Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Arrival in Kovalam
Arrival in KovalamOptional Activities
- Walk to the lighthouse
- Explore the fishing harbour
- Relax at beachside cafes
- Dinner out in Kovalam
Landmarks Kovalam Lighthouse Kovalam Beach - Day 2
Kovalam
Kovalam- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Introductory bike ride through fisherman's villages (approximately 10 kilometres)
- Bike adjustment
Optional Activities
- Extended cycling route (up to 32km through fishing villages and coastal roads)
- Beach exploration and swimming
- Surfing on Arabian Sea
- Ayurvedic massage
Landmarks Kovalam Beach - Day 3
Kovalam to Varkala
Kovalam to Varkala- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Bus transfer from Kovalam to Veli
- Cycling through estuary and lagoon areas (approximately 37 kilometres total)
- Visit Anjengo Fort
Optional Activities
- Visit Janardhana Swamy Temple
- Explore Varkala town
Landmarks Anjengo Fort Janardhana Swamy Temple Varkala Beach - Day 4
Varkala to Kollam
Varkala to Kollam- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycling through coastal areas to Kollam (approximately 36 kilometres)
Optional Activities
- Time on Kollam beach
- Explore fishing villages
- Visit cashew plantations
Landmarks Ashtamundi Lake Kollam Beach - Day 5
Kollam to Allepey
Kollam to Allepey- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Cycling through coastal villages (approximately 37 kilometres total)
- Ferry crossing
- Visit to Manarasala Snake Temple
- Motor launch exploration through backwaters (approximately 3 hours)
Optional Activities
- Explore Allepey town
Landmarks Manarasala Snake Temple Kerala Backwaters Alleppey (Alappuzha) - Day 6
Allepey
Allepey- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycling through backwater villages (approximately 35 kilometres)
- Sunset or moonlit canoe cruise through backwaters
Optional Activities
- Visit local churches and temples
- Explore villagers' farms and gardens
Landmarks Kerala Backwaters - Day 7
Allepey to Erattupetta
Allepey to Erattupetta- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional curry prepared by host family)
Included Activities
- Cycling through rubber plantations (approximately 33 kilometres)
- Plantation overview with local family
Optional Activities
- Watch host cook traditional curry
- Walk through gardens
- Swim in natural rock pools
Landmarks Erattupetta Rubber Plantations - Day 8
Erattupetta
Erattupetta- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Plantation walk and learning about fruits and medicinal plants (approximately 9 kilometres cycling)
Optional Activities
- Rock pool bathing (depending on season)
- Visit to Poonjar Palace (outside viewing only)
- Local town exploration
- Extended cycle route (32km)
Landmarks Poonjar Palace - Day 9
Erattupetta to Thekkady
Erattupetta to Thekkady- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycling through Wagamon tea plantations and spice gardens (approximately 30 kilometres)
- Visit to Connemara Tea Factory
Optional Activities
- Meet local tea pickers
- Explore spice shops in Thekkady
Landmarks Connemara Tea Factory Thekkady Spice Gardens - Day 10
Thekkady
Thekkady- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Forest walk in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
Landmarks Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary - Day 11
Thekkady to Kochi
Thekkady to Kochi- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycling descent through Kuttikanam (approximately 30 kilometres total)
Optional Activities
- Kathakali dance performances
- Explore European influences in Kochi
Landmarks Kochi (Cochin) - Day 12
Kochi
KochiIncluded Activities
- Cycling through Fort Cochin (approximately 10 kilometres)
- Sunset cruise around surrounding islands
Optional Activities
- Visit oldest European church in India
- Visit oldest synagogue in India
- Explore Chinese fishing nets
Landmarks Fort Cochin Chinese Fishing Nets - Day 13
Departure from Kochi
Departure from Kochi- Meals
- Breakfast
