Top Kochi Day Trips

Benefit from personalized attention on this private tuk-tuk tour of Kochi and Mattanchery, which lets you cover more sights in less time than you could on foot or while touring alone. Ride through the streets like a local, with commentary on Kochi's history and culture from your driver-guide. Visit highlights such as the Chinese fishing nets, Dutch Palace, and St. Francis Church. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off are included.

Explore the highlights of historic Kochi in the most comfortable way when you take a private tour by air-conditioned car. The itinerary is customizable to suit your interests, whether that’s history, culture, religion, or nature. Check out the famous Chinese fishing nets, Jew Town, the churches and palaces, and more, while learning about the ancient city from your guide.

Embark on a mesmerizing day trip to Munnar, commencing with a 6:00 am pickup from your Cochin hotel. As you embark on the picturesque 4-hour journey to the hill station, indulge in a delightful packed breakfast with hot tea or coffee. En route, revel in the enchanting beauty of nature with stops at the Cheeyappara and Vallara waterfalls. Upon reaching Munnar, our local guide will lead you on a captivating three-hour trek along the off-the-beaten path, unveiling the hidden wonders amidst the tea hills. after that savour a traditional vegetarian feast served on fresh banana leaves, an authentic culinary experience. Next, delve into the artistry of tea-making with an exclusive visit to the Lokhart Tea Factory, where you'll witness tea production. Indulge in sampling exquisite tea varieties and, should you desire, procure your favourite blends directly from the factory. As the day unfolds, seize the opportunity to explore the local market and delve into the aromatic realm of a spice farm.

Experience Kochi like a true local on a private tuk-tuk heritage tour through the historic streets of Fort Kochi and Mattancherry. Instead of rushing in a bus or walking long distances, enjoy a fun and comfortable ride while discovering hidden alleys, cultural landmarks, historic buildings, and vibrant markets. This personalised tour gives you flexibility and real local interaction—ask questions, stop for photos, explore markets, and learn stories you won’t find in guidebooks. Perfect for solo travellers, couples, families, and cruise guests who want an authentic and memorable Kochi experience with a friendly local driver-guide.

No one should visit Kerala without exploring its backwaters—and while a boat is indispensable for getting around, it can be tough to organize one independently. Take the hassle out of sightseeing on this full-day tour from Cochin, which includes a village walk, canal cruise, and local craft demonstrations, plus a tasty Keralan lunch.

Starting from near Kannitta Jetty, Vembanad Lake, Kainakary River, Umpikkaram Canal, Stone Bridge ( Kallupalam) Canal, Bhajan madam canal, in front of Bhajan madam Temple, St. Mary’s Lake, Pathil chira Canal, Ayiraveli Canal, Chavara Canal, Palukaran Canal, Manalodi Canal, Muttel Canal, Pauvam Canal, Menappally Lake, Kainakary house boat Terminal, minimum one hour and maximum time up to 7 or 8 hours. Traveler can decide their own budget. The rout and areas covered with their time durations. Example If traveler decide only one hour, we brought them from Kannitta Jetty to Kainakary Terminal and return back the same way to Kannitta Jetty. If need more hours and ready to spend more money, more far areas and more far time cruise to them. Tour Unique depending their budget. Never equal one hour and two hours tour. when Increasing cruise time can see more areas as mentioned above. We agreed tranquil backwater with us. customer satisfaction guaranteed.

Cruise ship passengers with limited time don’t need to miss out on an essential Kerala experience—a houseboat cruise on the backwaters—with this handy small-group day cruise. After a port or hotel pickup, relax as you travel along palm-fringed waterways in an open-sided sightseeing boat. Then, take a city tour of Kochi's cultural and historic sights, with plenty of chances to take photos of the Chinese fishing nets, churches, and palaces.

Visit a handful of northern Kerala’s most celebrated natural attractions during this full-day private tour. Explore a butterfly garden and hanging bridge in Thumboormuzhi, spot local flora and fauna at Athirappilly, Charpa, and Vazhachal waterfalls, and enjoy free time to swim, fish, or rent a boat at Cherai Beach. Admission tickets and round-trip, door-to-door transportation from Kochi are included.

Explore the serene backwaters of Vaikom Village in Kerala on this full-day tour, featuring a unique blend of houseboat and country boat rides. Begin your journey from Fortkochi with a scenic drive to the village, then step aboard a traditional houseboat for a three-hour cruise. Engage in local crafts like coir making and savor a traditional Kerala vegetarian lunch served on a banana leaf at a beautiful island. Afterward, switch to a country boat for an intimate ride through narrow canals, experiencing rural life up close. Cap off your day with tea and local snacks, soaking in the tranquil atmosphere. - Scenic drive to Vaikom Village followed by a unique non-mechanised houseboat cruise - Engage in local experiences such as coir making and mat weaving etc. - Indulge in a traditional Kerala vegeterian lunch served on a banana leaf - Enjoy a relaxing country boat ride through narrow canals with local activities

Trade the bustle of the city for the quiet of Kerala's famed backwaters on this group tour, which includes round-trip transportation from Fort Cochin. You'll take in the scenery from aboard a non-mechanized country boat, passing villages and natural landscapes. You'll return to Fort Cochin after dining on an included lunch of vegetarian fare.

Travelers short on time in Kerala will enjoy visiting Munnar on this handy private day tour from Kochi. Escape to the cooler climate of the hills, where you can visit waterfalls, spice and tea plantations, viewpoints, old churches, and more. This is an easy way to explore Kerala’s mountainous interior without having to do all the planning yourself.

Experience your private city tour in Kochi with a trusted people, with guaranteed pick up and timely Drop off. Explore the historical monuments and learn more about Kochi's rich history from your Driver/Local Expert. Kochi was a fishing village in the Kingdom of Kochi in the pre-colonial Kerala. Kochi was the center of the Indian spice trade for many centuries. Because of its rich spice history, Kochi was a major attraction for foreign traders. During this tour, you will travel in a taxi to explore Kochi's most important landmarks like Chinese fishing nets , St Francis church, the Dutch Palace, Jewish synagogue, the Jain temple and more. And also some local places like Dhobhi Khana(Local Washing area), Ginger ware house(packing/drying of spices), and womens cooperatives spice markets, (spice making/ candle making, inscents making etc) to experience the life of local people. This tour includes monument entrance fees.

During this tour in Fort Kochi, we will discover the traditional landmarks of historical Kochi, which include ancient Chinese fishing nets, and the historical European settlements like Vasco Da Gama church and Dutch Cemetery. Move towards the Dutch/Mattancherry Palace, a museum under ASI. Spend time walking through the historical Jew Street towards the Jewish Synagogue. Explore the historic streets of Cochin on an exciting tuk-tuk tour around the city Feel like a local as you make your way to the city’s important sights and attractions Take in and admire the lively streets of the city and the impressive architecture of each landmark you visit. Discover the rich history and culture of the area as you interact with the locals and hear fascinating stories of the city.

Discover the famous Alappuzha waterways during this private day trip from Fort Kochi. Experience the beauty and tranquillity of one of Kerala's most-prized destinations as you float along the network of waterways aboard a traditional houseboat. Enjoy an up-close look at rural life and sample Kerala cuisine during this memorable day on the water.

Take a whirlwind trip up to Agra to see the Taj Mahal with this whirlwind tour to India's most celebrated monument. This tour includes round-trip airfare from a choice of Indian cities (including Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kochi, Kolkata, and Bengaluru) to Delhi, all ground transportation, and the services of a local guide as well as admission fees to both the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.

On this private, full-day houseboat tour, you’ll glide past lush paddy fields and peaceful villages through picturesque lagoons and canals in Alleppey's backwaters. Get an up-close view of Kerala’s countryside, away from the roads. Some houseboat cruises require an overnight commitment but you’ll see a lot on this day tour. Tours include door-to-door vehicle transfers from Kochi airport, port, or your hotel, plus a multi-dish lunch and welcome drinks.

Cruising Kerala’s Backwaters on a houseboat is a must-do experience in the southern state, but if you don’t have time to stay a night on board, this day cruise is ideal. Travel in an air-conditioned car from Kochi to Alleppey, then board a private houseboat with a sundeck and bathroom. Glide through canals and past villages and farmland, and enjoy a traditional lunch as you relax.

Touring Fort Kochi by tuk tuk lets you get an intimate close-up view of local life yet you can cover more ground than on a walking tour. Hire a tuk tuk driver-guide for a half- or full-day tour. Visit highlights such as the Chinese fishing nets, the synagogue, Mattancherry Palace, and elsewhere. The tour itinerary is customizable to suit your needs and interests.

Make the most of a short time on land with this private tuk-tuk tour of Kochi designed for cruise ship passengers. Spend a half or full day seeing the sites of the town from a compact tuk-tuk, including Chinese fishing nets, churches, the synagogue, markets, and more. You’ll be picked up directly from the port and returned there in good time.

Experience the backwaters of Kerala without having to commit to an overnight cruise with this day tour on a traditional houseboat, which includes lunch. You'll sail through quiet marshlands and past beautiful villages as you take in the scenery before switching to a smaller boat to sail through the canal of Kuttamangalam, which is too narrow for larger houseboats to navigate.

An exciting excursion that is a blend of Kerala cuisine, historical and cultural experience of Fort Kochi. Fort Kochi is a quaint suburb in Kochi, popularly known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea, a historical city tucked on the western coast of Kerala. This excursion is designed to offer patrons an insight into how Kochi (or Cochin, as it was formerly known) became a cultural hotpot with the Anglo Indians, the Portuguese, the Dutch, the English, the Syrian Christians and even the Jews making it their home. This is a walking tour.

Guided Tour Visit the Quaint Village of Vaikom and Experience the Simplicity of Kerala Village Life. You will be welcomed by your representative and private guide at the port. Your fascinating day starts with a picturesque private car journey through the countryside to Vaikom village. A walk through the village, interaction with local villagers and their families. See how they produce hand-spun and hand-woven cloths to earn their livelihoods. After a canoe ride and a walk through the village, you will stop briefly at the Khadi Weaving Centre to see villagers produce hand-spun and hand-woven cloth out of cotton, silk or wool yarns. Ladies weave coir ropes from dried coconut husks and you will see straw mats being woven out of wild pineapple leaves. Watch the local potter create a range of pots and vases, depicting ethnic designs in clay. You will enjoy a traditional Kerala lunch, afterwards, if time allows, you can spend some more time around the village.

Explore the backwaters of Kerala by houseboat cruise that includes an overnight stay on the boat with a small group of no more than 10 travelers. Glide across Vembanad Lake, see waterside villages, taste typical Kerala cuisine, and enjoy the tranquil scenery on this overnight trip from Kochi. On the second day, tour Kochi by car to visit the Chinese fishing nets, Santa Cruz Basilica, Mattancherry Palace, St Francis Church, and more.  Includes houseboat cruise, Kochi tour, guide, transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off.