Top Kochi Historical Tours

Tuk-Tuks or Auto Rickshaws are the best and most unique and flexible way to explore all the narrow back streets of Fort Kochi, the drivers know all the best places to visit and are very flexible to tailor your tour to suit your needs and to make the experience unique. Tuk Tuks are easy to hop on and off and our drivers will stop at a tap on their shoulder if you see something that takes your interest. There are many famous sights that we will take you to. our guests always enjoy visiting the local eating houses and exploring markets for spices and souvenirs. No ask it too much. The tours can take as long or as little as you wish.

Explore the Fort Kochi and Mattancherry areas on a walking tour with a local host. See a few of Kochi’s key landmarks including the traditional Chinese fishing nets, St. Francis Church, the Dutch cemetery, Old Hindu Temple, and the Jewish synagogue. Learn about the history of the area and the many cultures who came through Kochi’s ports over the years as you explore on foot.

Discover the royal heritage of Tripunithura on a 3.5-hour tour of the Hill Palace that concludes with a high tea with members of the current royal family. Includes entrance to the Hill Palace Museum and Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple, guide, and light refreshments.

Want to experience the beauty, history and culture of Fort Kochi and Mattancherry on foot? Then this tour is for you. Travel back in time and through the streets as you follow your expert guide between the Chinese fishing nets, Jewish Synagogue and Mattancherry Palace that stand as icons of India's southern state. See beautiful murals that portray scenes out of Hindu scripture and learn how this incredible destination has come to be.

Discover the coastal city of Kochi on a traditional Indian tuk-tuk during this private excursion. Zip around the streets of Kochi as you explore the city’s key landmarks including Fort Kochi, the traditional Chinese fishing nets, the Jewish Quarter, and the Dutch Palace. Learn about the rich history of the city and its mix of cultures from your guide and sit down to a traditional Keralese meal for lunch.

• Ride, explore and experience a side of Cochin that most tourists never see. • Learn about the uniqueness of Chinese Fishing Nets from the locals. • Explore a European church, Dutch homes and Jew town as you cycle through the narrow lanes of Fort Cochin. • Indulge in some spice shopping while experiencing the enchanting aroma of the finest spices. • Unwind at a heritage home with some local snacks and refreshing coconut water.

Kochi, also known as Cochin, is a melting pot of different cultures and traditions. Today, it still retains many elements of its glorious past which can be best experienced with the Kochi City Tour. An eclectic mix of Portuguese, Dutch and British history combined with the rich traditions of Kerala - a wholesome day tour around Kochi and Ernakulam.

Vaikom Village Tour

Get a chance to explore highlights of Kochi, a major port city in Kerala. The biggest city in the state is a must-visit to discover the history of India of colonial times. Chinese Fishing Net, origin unclear, but said to be bought by a Chinese explorer Zheng He, is one of the major attractions. Dig in the history of Kochi by grabbing this opportunity to discover Fort Kochi Beach, Bastion Bungalow, Ernakulam Shiva Temple, and much more accompanied by a marine drive. This guided tour for four hours and thirty minutes will leave you with memories you will cherish for years. The comfortable cars will help you reach all the places and allow you to have a seamless experience. Morning Tour: 10:00 am - 2:30 pm Afternoon Tour: 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm

A fascinating private tour to the palm fringed backwaters of Alleppey through the beautifully styled Houseboat with Kerala lunch reminder of your tour takes place in Fort Cochin & Mattancherry, popularly known as Colonial twin towns and enjoy Cochin’s rich cultural heritage, showcasing the mixed Dutch, Portuguese, British and Jewish influences that make the city unique.

Kathakali has been an all-male art form, with even women characters being portrayed by men. On this tour we meet members of India's first All Womens Kathakali group who broke through the male bastion, excelled in the art and made a mark for themselves. From being dismissed as a fad that would not last long they went on to win the President of India's medal of honour in the year 2017. On this tour the women artistes share with us their inspiring journey of starting the group while alongside explaining the different elements of this fascinating art form- its stories, language, costumes, music, training, mythology, et al. The interaction ends with a brief lecture-demonstration without make-up or costume. The tour is designed to be an informal one, it flows along naturally as a conversation between visitor and artiste, and last for about 2 hrs. The interaction is arranged at the private residence of the women artiste(s) which is located in Kochi, Kerala.

Unique private tour of Fort Kochi by auto rickshaw, tailored to suit your needs. Sights and shopping

Kochi is a scenic port city in southern India with a rich cultural heritage. Learn about the Dutch, Portuguese, Arab, Chinese and Jewish influences that marked this vibrant maritime community. The city’s main historical sites contain little background information for visitors, making it difficult to get oriented. But this in-depth walking tour gives a fascinating and informative overview of Kerala’s prettiest seaside city.

If you select this tour packages, you can see the unknown face of Fort Kochi and Mattancherry. The places here in Fort Kochi and Mattancherry was filled with lot and lots of history. Also by selecting our tour packages you can see and understand the culture of Real Kochi.

Kerala, a state on India's tropical Malabar Coast, has nearly 600 kms of Arabian Sea shoreline. It's known for its palm-lined beaches and backwaters, a network of canals. Inland are the Western Ghats, mountains whose slopes support tea, coffee and spice plantations as well as wildlife. National parks like Eravikulam and Periyar, plus Wayanad and other sanctuaries, are home to elephants, langur monkeys and tigers.

Private guided tour takes you through the historic twin towns of Fort cochin & Mattancherry, a glimpse into Kochi’s rich history and heritage, showcasing the mixed Dutch, Portuguese, British and Jewish influences that make the city unique you will conclude your tour with the iconic Chinese fishing nets.

The Houseboat backwater programme has been designed for those who like to visit best canals in and around Aleppey . The houseboat make a trip thorugh the below beautiful rivers and canals with an hour lunch break. . Houseboat makes a trip through some of the beautiful villages in Aleppey. These are Kainakari Village and Kuttithod and boat reach a place called Kuttamangalam. We provide 1hr country boat to experience the narrow canal called Kuttamangalam canal where houseboat cannot make a trip. This 1hr trip gives breath taking scenic beauty of the local village, paddy field etc. After an hour of this country boat trip, houseboat start moving towards its final location for halt. The boat halt between 1730hrs and 1800hrs for overnight stay.

Explore the rich Jewish heritage of the Cochin area, with a knowledgeable guide. We will visit the old settlements of the Malabar Jews, with their beautifully restored synagogues, as well as the settlements of the Paradesi Jews in Cochin. Based on Indian building traditions, but influenced by visiting traders and imperialists over the centuries, the old synagogues at Chennamangalam and Paravur are wonderful examples of Keralan vernacular architecture. In Fort Kochi, we will visit the ‘Jew Town’ area, where the Cochin raja gave the Jews land to build their homes and trading houses. We will visit the Paradesi synagogue, known for its hand-painted tiles and its quaint old chandeliers. This is a custom tour, so if time permits, you can also see other sites in Fort Kochi, such as the Matanchery Palace (Dutch Palace) and St Francis Church. We do not guarantee that time will be available, as it is difficult to accurately predict drive times and how much time you will spend at each site.

Exploring Kochi's rich history and heritage. Fort Kochi is a historical neighbourhood at the edge of the modern city of Cochin, or Kochi. You will also witness the various methods used by the local fishermen to catch fish and you will also be able to see the Chinese fishing nets. Drench yourself in Cochin Martial Arts with one of the most popular art form, Kalaripayattu. An hour long session of Kalaripayattu in Kochi will introduce you to the practice of the arts in the battlefield where you will visit the traditional training space for Kalaripayattu. The art form will be demonstrated to you where four to six people flexibly move through, making some impressive steps and jumps. You will also learn about twenty seven weapons used as well as an explanation on each. Enjoying and relaxing one hour cruise through the backwaters. Open up your vistas to the spectacular views of Marine Drive and Bolgatty Palace.

Cochin is a prosperous harbor since Roman times, Cochin has followed a tranquil seaport lifestyle that has slightly amended over the centuries. At the shore, you will explore elegant Chinese fishing nets that were first launched by many dealers from the Court of Kublai Khan. Little closer to fishing nets, there is a typical English village green, stunningly laid out. At its one corner, the Church of St Francis is situated, flourishing with beautiful floor tiles that line the main passageway. Moreover, Santa Cruz Cathedral also lies on the same square, dating back to the 20th-century. Designed in an Indo-Romanesque- Rococo style, this magnificent Cathedral is a must-see place to visit.

The storytelling type of this art is connected with' Kathakali,' an significant genre in the Indian classical dance form. It is the dance drama of Kerala's southern Indian state. The story in' Kathakali' is also conveyed to the audience through outstanding footwork and impressive gestures of face and hands complimented by music and vocal performance, similar to other Indian classical dance arts.

If you are running short on time and want to explore the whole city then grab this deal!! Explore the city with a half-day tour. You will be picked from the hotel and at first, you will visit Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica and St. Francis CSI Church. Visit Fort Kochi Beach, Bastion Bungalow, Mattancherry Palace and St. George Orthodox Koonan Kurish Old Syrian Church, Jew Town, Aspinwall House, and Indo Portuguese Museum. Explore the culture of Kochi at Ernakulam Shiva Temple and end your tour at Marine drive. Enjoy fast food and shopping here and then you will be dropped back to the hotel. Duration: 5 hours Starting point & Endpoint: All travelers will be picked and drop back to the hotel. Minimum occupancy: 2 Pax Maximum occupancy: 7 Pax

Explore the untainted Kochi in a local way through this private guided Tuk Tuk tour. The main attraction of this tour is the travel in Tuk Tuk (auto-rickshaw) to visit the major landmarks like St.Francis church, the Dutch Palace, the Jain temple and many such tourist sites. Experience the rural life of the people by visiting some of the local places like Dhobi Khana (the local washing area), Ginger ware house (where spices are dried and packed), and also some cooperatives undertaken by women such as spice making, candle making and incense making. Explore the quaint streets of this city on foot lasting for approximately 2 hours which is suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. Feast your eyes to the Chinese fishing nets, the Dutch cemetery, the Nehru Children’s Park, the beautiful old-styled homes in Bishop’s House road and a refreshing stroll through the seaside beach. This walking expedition reaches its climax by having tea or coffee from a local cafe.

This tour of Cochin delves into the history of one of India’s longest established Jewish communities. Save hours of researching and planning, by having a comprehensive itinerary organized for you, including door-to-door transport, and entrance fees. See multiple synagogues, including Kadavumbagam, visit a Jewish Cemetery, and go to the Jewish-Christian Ancestry Tower too.