Muir's Tours - Mountain Biking

A selection of our very popular biking trips

Asia

India

Garhwal Himal      Optional - Sponsored Ride
This bike tour goes through the dramatic valleys and ridges of the Garhwal Himalaya. Regarded by many as one of the most beautiful areas in the Himalaya. The area has some wonderful views of the nearby 7000 + metre peaks. Meet fascinating sadhus (Hindu holy men) along their way on religious pilgrimages.

Starting from Delhi, a city of contrasts: the old forts, mosques and bazaars and the new, elegant avenues, stately homes and landscaped gardens. Garhwal, is the Dev Bhoomi (Land of Gods) steeped in legend and an ancient place for spiritual fulfilment. From the popular hill town of Mussoorie, we cycle along a ridge with breathtaking panoramic views of the Greater Himalayan ranges to Dhanolti. We pass enchanting villages, terraced farmlands, and gurgling brooks to arrive at Guptakashi, a quaint little town mentioned in the Indian epic, Mahabharata. We then go through the high grasslands of Chopta in the Kedarnath musk deer sanctuary and head through the jungle to Rishikesh and Hardwar, the renowned centres of Hindu spiritualism.

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Nepal

Himalaya Mountain Biking - Kathmandu Valley Rim - ref: N10
A 10 day tour on and off road for the more experienced rider. We travel around the Kathmandu valley rim through mixed oak, rhododendron, pines and wild orchid forests as well as open airy trails. You get an overview of Kathmandu City and at times magnificent vistas of the majestic Himalaya.

Summary
Altitude Range: 1300 to 2200 meters.
Percentage off-road: 75%.
Average daily distance: 45 - 50 Kms (plus optional extra rides, if you need more).
Grade: Moderate to Very Hard.

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Central America

Costa Rica - Rafting, Sea Kayaking, Mountain Biking & Hiking

Two multi-activity adventures across the diverse land and costal waters of Costa Rica.  Explore the diversity of Costa Rica’s tropical terrain while challenging yourself with a variety of human-powered adventure activities. A healthy spirit of adventure is all you need, you do not have to be super fit, just conditioned to regular exercise.

Itinerary - 9 Day

Itinerary - 15 Day


North America

Canada

British Columbia - Akamina-Kishinena Tour
If you wish to ride in true wilderness, this is the mountain biking experience for you.  The towering peaks and crystal clear lakes of Akamina-Kishinena Provincial Park in southern BC is the backdrop for this incredible adventure. 5 days of spectacular biking in a remote corner of south eastern BC and with wild country campsites this an unforgettable trip.

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Canada

British Columbia & Alberta - Best West Biking
This mountain biking trip is a real challenge, and is geared towards intermediate and advanced riders.
  There's incredible scenery on our full-day cross-country bike through Kananaskis, plus awesome canyon biking in Invermere and Golden. The highlight for some being the 5000 vertical foot descent down Mount Seven.

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