With the Arabian Sea in the west, the Western Ghats (UNESCO World Heritage Site) towering in the east and networked by 44 rivers, Kerala enjoys unique geographical features that have made it one of the most sought after destinations in the world.
An equable climate, a long shoreline with serene beaches, tranquil stretches of emerald backwaters, lush hill stations, sprawling plantations ...all of which offer you a unique experience. And what's more, most of these charming destinations is only a short ride away from the other.
This Kerala bike tour includes culture and art at Cochin, amazing bird and wildlife at Thattekad and Periyar, Spice mountains and plantations at Munnar and Thekkady and serene Backwaters at Kumarakom - all in a span of 10 days
Per person on twin share: US$ 1895 (We offer discount if more than 2 people traveling together)
Guided with support vehicle
Included
8 DAYS (APPROX 400 KM)
Daily for minimum 2 people in JAN to APR | SEP to DEC
COCHIN
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Arrive in Cochin. You will be met at the airport by our representative and taken to your hotel. Rest of the day will be free.
After breakfast, try out your bicycles and explore Cochin, a city sometimes referred to as a museum city for its rich and colourful blend of people and architecture. Visit Jewish Synagogue, Mattancherry Palace and Chinese Fishing Nets. Cycling 15-20 KM.
Cycle to Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary. It is also known as Dr Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary in honour of the pre-eminent birder of all times in India who described Thattekad in the 1930's as the richest bird habitat in peninsular India. Cycling 65-70 KM.
Cycle uphill to Munnar in the Western Ghats. At 1600m above sea level, with its sprawling lush green hills and tea plantations, Munnar is a popular hill station in South India. Cycling 50-60 KM.
Explore tea, cardamom and coffee plantations. Visit the Tea Museum (closed on Mondays) where you also get to taste some tea. You may also visit Eravikulam National Park (the park remains closed in February and March) which was established to protect the Nilgiri Tahr (Nilgiri Ibex). Cycling 30-40 KM
Cycle to Thekkady, widely known for its spice plantations. A walk through them makes an interesting insight into the world of spices. Thekaddy is also a base for visiting Periyar National Park. Cycling 80-90 KM
Cycle to Peermade. En route visit Periyar Tiger Reserve. Sprawled over an area of 925 Sq. km., it is one of the 27 tiger reserves in India. See herds of elephants and sambars and also tiger, gaurs and lion tailed macaques. Cycling 40-50 KM.
Cycle to Kumarakom, a serene Backwaters destination and a charming peninsula jutting into the Vembanad Lake that is dotted with plenty of traditional rice boats and canoes. Cycling 80-90 KM
Cycle in the Kumarakom region today, explore the village or visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Cycling 30-40 KM
This morning you will be driven to Cochin airport (2 hour) for your onward flight.
We will be pleased to make additional arrangements and suggest things to see and places to stay should you wish to extend your stay in India. This could be a non-cycling tour as well. Ask us for optional add-on tours by writing to us.
For booking or other queries, please write to us at: contact@periplustravel.com
Daily cycling ranges between 50 to 80 kilometers. If you wish to cycle less, you may hop on to the support vehicle for a part of the journey.
For booking or other queries, please write to us at: contact@periplustravel.com
In Kerala 100% of the roads are asphalt, however, the surface condition vary each year. The surface may not be 100% smooth in villages and interior country roads. The terrain here is geographically diverse - with the Arabian Sea to the West and the mountains of the Western Ghats to the East - offering a great variety of cycling. You will come across numerous small settlements with little bazaars and white-washed houses.
January to mid-April and mid-September to December is the best time to cycle in Kerala. The average day temperature range between 20-30 degree Celsius. The days are generally sunny and pleasant but can sometimes be hot. Please bring a sun hat, sun cream and sunglasses. A light windproof/fleece may be necessary in the evenings when visiting hill stations or wildlife reserves. May, June, July and August are hot and humid and not suitable for cycling. For detailed travel kit recommendations, please refer to our FAQ section.
A SUPPLEMENT, AS CHARGED BY HOTELS, WILL BE APPLICABLE ON TOURS BETWEEN DEC 20 TO JAN 10
ABOVE PRICES ARE VALID TILL APRIL 30, 2025
+ Accommodation on twin-share basis in good quality hotels
+ 9 Breakfast, 1 Dinner
+ Airport arrival and departure transfers with our representative
+ An accompanying support vehicle
+ An accompanying cycling guide on cycling days
+ Entrance fee to monuments
+ Bicycle and Helmet
+ Bottled water during cycling
+ All currently applicable taxes
- Items of personal nature like tips, laundry, telephone calls, drinks, etc
- Any other meals than those mentioned above
- International airfare
- Any insurance coverage
- Camera charges at monuments
- Any extra expenses incurred for reasons beyond our control such as emergency evacuation, natural calamity, etc
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