Overview
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.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Bottled water
In-vehicle air conditioning
All fees and/or taxes
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Good to know
Kindly note that our taxi driver will be there with your name placard to receive you on time...
What to expect
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Chinese Fishing Nets
15 min
Chinese fishing nets (Cheena vala) are a type of stationary lift net in India. They are fishing nets that are fixed land installations for fishing. While commonly known as "Chinese fishing nets" in India, the more formal name for such nets is "shore operated lift nets". Huge mechanical contrivances hold out horizontal nets of 20 m or more across. Each structure is at least 10 m high and comprises a cantilever with an outstretched net suspended over the sea and large stones suspended from ropes as counterweights at the other end. Each installation is operated by a team of up to six fishermen.
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Fort Kochi Beach
15 min
Fort Kochi beach is a beach along the Arabian Sea situated in Fort Kochi in the city of Kochi in South India, Kerala state.
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Dutch Cemetery
10 min
The Dutch cemetery is among the visited sites in Fort Kochi, famous for its imperial inhabitants during the olden days who left their homelands centuries ago to propagate and expand their own empire. The cemetery was consecrated in 1724 and is today managed by the Church of South India and it contains some interesting stories around it.
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Church of Saint Francis
20 min
St. Francis Church, in Fort Kochi (Fort Cochin), Kochi, originally built in 1503, is one of the oldest European churches in India and has great historical significance as a mute witness to the European colonial struggle in the subcontinent.The Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama died in Kochi in 1524 when he was on his third visit to India. His body was originally buried in this church, but after fourteen years his remains were removed to Lisbo
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Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica
20 min
The Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica at Fort Kochi is one of the eight Basilicas in Kerala. Counted as one of the heritage edifices of Kerala, this church is one of the finest and most impressive churches in India and visited by tourists the whole year round.
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Indo-Portuguese Museum
15 min
The Indo-Portuguese Museum is a museum in Fort Kochi, Kerala, India.
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Maritime Museum Kochi
15 min
Museum examining the naval history of India, with warship models, artillery & uniforms on display.
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Mattancherry Palace
20 min
The Mattancherry Palace is a Portuguese palace popularly known as the Dutch Palace, in Mattancherry, Kochi, in the Indian state of Kerala which features Kerala murals depicting portraits and exhibits of the Rajas of Kochi. The palace was included in the "tentative list" of UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Paradesi Synagogue
20 min
The Paradesi Synagogue is the oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth of Nations, located in Kochi, Kerala, in South India. Constructed in 1568, it is one of seven synagogues of the Malabar Yehudan or Yehudan Mappila people or Cochin Jewish community in the Kingdom of Cochin.
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Cochin Spice Market
10 min
Down-to-earth shop with polished displays & a variety of exotic spices sold in bulk.
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Jain Temple
15 min
Prominent Jain place of worship, known for its pigeon show & feeding, held every day at noon.
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LuLu Mall
1 hour
LuLu International Shopping Mall is a shopping mall located in Kochi, Kerala. It is one of the largest shopping mall in India in terms of total area. With an average daily footfall of more than 80,000, it is one of the most visited places in Kerala.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
FAQs about Kochi City Tour
Can I cancel Kochi City Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4–7 hours.
What's included?
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Which places does it visit?
It visits Chinese Fishing Nets, Fort Kochi Beach, Dutch Cemetery, Church of Saint Francis, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Indo-Portuguese Museum, Maritime Museum Kochi, Mattancherry Palace.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Operated by CSTDA KOCHI TAXI TOURS
