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| Klaud Simpson: Cambridge, England, UK
"My first trip to India and I had no expectations or pre-set idea of what it would be like, eyes open wide you cycle through the tea plantations where you are surrounded by a mix of green, waterfalls, flowers and views that make you glad to be on a bike and free from city life. The nature reserve views made me feel like I could cycle across the canopy of trees. Have you ever heard a wild elephant trumpet while you're on a bike.I have and it was cool. The stunning views gave me a memory, the cycling gave me the feeling of freedom. This was my second trip with red spokes and I'm now planning the third......keep on moving don't stop grooving ;-)
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Ian Smith, Surry, England, UK
Many people say they’d like to go to India; few do, for fear of what they might see. This trip is a great introduction to a country that never ceases to surprise, delight and occasionally disappoint. In two weeks we experienced so much more than I could possibly have imagined in advance. The wonderful costal scenery, the tea plantations and blue Jacaranda trees, the thrill of an Indian train ride (what an experience), the intenseness of Indian city street life, the relaxing house boats, the delicious food, the smiling people, the ultimate thrill of seeing and hearing wild elephants and, of course, a little bit of cycling too! For me the cycling was incidental; it was what we saw from our saddles that will forever remain in memory.
At times the cycling was tough, due mainly to the heat and humidity; coming form the UK’s coldest winter for 30 years, it took a while to adjust. The accommodation far exceeded my expectations, even if one hotel did have a lift playing Carpenters songs! You will come home from Kerala with enough stories to bore the neighbours for years, so for that reason alone I recommend this trip.
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Peter Marsden, Blackpool, England, UK
My first experience of India was outstanding; an astonishing mixture of urban and rural scenery, with gentle warm and friendly people. The cycling was varied (and hilly) and the heat added to the challenge. My fellow cyclists proved helpful and humorous adding to the enjoyment – many thanks to all of them.
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Christine Dawson: New Zealand
The cycling was fab, I was cycling with a running injury and whilst I do a bit of cycling do not consider myself a cyclist. I found the terrain in places challenging but nothing I could not handle. I think a 5 was pitched about right. I would certainly recommend your tour and indeed do it again.
Thank you so much for an excellent, treasured memories filled holiday.
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Damian King: Glasgow, Scotland.
" As always your ability to sort out a great tour was spot on. No EFI (again) but I expect they days are well gone "
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Debbie and Andrew Buxton, Chesterfield, England, UK
The scenery was spectacular and the people were a delight. The trip was very well organised. Ian, Raj and the other leaders were fantastic and it seemed as though we had been in India for months rather than months rather than weeks because of how much we saw and did. Our fellow holiday makers were just great people. This was our 3rd Red Spokes trip which we have thoroughly enjoyed again and we intend to do more. Bring it on Dermot!
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Rita Gough, Preston, England, UK
I have been on a few Red Spokes tours, all amazing but I think Kerala was my favourite. Absolutely wonderful place and people – so much to see – I can’t wait to go back there.
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Anne Barry: Peterborough, England, UK
Very good trip. Good fun – great group of people. Beautiful countryside, friendly people and food to die for ,especially as I am a vegetarian!
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Alastair Macpherson: Dundee, Scotland.
"Another fantastic trip. Riding through the first village of the trip with everyone waving and shouting hello was a great feeling which continued on throughout the duration of the tour. This direct personal contact with universally friendly people made my first trip to India a wonderful experience. Can’t think of a better way to spend my holidays. Thanks again".
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Marie Sadler: Luton, England, UK.
"This was my second Red Spokes tour and once again it was a wonderful experience. We had a fantastic group of people who contributed to the great time we all had. The tour was well organised with great guide/drivers/helpers. I was thrilled to have experienced the real India and get the opportunity to visit rural villages and interact with the people.
I think the trip exceeded my expectations and I have come away with a great insight to Indian life and the chance to see areas that most people never get to see.
Well done Red Spokes and I look forward to the next trip".
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Chris Ellerton: Torquay, England, UK.
"Just a note to let you know how much I enjoyed the Kerala trip. It was the great combination of some challenging cycling days, and a fascinating opportunity to see the off-the-beaten-track India. The memories of friendly people, beautiful and varied countryside and fantastic food will stay with me a long time. The highlight though has to be relaxing on the luxurious river boats to finish.
Thanks again, and hopefuly I’ll see you on the Karakoram trip next year"
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Mary Howden: Edinburgh, Scotland.
I found the support provided to me by the guides and drivers to be excellent. At times I was very slow and they never made me feel it was a problem.
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Donald Gow: Edinburgh, Scotland.
Dermot your tour was excellent we really apriciate the fact that we saw life off the beaten track and experiance a taste of the culture".
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Ian McIntosh: Caterham, England, UK.
"For me the trip had everything I was looking for. Great weather, challenging cycling, fantastic countryside, but above all, the opportunity to meet and communicate with the local population.
Due to the fact that we often travelled on small roads far from the cities, the enthusiastic, excited and welcoming greeting we received from the villagers as we cycled by made me feel very honoured,
Coupled with the fact that these people have so few material possessions but were willing to unreservedly give me their love, hospitality and friendship without expecting anything in return made and continues to make me feel very humble".
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Roger Troughton: Dorking, England, UK.
"Cycling is such a fantastic way of visiting places like Kerala and Tamil Nadu - allowing you to get closer to the country and its people.
This was my third trip with with Red Spokes so far, so they must be doing something right".
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Robert Burford: Luton, England, UK
Dermot and team gave their all! The support and help, routes and accommodation were all A+. The area we cycled in was chosen for us to see the very best of culture and scenery in my opinion! Lots to see do and take part in…. The cycling group was the best. Hope to meet up with a few on future trips.
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