Chandigarh Getting there & around

Getting around

Chandigarh is spread out but, with its cycle paths and parks, was built for cycling. Chandigarh Tourist Centre hires out bicycles (per eight hours Rs 100).

Cycle-rickshaw rates vary from Rs 10 to Rs 30. Fares from the prepaid autorickshaw booth behind the bus station include Rs 30 to Sukha Lake or the government buildings, and Rs 85 to the airport.

Taxis charge around Rs 150 to the airport, Rs 125 for an hour’s tour or Rs 550 for eight hours (limited distance).

Avtar Travels (2700001; www.avtartravels.com; Sector 17) at Hotel Shivalikview hires out AC cars from Rs 850 per 80km.

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