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Layered Himalayan ridges at dawn with a rider on a winding road

Kumaon Himalayan Motorcycle Tour

Quiet ridges, old villages and big views

A relaxed week through Kumaon’s forests and viewpoints — an ideal first Himalayan ride.

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Duration
7D / 6N
Distance
750 km
Start / End
Kathgodam
Max altitude
2,300 m
Next departure
7 Nov – 13 Nov 2026
From
₹30,000
Riding difficulty
Easy

The expedition

Overview

Short riding days, comfortable stays and some of the best Himalayan panoramas in India. A great introduction to mountain riding.

Duration
7 days / 6 nights
Distance
750 km
Start → End
Kathgodam → Kathgodam
Highest altitude
≈ 2,300 m
Riding
Paved hill roads
Category
Heritage Touring

Who is this ride for?

Riders new to the mountains and pillion couples.

Highlights

  • Layered Himalayan ridges at dawn with a rider on a winding road

    Binsar ridge

    Sunrise over a 300 km stretch of Himalayan peaks.

  • Forested switchbacks below snow peaks

    Kausani

    Viewpoint town above the Garur valley.

Route map

Stop locations are approximate and the line on the map is indicative only, not the exact road.

Dashed line is an indicative connection between stops, not the road route.

Select a day

Overview

  • Kathgodam· Day 1
  • Nainital· Day 1
  • Ranikhet· Day 2
  • Kausani· Day 3
  • Chaukori· Day 4
  • Binsar· Day 5
  • Almora· Day 6
  • Kathgodam· Day 7

Day-by-day itinerary

Distances and riding times are estimates; mountain conditions can change the plan on the day.

  1. Short ride to the lake town.

    Route
    Kathgodam → Nainital
    Overnight
    Nainital

Dates & availability

Departures

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Pricing & packages

Prices are per person, plus 5% GST. Departure-specific prices are shown when you book. An advance of 25% secures your place.

  • Rider with company motorcycle

    Includes motorcycle rental.

    ₹47,000

  • Rider with own motorcycle

    Bring your own motorcycle.

    ₹38,000

  • Pillion passenger

    Shares a motorcycle with a rider.

    ₹30,000

  • Twin-sharing (default)

    Accommodation included in the rider price on twin-sharing basis.

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What’s included

Included

  • Accommodation on twin-sharing basis
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • Ride leader

Not included

  • Travel to Kathgodam
  • Fuel
  • Lunches
  • Personal insurance

Accommodation

Heritage hotels and comfortable resorts.

Motorcycles & support

    Luggage: Support vehicle.

    Frequently asked questions

    Is this tour suitable for beginners?

    It is suitable for riders new to the mountains who are already confident on a motorcycle.

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