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Delhi to Auli

Embark on an exhilarating 3-day bike trip from Delhi to Auli, covering approximately 520 km through the scenic Garhwal Himalayas. This ride takes you through the spiritual towns of Rishikesh and Devprayag, culminating in the sweeping alpine meadows and ski slopes of Auli. Ideal for solo riders seeking adventure and sweeping mountain vistas, this trip is best undertaken from October to June, with an estimated fuel budget of ₹1,600.

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📅 Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Delhi → Rishikesh

6:00 AM — Start from Delhi

Leave early to beat Delhi traffic and head out via Meerut on NH58 towards Muzaffarnagar and Roorkee.

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⚠️ Two-wheelers are not allowed on the main lanes of the Delhi–Meerut Expressway. Use the service lanes and NH58.

8:30 AM — Breakfast near Khatauli

Parathas and tea at one of the big highway restaurants around Khatauli on NH58.

100 km

10:00 AM — Fuel stop at Muzaffarnagar

Top up and stretch at Muzaffarnagar before Roorkee.

130 km

1:30 PM — Lunch near Roorkee

Grab a quick lunch at one of the dhabas or restaurants on the Roorkee Dhaba Strip before heading to Haridwar.

185 km

4:00 PM — Arrive Rishikesh, Ganga Aarti

Reach Rishikesh, check into your accommodation. In the evening, witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony at Parmarth Niketan.

250 km

Day 2: Rishikesh → Joshimath

7:00 AM — Depart Rishikesh, scenic mountain ride

Start early for a long day of riding through winding mountain roads on NH7. Enjoy the views of the Ganges.

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9:30 AM — Devprayag Confluence

Witness the sacred confluence of the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers, forming the holy Ganga. A great spot for photos and a short break.

70 km

1:00 PM — Lunch and Fuel at Rudraprayag

Stop for lunch and refuel your bike at Rudraprayag, another significant 'Prayag' (confluence) town.

141 km

2:30 PM — Karnaprayag - Short break

Take a brief stop at Karnaprayag, the confluence of the Alaknanda and Pindar rivers, before continuing your ascent.

172 km

6:00 PM — Arrive Joshimath, Narsingh Temple

Reach Joshimath, the gateway to Auli and Badrinath. Check into your hotel and visit the ancient Narsingh Temple.

251 km

⚠️ This is a long mountain day; leave Rishikesh by 7 AM so you are off the road by dark. Parts of Joshimath were hit by land subsidence in 2023, so stay in accommodation that is open and approved.

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Day 3 · Joshimath → Auli & Local Exploration

15 km · 1-2 hours riding + exploration · 4 timed stops

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9:00 AMJoshimath to Auli0 km

Ride the 16 km road up to Auli. The Joshimath–Auli ropeway has been shut since the 2023 land subsidence, so don't plan around it.

+ 3 more stops in this day

  • Remaining itinerary1 day · 4 stops
  • Per-day cost breakdownfuel ₹1,600 +
  • Packing list for this route29 items
  • Offline PDF + navigationincluded

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💰 Cost Breakdown

Estimated Total₹4,800 - ₹10,100
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📋 Packing Checklist

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