South India Bike Expedition

SOUTH INDIA BIKE EXPEDITION

PLACES TO BE COVERED:

KOCHI – ATHIRAPPILLY - POLLACHI – KODAIKANAL - MUNNAR – THEKKADY – VARKALA - ALLEPPEY – KOCHI

Number of Days: 12 days / 11 Nights

Mode of Transportation: Royal Enfield

ITINERARY:

DAY 01

  Arrive Cochin / Kochi Airport- Check in Hotel

Kochi and Cochin are the 2 names of the same place. So riders do not get confused.

DAY 02

COCHIN TO ATHIRAPPILLY  (90 KM. - 3 TO 4 HRS Ride ) - Royal Enfield Introduction.

Athirappilly land of the land of rivers and forests and great waterfalls. Large waterfalls in Kerala are major tourist attraction. This patch in sholayar ranges with lush green forest cover.

DAY 03

ATHIRAPPILLY  TO POLLACHI  (160 KM. - 6 HRS Drive ) -

All Hills & Idamalayar reserve forest through the tea & coffee estate of Valparai & exciting winding down hair pin bends to reach Pollachi.

DAY 04

POLLACHI TO KODAIKANAL     (145 KM. – 6 HRS. Drive)

Palani Murugan ( Kartikeya ) temple. Ancient temple situated at the height of 1500 feet above sea level.

A chance to explore this historically interesting hill station and its surroundings- we'd recommend simply walking around and taking in the vertiginous mountain views and colonial architecture. More 'serious' trekking into virgin forest can also be arranged. The less energetic may prefer a stroll in the botanical gardens, to bob around on the boating lake, or even swing a club on the town's golf course.

DAY 05

FREE DAY AT KODAIKANAL

Explore Kodai Lake, Kurinji Andavar temple, Coaker's walk, waterfalls & Dolphin Nose.

DAY 06

KODAIKANAL TO MUNNAR  (170 KM. – 4 TO 5 HRS.)

Scenic Route - Zig- Zag mountain road.

Never ending tea plan. 17 hair band pin . bands

Tata tea estate : World largest with a splendid view over Devikulam Lake is here.

DAY 07

FREE DAY AT MUNNAR

A chance to explore the delights of Munnar and the surrounding area. We can also go in search of the Nilgiri Tahr, a rare mountain goat, in the cool of the morning. About half of the total world population of about 2000 animals live in the ranges below the Anamudi Peak (2695m), the highest in southern India. Alternatively we can ride up to the Top Station, or take a dirt-road scramble up to one of the highest tea estates in the world.

DAY 08

MUNNAR TO THEKKADY  – (120 KM.-  4 HRS. Ride )

We will cross back water and rice paddies. There we will cross rubber and tea plantations of the Cardamom hills and southern ghats.  A short but twisty,twisty little minx of a road delivers us to the edge of India's largest national park, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.

DAY 09

A day to explore Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

DAY 10

THEKKADY TO VARKALA  – (190 KM. –  6 HRS.)

Varkala beach offers many beach activities like sightseeing, sunbathing, wind surfing, parasailing, and soaking in the beauty of this calm beach resort. It's a beautiful place for someone who wants a peaceful atmosphere all around. The warm pristine have short and quick waves that expand from 2 to 5 ft.  Enjoying the Ayurvedic and yoga treatments from the famous Yoga and Ayurveda centers give a lovely experience too. So, you can indulge in activities like Ayurvedic treatments, meditation and Yoga while holidaying at this beach. Apart from these, art/creative workshops are also offered over here. Shop from the rows of huts running along the cliff, having everything from jewelry and to handicrafts.

Places to Visit in and around Varkala Beach are:- Janardhana Swami Temple, The Sivagiri Mutt, Papanasam Beach & Cliff Anchengo Fort & Light House and Sivagiri Tunnel

DAY 11

 VARKALA TO ALLEPPEY – (160 KM. –  6 HRS. Ride) -Famous town for backwaters and beautiful houseboat. After breakfast sets the scene for a relaxing day. You can go for and exploratory ride along the coast, past mission churches, un-spoilt fishing villages, backwaters, light houses and beaches shrouded by endless palm trees. After this you should be starting to adjust to the pace of life here. And if you haven't quite chilled out enough, book a massage go to a yoga or cookery class.

DAY 12

ALLEPPEY TO KOCHI – (57 KM. – 1.20 HRS ) We ride down the Western Ghats on a delightful mountain road, passing through tea plantations and a few colonial vestiges. Heading towards the coast, we go through the backwaters and their alluring landscapes which are a harmonious symbiosis of coconut trees, turquoise water, and colourful saris. 

DAY 13

KOCHI :   Fly from Kochi & Departure to sweet home.

THE TOUR  INCLUDES:

·         350 cc / 500 cc / 410 cc Royal Enfield bikes, as per the package.

·         Fuel for the entire tour.

·         Ticket for Periyar wild safari.

·         Backing vehicle – Xylo/Innova car for mechanical and medical support. In emergency only if, anyone is feeling uneasy then he can sit in the car and the mechanic will ride the bike till the next destination. The car will be having tools and spares too.

·         Well experienced and skilled Royal Enfield Mechanic with spare parts and tools. They are well trained to handle large groups. The spares, engine oil and any bike damages on the way will be chargeable.

·         Well experienced tour leader on his bike to lead and guide the tour.

·         Tour manager to manage the entire tour.

·         12 nights / 13 days accommodation on twin or triple sharing bases in standard hotels / havelies/ tents / camps starting from Day 01 at Delhi. All the accommodations will be good clean hotels with hygienic food.

·         If, the group number is odd then the accommodation will be at triple sharing.

·         For couples the accommodation is on twin sharing.

·         Food (Breakfast & Dinner) from day 01 dinner at Delhi.  All meals in the hotel where we stay or at eating joints on the way & may not be in major towns where people prefer to have platters according to their personal tastes.

·         Inner line permits to restricted / protected areas for Indian nationals.

·         Basic first Aid Kit. It’s advised that one should bring his/her own medicines which are known and suitable to him.