Top Kochi Outback Tours

Navigating Fort Kochi and Mattancherry solo can feel overwhelming to first-time visitors, but exploring on foot gives you an intimate perspective of the town. Keep things simple and join a local host on a walking tour, checking off key landmarks including traditional Chinese fishing nets, churches and temples, and the Jewish synagogue. As you explore, learn about the area's history and the diverse cultures that passed through Kochi’s ports.

There’s a lot to see and do in Kochi, but Kerala’s tropical climate can make touring on foot uncomfortable. Spend half a day visiting the highlights by air-conditioned private vehicle. Learn about the city’s diverse history and culture at sites including the Chinese fishing nets, Mattancherry Palace, beaches, churches, and specialist museums. The itinerary can be customized to your interests, for a personalized experience, and hotel pickup is included.

Experience the charm of Kerala's backwaters with this tour from Fort Kochi. You’ll spend around three hours cruising the waters near Alappuzha, passing by local villages and untouched natural areas along the way. You'll also have your choice between a variety of vessels, from simple shikara canoes to fancier deluxe houseboats.

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.

Get away from the city with a private day tour to Athirappilly Waterfalls (the largest falls in the state) and the nearby Vazhachal Waterfalls. Your driver will pick you up in Kochi and take you out to the two waterfalls, with a stop at the Ezhattumugam Hanging Bridge along the way. You'll then head to lunch at a 4-star resort before returning to Kochi.

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.

Discover the best of Kerala on a private 4-day Kerala tour covering Cochin, Munnar, and Thekkady. Experience misty Munnar tea plantations, Eravikulam National Park, the Tea Museum, Kerala's famous spice plantations, and the wildlife-rich Periyar region. Enjoy a scenic boat ride on Periyar Lake and discover traditional Kerala culture through Kathakali performances. With 3 nights' accommodation, daily breakfast, and private transfers included, this Kerala tour package combines nature, wildlife, culture, and relaxation in one convenient itinerary. Ideal for families, couples, nature lovers, and first-time visitors to Kerala, this South India tour offers a comfortable and well-planned way to explore some of Kerala's most popular attractions.

When your cruise ship drops anchor in Kochi, don’t spend precious time planning visits to nearby attractions. Instead, let someone take care of planning and driving and quickly set off to see what the area has to offer. Take a trip on a traditional houseboat on Kerala’s backwaters, then tour the city’s colonial-era forts and churches. A buffet lunch and round-trip transportation from your ship are included.

Visit Kochi on your own terms, without having to seek out transportation from point to point, by booking a half-day private tour in an autorickshaw, also known as a tuk-tuk. Your driver will pick you up at your hotel and take you to see sights such as the Chinese Fishing Nets, Mattancherry Palace, and the Paradesi Synagogue, with the chance to customize your tour to suit your interests.

Experience the tranquil beauty of Kerala's backwaters on this private overnight Alleppey houseboat cruise from Kochi. Float past rural villages, coconut palms, and rice paddies through the waterways that define this part of Kerala. Experience rural South India without sitting in a hot bus, or getting tired on walking tours. Included meals and hotel transfers ensure a relaxing and seamless escape from the city.