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South India, India
The New Spice Route
©Stephane Gautronneau
His smile and boundless energy are constants. From Ladakh to Kerala, our American tour
leader spreads his cheerful vibes to everyone on his path.
“Welcome to Kerala! Explore this wild and luxuriant land of spices on a dazzling motorcycle
trip in Southern India.“
JOSH
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TRAVEL DESIGNER
A TRIP
Once upon a time there was Fort Kochi, a former colonial city with Portuguese
and Dutch influences: a spice-trade crossroads and the starting-point for your
Indian motorcycle trip. Immerse yourself in an endearing, idyllic region bursting
with flavours and treasures. Ride roads that twist through tea plantations,
explore wildlife in national parks, and relish the cool air of the Nilgiri
Mountains. Kerala will charm you with its spicy cuisine; its lagoons and its
magical backwaters; its relaxing massages and smiling residents. A motorcycle
trip through Southern India for all nature-lovers seeking an acute sense of
elsewhere and an easy-paced introduction to India’s diversity.
WITH UNIQUE SENSATIONS
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MAP
AT A GLANCE
2320 €
Routes blendingculture and discovery
From
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4-6h riding a day
LevelIntermediate
English-speakingtour leader
Period
November to March
Duration
12 days including 10 days riding
AccommodationCharming or Comfort
©Stephane Gautronneau
©Elisabeth Fieujan
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Arrival at Kochi airport and transfer to Fort Kochi. Check-in at the hotel starts at noon.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
This first riding day is a small stage. We head towards
Changanassery on little quiet roads which allow us to enjoy
the beaches. We also ride through backwaters and spot the
city of Allepey, the “Venise of the Kerala”.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
©Elisabeth Fieujan
YOUR TRIP IN 12 STAGES
STAGE 1
STAGE 2
Arrival at Kochi Airport:
Kochi - Changanassery [90 km* – 4H riding]:
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After breakfast, we take the bikes to cross Nilgiri mountains on
small roads to attain Munnar and its tea plantations.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
STAGE 4
We ride to Periyar, a small border town located between Tamil Nadu
and Kerala, well-known for its spice gardens and mountainous
landscapes. We first cross the coastal plain and its palm trees before
riding uphill the chain of Nilgiri mountains.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
STAGE 3
Changanassery - Periyar [110 km* – 4/5H riding]:
Periyar - Munnar [90 km* – 8H riding]:
YOUR TRIP IN 12 STAGES
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STAGE 6
The ecological farm where you will stay offers traditional Indian recipes only made of organic products.
Enjoy this day, where the land and rivers are blessed by an incredible diversity of fauna and flora. You’ll
have the possibility to go for a trek at the discovery of these rich lands, or to go back on the motorcycles
for a 70km loop which will allow you to explore Kodaikanal and its surroundings.
A gorgeous mountain road winds down the plain and goes back
up very quickly to Kodaikanal. At an altitude of 1000 meters
(3280ft), you can enjoy a relaxing day in the heart of this
beautiful natural sanctuary.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
STAGE 5
Munnar - Kodaikanal [90 km* – 2H riding]:
Kodaikanal [70 km* – 5H riding]:
YOUR TRIP IN 12 STAGES
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STAGE 8
After breakfast we continue our adventure through plains and going around Elivai Malai massif. The
view of the plains just gets better: down below are visible, verdant pepper, cinnamon, cumin and
nutmeg plantations, and also, the endless eucalyptus forests. We ride up to Ooty, village nested at the
foothills of Doddabetta, highest mountain of the Nilgiris (2,637m/8,651ft).
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Again beautiful mountainous roads to ride into the plain and
enter the state of Tamil Nadu. We will see Palani and its famous
temple. We will then enjoy the landscapes until Palakkad.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
STAGE 7
Kodaikanal - Palakkad [170 km* – 6H riding]:
Palakkad - Ooty [150 km* – 8H riding]:
YOUR TRIP IN 12 STAGES
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We head towards the coast and cross the town of
Guruvayur before following the coastal road to Vypin Island.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
STAGE 10
Today we take splendid little roads through Mukurthi National Park.
Many forests and plantations punctuate our journey. Then we
descend into the plain to reach Chithuruti and enjoy the hotel by the
river.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
STAGE 9
Ooty - Thrissur [180 km* – 8H riding]:
Thrissur - Vypin Island [100 km* – 5h riding]:
YOUR TRIP IN 12 STAGES
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STAGE 12
Check-out time for your room is 10 AM. Transfer to the airport, or continue your journey towards the
destination of your choice.
End of our services.
Free morning between beach and palm trees, or taking a
walk between the local salt ponds. In the afternoon, we take
the ferry with the motorcycles back to Kochi.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
STAGE 11
Vypin Island - Kochi [30 km* – 6H riding]:
Kochi - International Airport:
YOUR TRIP IN 12 STAGES
*Riding distances are indicative.
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HOW DO YOU WANT TO GO?
Book your trip and join a group
Book now : [email protected]*Prices are indicative. Please refer to our general terms & conditions.
Create a new group
2690 € / pilot*
2440 € / pillion*
From 2 to 3: 4330 €From 4 to 5: 3340 €From 6 to 8: 2780 €
From 9 to 10: 2490 €From 11 to 12: 2320 €
From 03/02/18 to 14/02/18
From 19/11/17 to 30/11/17
Personalise your motorbike trip by creating your own dates and group ! ''A la carte'' trips don't depend on the number of bikers in the group
- you can even set off in a duo!
And enjoy
5% off your second trip
10% off your third trip and more
Always in the limit of 300 €
From 19/02/18 to 02/03/18
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● A Royal Enfield 500cc motorcycle is provided with full mechanical assistance and all
spare parts
● Domestic transfers as appearing in the program, by private vehicle
● An English speaking Tour Leader (from day 2 to day 11)
● Fuel expenses
● An expert mechanic of Royal Enfield motorcycles
● A support vehicle with driver for groups with 4 or more participants; side luggage
carrier for groups of less than 4 participants
● Lodging in comfort hotels, in double bed rooms on a twin-sharing basis. If you wish
to stay in a single room (extra), please inform your travel advisor at the time of
registration.
● Meals: half board meals during riding days (breakfast and lunch)
● Third party motorcycle insurance
● Compulsory insurances, such as repatriation assistance which covers you in case of a
motorbike accident in India – legal assistance
● A refundable security deposit of 400 € for the motorcycles
● International flights and airport taxes
● Visa fees
● Dinners and meals during days of transfers (day 1 and day 12)
● Admission fees to various monuments, temples etc.
● Drinks and personal expenses
● Tips
● Christmas Eve and New Years Eve event fees
PRICE INCLUDES
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
MORE INFO
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MY CHECKLIST
BAGS:
❏ A sailor bag would be perfect, a walker's bag too (without steel bar). You can close it with a padlock if you want to (Don’t forget to tag it before leaving with your address. Also with the address of Vintage Rides in India)
❏ A small backpack of 20 litres is advised for daily necessities such as camera, sunscreen lotion.
SPECIAL MOTORCYCLE
EQUIPMENT:
❏ Motorcycle boots are strongly advised or trekking shoes (waterproof)
❏ Light motorbike jacket (leather or synthetic)
❏ A rain suit (just in case!)❏ Gloves❏ Helmet
CLOTHES AND PERSONAL
EQUIPMENT:
❏ Light pants❏ Shirts (including some with long
sleeves, to protect yourself from the sun)
❏ A swimsuit❏ Hot sweater or jacket for cold
nights❏ Sun glasses❏ Hat❏ Light sport shoes❏ Flip flops❏ 1 liter canteen (flask) and a
flashlight (don’t forget the batteries)
❏ Some sweats and cereal bars
PERSONAL MEDICINE:
❏ Sunscreen lotion
❏ Lip balm
❏ Broad-spectrum antibiotic
❏ Paracetamol❏ Anti-diarrhea
❏ Elastoplast
❏ Skin disinfectant
❏ Bandages and special blisters
bandage
Appropriate equipment is a component of a successful journey!Travel lightly, TRY TO STAY UNDER 45LBS (20 KGS)
CONTACT US
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Copyrights photos: Geraldine Shandilya - Lily Pesant
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