• Upon arrival at Thiruvananthapuram airport, we will be greeted by representative of our agency and then transfer to Kovalam, we are transferred to the hotel of Kovalam. Before we start experiencing our cycle tour, will relax and get comfortable with the surroundings. Kovalam has beautiful beaches with many cafes around which overlooking the sandy beaches. Overnight stay at the hotel.

• We start our day with 1 hour morning Yoga session outside the hotel.

• Later, after making necessary adjustments of our bikes, we will start a short and relaxing ride by passing through Local fisherman’s villages in Kovalam. Explore the local area in the afternoon or can relax at sandy beaches of Arabian Sea. We can sit in beach side cafe in the evening and enjoy the boats sailing with the backdrop of the setting sun. Kerala is very popular for herbal care, and so you can opt for an Ayurvedic massage (Optional). Number of ailments can be cured through Ayurvedic massage by using different types of oils and herbs. We can extend our today ride up to 35 kms by passing fishing villages and stunning coastal road.

Kovalam - Veli

• Today, after the breakfast we drive to Veli by vehicle.

Veli - Varkala

• And from here, we continue our cycling to estuary. The Lagoon is a shallow body of water separated from the larger body of ocean and we can see fisherman working on their boats and nets. We will visit fishing village of Anjuthengu and stop at Anjengo Fort, which was built in 17th century by British East India Company and was the first British trading post on the Malabar Coast. Later, we will head towards Varkala, a coastal and temple town and famous as a pilgrimage centre for thousands of Hindu followers come for the worship at Janardhana swamy temple. Varkala has become famous for backpacker hangout and people around the world get attracted towards its naturally beautiful clifftop and relaxed vibe. Upon arriving at Varkala, now it’s a time to relax at the beautiful sandy beaches of Arabian coast and enjoy the stunning sunset followed by delicious dinner arranged at local restaurant. Today we will cover up around 36 kms distance.

• Today, we will cycle through beautiful blue lagoons alongside palm fringed shores. During our travelling, we will be visiting few villages to see traditional Coir–making skills (The fibers from the outer husk of the coconut, which is used to make tope and mats) and Fishing. Kollam is located at Ashtamudi Lake and southwest coast of India, bordering Laccadive Sea in the west and surrounded by coconut palms and cashew tree plantation. Kollam is also known for its Cashew Industry. Kollam houses are typically made of wooden in Keralan style and situated at the Southern end of the backwaters which makes Kollam a perfect place for exploring canals and lagoons.

• Upon arrival at the Kollam Jetty, we start cycling to the South along coastal roads shaded by palm trees for 16 kms. We will cross a river by boats carrying our cycles on it. Today our cycle ride is about 22kms. Later, we will visit the Manarasala snake temple by bus which is close to the settlement of Thottappally. After temple visit, we will enjoy our lunch cooked traditionally by a family run restaurant and served on banana leaf. After having lunch we will explore the surrounding by motor launch through the backwaters and heads towards our home stay, it may take few hours and is the perfect way to explore the waterways, which is covering 1900 square kilometers. Boats are like taxis for villagers who perform mail delivery, harvest and other goods through boats and it becomes an integral part of their daily life. Soon our boat rides come to an end and we check in to our accommodation, in the old trading town of Alleppey. Tonight, we will stay in a village style in countryside. It is very unique and lifetime experience to stay with local village families and to know there lifestyle, culture and cuisine very closely. Most of the houses are having guest rooms in the home, also attached is private guest bathroom as well. Rooms are basic and having twin or double bedding.

• After the breakfast, today we will have an opportunity to cover up our surroundings. During our cycling through the backwaters, we have a chance to meet the local villagers and we will also be visiting churches and temples. Later, we enjoy the Moonlight Cruise by canoe with the traditional songs sung by the locals. The Laborious villagers survive on cultivating vegetables, taming cows, pigs and chickens.

• Today, we will combine the engine and pedal power to reach our destination and leave behind the beautiful backwaters. Erattupetta is well known for the rubber plantation way back in 19th century. The weather becomes slightly cooler and we continue cycling in the shade of rubber tree. As we are going to stay with a local family and we will have an opportunity learn the traditional food and curry. We can also opt for a long natural walk by garden or can swim in natural pool. Planter Homestay is fifty years old well spacious and cosy two storey family house. Air conditioning is not available in all rooms but rooms are bright and airy enough. These houses are surrounded by lush greens with rubber trees and lots of bird life can be seen around.

• In the morning, we will walk around through plantation and try to learn about different types of Fruits and Medical plants. And in the afternoon, we can go for the bath in natural Rock pool and later can opt for visiting Poonjar palace (residence of Maharaja and his family) which was abandoned 900 Years ago by them. We can also have a chance to visit the local town. (cycling-35kms)

• Today, we will be driving few steep roads before we actually start cycling to Thekkady. Our cycling route is through Wagamon and we enjoy the cool weather, tea plantation and rolling hills. Our cycling routes include many rubber plantation and through spice gardens. Later, we will get a chance to meet local tea pickers in the plantation and get the feel of the beauty of the region. Thekkady has many spice shops and people around the world come to this place and shop for spices, that is the reason Thekkady is called spice hub of Kerala. Anybody can feel the fragrance of Aroma in the air and Thekkady is also known as Cardamom hills. Later, we will visit the Connemara tea factory.

• Today morning, we will go for a Forest walk in search of wildlife animals like Elephants Indian Bison, Flying squirrel, Tortoise, Porcupine and many types of Bird species. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is also known as the Periyar Tiger Reserve, and it’s having almost 40 Tigers living in 925 sq. km. Visiting the park is like exploring the nature around and we get fascinated with the peaceful atmosphere around and get relaxed from our busy schedules. Periyar wildlife is well known for its rich flora and fauna and one can see teak, rosewoods, sandalwoods, mangos, tamarinds, banyans, bamboo etc. (No cycling today).

Periyar (Thekkady) - Kuttikkanam

• Today morning, we will enjoy the free wheel ride around 30 kms. We will cycle in a very beautiful route down to Kuttikkanam.

Kuttikkanam - Cochin (Kochi)

• And we will continue our trip by bus to the Kochi port (Kochi port is one of the largest port in India). From the British era Kochi has the influence of Portuguese, Dutch and English, and it is famous for its kathakali dancers. One can find many kathakali dance centers in the region. And these dances take around 3-4 hours to paint their faces. These dancers depict the events from Ramayana and Mahabharata, an Indian epic.

• Today, we will cover up old Kochi town through Cycling. Kochi was a fishing village in the pre- colonial Kerala. Due to the arrival of the Chinese, Arabs and Phoenicians in the second millennium BC, the European links was strengthens in 16th century and Portuguese, Dutch and English arrival begun. After visiting the Old Kochi, we will enjoy the Sunset Cruise around the Island. There is an option for an early morning cycle ride of 25Kms and later we can come to Fort Kochi to continue the sightseeing on cycle.