Winter Riding Destinations Near Delhi (2025–26) – Complete Biker Guide

 

7 Best Winter Motorcycle Trips from Delhi (Nov 2025 – Feb 2026)

Real Rides by Rider Punkaj – Safar Sanskriti

Hello riders worldwide!
This is Punkaj from Delhi, the biker behind Safar Sanskriti – where Indian roads meet living culture.

Every winter, both Indian and international riders ask:

“Where should I ride right now from Delhi when the weather is perfect?”

Here are my 7 favourite winter motorcycle escapes, tried and tested on my Royal Enfield Meteor 350 — perfect roads, clear skies, cool breeze and pure Indian culture.

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1. Lansdowne – Peaceful Garhwal Hills (Uttarakhand)

Distance: 260 km | Time: 6–7 hours
Temperature: 5–18 °C

A calm, Army-maintained hill station with pine forests and clean roads.

Highlights:

• Tip-In-Top viewpoint (snow peaks in Jan)

• Bhulla Lake

• War Memorial

• Smooth curves and zero traffic

• Perfect weekend ride: Sat morning → Sun night return

Best Local Food:

• Pahadi aloo tamatar

• Gharwali rajma-chawal

• Bhang ki chutney

• Fresh bun-omelette & pahadi chai stalls

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2. Neemrana Fort Palace – Royal Rajasthan Getaway

Distance: 120 km | Time: 2.5 hours

A stunning 15th-century fort converted into a royal heritage stay.

Why Winter Is Perfect:

• Golden-hour views from fort terraces

• Ziplining over the Aravalli hills

• Folk music + bonfire evenings

• Short ride = perfect for beginners

Best Food:

• Laal Maas

• Gatte ki Sabzi

• Ker Sangri

• Authentic Rajasthani thali inside the fort

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3. Pangot – Hidden Himalayan Village (Near Nainital)

Distance: 330 km | Time: 8 hours

A peaceful Himalayan village known for nature and wildlife.

Why Riders Love Pangot:

• 500+ bird species (woodpeckers, pheasants)

• Oak, pine & rhododendron forests

• Sunrise views of Nanda Devi

• No tourist crowd like Nainital

Must-Visit Spots:

• Kilbury Bird Sanctuary

• Pangot waterfall trail

Best Local Food:

• Bhatt ki churkani

• Pahadi dal-rice

• Homestay-grown vegetables

• Momos & thukpa (very popular here)

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4. Rishikesh & Devprayag – Sacred Ganga Loop

Distance: Delhi → Rishikesh 240 km
Rishikesh → Devprayag 75 km
Ideal Trip: 2 days

Top Experiences:

• Triveni Ghat Aarti

• Riverside camping

• Ride along the Ganga valley

• Turquoise confluence at Devprayag

• Ancient temples & ashrams

Best Local Food:

• Aloo-puri (Rishikesh famous)

• Chole-kulche near Lakshman Jhula

• German Bakery (cheesecake + smoothies)

• Ganga-view cafés: Beatles Café, Pure Soul Café

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5. Sariska Tiger Reserve – Jungle & Wildlife Ride

Distance: 200 km | Trip: Overnight

Perfect winter wildlife ride — cold weather = active animals.

What to Do:

• Morning tiger safari

• Visit Bhangarh Fort

• Ride to Siliserh Lake Palace

• Beautiful golden fields in winter

Wildlife: Tigers, leopards, sambars, peacocks, jackals.

Best Local Food:

• Dal Baati Churma

• Bajra roti + garlic chutney

• Rajasthani thali

• Lake-view lunch at Siliserh Palace

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6. Shekhawati – World’s Largest Open-Air Art Gallery

Distance to Mandawa: 260 km
Route: Delhi → Mandawa → Nawalgarh → Fatehpur → Delhi

A heritage-rich region full of colourful painted havelis.

Must-Visit Places:

• Mandawa Havelis

• Poddar Haveli (Nawalgarh)

• Nadine Le Prince Haveli (Fatehpur)

Why Riders Enjoy This Route:

• Desert roads + sunrise views

• Traditional villages

• Photography heaven

Best Food:

• Bajra roti + ker sangri

• Rajasthani kadhi

• Kesar chai in kulhad

• Ghewar (Shekhawati specialty)

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7. Jim Corbett National Park – Riverside Wilderness

Distance: 240 km

A peaceful forest escape with river views and wildlife.

Things to Do:

• Safari in Bijrani or Jhirna zone

• Ride along Kosi river

• Visit Garjiya Devi Temple

• Sunset at Dhikuli village

Best Local Food:

• Kumaoni aloo ke gutke

• Madua (ragi) roti

• Local chicken curry

• Trout fish (in Ramnagar restaurants)

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My Winter Riding Essentials (Delhi Edition)

• Rynox Stealth Evo jacket + heated grips

• Thermal inners + wool socks

• Clear visor for fog

• One traditional shawl from every destination (my handlebar story collection!)

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India’s Winter Roads Are Calling…

Cool breeze. Warm people. Empty highways.
Winter riding = pure happiness.

Which destination are you riding to first?
Comment your city/country — I reply to every rider!

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Keep the rubber side down

Rider Punkaj
Delhi, India
Safar Sanskriti – Culture on Two Wheels
Blog: safarsanskriti.blogspot.com
Instagram: @safarsanskriti
YouTube: Safar-Sanskriti with Rider Punkaj

Happy winters & safe rides! 🏍️❄️