Cycling Expedition

Tour de Shivaliks

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Start / End Point

Chandigarh

Distance

410 Kms

Durations

7 Nights & 8 Days

Highest Point

Jakhu Temple, Shimla — ~2,455 m

Format

3 Mountain Tour Days + 3 City Tour Days

Terrain

Easy city rides + Moderate to Challenging mountain climbs

The Tour De Shivaliks 2026 is an edition of CAI’s signature Shivalik expedition — built entirely around Chandigarh, the City Beautiful. Where most Himalayan rides simply pass through the plains on the way to the hills, this one turns Chandigarh itself into a destination: sunrise laps around Sukhna Lake, a trail of lesser-known dams, a heritage steam-era railway yard, and a full day dedicated to the city’s iconic architecture and museums — bookended by three genuine mountain climbing days into Kasauli and Shimla.
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Day 0 Arrival in Chandigarh | Briefing, Meetup & Bicycle Handover +

Start/End Elevation: ~350 m

  • Arrival in Chandigarh and transfer to the designated hotel
  • Check-in and welcome meetup with the CAI team and fellow riders
  • Registration, kit verification, and bicycle handover — helmet, brakes, and tyre inspection
  • Expedition briefing: route overview, daily plan, safety protocols, and support crew introduction
  • Evening food market tour through Chandigarh's street-food lanes
  • Early lights out before the tour begins
Day 1 Chandigarh Lakes & Dams Trail +

Distance: ~60 km
Start/End Elevation: ~350 m | Mostly flat with rolling stretches

  • Early morning ride to Sukhna Lake for sunrise "lake darshan"
  • Visit the Open Hand Monument and the Garden of Silence
  • Ride out to Jayanti Devi Dam, followed by Siswan Dam and Mirzapur Dam
  • Return to the city; free time to rest and recover
  • Evening at Sector 17 Market — Chandigarh's central plaza, shopping, and cafés
Day 2 Chandigarh to Kasauli | Via the Historic Kalka Railway Yard +

Distance: ~65 km
Start Elevation: 350 m | End Elevation: ~1,900 m | Total Ascent: +1,200 m

  • Departure from Chandigarh towards Kalka
  • Stop at the Kalka Railway Yard to see the heritage narrow-gauge line before the climb begins
  • Ascend into the hills via the old Kalka–Kasauli route — a quiet, largely traffic-free mountain road through lush green forest
  • Arrival in Kasauli, hotel check-in and recovery
  • Evening leisure time in Kasauli's colonial-era market
Day 3 Kasauli to Shimla | Himalayan Climbs & The Ridge +

Distance: ~65 km
Start Elevation: 1,900 m | End Elevation: ~2,200 m | Total Ascent: +900 m | Total Descent: –600 m

  • Early breakfast and departure from Kasauli
  • Continued climb through rolling hill terrain towards Shimla
  • Arrival at The Ridge, Shimla's iconic heritage square
  • Hotel check-in, recovery, and evening at the Ridge and Mall Road
Day 4 Jakhu Temple & the Descent to Chandigarh +

Distance: ~115 km
Start Elevation: 2,200 m | Highest Point: Jakhu Temple, ~2,455 m | End Elevation: 350 m | Total Descent: ~2,100 m

  • Morning climb to Jakhu Temple — the tour's highest point, with panoramic Shivalik views
  • Begin the long descent back towards the plains
  • Checkpoints en route for hydration and refuelling
  • Arrival back in Chandigarh; hotel check-in and recovery
Day 5 Chandigarh City Tour | Architecture & Heritage +

Distance: ~20–25 km Cycling / Support Vehicle options

  • City tour covering Rock Garden, Le Corbusier Centre, Air Force Heritage Centre, Doll Museum, and the High Court
  • Free time through the afternoon
  • Evening in Chandigarh's café district, followed by dinner
Day 6 Ride to Morni Hills | Nature Camp Route & Village Descent +

Distance: ~85–90 km round trip (estimate)
Start/End Elevation: ~350 m | Highest Point: Morni Hills, ~1,220 m

  • Ride out to Morni Hills via the Nature Camp route
  • Time at Morni for views and a break before the return leg
  • Descent back to Chandigarh via village back-roads — the tour's most playful, free-flowing riding of the week
  • Evening free for rest and packing
Day 7 Farewell Breakfast, Memento & Checkout +

Start/End Elevation: ~350 m

  • Breakfast together as a group
  • Memento distribution and closing group photo
  • Hotel checkout and departure for onward journeys

Included


  • ✔️All accommodations on sharing basis (Hotel / Camps / Stays)
  • ✔️All meals – Veg / Non-Veg (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) with Tea/Coffee
  • ✔️Chandigarh – Pick & Drop from Airport / Railway Station / Bus Stand
  • ✔️MTB / HYBRID Bicycle for Tour – Trek Merlin 6 ( 1x10 )

Excluded


  • Government taxes (if applicable)
  • Personal expenses (Laundry, tips, calls, room service, etc.)
  • Cycling accessories / personal gear
Included & Excluded
Included
Excluded
  • ✔️All accommodations on sharing basis (Hotel / Camps / Stays)
  • ✔️All meals – Veg / Non-Veg (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) with Tea/Coffee
  • ✔️Chandigarh – Pick & Drop from Airport / Railway Station / Bus Stand
  • ✔️MTB / HYBRID Bicycle for Tour – Trek Merlin 6 ( 1x10 )
  • ✔️Tour Marshal for support & guidance
  • ✔️First Aid support + Medical kit
  • ✔️Designer Jersey / Merchandise for participants
  • ✔️Tour photography & videography
  • ✔️Goody Bag (Energy bars / ORS / Snacks / Essentials)
  • ✔️Bicycle assembly on arrival & packing support on return
  • ✔️Pre-expedition training material / guidance
  • ✔️Support vehicles for luggage & essentials
  • ✔️Technical / Mechanical support team
  • ✔️Reflective safety gear (Vest / Tape)
  • ✔️Tour coordination team with riders
  • ✔️Momento for successful completion
  • ✔️Luggage limit defined (up to 15 kg per rider)
  • ✔️Daily route briefing, safety protocols & orientation sessions
  • ✔️Grand Farewell Party (Day 5 in Chandigarh)
  • ✔️Daily hydration support at checkpoints (Water, ORS, Energy bars)
  • ✔️Dedicated event coordination team & ground staff (more structured ops support)
  • Government taxes (if applicable)
  • Personal expenses (Laundry, tips, calls, room service, etc.)
  • Cycling accessories / personal gear
  • Return travel / tickets from endpoint (Leh / Chandigarh)
  • Anything not explicitly mentioned under inclusions
  • Travel to and from Chandigarh (clearly defined start/end point)
  • Major bicycle repairs, spare parts replacement, or damage
  • Travel insurance (recommended but not included)
  • Medical expenses beyond basic first-aid support
  • Entry fees for optional activities (Kufri, sightseeing, etc.)
  • Any cost due to weather conditions, roadblocks, or unforeseen situations

🚴Cycling Gear & Basics

  • Helmet
  • Front headlight & tail light
  • Water bottle / sipper
  • Cycling gloves
  • Cycling shoes / sports shoes
  • Cycling jerseys / dry-fit tees
  • Padded cycling shorts
  • Windproof jacket
  • Raincoat / windcheater
  • Sunglasses / riding goggles

Travel Essentials & Gears

👕 Clothing & Essentials

  • Socks (multiple pairs)
  • Nightwear / casual wear
  • Sandals / slippers
  • Warm layers (basic jacket/fleece)

🛡 Health & Hygiene

  • Personal medicines
  • Sunscreen SPF 50+ & lip balm
  • Electrolytes
  • Anti-chafing cream / Vaseline
  • Sanitizer & wet wipes
  • Microfiber towel
 Upto 30 days29–21 days21–15 days14–0 days
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First Step to select an expedition & for details regarding the chosen expedition, please contact the dedicated team at +919988009290.

Upon connecting with the team, you will be provided with the necessary link to fill out the required form and select your preferred payment option.
Options include making the full payment upfront or securing your slot with a 25% booking amount.
It is important to note that the remaining balance must be settled 15 days prior to the commencement of the expedition.

For a seamless booking experience and any additional inquiries, feel free to reach out to the dedicated team.

MTB’s / Hybrid are suitable for bicycle expedition. These bicycle are more comfortable than road bikes because of the suspensions and the designs. They are designed keeping in mind your off roading adventure specifically for rough and uneven terrain.

In such a scenario, please drop an email to us at info@cycleadventuresindia.com or connect with the number in the contact section of our website and we will make sure that your issue is resolved.

Yes, we provide the bicycle on rent.

MTB bicycles like Merida,Giant, Scott, Trek and many more depending on your choice are available for rental.

Most important factor that we keep in mind is your height as choosing a right frame size is most important, everything else is secondary. 

 

Yes, you have to submit your one ID proof and Rs 2,000/- as security at the time of allotment of cycle. But this amount will be returned back to you at the end of the tour when you will return the bicycle.

Yes, there will be a support vehicle through out the tour to make your journey hassle free.  All your luggage will be in the support vehicle.

Proper support will be provided to the riders, who is willing to take break while pedalling. Technical team will take care of the bicycle.

Yes team will be assisting you with the first aid when and where needed.  Medical Kit and Oxygen Cylinder will be available throughout the tour. And in case of any medical emergency, team will take the rider to the near by hospital.

Yes, there will be a Ride Marshal who will be pedalling along with you in order to support and guide you.

We provide twin sharing only, but in case anyone wants single room then they can tell us in advance so we can make the arrangements accordingly. For it you have to pay extra charges.

If you have any queries regarding any expedition, you can drop an email at info@cycleadventuresindia.com and we will make sure to resolve your queries.

If you wish to cancel your expedition , drop us an email at info@cycleadventuresindia.com and our team will connect to you on the procedures of cancelations of expedition. The refund and adjustments will be done as per the company’s refund policy. 

Choosing the right expedition for a beginner can be a bit overwhelming as there are many factors to consider such as distance, elevation gain, terrain difficulty, weather, and time of year.
First thing is to determine the fitness level and assess the fitness level for the beginners to understand their physical capabilities this will help to select an expedition that is challenging but not too difficult
For other queries mail us at info@cycleadventuresindia.com.

 

It is not recommended for a beginner to choose a difficult Himalayan expedition. Riding in the Himalayas can be physically and mentally challenging, especially if you are not used to the high altitude, steep slopes, and rugged terrain. Choosing a difficult expedition without the proper experience, fitness level, and preparation can be dangerous and put you at risk of altitude sickness, injury, and other hazards.

If you are a beginner, it is recommended to start with an easier expedition and gradually build up your skills and experience.
This will help you understand the challenges of riding in the Himalayas, and also prepare you physically and mentally for a more difficult expedition in the future. It is also important to choose a expedition that matches your fitness level, experience, and interest.

At CAI, we prioritize the safety and well-being of our participants by adhering to a comprehensive set of safety measures.

Our commitment to providing a secure and enjoyable experience includes the following protocols:

Ride Marshal:
Our expeditions are led by marshal with in-depth knowledge of cycling safety and the specific terrains we navigate.

Equipment Check:
We conduct regular inspections and maintenance of bicycles, helmets, and other safety gear to ensure they are in optimal working condition.

Participant Briefing:
Prior to the expedition, we conduct thorough briefings to educate participants about the route, potential hazards, and adherence to safety guidelines.

Medical Support:
Our team is equipped with comprehensive first aid kits. We have established clear communication plans for handling emergencies.

Weather Monitoring:
We stay informed about weather conditions, making informed decisions based on forecasts to ensure the safety of our participants.

Route Assessment:
Before each expedition, we assess cycling routes for potential risks, road conditions, and any changes that may impact safety.

Communication Systems:
Participants and guides are provided with reliable communication devices to facilitate real-time connectivity in case of emergencies.

Fitness Requirements:
We communicate clear fitness requirements to participants to ensure they are adequately prepared for the physical demands of the expedition.

Insurance:
We require participants to have adequate travel and medical insurance coverage, verifying that policies include cycling-related activities.

Support Vehicles:
Along the route, we have support vehicles or teams stationed for assistance, addressing issues such as fatigue, injuries, or unexpected challenges.

Local Regulations:
We strictly adhere to and comply with local regulations, permits, and guidelines for conducting cycling expeditions in specific areas.

Environmental Responsibility:
We promote responsible and sustainable tourism practices, emphasizing respect for local environments and communities.

Communication with Participants:
We maintain clear and consistent communication with participants, addressing any concerns and providing updates before, during, and after the expedition.

At CAI, safety is paramount, and we are dedicated to creating memorable experiences while minimizing risks for all participants.

If you are allergic to some foods, you need to let us know in advance so that we can make arrangements accordingly.

We provide wholesome and nutritious meals during the expedition. The food is vegetarian + non vegetarian (where available) and we try to deliver local delicacies.

Special dietary requirements such as vegan, gluten-free, or Jain food can also be arranged if informed in advance.

We prioritize the safety of all the participants, including women riders.

we have a comprehensive safety system in place, which includes a dedicated team of support staff who are equipped to handle emergency situations and provide first aid.
We take specific measures to ensure the safety and comfort of women riders.
We have a separate tent/ accommodation for women riders, female team leaders, and support staff.
we also provide separate toilet facilities for women and encourage a safe and respectful environment for all riders.

Moreover,we have a strict policy against any kind of harassment and has a zero-tolerance policy towards such incidents.
We have a designated Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) to investigate and address any complaints related to harassment or misconduct.
Overall, we have a good reputation for safety of all the participants, women can feel comfortable and safe with CAI.

Moreover,we have a strict policy against any kind of harassment and has a zero-tolerance policy towards such incidents.

Yes, it is possible to ride in periods. However, it is important to take some extra precautions and preparations to ensure a comfortable and safe trekking experience.

Here are some tips that can help you trek during your period:

  • Use menstrual hygiene products that you are comfortable with, such as tempons, pads, or menstrual cups. It is recommended to carry enough supplies for the entire duration of the expedition.
  • Pack wet wipes, hand sanitizer, and plastic bags to dispose of used hygiene products.
  • Wear comfortable and breathable clothing that allows for easy movement and reduces friction. Avoid wearing tight or restrictive clothing that can cause discomfort.
  • Carry pain relief medication (if you use any) in case of menstrual cramps.
  • Stay hydrated and maintain a balanced diet to support your energy levels and overall health.

With proper preparation, gear, and precautions, a 55-60 year old person can face winter or cold conditions.

Riding can be a safe activity for people in their 60s, as long as they take appropriate precautions and prepare adequately for the ride.

With proper preparation, gear, and precautions, a 55-60 year old person can face winter or cold conditions.

Yes, fitness is important , especially if you are planning to undertake a challenge in the Himalayas or other mountainous regions.

It involves riding for extended periods of time over uneven terrain, and often involves ascending and descending steep slopes at high altitudes.
This requires a certain level of physical fitness to ensure that you can complete the ride safely and enjoyably.

To be fit for a expedition, follow routine that includes cardiovascular exercise, strength training, flexibility exercises and regular rides.

Here are some tips to help you prepare physically:

Cardiovascular exercise: it’s important to build up your cardiovascular endurance.
Start with low-impact exercises like walking, small rides , or swimming for at least 30 minutes a day, gradually increasing the duration and intensity as your fitness improves.Strength training: gaining strength is a plus point.Practice going on rides: If possible, try to practice on local trails or hills to get used to on uneven terrain to build up your endurance.

It’s important to start preparing at least 2-3 months before your planned expedition so that you have enough time to prepare your body for the physical demands of the expedition.
If you have any underlying health conditions or injuries, it’s a good idea to consult with a doctor before starting any new exercise routine.

There are different modes of payment.

  • UPI/Wallets/Mobile banking

GST will be applicable as per Government regulations. Additionally, tour prices are subject to change without prior notice due to market fluctuations, operational conditions, seasonal demand, and variations in fuel, transportation, accommodation, or other service costs. The final price applicable at the time of arrival shall be considered binding.

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