Meraki 3.2
Meraki 3.2
Meraki 3.2 is purely a ride where you will explore a new side of you. You can ride as much as you want but for each day and for the entire distance there is a defined timeline mentioned in the detailed itinerary. This ride is designed especially for people who love to spend time on the saddle and want to explore the world from the seat of their bike.
We will start this thrilling ride from the wide lanes of India's capital, Delhi, and then paddle towards the beautiful landscapes of Punjab, finally experiencing the patriotic feeling at Wagah LOC.
The Meraki3.2 starts from India Gate, which holds a strong and long past. Delhi still has that charm of the old times and a visit to the monuments of this historical city will leave you in a state of wow.
Amritsar is a city in the north-western Indian state of Punjab, 28 kilometers from the border of Pakistan. The Indian side of the border is Attari and Wagah is in Pakistan. The charm of this place is to watch the Beating Retreat ceremony. People flock in thousands from both sides of the border to see the fiery soldiers bringing down the flags and closing the gates in mock rage.
No better way to explore the magic of India and her vibrant colors than to take this Meraki3.2 cycling tour.
ITINERARY
DAY1 : INDIA GATE TO AMBALA | 217kms
Main highlights of the day
- Reporting Time : 5:30 am
- Flag-off Time : 6:30 am
- Break Point : Neelkanth Star
- Hotel : Hotel Solitaire Inn, Ambala.
All the participants are required to report at India Gate at 5:30 am. Our team coordinator will be available at the starting point. You will be introduced to the on-ground team that will be providing you the hydration, nutrition, medical and technical support during the entire ride. After riding 40kms, we will provide the breakfast boxes to each participant to consume more carbs and proteins for energy to ride.
After covering another 90kms, we will take a break at Neelkanth Star, in the mean-time, you can have lunch. This short break will freshen you up to cover the next 87kms.
We will check-in to Hotel Solitaire Inn, Ambala, for day 1. After enjoying the welcome drinks you can freshen up and relax in your room till the time the dinner is served. Post dinner, you can retire in your cozy beds for a sound sleep to face the challenges for the next day.
DAY 2 : HOTEL SOLITAIRE INN TO JALANDHAR | 182kms
Main highlights of the day
- Breakfast time: 7:00 am
- Ride start time: 7:30 am
- Break Point: McDonald's Doraha (Punjab)
- Hotel: WJ Grand, Jalandhar.
Today we are going to cover 182kms. Get ready by 7:00 am and have freshly prepared breakfast. The ride will start from Hotel Solitaire Inn, Ambala, en route you will get the hydration, nutrition, medical and technical support.
After covering 100kms, we will take a break at McDonald's, Doraha (Punjab). This short break will freshen you up to cover the next 82kms.
We will check-in to Hotel WJ Grand, Jalandhar, for day 2. After enjoying the welcome drinks you can freshen up and relax in your room till the time the dinner is served. Post dinner, you can retire in your cozy beds for a sound sleep to face the challenges for the next day.
DAY 3 : WJ GRAND JALANDHAR TO AMRITSAR | 151kms
Main highlights of the day
- Breakfast time: 7:00 am
- Ride start time: 7:30am
- Break Point: Bharawan Da Dhaba
- Hotel: Evoke Avaas Lifestyle.
Today is the last day of Meraki3.2 and we are going to cover 151kms. Get ready by 7:30 am. At 7:30 am you can have freshly prepared breakfast. The ride will start from WJ Grand Jalandhar, en-route you will get the hydration, nutrition, medical and technical support.
After covering 75kms, we will reach Golden Temple, Amritsar. Visit the historic temple and then explore Jallianwala Bagh. Then we will take a break at Bharawan Da Dhaba. This short break will freshen you up to cover the next 76kms of the day. Post lunch we will start our ride towards Wagah Border to feel the heat of patriotism and to salute our brave soldiers for their commitment and selfless dedication.
We will check-in to Evoke Avaas Lifestyle, Amritsar. After enjoying the welcome drinks you can freshen up and relax in your room till the time the dinner is served. Post dinner, you can retire in your cozy beds for a sound sleep to gear up for the return journey.
DAY 4 : AMRITSAR TO DELHI
Main highlights of the day
Today we will leave for our sweet homes with lots of memories and a sense of achievement with us. We have kept this day free so that depending upon your availability; you can plan your trip extension or return back home.
If you are planning your return journey, there are 3 different options:
- By Train : If you have to leave early, you can catch Shatabdi which leaves at 5 am directly to Delhi. Post that, there are few more trains in which you can plan your return.
- By Bus : The Volvo Buses are there at every 1-hr gap starting from 6 am to 11 pm.
- By Flight : There are 6-7 flights during the entire day. So, you can choose your flight as per your convenience.
FAQ’s
1. I am an amateur cyclist can I register for it as I want to join this ride for an experience?
2. Do you have any Minimum Speed Criteria for this Ride?
3. I am under 18 can I also join the ride?
- Mask(Mandatory)
- Helmet (Mandatory)
- Front Headlight (Mandatory)
- Tail Light (Mandatory)
- Reflective Vest/ Tape (Mandatory)
- Water Bottle/Sipper (Mandatory)
- Cycling gloves (Mandatory)
Necessary Items
- 1 Small Backpack
- Mask & Sanitizer
- Full-sleeve Woollen sweater
- Thermal inner wear (upper and lower)
- Windproof jacket
- 3 Jersey's
- 3 Shorts
- 1 Sweatshirt
- 1 lower/ Track pant
- 2 T-shirts
- 1 Jeans
- 1 Slipper
- 2 pair of cycling shoes (in case one gets wet due to rain and water on the way)
- 3 pair of socks
- Sunglasses or eye wear for the day and riding in a dark time.
- 1 Raincoat / Windcheater
- Extra batteries or charger for cycling lights
- Mini tool kit
- 2 Cycle Tubes
- Personal Toiletries
- Any medicine if you are taking
NOTE : Your bag should not be weighing more than 7 kg. Else INR 100 will be charged per Kg for carrying your luggage.
- Technical support
- Mechanical support
- Hydration support
- Luggage carrying support
- Nutrition support (Energy bars, Fruit cakes, Chips, Dates, Electrolytes Tabs, Energy gels, Biscuits)
7. Will medical support is also there for riders?
- By Train – If you have to leave early can catch Shatabdi which leave at 5 am directly to Delhi post that there are few more trains in which you can plan your return.
- By Bus – The Volvo Buses are there at every one hour starting 6 am to 11 pm.
- By Air Plane – There are 6-7 days flights during the entire day .So, you can choose your flight as per your plan for the day and other commitments.
17. I need to know in detail about your anti-COVID-19 Policies/guidelines for travel?
- Face Masks
- Hand Sanitizers
- Gloves etc.
- 3 Star Hotel(Double Sharing)
- 2 Support Vehicle
- photography/Videography
- 4 Breakfast
- 3 Dinner
- Hydration support during the ride (fruits, Chocolates, water, ORS, Fast & Up, etc.)
- Mechanic Support
- Technical Support
- Luggage Carrying Support
- Ride Marshal
- Trophy
- Nutrition
- Medical Support
EXCLUSIONS
- ₹ 5,500 - Room on Single Sharing basis(3 Nights)
- ₹ 1,800 - Cycle Transportation Amritsar to Delhi
- ₹ 3,500 - Bike on Rent
- ₹ 800 - Return by Volvo Bus (ASR to Delhi)
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