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CYCLING TOUR OF SOUTH INDIA
10 NIGHTS & 11 DAYS

Day 01: Arrival Kochi (By Flight)

Arrive at Kochi airport, our representative will meet & greet you then transfer to Kochi to check-in to your hotel.
Kochi, as an ancient port, has witnessed several rulers like Portuguese, Dutch and English making their mark on the lively city which is also famous as the “Queen of the Arabian Sea”. Kochi is a popular trading site for tea, coffee, rubber, cardamom and pepper. Later, will take your for a short walk down the Cochin area. You can also attend a performance of Kathakali dance, the traditional dance form of Kerala, in the evening. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 02: Kochi – Athirappilly (85 Kms – 37 Kms Transfer; 48 Kms cycling)

You would travel a little off from your hotel to start the day’s biking towards the Athirappilly Waterfalls located at the foothills of the Western Ghats. This is the largest waterfall in Kerala standing at a height of 80 feet. You will ride through the back roads, plantations of rubber, oil palms and spices as you ride higher in altitude.. Enjoy your life to the fullest before retiring to your hotel. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 03: Athirappilly – Valparai (86Kms Cycling; Optional Transfer)

Gear up for a memorable ride through the rich canopy of the Western Ghats on your way up towards the hill station of Valparai, enveloped in tea gardens and lush forests. With a divine flora, fauna and avifauna, the region houses some of the most endemic species. Keep a lookout as you ride to catch a glimpse of the endangered Malabar Pied Hornbill, Lion Tailed Macaques, Malabar Grey Hornbill, Wayanad Laughing Thrush and the Nilgiri Langurs to name a few of the rarest of the sightings. Finish your ride and check in hotel. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 04: Valparai – Pollachi (75 Kms Cycling)

This day you would be biking downhill through twenty-four hairpin bends to cover the plains of Tamil Nadu. Reach a traditional village near Pollachi. The famous Indira Gandhi National Park is situated close-by, which you would visit the next day of stay here in Pollachi. The specialty of biking here in the plains is mainly the spectacular views and the fresh and tranquil ambiance. Your stay here would be at a resort nestled at the beautiful backdrop of coconut grove. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 05: Pollachi – Athoor (150Kms – 80Kms Cycling, 70 Kms Transfer)

Morning you keep on biking towards Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu. Reach a small hamlet on the banks of the Kamaraj Lake as you cover the amazing scenic ride the through coconut groves, sugar cane fields, picturesque village and town. Athoor is a small village run through by the Kodaganar River that ultimately merges with Cauveri River. Evening you would spend the day meeting the local residents, going on long walks and bird-watching as the main activities. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day: 06 Athoor – Madurai (70 Kms Cycling – Sea level)

This day, you would be visiting to Madurai, the great temple city. You will check-in to your hotel in Madurai before heading off to the famous Meenakshi temple in the afternoon. Established in the Sangam period, this temple, along with several others, makes Madurai famous. You will be mesmerized to see the majestic architecture and the colorful Gopurams of the temples attributing to the history of the city. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 07: Madurai – Chettinad

Your ride for this day continues through the countryside on the way to Chettiar village, also known as Chettinad. The region of Chettinad, comprising around 78 villages, is famed for its cuisine, temples, and surprisingly amazing architecture. Chettinad region is a great option for cycling that takes you through the exotic Tamil countryside rich with spread of farmlands, farming communities, temples and majestic mansions exclusive to this place. A day full of adventure cycling through these and more before coming back to hotel. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 08: Chettinad – Tranquibar (99 Kms Cycling)

Thanjavur is your next destination. This is the place that lives with classical art in its heart. Your ride through the countryside of rural Tamil Nadu continues across the Cauvery River Delta and the beautiful coconut plantations before being transferred to the town. A leisurely walk through the lively town covering places like Saraswati Mahal Library and The Brihadeeshwara Temple makes the day perfectly pleasurable. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 09: Tranquibar (99 Kms Cycling)

Time to ride through the delta of the great Cauvery River with long stretches of rice farming that reflects the true essence of South India. The coast of Tranquibar, also called Thiranganbadi by the locals is the final destination for the day. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 10: Tranquibar – Pondicherry (130 Kms – 80 Kms Cycling, 50 Kms Transfer)

Head off for an eventful day of cycling all the way to Pondicherry. The former French enclave is a great place to take your cycles for ride amidst the remnants of colonial France. You would be covering both the French quarter as well as the native quarter where you would put up at a restored heritage bungalow. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 11: Mahabalipuram (99 Kms – 60 Kms Cycling, 39 Kms Transfer to Chennai)

The final day ride is set along the East Coast all the way to Mahabalipuram – a UNESCO Heritage area. Get set off with your bikes to see around the architectural wonders and the regular livelihood of the residents. The major attractions are the rock cut temples of Mahabalipuram that portray the events of the Mahabharata. Later transfer to Chennai airport to take flight back to your destination.

THE HEAVEN OF SOUTH CYCLING TOUR
10 NIGHTS & 11 DAYS

Day 01: Arrive Bangalore

Arrive at Bangalore international airport, meet – great with our office representative and your bicycle tour guide & transfer to your pre booked hotel. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 02: Bangalore - Coimbatore (By Flight) (Approx 10 Kms. Cycling to Check Bikes)

Morning after breakfast transfer to Bangalore airport to board flight to Coimbatore Later, check your bikes and gear, etc. You may go for 10 Kms of cycling around your hotel so that you can check your bikes and our mechanic can prepare your bikes according to your need for the tour. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 03: Coimbatore - Mettupalayam (Approx 35 Kms – 3Hrs. Cycling) (1070 FT.)

Morning after breakfast, we load our bikes on coach and drive for approx 10 Kms to avoid the busy roads of Coimbatore. Noon arrive and check-into hotel for lunch. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 04: Mettupalayam - Coonoor (Approx 38 Kms - 5 Hrs. Uphill Cycling) (6070 Ft.)

After breakfast we will start cycling from our hotel to Coonoor. After 20Kms cycling we will stop on the way have picnic lunch (packed lunch). Upon arrive check-into hotel. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 05: Coonoor - Ooty via Doddabetta Peak (40 Kms - 6 Hrs. Uphill Cycling) (7350 Ft.)

After breakfast gear up our bikes and start cycling towards Ooty via Doddabetta Peak. After 3Hrs 20Kms cycling we will make the stop on the way for picnic lunch (packed lunch). After lunch again cycling to Doddabetta Peak. After visit continue cycling 10Kms to reach Ooty. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 06: Ooty (10-15 Kms. Cycling)

After breakfast cycling tour of Ooty, we will firstly visit the Botanical Garden; Well-maintained lush green lawns, exotic and rare species of flora are special features of the park.  Back to hotel & have lunch at hotel. Later on visit Toda Village. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 07: Ooty - Masinagudi (36 Kms. - 5 Hrs. Downhill Cycling) (4154 Ft.)

After breakfast we will start cycling from hotel to Masinagudi. We will make few stops en-route to enjoy the nature. After 3hrs cycling we will have picnic lunch on the way (packed lunch). Late afternoon arrive and check-into lodge. Evening to enjoy the dinner near to bonfire. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 08: Masinagudi - Bandipur (25 Kms - 4Hrs. Downhill Cycling) (2230–4000 Ft.)

Early morning we will go for safari by jeep in Mudumalai National Park (Morning Safari– 0630-0830 hour). Return to hotel for breakfast. After that check-out from resort and start cycling towards Bandipur National Park. Afternoon arrive at hotel and check-into. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 09: Bandipur - Mysore (20 Kms - Downhill Cycling & Then Drive 60 Kms by Coach)

Early morning we will go for safari by jeep in Bandipur National Park (Morning Safari - 0630 - 0830 hour). Return to the hotel for breakfast. Later check-out from resort and start cycling towards Mysore. Noon arrive and check-into hotel for lunch. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 10: Mysore -Bangalore (10 Kms Cycling) (150 Kms - 4 Hrs. by Coach)

Today morning after breakfast cycling to Chamundi Hills is 1065 meters above the sea level. It is just 3Kms. from Mysore. .After visit we will go back to Mysore and from there, we will board our cycle on the bus and drive to Bangalore. Late afternoon arrives and check-into hotel. Overnight stay is at hotel.

Day 11: Bangalore Departure

Morning after breakfast, drive by coach to Bangalore international airport to board the schedule flight to go back to home.