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The 15 best kochi tours in India, gathered in one place. What each one includes, who runs it, and what you can expect to pay.
Non-mechanized backwaters cruise from Fort Kochi, coconut coir village stop, and a hearty vegetarian banana-leaf lunch in Kerala.
“Absolutely amazing tour. Arathy was the best. Such a peaceful afternoon cruising the backwaters.”
Kochi to Vaikom backwaters on a silent punting boat with banana-leaf vegetarian lunch, canoe ride, tea, and village crafts.
“The timing was not adhered . The reporting time was 8.30 AM and we were picked up at 9.10 AM. One family of 4 members came 30 minutes late to the Vaikam boating boarding point and the entire team was made to wait for them, ARead more”
Private 4-hour Kochi tuk-tuk tour with hotel pickup, colonial landmarks, Chinese fishing nets, spice markets, and Jew Town.
“My guide Thouseef was excellent, friendly, informative and patient. He took me to all the important places including a stop for ginger/lime soda and picked up a delicious biriyani.”
Luxury Kerala in 5 days from Kochi: Munnar waterfalls, Eravikulam wildlife, Periyar boating, Alleppey houseboat, and Kochi sights.
“Except for the first day’s hotel booking at Kovalam, we had a beautiful holiday experience throughout the 4-day journey.”
Ride a private tuk-tuk through Fort Kochi and Mattancherry’s colonial-era landmarks, with hotel pickup and a history-first guide.
“Wonderful half day TukTuk tour with our driver Manilal, we highly recommend! It was a great experience and one can get a good impresssion of all the importanat sights of the city”
Private tuk-tuk tour of Fort Kochi with a friendly local driver, covering Chinese fishing nets, churches, temples, Jew Town, and spice market.
“Haris was great driver and guide. He was very personable and we enjoyed our time . We were able to see many sights in just a few hours.”
Hop between Fort Kochi and Mattancherry by private tuk-tuk. See major sights fast, with hotel pickup and many admissions included.
“Enthusiastic tour (7 hours) of major sightseeing in old town. Relaxed timeframe and well informed guide, Hanio . Good introduction to Kochi!”
Private tuk-tuk tour of Fort Kochi and Mattancherry with Chinese nets, churches, museums, synagogue, spice market, plus hotel pickup for $12.
“This short tour to know Forte Kochi is a must , and we had a wonderful time , our guide and tuk tuk driver Shahir was wonderful ,contacted us before and was on time to pick us up . We wanted to buy some spices which he happily assisteRead more”
Cruise-ship friendly Kochi tuk-tuk tour with pickup, a private guide, and classic Fort Kochi sights plus working-city stops for $11.
“Our tuk tuk ride in Cochin was excellent, our driver and guide Haneef was brilliant. He couldn't do enough for us and took us to some amazing places. He was in contact with us from the day we booked until our pickup at Cochin cruise terminal”
Private 8-day Kerala tour from Kochi to Munnar, Periyar, Alleppey backwaters and Kovalam with A/C transfers and breakfast.
“Wonderful trip, we saw so much and everything was perfect .”
Cruise-ship friendly Kochi tuk-tuk tour with Chinese fishing nets, Fort Kochi churches, Mattancherry Palace, Paradesi Synagogue, and spice market.
“A wonderful first visit to India Cochin with Sanoj, a fantastic guide and lovely person, we had the pleasure of visiting his home and meeting his lovely wife. Thank you Sanoj for such a great trip”
A private Kochi tuk-tuk shore excursion with cruise pickup, classic Fort Kochi sights, and flexible stops, for about 3–4 hours.
“We paid for things that were not included such as water and entry to the Dutch Palace. It seemed to be a blatant money grab, just taking us to stores where he got kickbacks for taking us there. Only a couple of highlights, we would steer well clear next time.”
Fort Kochi tuk-tuk tour with friendly local guides: Chinese fishing nets, palaces, synagogues and temples, with pickup and mostly included tickets.
“We had an absolutely brilliant tuk tuk tour in Fort Kochi. Our guide was not only knowledgeable and friendly, but also an excellent photographer who captured some fantastic moments for us along the way. He explained the history, culture, aRead more”
4 days of Munnar hills, a private houseboat night, and Fort Kochi sights with meals and private car pickup in Kerala.
“Great communication, great value for money. Brilliant service from our driver, Rajesh, definitely added to the experience with humour, flexibility and a willingness to respond to all requests. Felt very safe and looked after throughout. Will definitely be recommending to friends who are visiting later in year.”
7-day private Kerala tour from Kochi: Munnar tea hills, Periyar boat safari, backwaters, Kovalam beach, and Trivandrum sights.
“If you book your own hotels and find your own driver, you will have a better time because your hotels will be nicer, your driver will be more professional, and you will have more information. Here’s why they get 2 stars from me:”
