Embark on a 1,180 km round trip from Delhi to the hill stations of Dalhousie and Khajjiar on your bike. This 4-day ride features the meadow at Khajjiar, the colonial churches of Dalhousie, the walk up Dainkund and parathas at Murthal's dhabas. Ideal for intermediate riders, best ridden from April to June or September to November, with an estimated fuel cost of ₹3,500.
Begin your ride early from Delhi, heading north on NH44. Ensure your bike is fueled up and all checks are done.
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Stop at Murthal's famous dhabas, such as Amrik Sukhdev, for parathas with white butter and lassi.
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Top up your fuel tank at a reliable petrol pump near Ambala. Take a short break to stretch.
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Grab lunch at a local eatery in Ludhiana. The city offers various options for Punjabi cuisine.
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Reach Jalandhar and check into your pre-booked accommodation. Relax and prepare for the mountain ascent tomorrow.
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Begin your ride towards Pathankot, the gateway to Himachal Pradesh.
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Breakfast and a full tank in Pathankot. It is the last big town before the climb into the hills.
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Start the scenic climb towards Dalhousie. The roads become winding and offer beautiful views of the Dhauladhar range. Drive carefully on hairpin bends.
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Reach the charming hill station of Dalhousie. Check into your hotel and take some time to explore Gandhi Chowk or the local market.
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Walk from Gandhi Chowk past St. John's Church along the Mall to Subhash Chowk and St. Francis Church, then on to Subhash Baoli for the views.
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Ride to Lakkarmandi, park and walk about 45 minutes up to the Pholani Devi temple on Dainkund for views of the Pir Panjal and the Chamba valley. The top is next to an Air Force station, so do not photograph it.
A short walk into the deodar forest of the Kalatop Khajjiar Sanctuary from the Lakkarmandi side.
Walk around the meadow and the small lake, and visit the old Khajji Nag temple. Horse rides and zorbing are on offer if you want them.
Lunch at one of the dhabas around the meadow.
Descend via Banikhet towards Pathankot.
Check in at Pathankot for the night.
Leave early on NH44; this is the longest day of the trip.
Breakfast on the highway at Jalandhar.
Lunch and fuel at one of the big highway restaurants near Ambala.
A last tea break at Murthal before the city.
Back in Delhi.
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