07
JAN
DAY 01 · ARRIVAL
Welcome to Thiruvananthapuram
Arrival · Meet & Greet · Welcome Dinner
Ride for Rotary - 11th Edition
Ride for Rotary · 11th Edition
Explore the
Southern Tip of India
07 — 23 January 2027
An international motorcycle and 4×4 expedition through Southern India, bringing together adventure, fellowship and service while supporting The Rotary Foundation (TRF).
Route Highlights
Thiruvananthapuram
→
Kanyakumari
→
Dhanushkodi
→
Madikeri
→
Mangalore
Choose Your Ride
Two ways to experience the expedition
The Itinerary
Subject to last-minute changes
08
JAN
DAY 02 · PREPARATION
Get Ready for the Ride
Sightseeing · Briefing · Vehicle Test Drive · Gear Distribution
09
JAN
DAY 03 · INAUGURATION
Inauguration & Fellowship
Sightseeing · Evening Inauguration · Fellowship & Dinner
10
JAN
DAY 04 · FLAG-OFF
Let the Ride Begin
Flag-Off from Thiruvananthapuram → Ride towards Kanyakumari
11–20
JAN
DAYS 04–15 · THE MAIN EXPEDITION
Ride Through Tamil Nadu & Western Ghats
12 days through spectacular coastlines, heritage destinations, mountain roads and wildlife country.
Thoothukudi
Rameswaram
Dhanushkodi
Thanjavur
Madurai
Kodaikanal
Coimbatore
Kabini
21
JAN
DAY 15 · FINISH
Ride Ends in Mangalore
Ride Ends in Mangalore · Closing & Fellowship
22
JAN
DAY 16 · ROTARY
Mangalore & Rotary Fellowship
Mangalore Sightseeing · Rotary District Conference · Fellowship & Late Dinner
23
JAN
DAY 17 · DEPARTURE
Fly Back Home
Airport Transfer · Fly Back Home
17 DAYS
Adventure
3 STATES
Southern India
∞ MEMORIES
Rotary Fellowship
RIDE
Heritage · Wildlife · Fellowship
The Experience
What's Included
✓
Airport pickup from Thiruvananthapuram
✓
Premium 4★+ hotel accommodation
✓
Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner
✓
Royal Enfield motorcycles or 4×4 cars with fuel
✓
Riding gear & official Ride for Rotary T-shirt (Motorcycle)
✓
Official Ride for Rotary T-shirt (Car)
✓
Luggage transport vehicle
✓
Mechanical & technical support
✓
Medical & first-aid support
✓
Rotary Club fellowship meetings
✓
Rotary community project visits
✓
Cultural programs & local experiences
Participation
Participation Fee
Solo Rider
USD 5,015
USD 4,250 + 18% tax
Couple
USD 7,375
USD 6,250 + 18% tax
Includes accommodation, meals, vehicle with fuel, support crew,
luggage transport, official event apparel and all listed inclusions.
📍 Route Highlights
Thiruvananthapuram • Kanyakumari • Dhanushkodi • Madikeri • Mangalore
Ride for a Cause.
Ride for Rotary is a charity ride. After event expenses are covered, the remaining funds go towards The Rotary Foundation (TRF). Hosted by the Rotary District, the ride is made possible by Rotary Club members who volunteer their time and effort.
Charity Ride
Adventure with a purpose
Supports TRF
Remaining funds go to The Rotary Foundation
Rotary Volunteers
Hosted and supported by Rotary members
Before You Ride
Participant Requirements
- Valid Passport
- Indian Visa (if applicable)
- International Driving Permit
- Personal Travel Insurance
- Personal Riding Helmet (Motorcycle participants)
Open To
Who Can Join?
- Rotarians worldwide
- Rotary spouses and family members
- Friends of Rotary sponsored by a Rotary Club
The Journey
About Ride for Rotary
Ride for Rotary is Rotary District 3181’s flagship international fellowship expedition and a fundraising initiative supporting The Rotary Foundation (TRF). Each edition brings together participants from across the globe to experience India’s incredible landscapes, culture and Rotary fellowship.
Ride for Rotary · 11th Edition
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