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Cycle the Coast of Kerala

Summary:

Enjoy gentle cycling along the tropical Keralan coastline

Duration
8 Days
Next Departure
06-Oct-2024
Starting at
± USD 1,621.00
Price per day
± USD 203.00
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Operator
Exodus
Tour
Cycle the Coast of Kerala
Travel Style
Bicycle Tour where you ride a bike
Group Size
4 - 14
Overall rating
Star Rating: 4.5 (4.70)
Age Group
16 - 99 Years
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Map: Cycle the Coast of Kerala (Exodus)

Summary

Enjoy gentle cycling along the tropical Keralan coastline

Day 1
Start Cochin
Day 2
Explore Cochin By Bike And On Foot
Day 3
Cycle To Muhamma, Past Old Portuguese Villas And T...
Day 4
Continue Riding Along The Coast To A Backwater Vil...
Day 5
Optional Morning Village Ride; Board Houseboat
Day 6
Disembark Houseboat; Cliff-Top Ride To The Laid-Ba...
Day 7
Short Morning Ride To The Surrounding Coastal Area...
Day 8
End Varkala

Travel Cities (2): Backwaters, Kochi

Details

Kerala is an excellent place to explore by bike; a true paradise with an idyllic coastline, tranquil backwaters, colourful temples and old stone churches. It’s not surprising it is often called God’s own country. Offering a gentler experience than the often-frenetic north, Kerala is great for a first-time bike trip or your first visit to India. From the old spice port of Cochin to the laid-back beach town of Varkala, we gently cycle through beautiful landscapes, fascinating towns and colourful fishing villages, sampling superb south Indian cuisine along the way. A night in a village homestay provides a unique insight into the warm Keralan hospitality, and we cruise the Kerala backwaters on a traditional houseboat before relaxing on the sweeping beaches of Varkala.

Highlights

  • Explore the old spice town of Cochin
  • Experience warm hospitality in a village homestay
  • Cruise the backwaters on a traditional houseboat
  • Relax on the sandy beaches of Varkala

Included in Price

  • All breakfasts, four lunches and two dinners included. Lunches on riding days are usually taken in roadside cafes, allowing us to sample typical south Indian dishes such as poori (deep-fried bread served with curry) and dosa (thin pancake made with fermented rice and lentil batter). South Indian food is heavily influenced by the tropical landscape; creamy coconut dishes enlivened with delicate spices, served on a banana leaf. It’s also an ideal destination if you are vegetarian. Tea and soft drinks are very cheap but a (large) bottle of beer is approximately 410 rupees (US$5). Please note, due to Kerala state laws, alcohol licenses are limited to one or two bars in each area and not all hotels are permitted to serve alcohol. The first day of every month and certain holidays in India are dry days, when no alcohol is permitted for sale. Generally, you can eat out very cheaply in India. Where food is not included, you should allow at least 1,650 rupees (approximately US$20) per day for lunch and dinner. You can eat out very cheaply in India, but if you mainly eat at the more expensive restaurants, you will spend more than the suggested amount. Please note, service in restaurants can be quite slow. Drinking water is provided in the support vehicle, where you can fill your bottle from the containers.
  • Explore the old spice town of Cochin
  • Experience warm hospitality in a village homestay
  • Cruise the backwaters on a traditional houseboat
  • Relax on the sandy beaches of Varkala

NOT included in price

  • Travel insurance
  • Visas and vaccinations
  • Single supplement
  • E-bike hire

Travel Package

 

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Going to

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Kochi

Arrow Going To

Backwaters

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