Cycle Kerala & Tropical India

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duration 14 days
tour type Small group Request as private
age requirement 16-99 yrs
max group size 14
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-7725
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Operated in English

Starts Mysore, India
Ends Varkala, India

HIGHLIGHTS

Discover idyllic southern India by bike, the most immersive way to experience the friendly people and incredible landscapes
Challenge yourself to climb the fabled hairpins of Ooty
Cruise the backwaters of Kerala on a traditional rice barge – a classic experience in South India!
Search for monkeys and elephants on a 4x4 safari in Bandipur National Park
Finish at the beach, relaxing in the old hippie trail town of Varkala

Start in Mysore and end in Varkala, the trip "Cycle Kerala & Tropical India" is a guided bicycle tour that takes 14 days. You will travel through Guruvayoor, Mysore, Ooty Hill station and 4 other destinations in India. "Cycle Kerala & Tropical India" is a small group trip which includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Jump on the saddle to discover laidback southern India on this cycling group adventure. Accompanied by an expert tour leader and a support vehicle, we are on the saddle most days, riding from the cool Western Ghats to the quiet backwaters of Kerala. Expect some challenging rides – there are high fives all round at the top of the Ooty hairpins! – plus off-the-saddle adventures, including a traditional houseboat stay and a 4x4 safari in Bandipur National Park. We finish in Varkala, on the old hippie trail, for downtime at the beach.

ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1: Start Mysore
Day 2: Ride to Srirangapatnam ruins; return to Mysore; afternoon to explore the city including the Maharaja Palace
Day 3: Cycle the backroads of Mysore Plateau to Chamarajanagar
Day 4: Cycle on the backroads to Bandipur National Park
Day 5: Optional ascent to Ooty; free afternoon to explore
Day 6: Western Ghats descent through tea plantations; transfer to Guruvayoor in tropical Kerala
Day 7: Ride past Guruvayoor Temple; continue to Cherai beach
Day 8: Cycle along coastal roads lined with coconut palms; ferry to Fort Kochi
Day 9: Free day in Kochi to explore the bazaars and the old harbour
Day 10: Cycle past old Portuguese houses; continue to Muhamma
Day 11: Explore Muhamma town before backwater boat trip; overnight on Keralan houseboat
Day 12: Ride to laidback Varkala
Day 13: Free to relax on the beach and try delicious seafood
Day 14: End Varkala

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

All accommodation

Meals

All breakfasts, 10 lunches and four dinners

Others

Monument entrance fees as per itinerary
One jeep safari
Local bike hire

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Travel insurance
Visas and vaccinations
Single supplement
E-bike hire

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

5 - Excellent

Based on 113 reviews

Anonymous
On Mar 22 2024

5 - Excellent

India cycling

This was an excellent trip with 14 other people I did not know who are now friends, we had three guides Safi, Sandeep and Dipkin, Safi was our cycle leader, Dipkin cycle as well and bike mechanic and Sandeep our van driver and... Read more

Anonymous
On Feb 14 2024

5 - Excellent

A trip offering a rich variety of experiences

Was quite nervous about going as it was my first trip to India. Once we arrived, I realised my nerves were unfounded. Our leader Safi and his two assistants Dipin and Sanjeed were all amazing. Everything was organised... Read more

Anonymous
On Nov 27 2023

5 - Excellent

So colourful!

I did this trip in Nov 2019 and did a review but cannot see any reviews from our trip for some reason. This was an amazing trip, so much to see, stop, photograph and take in the views and scenery. Tamil Nadu, tiger reserve (only... Read more

Anonymous
On Nov 14 2023

5 - Excellent

Tropical India

I loved the holiday, the people, the food, the adventures however, I think whoever put the description of the holiday together needs to go on the tour and rename it. There is a lot more cycling on main roads and highways than I... Read more

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Cycle Kerala & Tropical India tour. You can cancel the tour up to 93 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 92 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 10 December 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 10 December 2024, a deposit of 25% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 92 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Cycle Kerala & Tropical India tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Cycle Kerala & Tropical India tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

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