Day 1

Upon arrival at Bangalore you will be picked up from the airport and checked in to the hotel. After taking enough rest we will meet in the evening for Briefing and then followed by a welcome dinner

Day 2

This will be the first day of riding, we will pick our Royal Enfield Motorcycles and kick start to explore Southern India. After breakfast, we will ride towards Somanathapur, This town is home to the famous Chennakeshava Temple built by the Hoysala commander, Somnath, in 1268 A.D is a live example of the heritage and culture of the Hoysala Empire and this temple was constructed using the soapstone. A monumental beauty, the architectural design of this temple attracts people from all over the world. By evening we will reach Mysore and visit the World Famous Mysore Palace.

Day 3

After breakfast we will start exploring Mysore, Mysore is like stepping into a tapestry woven with threads of rich history, vibrant culture, and architectural marvels. Located in the southern state of Karnataka, India, Mysore is renowned for its royal heritage, intricate palaces, bustling markets, and serene gardens. Let's embark on a virtual journey through this captivating city. We will visit magnificent Mysore Palace, a masterpiece of IndoSaracenic architecture. If time permits we will ride to Chamundeshwari temple, which is situated in the hill top overlooking the mysore city.

Day 4

After breakfast we will start our journey towards Belur, Belur is called Beluhur, Velur or Velapura in old inscriptions and medieval era texts. It was the early capital of the Hoysala kings. The city was so esteemed by the Hoysalas that it is referred to as "earthly Vaikuntha" (Vishnu's abode). Post that we will ride towards Chikkamagalur, Chikmagalur is famous for its serene environment, lush green forests and tall mountains. It is also famous for the coffee and is often referred to as the coffee land of Karnataka.

Day 5

After breakfast we will set to explore the Western ghats of Karnataka, we will ditch the regular highways and take the road less traveled through the coffee and spice plantations, we will ride through the serene beauty of Bababudangiri Hills. And ride Bababudangiri Peak, Mullayanagiri Peak , Coffee Plantations

Day 6

After breakfast we will set to explore the Western ghats of Karnataka, we will ditch the regular highways and take the road less traveled through the coffee and spice plantations, we will ride through the serene beauty of Sakleshpur and Coorg, Coorg is a hill station in the Karnataka State of India. It is very famous for its tea and coffee plantations in India. Along with that, it is also known for its exotic greenery and natural beauty.

Day 7

On day 7 of South India motorcycle tour, we will be riding to Wayanad district of Kerala State. we will cross the border from Karnataka and enter Tholpetty Tiger reserve of Kerala, Wayanad, the green paradise is nestled among the mountains of the Western Ghats, forming the border world of the greener part of Kerala. Clean and pristine, enchanting and hypnotizing, this land is filled with history and culture. Located at a distance of 76 km. from the sea shores of Kozhikode, this verdant hill station is full of plantations, forests and wildlife. Wayanad hills are contiguous to Mudumalai in Tamil Nadu and Bandhipur in Karnataka, thus forming a vast land mass for the wild life to move about in their most natural abode.

Day 8

After exploring the western Ghats of Kerala, we will ride towards Athirapally falls. It is Kerala's most famous and largest waterfall at over 80 ft high. The sight of the water crashing onto the ground leaves you with a sense of wonder at the sheer power and magnificence of nature. Located around 63 km from Thrissur district, it is a perennial picnic spot for people in the area and beyond. Its surrounding greenery is perfect for walks and picnics with loved ones. Lying at the entrance to the Sholayar forest ranges, it is a part of the Chalakudy River which calls the Western Ghats its home.

Day 9

Today we will be riding through the dense forest of SouthernIndia, we will start our journey to Munnar via rubber plantations and private estates. The roads are nothing less than a adventure riding through the elephant corridors of Southern India. later in the noon, we will ride through the spice plantations of Munnar. By evening we will reach Munnar

Day 10

Today will be relaxed ride, we will be exploring Munnar tea gardens, take a walk in the spice plantations, visit tea museum and rest of the day just relax at the property.

Evening we can ride to a small village called Annakulam, where wild elephants come to the lake during the evening.

Day 11

After exploring Munnar, we will start our journey further down south towards Thekkady. Thekkady is located 4 km away from Kumily, a plantation town in Kerala-Tamil Nadu border. The sanctuary is famous for its dense evergreen, semi-evergreen, moist deciduous forests and savanna grass lands. It is home to herds of elephants, sambar, tigers, gaur, lion-tailed macaques and Nilgiri langurs.

Day 12

Today we will ride towards Alleppy, Affectionately nicknamed the 'Venice of the East' by travellers from across the world, Alappuzha is a district of immense natural beauty. Embraced by the Arabian Sea in the west and a network of lakes, lagoons and freshwater rivers criss-crossing it, this backwater country is home to a vibrant animal and avian life. By virtue of its proximity to the sea, the town has always carved out an exclusive place for itself in the maritime history of Kerala.

Renowned for its boat races, beaches, marine products and coir industry, the singularity of this land is the region called Kuttanad. A land of lush paddy fields referred to as the 'Rice Bowl of Kerala', it is one of the few places in the world where farming is done below sea level. This once prosperous trading and fishing centre is nowadays a world renowned backwater tourist destination

Day 13

Exploring Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, offers a delightful blend of backwater charm, lush greenery, and cultural richness. After breakfast we will start our house boat cruise to witness the mesmerising beauty of Backwaters of Kerala. We will have lunch on the back waters and back to our hotel by early evening. Rest of the day, just relax or take a walk on the streets of Alleppey.

Day 14

The last of the Southern India Motorcycle Tour, after exploring the back waters of Alleppy, we will ride to the Kochi Town. A vibrant potpourri of art, culture, food, carnivals and festivals, Kochi, sprawled along a gorgeous estuary in Kerala, is a fascinating tourist destination. Skirted by the emerald blue Arabian Sea that laps at its golden sunkissed beaches, the city remains suspended in time, with its colonial charm merging seamlessly with its artistic aesthetic. Established around Fort Kochi, which is the cultural nerve of the city, Kochi remains in a festive mood throughout the year

Day 15

Today we will bid goodbye to Kochi and end our South India Motorcycle tour on Royal Enfield. After Breakfast, we will drop you to the airport with the hope of meeting again soon on the "Roads Less Travelled", Bon Voyage.

Skill Level
Moderate

Road Conditions
90% Tarmac,10% Offroad

Month to Visit
Mid. October till Mid. March

Type of Food
Authentic South Indian & few Continental Cuisine

Terrain Information
Most of the day it will be a single lane track with lots of Turns & Twists, Small Villages, Ancient Temples, Historical Ruins, Beaches, Tiger Reserves, Coffee Plantations. Jungle roads, Hair pin curves and Hill station.