Passport (valid for at least 6 months past the intended period of stay in India). Indian Tourist Visa: Citizens of several countries are now eligible for a e-Tourist Visa which can be obtained online. It is a single entry visa valid for 30 days stay. It should be obtained online before travelling to India. It can be applied for as late as 1 week before intended date of arrival in India (processing time: generally 36-48 hours). (Click here to go to Visa website) However, we suggest that you do not leave this for the last week ! Travel & Health  insurance: will cover you riding a 500cc motorcycle in India for leisure.

We only accept Pillion riders along with a rider. It means if you are an individual looking to join our tour as a co-rider on the pillion you'll need to have a "rider" on our tour who agrees to take you as a pillion. Riders who agree to take a pillion with them should be confident of handling the extra weight (specially on the Himalayan tours) which is actually easier to do on our guided tours since the luggage is being hauled by the support vehicle. For those who want to join the tour but not to ride, it is possible to book a place in a support vehicle as a passenger.

It may very depends on pillion Rider’s. Most have found the seats completely fine. But there have been some cases where the riders/pillions felt varying degrees of discomfort on long days. However, there is no doubt in fact that you will be better off with some kind of "motorcycle seat pads/cushions" like the "AIRHAWK". In case pillions not satisfied with the RE fitted seat, You need not to worry, you Can rent an AIR HAWK seat just for a tour with us as we can provide these for a very reasonable rent for the duration of your tour.

Yes, pillions are most welcome to use the support vehicle(s). However, in case of large groups (rare) where there could be big no of pillions (even rarer), if it is not possible to accommodate all pillions in the support vehicles at the same time, it shall be done on a rotational basis.

Just send us a message through one of our Contact Forms or email us directly and we shall reply with our booking form.  Once your booking is complete, we shall send you an Invoice for the tour/services opted.  If there is more than 3 months to the tour date, a 50% advance payment shall suffice to secure your spot on the tour.

We have carefully selected those  hotels that can provide you a direct experience of India’s magical history and culture and that are as breathtaking as the roads you  will riding on. We avoid the large impersonal, sanitised chains - why go to India and stay in a hotel that could be anywhere in the world? Indeed many of our hotels are Heritage, old palaces, boutique and castles converted into Hotels. We also like variety, and see the hotels as a way of directly experiencing India’s cultural and architectural richness. Many of the hotels we choose have pools and spas and all offer excellent local cuisine so you can fully unwind after a hard day's adventuring and return home both rested and inspired.  Our selected hotels are mainly for their charm.  In the Himalayas, however, at a location or two we have to stay in some basic accommodation as options are very limited (specially at desolate locations at very high altitudes).  We always book the best accommodation we can in the area for a reasonable price. Please note: if you are the last person to book a tour and have opted, it is likely that you will have to have a room on your own and will consequently be liable for the single supplement. It is advise to book a tour early.

On our all tours, facilities such as wi-fi/ internet and laundry are available at all hotels we stay.  However, on the Himalayan Tours, on 2-3 days when we stay at high altitude camps, even basic electricity is not available or is very unreliable. If it is vital that you need electrical power every night, please speak to us before booking.

We anticipate that India’s varied and delicious cuisine will be one of the highlights of your trip. It certainly is for us! The hotels we choose offer wonderful local dishes (several have their own organic farms providing wonderfully fresh produce), and have good hygiene standards. Your tour price includes all your meals. You can expect to choose between either an Indian breakfast or a continental option of bread, eggs and fruit. Lunch will often be a lighter meal (the bikers will eat at cafes on the road or a packed lunch can be provided)  and dinner is a more sumptuous affair - often a buffet of local delicacies. Many of the tours will include a chance to eat with a local family - where you will directly experience Indian family life and home-cooked food. If you are not a fan of spicy food then don’t worry, less spicy dishes can be prepared just for you or there is nearly always a western alternative on the menu. India caters well for those who are gluten intolerant (rice and lentils being their staples) and of course it is a vegetarian’s paradise! Indeed many hotels only serve vegetarian food. For those real foodies amongst you cookery classes can be arranged in several of our destinations.

We always recommend drinking bottled or filtered water (we highly recommend buying a “water-to-go bottle” which completely purifies tap water and cuts down on plastic). Lassis are a delicious Indian curd-based drink which are excellent for the digestion and of course the infamous Indian chai (milky, sweet and spiced) is available everywhere. 

Alcohol will be available in most hotels (please note that wine in India is relatively expensive and not the greatest tasting!) - however, some hotels may refuse to serve you alcohol on religious grounds or simply because their establishment does not have a license. The India Bike Tour always respects the customs of local culture and religion and would urge you to do so.

You may be wondering how much money you will need to take and in what form. Our tour costs include all accommodation, three meals a day, all transport, much of your sightseeing and all motorcycle costs where applicable. We do not, however, cover the costs of alcohol and other beverages. So the amount of money that you decide to bring depends on your appetite for Kingfisher beer and chai! Beer and wine prices are relatively expensive by Indian standards. A beer may range from $2.00 to $3.00 usd  whereas a cup of tea might cost 50-cent. There are many beautiful things to buy in India (fabrics, jewellery, carpets, clothes etc) and cash is king. Most people spend between $200 and $500 depending on their appetite for shopping! 

Cash points are generally available in most towns with the limit being $100 each withdrawal. We suggest taking around $100 us dollars  with you. Your tour guide will get you the best exchange rate possible. Travellers' cheques are pretty redundant these days. A credit card is best, failing that any Visa or Master  debit card. We also advise you to inform your bank if you plan to use your debit card in India.

Tipping is very common and as a rule we advise you to tip when the service is good - which it often is in India! The gesture is always well received and appreciated as wages in the service industry in India are generally very low.  One is not expected to tip for basic goods - tea or coffee. Your Tour Leader will advise should you feel pressurised or unsure of what to pay at any point.

Another question that people often have regarding money is whether to give to beggars. This is a very personal choice. There is no right or wrong here but as a rule we generally suggest that you resist this urge and instead donate to a worthy charitable cause. There are several charities which we work with closely and can recommend to you. Many people bring pens and school books or buy fruit and nuts to hand out. This is a great substitute for just handing over money.

However it may very depends on tour you’re taking but generally things are included in our every tours is be

WHATS INCLUDED*

·      An Experienced English Tour Leaders

·      Airport pick-up and transfers to the Hotels

·      All top accommodations

·      All meals - breakfast, lunch and dinner

·      Royal Enfield Motorcycle

·      Fuel, spares and skilled mechanic’s

·      Driver and Back-up Support 4×4 vehicle

·                     Selected Wildlife Sanctuary Safari or Tourist destinations.

·      Local guides support

·      Indian village tour and charity school visit

·      Local interested trip

·      Boat ride if on details.

WHATS NOT INCLUDED*

·      International Flights

·      A tourist Visa to cover your time in India.

·      Insurance Policy (Health and Medical)  that covers you to ride on a Motorcycle Tour .

·      Adequate Motorcycle Clothing and Helmet

·      All drinks including alcohol

One can buy pretty much anything in India - but it can take time!  Most of our tours are set in rural settings and finding a quality, good fitting helmet for example can be tricky! We therefore recommend that you bring the following:-

·         Good quality helmet

·         Goggles or sunglasses

·         Lightweight yet protective motorcycle clothing (including gloves, jacket, trousers and boots)

·         Tank bag (useful but not essential)

When you book a tour with us you will be given a full information pack about what the climate will be like throughout your tour and how to pack accordingly. You will also be advised whether you need a mosquito net and the likelihood of rain, extreme cold etc.

Many of our tours run between the Indian cool dry season and the build up of the hot dry season (pre-monsoon). It is usually a very pleasant time of year to travel India - around 30 degrees in the days and mild in the evenings, however as it is between seasons it can sometimes climb much higher than this and sometimes dip a little lower so please bring clothing to cover these scenarios. Rain can occur at any time in India, though is very unlikely between October and May. There is nearly always the risk of mosquitoes and bugs so please ensure you bring repellent.

We suggest you travel light. There will be a multitude of lovely clothes for sale en route if you are caught short and all hotels will provide a cheap and efficient laundry service. In fact you may well come home with your clothes cleaner than when you left!  Have your name on your bag clearly marked – this will help the hotels deliver the right bags to the right rooms. It is best to bring a larger suitcase and a smaller daypack.

Though Indian society is slowly modernising (especially in the cities), it is still very conservative and traditional by western standards. As a female travelling in India it is advisable to keep your shoulders and legs covered especially in rural, less travelled areas. It is well received if you keep well covered and even wear traditional Indian clothing, which is both cool and comfortable. You will also need to bring a head scarf for wearing in temples. The dress code is generally casual and comfortable though you may want to bring something smarter to wear for dinner. Of course once you are within the hotel, by the pool it is acceptable to wear swimwear. There will be more information on local customs and traditions in the information pack you will receive upon booking.

·         Insect Repellant –

 it is not the mosquito season when we are there on account of it being relatively cool but there might be mosquitoes in the more rural locations. Mosquito nets may be required on some tours

·         Hand Sanitiser

·         Face mask during COVID time

·         Torch – power cuts are not uncommon

·         First aid kit – including diocalm and rehydration salts

·         Indian fitting plug adaptor (can also be purchased in India and probably at the airport)

·         Small padlock for your bag whilst travelling on the train

·         Sun cream

·         Ear plugs (India can be noisy!)

·         Hat/head covering/shawl for ladies whilst visiting temples

We will usually meet for breakfast around 8:00 AM and discuss the day’s ride over breakfast. We briefly cover the bikes, route, riding conditions, India’s traffic rules and group riding hand signals. at 9:00 AM we start our riding for over the few hours on road and take a “chai-stop" for stretching your legs and relaxing your self. There will be regular chai-stop on the roads and one lunch stops. There will be India’s experienced riders with us. The front, middle and rear riders will be in communication with each other.

We like to keep our days around 100 to 150 miles a day on fairly good roads. Included “chai-stop”, fuel stops and lunch. 100 to 150 miles averages to be an 6 hour a day.

We like to stop at places that have great foods and are biker friendly. I can assure you that we will not be stopping at McDonalds or local junk food restaurants! All the places we stop where we can enjoy the India’s authentic cuisine. 

India-Bike-Tour does not Organise any trip in the raining season and unseasonal raining cannot be stop us, We ride in rain or shine. We will adjust our riding style and we may adjust the route but rain is just something we riders have to deal with. It’s very rare with 0 percent possibility when We will not ride if there is a possibility of icy conditions. In the rare event we must cancel a ride because of weather we will do our best to reschedule your tour.