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Kerala's hills and backwaters by cycle

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Duration
Duration
7 days

South India is an land worth taking the time and cycling through the hills and wetlands of Kerala is the perfect way to experience it!

Often passing through evergreen and moist deciduous forests interspersed with marshy grasslands, this is the right program for those who seek nature, untouched landscapes and unique encounters. Indeed, cycling allows you to pass through the countryside and cross small villages and hamlets.

From Periyar National Park to the famous and unique "backwaters" and ending in Kochi, you discover a unique aspect of South India and enjoy the joy of slow travel.

Trip highlights
  • Discovering Kerala by bike
  • Discovery of animal sanctuaries
  • Immersion in the backwaters

Kerala's hills and backwaters by cycle

day 1

First exploration

First exploration

Welcome to Kerala! You directly go to Thattekad, best known for the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary and a picturesque destination blessed with natural wonders. After a briefing session, get accustomed with your bike through the sanctuary, home of many species of birds.

Cycling distance: Around 10 kms

day 1

First exploration

cycle-through-kerala

First exploration

Welcome to Kerala! You directly go to Thattekad, best known for the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary and a picturesque destination blessed with natural wonders. After a briefing session, get accustomed with your bike through the sanctuary, home of many species of birds.

Cycling distance: Around 10 kms

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day 2

AlongPeriyar River

AlongPeriyar River

After breakfast get ready for a beautiful day of cycling through the countryside, crossing small villages and hamlets. As you pedal along the flow of the Periyar River, you find your way traversing rubber, coconut and pineapple plantations and reach Thekkady.

Cycling distance: Around 40 kms

day 2

AlongPeriyar River

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AlongPeriyar River

After breakfast get ready for a beautiful day of cycling through the countryside, crossing small villages and hamlets. As you pedal along the flow of the Periyar River, you find your way traversing rubber, coconut and pineapple plantations and reach Thekkady.

Cycling distance: Around 40 kms

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day 3

Wildlife ofPeriyar National Park

Wildlife ofPeriyar National Park

Explore Periyar National Park by bike but also hiking. Through the nature trail, you admire birds,butterflies and other wildlife. After walking around the Periyar Lake with a tribal guide, through the moist deciduous forest and grass lands, you cycle around the hilly town of Thekkady.

Cycling distance: Around 20 kms

day 3

Wildlife ofPeriyar National Park

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Wildlife ofPeriyar National Park

Explore Periyar National Park by bike but also hiking. Through the nature trail, you admire birds,butterflies and other wildlife. After walking around the Periyar Lake with a tribal guide, through the moist deciduous forest and grass lands, you cycle around the hilly town of Thekkady.

Cycling distance: Around 20 kms

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day 4

In the spice fields

In the spice fields

Another beautiful day of cycling, filled with rides along plush landscape and aromatic hills. From the Cardamom Hills of Thekkady, you pedal your way through the rubber plantations and tea gardens. After a drive to Kumarakom, an unhurried backwater village, it's time to relax.

Cycling distance: Around 40 kms

day 4

In the spice fields

cycle-through-kerala

In the spice fields

Another beautiful day of cycling, filled with rides along plush landscape and aromatic hills. From the Cardamom Hills of Thekkady, you pedal your way through the rubber plantations and tea gardens. After a drive to Kumarakom, an unhurried backwater village, it's time to relax.

Cycling distance: Around 40 kms

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7 days From 1050 €

Included in the price

  • 24/7 assistance from your travel expert.
  • An English speaking guide along the trip
  • Transport by AC Vehicule to carry bicycles and luggages
  • The bikes' rental
  • Accommodation as mentioned in the program in a double / twin room (with twin beds where possible)\
  • Breakfast.
  • Water throughout the day
  • Government taxes and service taxes.

Not included in the price

  • Domestic flights or train tickets to reach Kochi (we can take care of it! Contact us)
  • Lunches and dinners
  • Drinks (except for water), tips and other personal expenses.
  • Entry fees for temples, monuments and parks.
  • Personal insurance.
  • Anything not listed in the "Prices includes" section.

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