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Cycle Kerala & Tropical India

Summary:

Cycle from the Western Ghats to the idyllic coastline of Kerala

Duration
14 Days
Cities
3
Next Departure
11-Aug-2024
Starting at
± USD 2,745.00
Price per day
± USD 196.00
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Operator
Exodus
Tour
Cycle Kerala & Tropical India
Travel Style
Bicycle Tour where you ride a bike
Group Size
4 - 14
Overall rating
Star Rating: 5 (4.80)
Age Group
16 - 99 Years
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Summary

Cycle from the Western Ghats to the idyllic coastline of Kerala

Map: Cycle Kerala & Tropical India (Exodus)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Start Mysore
Day 2
Ride To Srirangapatnam Ruins; Return To Mysore; Af...
Day 3
Cycle On The Back-Roads Of Mysore Plateau To Chama...
Day 4
Cycle On The Back-Roads To Bandipur National Park
Day 5
Optional Ascent To Ooty; Free Afternoon To Explore
Day 6
Western Ghats Descent Through Tea Plantations; Tra...
Day 7
Ride Past Guruvayoor Temple; Continue To Cherai Be...
Day 8
Cycle Along Coastal Roads Lined With Coconut Palms...
Day 9
Free Day In Cochin To Explore The Bazaars And The ...
Day 10
Cycle Past Old Portuguese Houses; Continue To Muha...
Day 11
Explore Muhamma Town Before Backwater Boat Trip; O...
Day 12
Ride To Laid-Back Varkala
Day 13
Free To Relax On The Beach And Try Delicious Seafo...
Day 14
End Varkala

Travel Cities (3): Backwaters, Kochi, Mysore

Details

Beautiful landscapes, fascinating towns, stunning beaches and superb food, southern India is an excellent place to explore by bike. This trip offers the chance to cycle through the highlights, from the cool heights of the Western Ghats, where sanctuaries hide monkeys, elephants and tigers, to the quiet backwaters of Kerala, where Hinduism has produced elaborately decorated temples, and colourful villages, where rural life has changed little for centuries. The final coastal ride to Varkala rewards us with time to relax on the beach and reflect on an unforgettable experience.

Highlights

  • Cycle through striking countryside with tea plantations
  • Discover Hindu temples and Christian churches
  • Cruise the Kerala backwaters on a traditional houseboat
  • Enjoy a 4x4 safari in Bandipur National Park

Included in Price

  • All breakfasts, 10 lunches and four dinners are 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.
  • All breakfasts, 10 lunches and four dinners included
  • All accommodation
  • Monument entrance fees as per itinerary
  • One Jeep Safari
  • Local bike hire

NOT included in price

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

Travel Package

 

Coming from

 

Going to

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Mysore

Arrow Going To

Backwaters

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