Enchanting Kerala by Cycle

Arrive at Kochi International Airport, where you will be warmly welcomed by a santos.travel representative. You will be transferred to your hotel in Fort Kochi, the historic heart of the city. On arrival, your bicycle will be handed over and final tune-up will be done. The rest of the day is at leisure, allowing you to relax and get accustomed to the surroundings, explore the colonial streets, or enjoy the seaside ambiance. Overnight stay at a hotel in Fort Kochi.

Begin your tour with an easy and relaxed ride through Fort Kochi and Mattancherry, exploring the city’s rich colonial and cultural heritage. Visit Santa Cruz Basilica, Dutch Cemetery, St. Francis Church, Dhobi Ghat, Chinese Fishing Nets, Dutch Palace, Paradesi Synagogue, Jew Town, and the Spice Market. Riding through narrow lanes allows close interaction with local life, aromas, and history. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Kathakali dance performance. Overnight stay at Fort Kochi.

Enjoy a scenic ride through a charming chain of islands linked by bridges and ferries, with stunning views of tranquil backwaters, traditional Chinese fishing nets, rustic fishing villages, swaying coconut groves, and bustling town markets. Ferry crossings add a touch of local flavor to your journey. In the afternoon, glide through narrow canals on a kayak in the backwaters of Paravur or Kadamakudy, observing riverside village life up close. Overnight stay at Cherai.

Today’s ride takes you through the legendary Muziris region, once a thriving ancient trade hub linking India with the Roman world. Cycle between historic sites including Paravur and Chendamangalam Synagogues, Vypeekotta Seminary, Paliam Palace Museum, Kottapuram Fort and market, Cheraman Juma Masjid, Kodungallur Bhagavathy Temple, Pallippuram Fort, Manjumatha Church, and Sahodaran Ayyappan Museum. Transfer to resort at Illithode. Overnight stay at a nature resort in Illithode.

Set out on a peaceful countryside ride to Thattekad (Salim Ali) Bird Sanctuary, home to hundreds of bird species. Continue the ride to Abhayaranyam at Kaprikkad, one of Kerala’s prominent elephant training & rehabilitation center, where elephants are bathed and cared for along the Periyar River. In the evening, enjoy fishing, with an optional Ayurvedic massage for relaxation. Overnight stay at Illithode.

An early start is recommended as today marks the transition into the Western Ghats. Ride via Kothamangalam and Adimali, gradually gaining altitude as the landscape changes from lowland forests to misty hills. The final climb to Munnar is demanding but deeply rewarding, passing tea plantations, waterfalls, and mountain streams. Check in to your resort and relax in the cool mountain climate. Overnight stay at Munnar.

Ride uphill to Top Station, one of the highest viewpoints in the region, offering breathtaking views of the Western Ghats and the plains of Theni district in Tamil Nadu. The route features rolling climbs and spectacular scenery. Later, proceed to Ellappatti for a trek through grasslands and forest trails. Overnight stay in camp at Ellappatti, enjoying a true wilderness experience.

Descend and climb through scenic mountain roads surrounded by tea and spice plantations, cycling towards Periyar Wildlife Reserve. En route, visit a spice garden to learn about cardamom, pepper, cloves, and cinnamon cultivation. After reaching Thekkady, settle into your resort. In the evening, enjoy a live Kalaripayattu performance, Kerala’s ancient martial art. Overnight stay at Thekkady.

Begin the day with an early morning boat safari on Periyar Lake, offering chances to spot wildlife along the forest banks. Later, continue the ride to Kuttikanam, a charming plantation town once favored during the British era. En route, visit Vandiperiyar market, a tea factory, and Parunthumpara (Eagle Rock) for panoramic views of forests and valleys. Overnight stay at Kuttikanam.

Descend from the hills on a relaxed ride toward the backwaters of Kumarakom, set along the shores of Vembanad Lake. The landscape gradually transforms into canals, paddy fields, and village life. In the afternoon, board a traditional houseboat (Kettuvallam) and begin a peaceful backwater cruise. Overnight stay on the houseboat.

Enjoy a gentle morning ride through the lush paddy fields of Kuttanad, often called the “Rice Bowl of Kerala,” where farming is done below sea level. The rest of the day is free to relax on the houseboat and enjoy the calm rhythm of backwater life. Overnight stay on the houseboat.

Check-out from the houseboat at Alappuzha and enjoy a scenic coastal ride, passing old lighthouses, beaches, temples, churches, and local markets. Arrive at Mararikulam, a traditional fishing village known for its palm-fringed Marari Beach. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Marari.

A full day at leisure to relax on the beach, take short village rides, watch fishermen at work, or simply unwind by the sea. Overnight stay at Mararikulam

After breakfast, transfer to Kochi Airport, bringing your Kerala Cycle Tour to a memorable conclusion, filled with scenic rides, cultural encounters, and unforgettable landscapes.