Mountain Biking

Mountain Biking Expeditions

Explore Himachal's wild backroads, alpine ridges, and Himalayan valleys on our signature MTB routes -- crafted for riders who crave adventure beyond the tarmac.

Signature routesHigh-altitude passesFull support crew

Mountain biker descending a cedar forest singletrack above Dharamkot

Trail Ready

Forest singletracks, mountain vistas, and endless switchbacks.

Mountain bikers climbing toward Parashar Lake on the Dharamshala to Manali expedition

Mountain Biking Expedition

Dharamshala -> Manali MTB Expedition

A thrilling cross-Himalayan journey linking Dharamshala to Manali through forest trails, ridge roads, and remote valleys -- with a spectacular climb to Parashar Lake and a sweeping descent into Kullu Valley.

Duration: 6 days
Distance: ~350 km
Difficulty: Mod.-Challenging
Elevation Gain: +7,000 m
Highest Point: 2,730 m (Parashar Lake)
Best Season: Apr-Jun & Sep-Nov

Itinerary

Day 1 - Dharamshala -> Bir | Tea gardens, Andretta village, Baijnath temple | Stay: Bir
Day 2 - Bir -> Barot | Pine forests, Uhl River valley | Stay: Barot
Day 3 - Barot -> IIT Mandi (via Daina Park) | Ridge trails, panoramic views | Stay: IIT Mandi
Day 4 - IIT Mandi -> Parashar Lake | Continuous climb, forest jeep road | Stay: Parashar Lake
Day 5 - Parashar Lake -> Kullu / Bajaura | Epic downhill, Beas valley views | Stay: Kullu / Bajaura
Day 6 - Kullu -> Manali | Riverside trail, apple orchards | Stay: Manali

Highlights

Off-road routes through Kangra, Mandi & Kullu
Climb to Parashar Lake summit
Long technical descent to Kullu Valley
Pine forest trails, ridges & riverside tracks
Finish in Manali -- gateway to the Himalayas

Riders traversing a pine ridge en route to Shimla

Mountain Biking Expedition

Dharamshala -> Shimla MTB Expedition

An off-road adventure from the Dhauladhar to the Shivalik ranges -- tracing forest roads, apple orchards, and hot springs from Dharamshala to Shimla.

Duration: 7 days
Distance: ~450 km
Difficulty: Mod.-Challenging
Elevation Gain: +6,000 m
Highest Point: 2,286 m (Mashobra Ridge)
Best Season: Apr-Jun & Sep-Nov

Itinerary Summary

Day 1: Dharamshala -> Bir | Tea gardens & temples | Stay: Bir
Day 2: Bir -> Barot | Forest & riverside trails | Stay: Barot
Day 3: Barot -> IIT Mandi | Ridge riding via Daina Park | Stay: IIT Mandi
Day 4: IIT Mandi -> Janjehli | Apple orchards | Stay: Janjehli
Day 5: Janjehli -> Tattapani | Off-road descent, hot springs | Stay: Tattapani
Day 6: Tattapani -> Shimla | Epic forest climb | Stay: Shimla
Day 7: Local trails / Rest | Explore Mashobra & Naldehra

Highlights

Continuous forest trail route from Kangra to Shimla
Ridge rides with panoramic Himalayan views
Hot springs at Tattapani
Finish at Shimla Ridge -- the colonial capital of Himachal

Cyclist descending toward Bir-Billing through cedar forests

Mountain Biking Expedition

Dharamshala -> Bir MTB Expedition

A short yet intense Himalayan ride through pine forests, monasteries, and mountain villages -- ending at India's paragliding capital, Bir-Billing.

Duration: 2-3 days
Distance: ~110 km
Difficulty: Mod.-Challenging
Elevation Gain: +2,800 m
Highest Point: 2,600 m (Rajgundha Ridge)
Best Season: Oct-Jun

Itinerary Summary

Day 1: Dharamshala -> Bir (via Tang Narwana & Kandbari) | Off-road forest trails | Stay: Bir
Day 2: Bir -> Billing -> Rajgundha Valley | Ride to Billing & Rajgundha | Stay: Bir / Camp
Optional Day 3: Bir -> Barot | Remote forest trail | Stay: Barot

Highlights

Ride through tea gardens & pine forests
Reach Billing -- world-famous paragliding site
Option to extend to Barot Valley
Full support crew, backup vehicle & local MTB guides

Cyclist on a high-altitude pass between Manali and Leh

Mountain Biking Expedition

Manali -> Leh MTB Expedition

One of the world's most iconic MTB expeditions -- 480 km across the high Himalayas, from the lush Kullu Valley to the cold deserts of Ladakh.

Duration: 10 days
Distance: ~480 km
Difficulty: Challenging
Elevation Gain: +7,500 m
Highest Point: 5,328 m (Tanglang La)
Best Season: Jun-Sep

Itinerary Summary

Day 1: Arrival in Manali & Acclimatization Ride
Day 2-9: Ride from Manali -> Leh via Sissu, Jispa, Sarchu, Tanglang La
Day 10: Rest & exploration in Leh

Highlights

Cross 3 of the world's highest motorable passes
Ride through Atal Tunnel & Lahaul Valley
Camp under starlit skies
Explore monasteries & the Indus Valley in Leh

Inclusions

Support vehicle, guide & mechanic
All meals and accommodation
Oxygen & first-aid support
Required permits

Inclusions for All Tours

Professional MTB guide & local support crew
Backup vehicle & luggage transport
All meals during riding days
Camps or guesthouses at each stop
First-aid & basic bike repair support