There is something zen-like about bicycling. About your mind, body and machine working together in perfect harmony. And over miles of undulating road, as you listen to the continuous whirring of the wheels, you slowly go into a mild trance. We like to think of it as meditation that burns calories and offers a great view. Bicycle with TransTrails, we have a handle on it
Bicycling, wheels with a view
While every form of travel is mind broadening, bicycling offers the best chance “to take the road less travelled”. You might have noticed that when you drive the small country roads in remote areas, people often stop their daily routines when they hear your vehicle, to look at you. (The irony is that you are there to look at them, and their land.) They stop their conversation, or their agricultural work or tending to their animals and children like they usually do. Which means you have missed seeing them the way they always are
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But when you cycle you are not only quiet, therefore having a far richer experience, you seem more approachable for a local. They more readily offer water, food and smiling conversation to a cyclist, which they would hesitate to do for someone riding or driving a powerful, motorized vehicle.
See the real India, with a group of fit and interesting people
We design and conduct unique bicycling experiences that explore rural India’s ethnic and cultural diversity, scenic beauty and everyday reality. When you ride with TransTrails, you’ll cycle though beautiful landscapes at your own pace, engage with communities along the trip and indulge in unique regional cuisines. And do so in safety.
Why bicycles are like humans
Someone who knew cycling and people well, once said “A human is like a ten-speed bicycle, you never know you’re capable of using the higher gears, until you have to.”
Bicycling brings out the champion in people, and when you look back at a trail you have successfully crossed, it brings you a deep sense of achievement, and fulfillment. The terrains you traverse in India can vary from lush green landscapes to snowy mountains, with temperatures ranging from tropical to sub-zero.
Run with enthusiasm, but designed by experience
TransTrails brings to the task extensive exposure to bicycling trails, bicycle maintenance, and the bicyclist’s mindset. We are therefore able to offer riders a choice of exciting bicycling experiences, that don’t compromise on your safety and basic comforts.
Our pilot team which designs our tours, has cycled over the Khardung La pass in Jammu & Kashmir, one of the highest motorable roads in the World. And traversed many other challenging routes.
It is this pilot team that travels in advance over each trail that we offer you. Based on their recommendations, a planning and logistics group takes over to iron out every little detail.
What we offer
One day rides. Overnight rides. Corporate rides. Premium rides. Customized rides. Bicycles for rent.
Some of the regular tours that we offer in the South of the Country:
Logistics, wheels within wheels - Facilities that mesh perfectly with your needs
Simply arrive at the designated start point with your bicycle. We manage all the requirements from thereon.
All participants will be provided with information adequately describing the route and the terrain. Route-coordinators from TransTrails will lead the pack and ride with the group.
A backup/support vehicle will be available at all times. This vehicle also has a bicycle carrier that can accommodate up to nine bicycles. The support vehicle will follow at a fair distance and will be used only when necessary – when a cyclist can no longer keep up, for instance. During the ride, we provide adequate water, fruit juices and beverages.
Our itineraries are designed to suit all type of riders and can always be adapted to your riding style. Join us and celebrate the triumph of human potential, spirit and creativity; give a chance to the inner call for exploration, adventure and freedom and experience the rustic, mystic and chaotic India the TransTrails way.
Customized Tours
If you and a group of friends want to do things your way, simply share your plans with us and we’ll create a custom-fit ride for you. We understand that bicycling has spawned sub-cultures that range from photography and nature enthusiasts, to the yoga and book club set. No problem, all roads lead to your heart’s satisfaction. To find out more......just get in touch!
India is a whole sub-continent that was turned into a nation by a quirk of history. Through historical and cultural ties, it once included Afghanistan, Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh. This sprawling landscape was full of kingdoms that alternately practised war and peace with each other.