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Accommodation, Most Meals, Transportation by AC car as per itinerary, Multi-geared bicycles, Accompanying Biking guide, Mineral water & Refreshments during cycling, All applicable taxes.
"I like to thank you once more for our fantastic trip. Everyone was impressed of the beauty of the South, the fantastic guiding and the mostly fantastic resorts/hotels." Henk Klein Teeselink 2014-12-23
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday? We think of the entire tour as being Swallows and Amazons, in India, by bicycle. The sheer diversity and the immediacy of exposure to the people and landscape, and (for us), the exotic birdlife, made this a complete adventure. One can't experience all of that through a car window. 2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday? Throw yourself into the whole thing but don't over-exhaust yourself in the early days of cycling. 3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation? Kalypso Adventures has the interests of Kerala, and its people, at heart and seeing it all by bicycle minimised our environmental impact. We cycled, we looked, we walked and we bought a few things that re grown or made by local people. 4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall? The best holiday we have ever been on. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall? 5 ***** Keith Lough 2017-10-02
We just wanted to say what a fantastic time we had over the last two weeks on your cycle tour of Kerala. We saw some wonderful things, ate some amazing food and stayed in some lovely accommodation. But best of all, we were looked after superbly by our guide, Francis and driver, Das, they were so kind and helpful, nothing was too much trouble for them to make our time more enjoyable. Thank you. Kate and Dave Newton 2019-04-28
I wanted to thank you again for the magnificent 45-day cycling tour that you have organised for us in South India. This has been definitively our best cycling trip so far. We have been cycling in many nice countries over the years (France, Italy, Ireland, Spain, United States, Canada, etc.), but this cycling trip surpasses them all. The roads and the landscape were beautiful. The homestays, resorts and hotels were authentic and typical of India (among the best places that we have ever done). The food was tasty. And the places and cities that we visited were most interesting and instructive (temples, palaces, public markets, tiger reserves, tea, coffee and spice plantations, Auroville, etc.). But what we will probably remember the most are the smile, the joy and the happiness of the Indian people themselves who were waving bye-bye to us along the way, the nice and colourful dresses of the women and, obviously, the kindness, the amiability, the generosity and the wide knowledge (trees, birds, plantations, villages, history, everything...) of Francis and Das. As we had the occasion to tell you, we came to India as a guest, but we left the country as a friend. We feel privileged to have had the opportunity to see such a nice country and to meet such wonderful people. We are definitively looking forward to cycle again with you in India, most probably in the Northern part of the country. Please give our best regards to your wifes and children. A year ago (last December and January), my spouse and I made a 45-day cycling tour of Southern India with Kalypso Adventures. We are used to cycle in Canada, in the United States and in Europe, but this cycling tour was probably our best cycling tour ever. Not only was the trip interesting because of the beauty of the landscape, the amability of the Indian people and the professionalism of our guide and our chauffeur, but the trip was also interesting because of the respect that Kalypso Adventures had for the people and the nature. The places we slept - usually historic bungalows in tea, coffee and spice plantations, huts in tiger reserves and traditional farms - were respecting all the criteria for a trip in symbiose with nature. We always cycled on small and quiet country roads, in order to cycle through small villages, avoiding heavy traffic roads, noise and pollution. Our guide was quite knowledgeable about everything we saw during our trip: birds, trees, plants, farming, handicraft, industries, etc. Our guide and chauffeur encouraged us to meet people whenever possible: visit a farm, visit a sugar cane plantation, visit a Hindu Temple, interact with local people, etc. During the day, at lunch time, we always ate at small and local restaurants, always avoiding fast-food or big chain restaurants. Our guide and chauffeur were quite conscious of the need to protect the environment; they were recuperating any waste. For all these reasons, I believe that Kalypso Adventures most certainly figures among the best Responsible Tourism Organization in India. Thanks again and have a great time. You have a great country, Kalypso Adventures is a great organisation and you are great people. Jacques Carriere &Therese Masson 2019-01-20
Q. Are cycles provided for this tour?
Cycles are provided for the tour
Q. What type of cycles are provided?
We provide CANONDALE / TREK / GIANT cycles.
Q. Will I get choice of my size?
We can provide frame sizes from 13” to 21”.
Q. Can I get my own cycle?
Yes, you can, but do let us know in advance.
Q. What other equipment are provided?
Standard items provided with the cycles are Pedals, Bar ends, water bottles and Helmets. We however recommend you bring your own helmets and camelbaks.
Q. What about transfers?
All transportation is included in the cost including airport pick up & drop at the nearest airport. The vehicle is also used to ferry your luggage , cycle & yourself as required.
Q. What kind of terrain can I expect?
The terrain consists of both level roads and mountainous terrain.
Q. What are the distances cycled each day?
We will send you this with the detailed itinerary.
Q. Are meals included in the package?
Most meals are included. The itinerary will have the details.
Q. What do I do if I’m too tired to cycle?
There is a vehicle that accompanies you throughout the trip. You can load the cycle on to carriers and take a ride it till you are ready to cycle again.
Q. Are panniers provided?
No but can do on specific request.
Q. Do we have a guide who cycles with us?
Yes, our guide will cycle with you throughout the trip.
Q. Do we get to shop along the way.
Yes, you will get opportunities en-route to do a bit of shopping. However, unless specifically asked for, our guides will not recommend any particular shop. We or our guides do not take commissions on shopping.
Q. Do we get to interact with local people?
You will get lot of opportunities to interact with local people and the itinerary specifically designed for such interactions.
Q. Does our visit help the local community in any way?
Yes, Most of the places you would be staying at are in small homestays, family owned resorts or camps and eco lodges managed by local community members . Your guides are selected from amongst the locals.
Q. Are entries into national parks, treks, elephant rides etc. included in the package?
No, all entries and activities will be charged extra but at actuals.
Q. Is the water available en-route safe to drink?
We recommend that you drink only the bottled water provided by us or if you are buying water, ensure that the bottle is sealed and has an ISI mark (India Standards Institute).
Q. How spicy is the food?
Typically Kerala food is spicy. We ensure that the food we provide is medium spicy unless you ask for bland food. Any special food requirements can be met if sufficient advance notice is given.
Q. Do we get an option of vegetarian and non-vegetarian food?
Yes
Q. What is the type of accommodation?
Accommodation provided is a combination of heritage villas, Eco Lodges & luxury Tents - all with a common thread of excellence in service. Most are family owned and run with great care and love. Food is a very important part of these journeys and we have ensured that Keralan cuisine is a part of this adventure. Our prices are based on 'twin-sharing' basis. For those interested, we provide single rooms, but at additional cost. While staying at the camp we provide all essentials including sleeping bags. A open-air barbeque around camp fire is another highlight of this adventure.
Q. What are the Exclusions ?
• Insurance - Please take your own insurance
• Tips to the guide and driver
• Personal expenses like beverages, laundry, telephone bills etc..
• Airport departure taxes (if any)
Q. Do we need a VISA ?
Yes, visitors to India must obtain a Visa before departure.
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