Scenic Bike Route from Pune to Darjeeling

Day 1: Pune to Nagpur

Pune to Nagpur, Maharashtra on April 28, 2025

7:00am

Start from Pune

Begin your bike journey early morning from Pune city to enjoy cooler weather and less traffic.
INR0, 0h30m

8:00am

Breakfast at Nagpur

Stop at a local restaurant like 'Shri Nath' for a traditional Maharashtrian breakfast with poha and chai.
INR150, 1h

9:00am

Ride towards Nagpur via NH 60 and NH 44

Enjoy riding through scenic farmland and stopping occasionally for rest.
INR0, 9h

6:00pm

Dinner at Nagpur

Dine at 'Barbeque Nation' for a hearty meal and recharge for the night.
INR900, 1h30m

Day 2: Nagpur to Ranchi

Nagpur, Maharashtra to Ranchi, Jharkhand on April 29, 2025

7:00am

Start from Nagpur

Continue your journey northeast with an early start to avoid midday heat.
INR0, 0h30m

8:00am

Breakfast en route

Have breakfast at a highway dhaba to relish authentic local flavours like paratha and dal fry.
INR100, 45m

9:00am

Ride towards Ranchi

Take NH 44 heading towards Raipur, then NH 43 to Ranchi, enjoying changing landscapes.
INR0, 10h

7:00pm

Dinner in Ranchi

Try cuisine at 'Indian Coffee House' for a simple yet delicious meal before rest.
INR400, 1h

Day 3: Ranchi to Siliguri

Ranchi, Jharkhand to Siliguri, West Bengal on April 30, 2025

7:00am

Start early from Ranchi

Begin riding early to enjoy the cool morning as you travel deeper into northern West Bengal.
INR0, 0h30m

8:00am

Breakfast at Gomoh

Stop for a quick breakfast at a local eatery, with options like chole bhature.
INR120, 45m

9:00am

Ride towards Siliguri via NH 18 and NH 31

Travel through scenic rural towns and enjoy the diverse wildlife glimpses if lucky.
INR0, 10h

7:00pm

Dinner at Siliguri

Relish northeaster Indian dishes like momo and thukpa at 'Kunga Restaurant'.
INR600, 1h

Day 4: Siliguri to Darjeeling

Siliguri to Darjeeling, West Bengal on May 1, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast in Siliguri

Start with a healthy breakfast of eggs and tea at 'La Plazza'.
INR200, 1h

8:00am

Ride to Darjeeling

Take the scenic hill road NH 110, enjoying misty mountain views and cool weather during this approximately 3-4 hour ride.
INR0, 4h

12:00pm

Lunch in Darjeeling

Have lunch at 'Glenary's', offering baked goods and continental cuisine popular with tourists.
INR700, 1h

1:00pm

Explore Darjeeling Town

Visit the Darjeeling Mall, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Centre, and the Peace Pagoda to experience local culture and crafts. Most places close around 5 pm.
INR0, 4h

6:30pm

Dinner in Darjeeling

Enjoy authentic Nepali dishes at 'Sonam's Kitchen', known for momos and thukpa.
INR500, 1h