique opportunity to engage with the local royal family and experience the area’s rich culture.

From Jamnia, we ride to the jungles of Boriya Mal, situated on the banks of the majestic Narmada river. We’ll spend the night at the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Hanuwantiya resort, a jungle resort nestled in the wilderness.

Day 4

Boriya Mal to Ratapani National Park

Our route today takes us through lush forests to Ratapani National Park. The park’s towering teak trees and diverse ecosystem offer a stark contrast to urban life. In the evening, we embark on a safari to observe the unique flora and fauna of central India, including the possibility of spotting tigers and leopards. We’ll spend the night at the luxury Jungle Brook retreat within the park.

Day 5

Ratapani to Bargi Dam

Today we ride through small villages en route to the Bargi Dam, an impressive structure on the Narmada River. The journey offers insights into rural Indian life, while the dam itself stands as a testament to modern engineering. In the evening, we’ll enjoy a cultural program, providing a window into the artistic traditions of Madhya Pradesh. We spend the night at the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Maikal resort.

Day 6

Bargi Dam to Maihar

New Year’s Eve brings us to Maihar, a town renowned for its rich musical heritage. The Maihar Gharana has produced legendary musicians such as Baba Allauddin Khan and Pandit Ravi Shankar. We’ll welcome the New Year at the Maihar Heritage Palace, the royal residence of the Maihar family, with a performance by the Maihar Band. Founded in 1918 by Baba Allauddin Khan, this fifth-generation ensemble is known for its unique instruments like the Nal-tarang and Jal-tarang.

Day 7

Brunch Trip to Panni Khoh

We start the new year with a short excursion to Panni Khoh. These natural springs, once a meditation site for the revered Yogi Shri Neelkanth Maharaj, offer a tranquil setting. We’ll enjoy a leisurely brunch before returning to Maihar for the night.

Day 8

Mainhar to Panna National Park

Our wildlife exploration continues as we ride to Panna National Park. We’ll check into Ken River Lodge, a resort on the banks of the Ken River, home to the unique Indian Gharial. An evening safari offers another opportunity to spot the elusive Bengal Tiger and other wildlife in their natural habitat.

Day 9

Day Trip to Khajuraho

After breakfast, we embark on a short 25 km ride to the world-famous Khajuraho Monuments built between 885 CE and 1000 CE. This UNESCO World Heritage site is renowned for its temples adorned with intricate sculptures, some notably erotic in nature. After exploring these remarkable monuments, we return to our resort in Panna for the night.

Day 10

Panna to Orchha

Today we ride to the ancient town of Orchha, dating back to the 16th century. Situated on the banks of the Betwa River, Orchha appears frozen in time, boasting an array of historical monuments from palaces to cenotaphs. After checking into The Bundelkhand Riverside Heritage Hotel and having lunch, we’ll explore the town’s architectural marvels. The evening brings a change of pace with a river rafting excursion, followed by a taste of Orchha’s famous samosas.

Day 11

Orchha to Agra

We bid farewell to Madhya Pradesh as we ride to Agra in Uttar Pradesh. Home to the iconic Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri, both UNESCO World Heritage sites, Agra provides a fitting finale to our journey. These monuments, built in the 16th and 17th centuries, offer profound insights into Mughal architecture and history. Agra is also renowned for its handicrafts, providing an excellent opportunity to acquire souvenirs of your Indian adventure.

Day 12

Agra to Delhi

Our motorcycle tour concludes as we board a comfortable train for the less than two-hour journey back to Delhi. Upon arrival, you’ll have access to a hotel room until the following morning. The next day, you will be dropped off at New Delhi international airport for your flight back home.

Rajasthan, literally meaning “The Land of Kings”, is located in the north west of India and is the country’s largest state by land area. It is widely renowned for its rich history and culture showcased equally by royal forts & palaces, as well as village huts in the middle of nowhere. It is also popular for the Thar Desert, India’s only hot desert. But there is more to Rajasthan than what is mentioned in travel guides.

Our 12 day tour offers many surprises and unique experiences that isn’t found in the usual tours. We also include hills (Aravallis), dams / water reservoirs, forest reserves, and some of the least travelled roads and remotest villages in the country. We have carefully amalgamated the cultural and the less-explored Rajasthan in our tour, so you leave with experiences full of mesmerising beauty and adventure.

People

The state’s tourism tagline, which goes “Padharo Mhare Des”, literally means “welcome to my region”. It’s a clue that hospitality is a Rajasthani’s strongest suit. English is spoken in urban as well as some of the rural regions. Hindi is spoken almost everywhere.

Terrain

Over the last few years, the state government has done extremely well in ensuring road connectivity to almost all cities and major villages. During this tour, in addition to highways, you will ride through wildlife sanctuaries, hills and village dirt tracks.

Weather

April to June – Rajasthan’s summers are considered to be the hottest in the whole country. While the scorching sun remains in the sky, the temperatures go as high as 45 degrees celsius. At night, temperatures usually drop till 24 degrees celsius.

July to September – When it is pouring heavily in the other parts of India, the state of Rajasthan gets moderate rains. Nevertheless, it is enough to bring down the mercury to a comfortable 24 to 35 degrees celsius bracket.

January to March – Winters in Rajasthan can be quite cold; the temperature varies from 10 to 27 degrees celsius. However, in some regions, such as near the sand dunes, it can drop to 7 degrees celsius.

For more information on Rajasthan, visit the official tourism website or the Wikipedia page.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Here is a list of frequently asked questions. If your question is not in this list, just contact us.

Each tour will have a road captain and a support vehicle with a mechanic on board.

Depending on the tour you select, it will either be a Royal Enfield 500cc motorcycle or a 411cc Royal Enfield Himalayan dual-sport motorcycle with gears on the left and the brake on the right hand side.

We keep aside half a day at the start of your tour for this very important exercise. On this day, you ride with an experienced road captain and support staff to get the hang of riding a Royal Enfield on the left hand-side of the road.

On our tours, we have identical make and model of Royal Enfield motorcycles for all riders and road captains. This ensures that we have adequate spares and required tools in case of any breakdown. Hence we do not allow riders to do the tour on their motorcycle.

No, we have back-up vehicles on all our tours that will carry your luggage for you. But you should carry your valuables like passport, cash, camera and other important equipment with you at all the time. We shall be providing you with a tank bag for the same.

Yes, there is a restriction on the number of riders for every tour. The main reason behind this is to keep the group size small for us to interact with each rider personally and give them a Ride of their Life. The maximum riders we take on a tour are mentioned on the individual tour pages.

Yes, you surely can. We believe that the travel experience is more enhanced when you have your partner with you on the journey. That is why we have discounted couple packages for our tours. Please note that if you book the couple package, we only provide one motorcycle.
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Ideally, your partner should be riding with you on the back seat of your motorcycle. But occasionally, they can travel in the back-up vehicle. Back-up vehicle are primarily for support staff and to carry your luggage, motorcycle spares and tools. Each back-up vehicle acts as support vehicle and will always tail the group maintaining a certain time distance.
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We are motorcyclists and are well aware of the fact that when a motorcyclist really decides to do a route, he will do it come what may. But to join our tour, you should have a reasonable level of fitness at the time of the tour and at least one year experience of riding a motorcycle. Most of our tours are on routes that are physically enduring.

The same applies to your partner/ spouse riding on the back seat of your motorcycle with you. He or she must have some experience riding behind a motorcycle and fitness level appropriate for such an adventure.

You should also have a valid motorcycle driver license and additional permits to ride internationally. If your partner is also taking turns riding the motorcycle, he or she would require the same set of documents.

You would also need travel insurance that includes riding a motorcycle in India.

Different countries and companies have their own policies, but you should pick one that covers you for your entire period of travel. The policy should also cover you for riding motorcycles, unexpected curtailment of the holiday, medical expenses arising overseas, loss or damage to luggage & property and personal liability claims against the participant and emergency evacuation.

We definitely are not making you climb Mount Everest. But if you can climb few flights of stairs without getting breathless, you are fit enough! But you should consult your doctor if you want to join any of the tours to Ladakh, where all the action is at high altitudes.

The risk factor is about the same when you drive or ride to work every day in your country. Just because you are riding a motorcycle in India does not mean that all of a sudden you are in a high risk zone. Motorcyclists around the world get overwhelmed after watching images and videos of Indian traffic, but all our tours are in remote regions of India where traffic is minimal. It all depends on your mindset, whether you want to call tough riding conditions as adventure or risk, or understand the paradox behind this argument.

We will arrange transportation to the nearest doctor / hospital immediately. We do carry a basic first-aid kit with us.

Our motorcycles are covered under third-party insurance and don’t cover accidental damages. We trust that you will, in good faith, cover the cost of repairs in case of any unlikely damages caused by you.

Ideally, you should wear certified waterproof riding gear, riding boots, riding gloves along with a helmet. But if you do not have riding gear, wear clothing that will give you some protection in the unlikely event of a spill. As a minimum, you should wear the following: Footwear that protects your feet and your ankles (hiking boots are good). Durable pants-leather is best; but you can make do with jeans, work pants, or something similar. An abrasion resistant jacket that zips or buttons up close to the neck. For the Ladakh tour, you would also need a pair of thermal inner wear to combat the cold. Please make sure your riding gear is waterproof or you have a separate rain gear. You should also pack nightwear and casual clothing and footwear for your time away from the motorcycle.

To book a tour you have to fill this form. After receiving your details, we will send you the bank transfer information. You will then have to pay the booking amount as per the tour you have chosen. The balance amount will be payable not later than three months before the start of the tour.

You should book the tour as soon as you are sure of making it. For all our tours, we have limited seats, so book as soon as you can.

Yes, you should meet your doctor and he would be the best judge on the precautions you need to take depending on your medical history.

It is a tour specific question, in some tours, we cover all your expenses, but in some budget tours, we do not cover all your expenses. Details of the same are mentioned on each ride page. If you plan to shop around or need Indian currency for personal needs, you should bring INR (Indian Rupees) available at various establishments at the airport or in major cities around the world. You should bring cash depending on how much you intend to spend on personal shopping. Don’t count on Traveller’s cheques or credit cards being accepted at the places that we are visiting. You can check currency conversion rate to Indian Rupees at http://www.xe.com/ucc/

Since most tours are in remote parts of India, you will not have access to ATM machines every day, but once we are in small towns you can avail of this facility. You will need to check with your bank if they would allow withdrawals at Indian ATMs, though.

It is a tour specific question, for most of our tours, where night stay is at Hotels or campsites, a mattress/blanket is provided by the respective establishment. But for tours that involve a lot of camping, you would need to bring your own sleeping bag. Tents will be provided by us.

On all our tours, we would serve hygienic Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian food. Depending on the tour you take, your meals will be made by our cooking team while camping or by the hotel or campsite staff when we stay at their facility.

Bottled water is included only in the luxury tours.

Usually late in the afternoon, a few hours after lunch. In the luxury tours, we would also be providing you with biscuits, dry fruits and nuts that you can carry in your tank bag.

It is a tour specific question. For our budget tours, the stay is at guesthouses and for the other tours it is at well-established hotels.

If we are staying at a hotel or fixed campsite, you would have proper toilet facilities and if we have set up our own tents, you perform your duties out in the open. During a day’s ride, toilets would usually not be available.

Yes, lodging for all our tours are on double-occupancy basis, but you can choose to avail of single-occupancy lodging for an additional charge.

No, you will have tent a to yourself.

You should carry the medicines you have to take for your present medical condition. We would be carrying general medicines for basic illnesses.


Depends from person to person. If you are into photography, you can bring the camera of your choice. If not, a simple point and shoot digital camera to save your tour memories should be sufficient. Avoid carrying too much equipment because it will be very cumbersome to manage it on the tour.

You can recharge your electronics through power outlets on the days we have hotel accommodation. Note that in India, the power mains run at 220v. Most modern electronic device chargers support both 110v and 220v but do check each charger / device in advance since 110v chargers and devices will not work without a special adapter.

The standard plug socket is also of a different kind. You will need to get converter plugs to enable your chargers and devices to plug into standard Indian wall sockets.

While we are camping, you can recharge your equipment using the 12v DC connection in our back-up vehicles. Note that you will need 12v car chargers for your equipment in this case.

No, all your luggage would be carried in the back-up vehicle.

If you have international roaming activated on your mobile phone plan, it will work in places where network coverage is available. But you might want to check with your cell phone company for related tariff and compatibility.

You will have access to the internet in major town and cities, but in remote regions of Himalayas you will have zero access.

You would not be riding at more than 30-40 mph (60-70 kph) on any given day. Apart from the obvious safety reasons, we advocate riding slow for you to enjoy and absorb the landscape.

After judging the situation on the ground, the Road Captain will take a call on the alternate route.

No, but we can guide you to the best of our knowledge to make your stay in India comfortable before and after the tour dates. There will be no consultation fees for the same.

No.
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Our couple package entitles you to only one motorcycle. If both of you want to ride separate motorcycles, you will have to book separately as individual riders.