Greetings from Helensville and Waiheke Island

Kia ora, we hope you're having a fantastic summer and have been getting some quality time in the saddle. 

It's been a busy few months for our team as we led full tours through Rajasthan, Nepal then South India. Our Indian crew are resting up now in preparation for another riding season, starting in June with our incredible ride through the Indian Himalayas in Ladakh. 

This is a bucket-list adventure for riders that includes high passes, diverse riding terrain and breathtaking scenery from snow capped mountains to arid moonscapes and fertile valleys. On tour we also experience the ancient Tibetan Buddhist culture unique to this region and the cities of Shimla, Manali and Leh. This is a ride that will leave you with unforgettable memories and a huge sense of achievement. 

Read on for more about our Ladakh tour as well as news from us. We look forward to riding with you soon. 

Steve, Lily, Anna, Kamal, Imran & Sanju 

Nepal 2026

Our recent Nepal tour was a huge success and we’re excited to say that dates for our next tour of the mountain kingdom are now confirmed: we'll be departing Kathmandu on 11th November 2026. 

This is an incredible ride through picturesque villages on a journey from the high mountains to the jungles of Chitwan. Offering winding roads, endless hairpins and breathtaking views of Nepal’s stunning Himalayan landscapes as well as the opportunity to experience ancient Hindu & Buddhist culture. Not to mention the possibility of a visit from a Rhino at the hotel!

Nepal promises an unforgettable riding adventure. Bookings are filling fast for our November Nepal tour so get in touch if you'd like to secure your bike.

Gorkha Gaun Resort, Nepal

We're always looking for accommodation that's a little bit special and in Nepal, one of our favourite places is Gorkha Gaun Resort. Overlooking the eighth highest peak in the world, Mount Manaslu, Gorkha Gaun is surrounded by lush green hills and offers our riders stunning scenery and hospitality. 

The staff here have created a warm home-away-from-home atmosphere and serve delicious Nepalese food. Accommodation is in unique stone & mudbrick cabins built with local materials. Gorkha itself is the home of the first king of Nepal and is our first stop after we leave Kathmandu. 

Other upcoming tours 

Himalayas - 'Over the Top'

Hurry! If you're quick you can still book a spot on our 2026 tour of Ladakh which departs Delhi on 19th June. 

This ride takes you through the foothills of the Himalayas up to the ancient city of Leh, historically an important stopover in the trade route between India, Kashmir, Tibet and China and now a breathtaking city perched on the roof of the world. 

Find out more about our Himalayas tour on our website. 

Our 2026 tour has three bikes remaining. 

Rajasthan

Our October tour of ever-popular Rajasthan is now fully booked but the good news is that, due to demand, we'll be running a second tour this year, departing Delhi on 27th September 2026. 

Rajasthan is the perfect place for those new to riding in India. We ride the less-traveled back roads so you experience the best of this vibrant 'land of kings'. 

As well as chai stops in rural Rajasthani towns, you'll visit forts, palaces and the beautiful cities of Udaipur, Jaipur & Pushkar. 

Our September 2026 tour of Rajasthan has five bikes remaining. 

South India 

Following on from a fantastic booked-out tour in January we've set dates for our next tour of South India - departing Chennai on 12th January 2027. 

This ride takes you from coast to coast across the sub-continent and traverses exotic jungles, rice paddies and spice & tea plantations. We also visit the French-colonial city of Pondicherry and the Keralan backwaters. 

Check out the 2026 tour facebook page for some South India travel inspiration. 

Our 2027 tour has three bikes remaining. 

Ready for your own adventure?

Indian Motorcycle Adventures have been leading motorbike tours through India and Nepal for 26 years, sharing roads, meals and stories with riders from New Zealand and beyond. And we're still just as passionate about the adventure as ever. Get in touch with us if you have any questions or would like to join us for an adventure of your own.