Your bike tour through rural Kerala, India will feature routes splashed with peaceful stretches of backwaters and canals, serene beaches, exotic wildlife, forests, spice gardens, and rubber plantations. National Geographic Traveler selected Kerala as one of the thirteen paradises on the earth. This tour covers almost every aspect of the cultural and natural beauty that draws people to Kerala. Day 1: Arrival Fort Kochi. Day 2: Bike fitting/ride around Fort Kochi. Day 3: Fort Kochi - Cherai Beach, 28 mi. (45 km). Day 4: Cherai - Paniyeli, 25 mi. (40 km). Day 5: Paniyeli - Thattekkad, 25 mi. (40 km). Day 6: Thattekkad - Thodupuzha, 25 mi. (40 km). Day 7: Thodupuzha - Kumarakom, 22 mi. (35 km). Day 8: Kumarakom - Alleppey, 28 mi. (45 km). Day 9: Depart. Standard Bike: Cannondale Trail 6. Double-butted alloy frame, Front suspension, Shimano Altus 24 speed gearing, FPD Platform pedals (flat), Cannondale Stage 2 saddle, Tektro Novel Mechanical Disc brakes. Accessories: Helmet, Bike bag, Water bottle holder. Electric Bike: Spero E Bike/ Electro. Aluminum frame, Front suspension, 5 gears for the electric mode, Intelligent Display, Powerful Motor, Digital gear, Pedal Assist, Mobile charger and holder, Helmet holder. Accessories: Helmet, Water bottle (no holder on bike). Airport transfers, 8 nights accommodations, All meals as mentioned in the itinerary, Transfers as indicated, 7 day bike rental - 21-24 speed, mountain bike Trek/Merida/Cannondale or electric bike (incl. water bottle holder, helmets), Cycling guide & support vehicle, Mineral water & refreshments during cycling, All applicable taxes. Tips to guide & driver, Beverages, Personal expenses, Bike Protection, Travel Insurance. 2026 departures: Saturdays Sep 1–Dec 31. Electric Bike Itinerary 2026 Sep 1–Dec 31 from $ 1249. Standard Bike Itinerary 2026 Sep 1–Dec 31 from $ 1093. The closest major airport to Kochi, India is Cochin International Airport (COK / VOCI). This airport is in Nedumbassery, India and is 39 km from the center of Kochi, India. Bestowed with a pleasant and equable climate throughout the year, Kerala is a tropical land with the coast running down its entire length and the Western Ghats forming a protective barrier against the dry winds from up north. The monsoons (June-September & October-November) and summer (February-May) are the seasons markedly experienced here, while winter is only a slight drop in temperature from the normal range of 28-32°C. Passport/Visa information: Please make sure that your passport is still valid for at least six months at the end of the tour. An electronic visa (e-visa) is available for passport holders of 150 countries including Australia, New Zealand, UK, USA and citizens of EU countries, with the application and the fee submitted. Fees vary depending on nationality. The visa is valid up to 60 days from the date of arrival. Mandatory vaccinations?: There are no compulsory vaccinations although it is strongly recommended that you are vaccinated against: Typhoid; Hepatitis A and B. Tetanus and polio vaccinations should also be up to date at the time of travel. Please speak to your doctor/physician for the most recent information. This tour is run by Kalypso Adventures. We value the strong relationship we have with our local partners and the services we provide. We are not a broker. We do not inflate tour prices. We are simply travelers helping travelers.
Arrival Fort Kochi
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Bike fitting/ride around Fort Kochi
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Fort Kochi - Cherai Beach
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Cherai - Paniyeli
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Paniyeli - Thattekkad
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Thattekkad - Thodupuzha
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Thodupuzha - Kumarakom
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Kumarakom - Alleppey
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