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Kerala Cycling Tour - Guaranteed Fixed Departure or Exclusive/Private Tour

There is no better way to get an up-close glimpse into the heart of God’s Own Country, Kerala, than on a bicycle. Our exclusive Kerala Cycling Tour has been smartly designed to provide you an unvarnished viewof the natural beauty of this land. Along the way, you will experience the unique culture, local arts, and different cuisines of Kerala.

You will cycle through lush paddy fields, green meadows, pine forests and spice-rich villages. If you happen to be a birding enthusiast, a stopover at the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, which is home to more than 200 different varieties of birds, will be more than welcome. The itinerary has been planned to give you ample opportunity to do off-road cycling and high-altitude cycling through the undulating landscape that is dotted with tea estates, waterfalls and lakes. You will witness a whole range of flora and fauna. The tour includes a pit-stop at a tiger reserve and a guided walk into the forest. You will get to canoe and also enjoy a relaxing ride in a luxury rice-barge through the famous backwaters of Kerala.

Our professional cycling guide will accompany you throughout the tour. Whenever you don’t feel like cycling, for whatever reason, you can hop into our backup vehicle. No issues. Our aim is to make your cycling tour a memorable one.


Trip Highlights

  • Walk in Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary at Thattekad
  • Tea plantations in Munnar & Vagamon
  • Forest walk at Periyar National Park.
  • Boat Ride in Periyar Tiger Reserve
  • Cycling along the Cardamom Hills Reserve in Kerala.
  • Exquisite healthy and local Kerala food all along.
  • Professional Cycling guide & local experts.
  • Boat Ride in Kumarakom narrow backwater lane in really small boat
  • Premium Houseboat cruise at Alleppey

Kochi - Thattekkad - Munnar - Periyar - Vagamon - Kumarakom - Alleppey - Marari Beach - Kochi

12 Nights / 13 Days

Day 1

Kochi

Kathakali Dance

On your arrival at Kochi airport or Train station our driver and guide will meet you and assist you to transported to the colonial and heritage town of Fort Kochi which is more lively and fun than the commercial city. You will stay at boutique hotel for Overnight.

Some of the best spots in Fort Kochi and Mattancherry (the more historical hub) include the Dutch palace, the Jew Synagogue, St Francis' Church, Dutch Cemetery, Chinese Fishing nets, Santa Cruz Cathedral and so on. The old world charm infused with the numerous spice markets, antique shops and art galleries will amaze you.


Hotel: Hotel Arches/ or Similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast

Day 2

Thattekkad

Leaving Fort Kochi early after breakfast at hotel. You will be doing approx 60kms of cycling with guide and backup vehicle. We will be carrying picnic lunch or we will stop on the midway restaurtant and you are free to ask and stop whenver you want to stop for water, snacks or lunch or you can stop cycling too if you dont feel like or feel tired or anything. We are flexibe about everything so there is no fix rules, all depends on you. On the way to Thekkady you pass a beautiful hamlet called ‘Cherukunnam’. This little village is interspersed with canals in all directions. We bike along one of these canal bund roads amid lush green paddy fields filled with coconut trees and lonely villages.

Thattekad is famous for the bird sanctuary, The Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary at Thattekkad in Kerala is a nature’s masterpiece to see and expeirence. The place is a goldmine of eco-adventure enthusiasts looking for unique adventure travel experiences. Get closer with This is Kerala’s first in camping with a touch of luxury. You can’t get any place better than this to go birding, kayaking on the Periyar river or cycling through the spice rich villages of Kerala.

The Edamalayar forests and Thattekad Bird Sanctuary is the abode many exitincing and beautiful bird species. The birds, the air and the calm breeze boost and rejuvenate your body & mind. The senctuary, a 25 sq km wide are has more than 200 varieties of birds including the large falcon, grey jungle fowl, white breasted water hen, hornbill etc.

The attraction doesn’t end here. Next place to throng in detail is the Bhoothathankettu, a scenic dam site known for natural fortification of forests and hills. The place was built by Bhoothams (spirit/ghosts) overnight, hence the name Bhoothathankettu (fort of the spirits). Through this mesmerizing visual galore you will enjoy exquisite resorts/camps basking in the natural and effortless splendor of Kerala.

If time allows us we will visit Thattekad Bird Sanctuary or we will visit next day morning before cycling.

 

Cycling Dist: 60 Kms( 4-6hrs depend on riders)
Hotel: Birds Lagoon /Similar
Meal Plan : Breakfast and Dinner at hotel, Lunch in Midway Or Picnic Lunch

Day 3

Munnar

The seemingly gentle ride takes the riders through Munnar known for its pristine tea estates, cool breeze and breath-taking views. Muunar has been the primary and core atrtraction for the people traveling Kerala. Munnar is situated at the confluence of three mountain streams – Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala, is perched about 1600 m above sea level and used to be the summer resort of the erstwhile British administration in South India.

For cyclists, Munnar can offer some of the finest and thrilling biking trails in South India. Munnar wands its way through the shola forests, cardamom estates and tea gardens, some routes that truly fascinates amateur as well as the enthusiastic cyclists. If off road cycling excites you, Thattekad – Munnar cycling track is perfect for you. The itneary has been catered to give riders a ringside view of the beautiful countryside, the indigenous tribals and the tea estate workers who work these tea gardens.

Cycling Dist: 70-80 Kms.

Note : We will have back up vehicle all the time so we can stop cycling whenver we will like tired or done cycling and drive.
Hotel : The Leaf /Similar Meal Plan : Breakfast and Dinner at hotel, Lunch in Midway Or Picnic Lunch
Day 4

Munnar

Cycling Tour to Kerala
After breakfast we can for sightseeing of tea plantation by car or we can easily do cycling to munnar town and tea garden, total cycling will be approx 50KMS or we can rest at hotel In morning.

We gear up for an exciting and thrilling high altitude mountain cycling to Munnar. The ride will give you an amazing experience of cruising quiet yet exhilarating back roads through a astonoishing high edgte slopy mountain and lush jungle scenery, Munnar is the abode of some of the best roads that offer cycling facilities in and around South India.

Make sure that you’re enough relaxed enough before the ride as it requires a serious amount of energy and grit for you to go enjoy the exciting adventure journey. Splurge on cycle around magnificent landscape that is Munnar and let the thrill take over you completely.

Cycling Dist: 50 Kms.
Hotel : The Leaf /Similar
Meal Plan : Breakfast and Dinner at hotel, Lunch from local restaurant Or Picnic Lunch
Day 5

PERIYAR

Today after breakfast, we will proceed towards Periyar, Munnar-Periyar is one of Thekkady’s most unexplored, vast and varied cycling tails that exist in Kerala. What’s the kind of cyclist you’re, the Munnar-Periyar route will ignites your instinct by offering the most fascinating and challenging cycling trails. Take a ride on one of these trails and enjoy the raw, unspoiled beauty of the wilderness and local sights and sounds.

The cycling Begin with a wonderful downhill followed by undulating terrain along the Cardamom Hills Reserve and spice plantations throughout and on either side of the road. Periyar Tiger Reserve is home for rare - endemic and endangered flora and fauna. This is the home range of the rare and endangered Lion Tailed Macaque, and also an excellent spot for birds & rare butterflies, as well as large herds of elephants and gaurs. Next morning, we will go for the Nature Walk or the Green Walk which is a guided walk into the jungle.

Cycling Dist: 100 Kms
Note : We will have back up vehicle all the time so we can stop cycling whenver we will like tired or done cycling and drive.
Hotel : Mountain Court YARD / Wild Corridor / Similar
Meal Plan : Breakfast and Dinner at hotel, Lunch in Midway Or Picnic Lunch
Day 6

Periyar national park

After breakfast we will go for walk around national park or if we want can go for boat ride. Periyar Tiger Reserve keeps the magnificence of flora and fauna lively. Periyar National park uncloaks nature’s bounty, with great scenic charm and rich bio diversity.

Span through a sprawling 925 Sq .km area, Periyar is one of the 27 tiger reserves in India visited by tourists and wild life enthusiasts. The place is fervently guarded and efficiently managed reserve where you can meet rare, endemic and endangered flora and fauna and forms the major watershed of two Periyar and Pamba rivers.

Terrain is undulating with substantial mountains of over 1700 metres surrounding the north and eastern. Towards the western it combines into a comprehensive tableland Install Level of average level 1200 metres. Rom the edge of this plateau the land drops significantly to the heavily wooded areas of Sabarimala Mountains in the Pamba Stream basin

Distance : ~ Nil
Hotel : Mountain Court YARD / Wild Corridor / Similar
Meal Plan : Breakfast and Dinner at hotel, Lunch in Midway Or Picnic Lunch
Day 7

Vagamon

Kerala Cycling Tour
Today after breakfast, we will proceed towards Vagamon, Still untouched by commercialisation; the sleepy town with its scenic valleys, beautiful green meadows, enchanting pine forests, mists, fogs, tea estates, waterfalls with the overall greenery is really striking.

Vagamon is at the fringe of the Western Ghats and the foot hills on its lower side reach up to Teekoy with a gradual descent. This narrow strip of descending land gives a vital connectivity to the plains as both sides of vagamon up to kuttikkanam on the south west and moolamattom on the north east, are marked by steep and inaccessible hill slopes.

Travelling by the hill highway in this section is an exhilarating experience with deep valleys and views all around. Reaching Vagamon itself involves traversing a meandering road that is cut in solid rock and lined with pine forests.

National Geographic Traveler has listed Vagamon on their directory of the "50 most attractive places to visit in India". It has a cool climate, situated 1,100 metres above sea level.

Dist: 50 Kms
Hotel : Summer Sand /Vagamon Heights
Meal Plan : Breakfast , Lunch and Dinner at hotel
Day 8

kumarakom

Today after breakfast, we will proceed towards Kumarakom, Kumarakom is a village on Vembanad Lake in the backwaters of Kerala, famous for its backwater tourism It is set in the backdrop of the Vembanad Lake, the largest lake in the state of Kerala.

The town of Kumarakom is a group of little isles on the Vembanad Pond, and is aspect of the Kuttanad area. The fowl haven here, which is distributed across 14 miles, is popular bother of migratory crazy birds and an ornithologist's heaven. Egrets, Darters, Herons, Teals, Waterfowls, Cuckoo, Wild Goose and migratory crazy birds like the Siberian Stork check out here in flocks and captivate all guests.

Waterscapes, the backwater hotel of the Kerala Travel and leisure Growth Organization has separate bungalows built on stilts, set among grape groves providing a spectacular view of the backwaters. Vacation offers including houseboats and conventional Kettuvalloms (rice barges) offer great experiences. Kumarakom has been declared a Special Tourism Zone by the Kerala state Government Today we will pass thru places like Pala , Erattupetta etc…overnight stay.

Dist: 100 Kms
Note : After 50 Kms of cycling, we will load our bike on our backup vehicle and we will drive towards Kumarakom.
Hotel : Lake Song/Similar
Meal Plan : Breakfast and Dinner at hotel, Lunch in Midway Or Picnic Lunch
Day 9

Kumarakom

Today after breakfast, we will go for canoeing in the narrow backwater lane and see the life of rural people of Kerala. A two-hour rowing canoe trip is quite cheap, and is best undertaken in the evening or early morning to avoid the afternoon sun.

Situated in the Kottayam region of Kerala, which is already known for its lavish plants, this unique backwater town contributes more than a glimmer to it. The scenery basically comprises of a group of island towns in and around the huge "Vembanad Kayal" backwater body (which is also, furthermore the biggest in Kerala), with many extended bodies all covered by beautiful, dense, lavish and relaxing plants.

Will be back to hotel for lunch and have whole afternoon and evening to relax,Overnight will be at hotel.

Dist: Nil
Hotel : Lake Song/Similar
Meal Plan : Breakfast Lunch and Dinner at hotel
Day 10

Alleppey

Alleppey
Today we will proceed to Alleppey, we will cycle only 40 Kms today, rest will be a transfer in vehicle. The bike ride through rubber estatse is an attraction. After a quick break we transfer you out of town to Alleppey for the epitome of your bi-cycle holiday.

A luxury rice-barge moored on the backwaters awaits our arrival. Festive lunch on boat, music in the background, you’re next in charge steering the boat through vast stretches of blue waters. Coconut palms, temples and villages in the horizon, you have a book out to sketch or write a poem. Amidst a million stars in the night sky, the breeze silently steers you into God’s own waters.

Alleppey is one of the most significant vacationer facilities in the condition, with a huge system of national pathways making it the sobriquet "Venice of the east". These huge system of pathways offer Alleppey its life line. Alleppey was one of the most popular facilities of business in previous times with one of the best known slots along the malabar shore.

Even now it maintains its appeal as the center for Coir carpet sectors and prawn farming. Alleppey the best head office for backwater travel and leisure as well as for trips to the charming cathedral loaded city of Kottayam, and the city of Aranmula, popular for its ancient Aranmula Reptile Vessel Competition which is an yearly occasion.


Cycling Dist: 40 Kms
Hotel : AC Premium Houseboat
Meal Plan : Breakfast Lunch and Dinner at Houseboat
Day 11

Marari Beach (Last day of Cycling)

Morning at 9am after breakfast you’re out onto beautiful stretches of acreage. Goodbyes to your captain and crew, you’re set to learn some Coir (coconut fiber) making from a local outfit, the traditional way! Biking on narrow routes through numerous villages and temples we head to Mararikulam, a fishing village by the beach.

In fact it is rated as one of the world’s top five Hammock Beaches by National Geography. This part of Kerala has the largest number of bi-cycle users and you’d be surprised to find others join us to our destination. Right in time for lunch and tired after a sweaty ride we’re almost beginning to feel the end of cycling.

Marari beach in Mararikulam is a honor to the fisherfolk of this area who fill its soul in apparent and simple methods. Our visitor bungalows replicate their residences in design and personality while our delicacies shows the cooking intricacies of these people whose sensibilities and lifestyle have been influenced by the charms and challenges of the oceans.

Cycling Distance : Approx 30KMS
Hotel : Abad Turtle Beach Resort
Meal Plan : Breakfast

Day 12

Marari Beach - No cycling

Today also you will be at Marari, but we do not have any activities on the last day. For nature fans of every colour, know that Marari is a rare show-case of variety.

Marari is a relaxing place to chill out and rest. If you want to visit Marari, you must experience and have fun with the comfort on the abandoned exotic seashores. To make your trip exciting, you may wander around the seaside as there are plenty of touring places where you can spends ome time with the ones you love. Day is free for leisure at beach or hotel, Overnight at hotel.

Hotel : Abad Turtle Beach Resort
Meal Plan : Breakfast
Day 13

Marari Beach

Pack yor bags, our tour leaders will transfer you to the Cochin International Airport on time. only to depart with a bag full of happy and fun filled memories. Tour and our services end here.

Meal Plan : Only Breakfast


Tour Cost USD 1950 Per Person (Maximum Bikers - 8)
Single Supplement USD 890

Tour Cost USD 2040 Per Person based on 2 Person travelling together for Exclusive Guided Private Tour.

Note: For Guaranteed Departure we need minimum 2 Person.
Note: Domestic flight ticket and train tickes or extension tour can be done on request.

Dates

Trip Status

Cost(Per Person)

 


03/10/2024 - 15/10/2024
(13 days)

Guaranteed

$1,950

20/10/2024 - 01/11/2024
(13 days)

Available

$1,950

03/11/2024 - 15/11/2024
(13 days)

Available

$1,950

24/11/2024 - 06/12/2024
(13 days)

Available

$1,950

22/12/2024 - 03/01/2025
(13 days)

Available

$2,240

12/01/2025 - 24/01/2025
(13 days)

Available

$1,950

26/01/2025 - 07/02/2025
(13 days)

Available

$1,950

09/02/2025 - 21/02/2025
(13 days)

Available

$1,950

02/03/2025 - 14/03/2025
(13 days)

Available

$1,950

Book This Tour
If you want exclusive and private tour than feel free to write us an email at info@cyclinginindia.com

Bikes: Trek Bikes

Bike Hire: Includes on Tour Cost. You may bring your own bikes, but in this case let us know in advance.

Accommodation

Accommodation is offered at all locations. Most of the hotels are Culture Resort, Eco Resorts & family run hotels - all with a common line of quality in service. Our costs are based on 'twin-sharing' foundation. For those who wants single room, we offer single room, but at extra cost.

Terrain

The landscape is mostly and flatland, village streets except Munnar and Thekkady which is hilly region.

Climate

Mostly dry depends on which month of the year you are travelling.

Transportation/Support Vehicles

All transport is involved in the cost. We provide backup vehicle at all times during cycling trip. The vehicle can be used to boat your baggage & yourself as required.

Food

Food is a very essential part of these trips. We make sure that the meals we offer is method delicious, unless you ask for dull meals. You are also permitted the choice of veggie or non-vegetarian meals. We suggest that you consume only the canned standard water. Please make sure that the container is enclosed.

What to bring

  • Footwear
  • Bike shoes
  • Helmet
  • Pedal
  • Water Bottle
  • Sun cream lotion
  • Relaxed shoes for walking
  • Shoes for other sightseeing
  • Socks
  • Clothing

    • In Indian, the conventional of outfit is more traditional. We counsel you to prevent very short shorts/skirts and limited tops/tanktops when viewing small non-urban places, temples, mosques or other sacred sites as this may limit your access.
    • Water resistant jacket.
    • Riding a bike equipment like safety gloves and shorts.

    Others

    • Torch
    • Mosquito repellent
    • Eyewear, cap
    • Sun lotion of spf at least 35
    • Individual Bike riding equipment like bar finishes, pedals, chairs and headgear
    • Helmets for riding a bike

    Health

    Malaria is a avoidable disease that can create trouble if neglected. One can prevent disease by taking recommended anti-malarial drugs and defending against insect attacks. The areas you will be passing are Malaria-free. Make sure that your insurance provider includes illnesses and injuries overseas.

    Precautions

    • Bring all the important medications and OTC medications. Do not ignore to have the brands as well as the general titles of the medications one needs to have.
    • Use a sun hat when revealed.
    • Consume a lot of liquids. Don't drink tap water. Use only bottled water which is always kept in the back of your automobile.
    • Bring your personal medical kit and pest resilient.
    • To avoid fungus and parasitic attacks, keep legs clean and dry, and do not go without shoes.
    • Do not eat food bought from road providers.
    • Do not drink drinks with ice.
    • Do not eat milk products unless it is known that they have been pasteurized.
    • Prevent managing creatures (especially apes, pets, and cats) to avoid attacks and serious illnesses.

    Medical Information Update

    Details given above are liable to change every now and then and one should contact the Native India tasks of the specific country or the government vacationer offices for more details.

    Shopping

    You will get possibilities en-route to do a bit of purchasing. However unless particularly requested for, our guide will not suggest any particular store. Neither we nor our driver/guides take any percentage on purchasing.

    Spending Money

    Every visitor will have different cash specifications and varying personal costs. Please assess your own spending routines while enabling for beverages, purchasing and falling. Also keep aside cash for extra costs like:

    • Foods which are not included
    • Emergencies
    • Optionally available activities /additional sightseeing
    • Shopping/Souvenirs

    Foreign Exchange

    As Indian currency value tend to go up and down, make reference to the following website for daily return rates: www.xe.com.

    Airport Taxes

    There is no airport terminal or leaving taxation from any airport terminal of India.

    Tour Cost Includes:

    • Hotel Based on Twin Sharing
    • Bikes for complete Tour (Cycling Part Only - Trek Bikes)
    • All Meals(Breakfast and dinner at Hotel)
    • Lunch in Midway restaurant/City Restaurant or Pack Lunch
    • Expert Cycle mechanic throughout the tour
    • Back up AC vehicle for complete tour
    • Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary Visit at Thattekad
    • Canoe ride in Kumarakom
    • Overnight Houseboat Stay
    • Periyar Boat Ride
    • Fresh Fruits/Snacks (Only Cycling Part)
    • Unlimited water during cycling (Only Cycling Part)
    • All road and transport taxes
    • Driver Allowance
    • Toll and Parking charges
    • 5% Government Taxes

    Tour Cost Excludes:

    • Any Domestic or International flight tickets
    • Monument or Sightseeing entry fees
    • Still/Video camera fees
    • Tips and Gratitude
    • Travel insurance
    • Any Hard and Soft Drink

    Dates

    Trip Status

    Cost(Per Person)

     


    03/10/2024 - 15/10/2024
    (13 days)

    Guaranteed

    $1,950

    20/10/2024 - 03/11/2024
    (13 days)

    Available

    $1,950

    03/11/2024 - 15/11/2024
    (13 days)

    Available

    $1,950

    24/11/2024 - 06/12/2024
    (13 days)

    Available

    $1,950

    22/12/2024 - 03/01/2025
    (13 days)

    Available

    $2,240

    12/01/2025 - 24/01/2025
    (13 days)

    Available

    $1,950

    26/01/2025 - 07/02/2025
    (13 days)

    Available

    $1,950

    09/02/2025 - 21/02/2025
    (13 days)

    Available

    $1,950

    02/03/2025 - 14/03/2025
    (13 days)

    Available

    $1,950

    5% discount on all tours if book for 4 Person

    Guaranteed // trips are open for booking and confirmed to run.

    Available// trips are open for booking but not yet confirmed. We Need only 2 Cyclist to Guaranteed Departure
    Contact // If you would like to book this tour as private or exclusive trip, please contact us at info@cyclinginindia.com.

    Private Groups and Customised Tours

    In addition to our scheduled trips which cater for 2-8 cyclists we are experienced in organising private, customised and group tours for larger and smaller numbers of cyclists. Because we have strong relationships with our local guides and agents we are in an excellent position to secure you the best options for your accommodation and local services. If you want a personalised adventure cycling trip for 2 or more people, please contact us and we'll be able to discuss this further.

    Optional Extras

    Own Room: Single Supplement $890

    Flights

    International or Domestic Flight Cost is not included but if you want then we will be glad to assisit you


    NOTE: Please read through the General information and Inclusion section to see exactly what the price includes & excludes before booking!