Tour dates: 20 to 25 January 2027. 5 nights and 6 days, 235+ km, starting at Bhuj Railway Station and ending in Bhuj. Difficulty: moderate.
The tour
A cycling tour through the Rann of Kutch during Rann Utsav: the tent city in the white desert near the Indo-Pak border, full-moon viewing, and activities such as paragliding, camel rides, desert safaris and handicraft markets. Nirona village is known for its traditional Rogan art.
Day-wise plan
- Day 1: arrival in Bhuj
- Day 2: Bhuj to Dholavira, 110 km, 5 to 6 hrs
- Day 3: Dholavira to Dhordo, 90 km, 5 to 6 hrs
- Day 4: Rann Utsav exploration including Kala Dungar and the India-Pakistan border, 90 km, 5 to 6 hrs
- Day 5: Dhordo to Bhuj via Nirona, 80 km, 6 to 8 hrs
- Day 6: departure from Bhuj
Included
- 5 nights on twin sharing in traditional bhungas
- All meals, vegetarian and non-vegetarian
- Experienced group leaders and guides, one jersey and a memento, bandanna and goodies
- First aid support and medical kit, tour photography and video
- Success party in Bhuj, training materials (videos and e-talks)
- Support vehicles for luggage, bicycle assembly and packing
- Portable washroom and changing room
Not included
- Government taxes
- Cycle accessories and personal expenses
- Travel tickets
- Extra beverages and meals beyond the daily menu
- Anything not listed above
Stay
Twin sharing in bhungas; single room at extra cost. Extra day stay Rs 4,000 per day. Airport pickup and drop Rs 1,000 per person.
Optional add-ons
- Bicycle rental: Rs 900 per day (MTB, road or hybrid; Merida, Giant, Scott and Trek models, chosen by rider height; Rs 2,000 refundable deposit plus one ID proof)
- Single room upgrade on request, at extra cost
Support on the tour
Support vehicles carry your luggage and follow the group. A ride marshal cycles with you, a mechanical team looks after the bikes, and a first-aid and medical kit and an oxygen cylinder are available throughout. In a medical emergency the team takes the rider to the nearest hospital. Meals are vegetarian and non-vegetarian with local specialities; vegan, gluten-free and Jain needs are handled with advance notice.
Women riders: separate accommodation and facilities, female staff, and a zero-tolerance harassment policy.
Prices are per person on twin sharing. GST and other government taxes are extra as applicable.
What to carry
3 jerseys or dry-fit T-shirts, 2 gel-filled cycling shorts, gloves, 2 pairs of shoes, 5 pairs of socks, a towel, mask, sanitizer, swimsuit, sunscreen, shades, helmet, head and tail lights, 2 water bottles, a power bank, 2 chain links and spare tubes and tyres.
Payment
- Advance booking: pay Rs 15,000 now to reserve your place. The balance is due 30 days before the tour, by 21 Dec 2026. Pay the balance directly to Cycle Adventures by bank transfer or UPI; they will share the payment details with you.
- Full payment: pay the complete amount now, with nothing further to pay.
Cancellation policy
| Time before the tour | Batch shifting | Cancellation charge | Refund mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 30 days | Allowed | Free | Credit note |
| 29 to 21 days | Not allowed | 25% of trip cost | Credit note (balance) |
| 21 to 15 days | Not allowed | 50% of trip cost | Credit note (balance) |
| 14 to 0 days | Not allowed | 100% (no refund) | None |
