Rajasthan … a Blend of Traditional & Modern!

Rajasthan, the very name suggests a place of royalty. A land of the Rajas or Kings, which conjures up images of kings and their kingdoms, the innumerable battles fought for gaining supremacy. A land laden with history, which attracts tourists, season after season, who want to experience the rich culture this place has to offer. Taking off on a conducted Rajasthan Motorcycle Tour may by far be the best way of canvassing this exotic land.

Getting on your motorcycles to explore the historical monuments, experiencing the age old traditions and culture, stopping by to interact with the warm and hospitable people enjoying  every conceivable modern comfort and luxury that the Rajasthan Motorcycle Tours have on offer is incomparable.

As you take on a Rajasthan Motorcycle tour, be prepared to be spellbound by the beauty that will surround you since this land is endowed with natural beauty and a flourishing history. Being a major hub for tourists, the palaces and forts are well maintained and invariably you will find men at work trying to preserve history without marring the original beauty.

The numerous cities of Rajasthan are famous for the assets they house within their geography. Jaipur, known as the pink city is famous for its pink walled city and its palaces. The city of Udaipur is known for its beautiful lakes and the cities of Jodhpur, Bikaner & Jaisalmer are known for their desert forts.

The Culture of Rajasthan can be best experienced as you drive thru the by- lanes between the villages from one destination city to the other on your itinerary.  When you sit down to rest your tired backs you just might feel rejuvenated by the folk songs and dances of Rajasthan.  The famous, “Ghoomar” dance form with women dancing in their traditional colorful costumes, twirling around is a sight to behold.  Another traditional dance form, the “Kaalbelia” also called the snake charmers dance is performed by women to the tune of the “been”, played by men.  The folk song of “maand”, is Rajasthan’s contribution to the diversity of style ragas of India.

The food and Rajasthan’s cuisine is much relished and is a combination of tangy and spicy. The traditional food one must eat is “Daal Baati Choorma”, which is typically accompanied by lots of white butter, green vegetables and “Gatte ki subji”.  A glass of buttermilk or the traditional “Jaljeera” are a sure way to polish off this gastronomical delight, not to mention the finisher sweet which can be “Ghevar” or fresh fried “Jalebis”.

On your drive thru this amazing culture rich state you are bound to notice men wearing turbans, known as “Pagdi” in all shades and colors. These are not just an accessory but are an integral part of the pride of these people. It is said that there are a thousand styles of tying a “Pagdi” which changes every fifteen kilometers as you move in this state. Each style depicts the area and the status a person may belong to. You just might be tempted to buy one to take away as a memento of this beautiful state.

A motorcycle tour to Rajasthan promises you a beautiful getaway from the mundane into a land full of mystery and mystique, a land that is steeped in culture and tradition, yet boasts of being both luxurious and modern.