If you love bike rides and long distance biking then you must cover these routes in India! Easy day trips from each state capital that help riders get outside, when the time is right, while responsibly social distancing. Taking one’s bike for a smooth spin out of town has been off the books for a while. Less than 150 kilometres, ride one-way leading to remote areas.
These aren’t arduous journeys, just simple jaunts that take riders through hill country, forests, natural wonders, and lakes. So pack your backpack and get on your bike for some fresh air!
1. Bengaluru to Nandi Hills
Total distance: 65 kms
Check out this Tripoto article for more information:
'Frost And Fire: A Trip to Nandi Hills and Lepakshi'
2. Mumbai to Lonavala
Total distance: 80 kms
Check out this Tripoto article for more information:
'This Romantic Anglo-Indian Villa and Cafe is India’s First Conceptual Art Holiday Home in Lonavala'
3. Delhi to Garhmukteshwar
Total distance: 110 kms
Things to do in Garhmukteshwar
4. Shilling to Dawki
Total distance: 80 kms
5. Jaipur to Sambhar Salt Lake
Total distance: 85 kms
6. Leh to Alchi
Total distance: 65 kms
Check out this Tripoto article for more information:
15 Things To Keep In Mind While Planning Your Ladakh Motorcycle Trip
7. Hyderabad to Ananthagiri Hills
Total distance: 80 kms
Things to do in Ananthagiri Hills
8. Itanagar to Ziro Valley
Total distance: 115 kms
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'Ziro valley- beauty beyond imagination!'
9. Imphal to Loktak Lake
Total distance: 50 kms
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'STAYING IN A FLOATING HOMESTAY AT LOKTAK LAKE WITH SANGAI MOONLIGHT CAMPING | Her Little Space'
10. Gangtok to Zuluk
Total distance: 90 kms
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'The Road Trip From Gangtok To Zuluk Is Stunning AF!'
11. Chennai to Pulicat
Total distance: 55 kms
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'The Top 9 Places To Hangout In Chennai That Only Locals & Real Travellers Know About'
12. Kolkata to Piyali Island
Total distance: 70 kms
13. Trivandrum to Varkala
Total distance: 40 kms
Check out this Tripoto article for more information:
'Why you should chuck Goa for Varkala this time'
14. Shimla to Thanedar
Total distance: 75 kms
15. Patna to Rajgir
Total distance: 95 kms
Check out these below articles for more information before you plan your next road trip.
1. Bucket List - 10 Road Trips to Cover All of India
2. I Went On A 7 Month Motorcycle Trip Across India. This Is What I Learnt
3. Preparing For A Solo Motorcycle Trip - Answers To Some Frequently Asked Questions
4. 4 Road Trips in India That Will Take You To The Lesser-Explored Corners of the Country
So which road trip are you planning to take? As beautiful as these places are make sure you take utmost safety during your bike trips!