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Did the Sikkim - Darjeeling (Eastern Himalayas) motorcycle with AB Original tours in October 2024... read more

Reviewed 18 January 2025
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Right from the beginning of enquiries, Atul was helpful and informative. He was able to give us... read more

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Reviewed 17 April 2024

After starting in Delhi by train - Atul or a crew member will escort you to the right platform and carriage - if you have ever been to Delhi station you will understand this would not be an easy task for a "western" person. You are soon on your way to leave the plains and be engulfed by the most awesome Himalayan foothills where you will spend the next two weeks on the most amazing and scary mountain roads. At almost any time you are just a couple of metres from disaster - a 500 to 800 metre drop on one side, a Tata truck a metre on the other side But in spite of all this accidents really are a rare event. As you travel the diverse nature of the area becomes apparent - sometimes you are in temperate jungle surrounded by monkeys while later in the day you may be in rhododendron forest or high altitude grasslands - passing through everything in between. It is easy to see why the Hindus believe their gods live in these mountains - well maybe they do as they are unlike anywhere else. The bikes are all good - new Royal Enfield Himalayans - comfortable and suited to the task. The accommodation varies from basic to fabulous depending on the location. You do not travel far each day - 140/150 km but as speeds are low - 20 to 30 kmph each days ride is about 6 hours of intense concentration - higher speeds would be dangerous and you would not have time to admire the fabulous views. An absolutely fabulous tour in a very underrated and unusual area off the main tourist route- the potential of this area is unlimited.

Date of experience: April 2024
Thank lccarey2018
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Reviewed 2 April 2024

My pillion-in-a-million and I recently toured Rajasthan (the 3-week, Majestic Maharaja tour) with AB Original Tours and it was without doubt, the best tour we’ve ever done. And the price was unbelievably competitive!

The itinerary gave us ample time to take in the best of the cities/towns/sites we visited and all of the accommodation was brilliant.

AB Original’s operation and management of the tour was first class. Our tour leader and support crew took care of us every step (turn of the wheel, rather!) so all we had to do was soak up as much of India’s sights and atmosphere as we possibly could.

Their Royal Enfield Himalayan motorcycles are the perfect ride for a tour like this – comfortable two-up, more than enough power for any situation, and loads of fun.

If you want an Indian motorcycle touring experience to beat all others, this is definitely the company for you! We recommend AB Original Tours with absolute confidence!

Date of experience: February 2024
Thank Mark J
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Reviewed 29 February 2024

What an amazing trip!!! 3 weeks of fantastic company with a terrific support team. I had originally planned to do this trip with another company but decided to go with Atul and his team. Everything on the trip was well taken care of, and nothing was too difficult to be fixed.
From the first day of the tour where we had our briefing and met the bikes we would get to know so well over the next 21 days through to the final dinner at the end, everything exceeded my expectations.
I'm planning on going back and doing another tour (Probably in the Southern regions and I'll be taking my wife) in a couple of years time.
Atul also arranged some pre motorcycle tour add ons of an overnight trip to Agra, a tour of the Taj Mahal and all transport and accommodation.
Best trip ever, and will be (and have) recommended AB Originals as the only way to see India.

Date of experience: August 2023
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Reviewed 28 February 2024

I went with a mate to ride the Spiti Circuit. What an amazing trip! Atul has everything organised from airport transfers to unique sites and experiences. Our tour leader, Dheeraj was great as was the support crew carrying our gear, maintaining the bikes and providing drinks and snacks on the road. This is a fantastic opportunity to experience the high Himalayas. If you are after a once in a lifetime experience, put this trip on your list!

Date of experience: September 2023
Thank Gregory S
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Reviewed 26 February 2024

I joined Atul's tour of Kerala in 2020 and Sikkim in 2023. On both occasions I thoroughly enjoyed myself visiting places and meeting people that I would otherwise have never seen. He and his staff are cheerful, efficient, always helpful and inventive in face any unforeseen event. I can wholeheartedly recommend AB Original to anyone wishing to visit India.

Date of experience: October 2023
Thank Jim R
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