Kochi tours, things to do and tickets

Explore the heart of Kochi, a city where history, nature, and culture blend into a truly unique experience. Known as the hometown of samurai hero Sakamoto Ryoma, Kochi offers a journey full of charm, character, and discovery. From peaceful temples and lush botanical gardens to vibrant local markets and iconic castles, this tour gives you a taste of everything that makes Kochi unforgettable. ・Visit Tosa and Chikurinji Temples, nestled beside the stunning Makino Botanical Garden ・Experience the flavors of Kochi at Hirome Market, a lively hub of food, energy, and local life ・Discover the majestic Kochi Castle, one of Japan’s few remaining original castles

This tour is designed for the travelers who visit Kochi by cruise ship. We will pick you up at Kochi Shin Port or hotels near the port. Kochi is a smart, compact city with a deserved reputation for enjoying a good time. The castle here is largely undamaged and remains a fine example of Japanese architecture. Excellent access to Muroto-Misaki, Ashizuri-misaki and the Iya Valley, and easy day trips to caves, beaches and mountains make Kōchi a perfect base for travels around the island. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Get a true taste of Kochi on this 5-hour walking tour featuring the city’s famous Sunday Market and nearby highlights. Explore vibrant local stalls, sample regional specialties, and visit key cultural spots with a knowledgeable local guide. Perfect for those wanting to dive into Kochi’s lively market scene and rich heritage. ・Browse over 400 stands at Kochi’s historic Sunday Market offering fresh produce, local foods, and crafts ・Savor regional delicacies at Hirome Market and visit the iconic Kochi Castle for panoramic city views ・Stroll through Obiyamachi shopping street and discover the colorful Yosakoi Festival culture at the information center

Hello! Namaste! Travellers. You are picked up from Kochi Cruise Terminal, Kochi Airport, or your hotel/resort. in Kochi. Itinerary is so customised to meet your cruise ship’s arrival and departure schedule. Comfortable transportation, entertaining and enriching travel experience. You are picked up from Sea Port, Airport, or your hotel. Cochin Over View. ( Private and Group Tour Options Available.) Attractions in Fort Kochi and Jew Town like Synagogue, Chinese fishing Nets, St. Francis Church ( where is the first tomb of Vasco de Gama ) Dutch Palace. Time for tea / coffee or hunt for gifts in Jew town After tour all travellers are dropped back at pick up points.

Hello! Travelers ! Skip the expensive shore excursions ! Book a Thrifty small Group Tour of maximum 4 people.! You are met at side of the ship with pager board of Your Name.. Comfortable transportation, entertaining and enriching travel experience. The tours are customized to suit the arrival and departure schedule of your ship. 1. Kochi Over View. Chinese Fishing Nets, Church of St. Francis, Santa Cruz Basilica, & Jewish Town for synagogue and the ancient Jewish quarters and Spice market. An early morning drive to a suburban fishing Village.

The pick up or drop from / to Kochi International Airport is offered to travelers arriving Cochin. The travelers will be met at the Cochin Airport and dropped at any hotel in city or picked up from any city hotel and dropped at the airport.

This Tour of 6 to 7 hours in the afternoon is available for travelers arriving Cochin by sea, air or by surface.. The participants of this tour will be picked up from from the Port of Kochi / lobby of the hotel where they are booked to stay. A Local Tour Guide will be with the group. The tour will be conducted in an A/C mini van.or car or coach. Itinerary. At Jewish Town visits include, Synagogue, walk through the shopping areas and Dutch Palace.   At Fort Kochi tour visits Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church with the first Tomb of Vasco da Gama and a walk through the by lanes of Fort Kochi. Later the group is taken to the theater for Classical dance of Kerala, ‘Kathakali’. After the dance the group is taken to a reputed restaurant eg.,Tissa's Inn or Abad Fort Chullikal for dinner. After dinner the passengers are returned to picked up points or to mutually agreed points.

Enjoy a Private tour of Cochin and its many delights, accompanied by a professional guide. Explore the following 1. St. Francis Church, 2.Fort Kochi, ancient European settlement India. 3.Jewish Town, the the earliest settlement of Jews outside Europe 4. On this half-day tour witness fisherman on the beach use Chinese fishing nets 5. Stroll through the Jewish spice market. 6. Dutch Palace Museum, 7. Watch Kathakali performance. 8. We’ll take you to a popular local spot where you can enjoy a delicious traditional vegetarian lunch or dinner." This tour includes port/hotel pickup and drop-off, transport by an air-conditioned vehicle and lunch or dinner at a popular restaurant.

Looking for a taste of real Japanese home-cooked meals? At Grandma’s Kitchen, we serve the kind of dishes that Japanese families enjoy at their dining tables every day. Simple, wholesome, and made with care, our meals are a true reflection of Japan’s home cooking culture — comforting, nutritious, and filled with seasonal flavors. Unlike restaurant-style Japanese cuisine, which often focuses on elaborate presentation and refined techniques, home cooking is about warmth and balance. Our menu changes with the seasons, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients to bring out the best flavors of each time of year. You’ll enjoy plenty of vegetables, seasonal greens, and traditional recipes that are gentle on the body and satisfying to the heart. After your meal, you can take a short 5-minute walk to explore Kochi Castle or visit Hirome Market, one of the city’s most popular local spots. Grandma’s Kitchen is conveniently located for sightseeing.

Hello! Skip the expensive excursions ! Book a Luxury Private Or Group Tour for as little as USD 150 Comfortable transportation, entertaining and enriching travel experience, and travelling sustainably. The tours are customizable to suit your schedule to ensure you have a worry free Excursion. We ensure your timely return after the tour. 1.Cochin City Overview. 5 hours.  All attractions are covered. Chinese Fishing, St. Francis, Jewish Synagogue,Dutch Palace. A slow paced tour full filling all your preferences. Backwater Houseboat Experience. 7 hours.  Tour which give you the essence of Kerala.. An over land drive to backwater region in the morning will give you chance to understand the country. Later on reaching the backwaters check into your private houseboat and cruise in the backwaters for 4 hours. Have Lunch ob board the house boat while on cruise. Relaxed in the lobby watch the life the life of backwater villages and rice farmers. Backwater Shiikara Experience. 6 hours. .

Hello! Skip expensive shore excursions ! Book a Private Tour or join a thrifty Group Tour ! Comfortable transportation, entertaining and enriching travel experience, and travelling sustainably.  The tours are customized to suit the arrival and departure schedule of your ship to ensure you have a worry free Shore Excursion. We ensure your timely return after the tour. All attractions in Kochi viz.,heritage, backwaters, houseboats, villages, farms and much more. Following are our popular tours. Cultures of Kochi. An over view tour of heritage areas of interior Kochi which are virgin to travelers. It is a prosperous state for which these regions out side Kochi are must visit places

It is purely a private tour ! Privacy of a group of your dear and near ones is the attraction. The tours can be customized to suit the arrival and departure schedule of your ship to ensure you have a worry free Shore Excursion. Comfortable transportation, entertaining and enriching experience., We offer a tour to visit the ancient Jewish Heritage in Kochi ( India) It explores the sites of Jewish settlements of Kochi, Muziris aka Paravoor and Chendamangalam. The tour involves a morning drive to the above villages which give you opportunity to find life of people civilized with great sense of hospitality. The tour visits preserved synagogues at above places which were ancient Jewish Settlements.in India. A lunch break in a beach restaurant and a drive to the modern city of Kochi to visit a synagogue of the Malabar Jews which is preserved by the present warden is added attraction of this tour..

Private Alappuzha (Alleppey) Backwater Cruise & Village Tour from Kochi Experience the magic of Kerala’s backwaters on this private day tour to Alappuzha (Alleppey), one of the most beautiful and authentic regions in South India. In just eight hours, enjoy the tranquil charm of palm-fringed canals, paddy fields, and village life that make this destination world-famous. Cruise through the serene waterways in your choice of Shikkara boat, houseboat, or water bus, stopping to watch fishermen, coconut harvesters, and local villagers at work. Take a refreshing walk along paddy fields and soak in the cool backwater breeze. All tours are private and flexible, with pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, resort, homestay, or Cochin International Cruise Terminal. Discover the authentic beauty and culture of Kerala’s backwaters — a journey of peace, nature, and unforgettable memories.

Cruise the Kumarakom Backwaters & Narrow Canals – Private Day Tour from Kochi Experience the enchanting Kumarakom Backwaters on this full-day private tour from Kochi. Travel comfortably by car or minivan along scenic highways and charming village roads to reach Kumarakom, one of Kerala’s most beautiful backwater destinations, known for its tranquil lakes, lagoons, paddy fields, and coconut groves. On arrival, step aboard your pre-booked Shikkara boat for a three-hour backwater cruise through the serene waterways of Kumarakom. Glide past palm-fringed islands, narrow canals, and picturesque villages, where you’ll see traditional life unfold around the coconut gardens. After the relaxing cruise, enjoy an optional lunch at a lakeside Resort in the Kumarakom International Tourist Village before returning comfortably to Kochi. This private Kumarakom backwater tour is perfect for travelers seeking an authentic experience of Kerala’s scenic beauty, peaceful lifestyle, and vibrant culture.

Hello! "Cruise Travelers" to Kochi You are met at the International Cruise Terminal of Kochi The tours are open to customization to suit the arrival and departure schedule of your ship to ensure you have a worry free Shore Excursion. Comfortable transportation, entertaining and enriching travel experience. Kerala Backwater experience in exclisively booked Houseboats. Excursion to backwater region of Kerala. A Cruise in the backwater for 3 hours in House Boat. On board lunch while on cruise traditional style cooked by the chef. After backwater cruise we return to Kochi.

Kerala Village Life & Countryside Day Tour from Kochi (8 Hours) Experience the charm of Kerala’s virgin villages and countryside life on this full-day private tour from Kochi. Discover the rich culture, traditions, and natural beauty of God’s Own Country as you travel through the scenic valleys of the Western Ghats. Visit picturesque regions such as Piravom, known for the Areekkal Waterfalls and the famous Lord Shiva Temple, and Koothattukulam, renowned for its bustling vegetable wholesale market. Explore Ramapuram, home to the iconic Roman Catholic Church, and Kuravilangadu, famous for its ancient heritage church and serene rural charm. Enjoy an authentic Kerala lunch experience with a local family or at an elite vegetarian restaurant. After immersing in the village lifestyle, plantations, and cultural highlights, return comfortably to Kochi by afternoon. This private Kerala village tour offers the perfect blend of nature, culture, spirituality, and local experiences.

Discover the best of Kochi on a guided half-day walking tour. ・Explore Kochi Castle and the vibrant Hirome Market with a friendly local guide ・Visit Kochi Hachimangu Shrine to experience Japan’s spiritual culture and learn traditional Shinto customs ・Enjoy a well-paced route featuring history, food, and local culture ・Perfect for cruise passengers & first-time visitors – hotel and port pickup available on request ・All entrance fees included for a smooth, worry-free experience ・Taste local flavors with a complimentary citrus juice and Biscuits ・Stroll through the lively Obiyamachi shopping street and soak up the city’s charm

Discover the best of Kochi in a compact, full-day tour that weaves together nature, history, and local charm. Start at Cape Muroto, where dramatic cliffs and vast ocean views reveal the raw power of the Pacific. As part of a UNESCO Global Geopark, its volcanic landscapes and quiet temple offer a memorable, almost spiritual experience. Return to the city for lunch at Hirome Market, where the lively, communal atmosphere invites spontaneous encounters and a real taste of local life. Then explore Kochi Castle, one of Japan’s few original castles. Its preserved wooden interiors and hilltop views offer a rare, authentic glimpse into samurai-era Japan. Finish at Katsurahama, a beautiful beach known for its crashing waves and the iconic statue of Sakamoto Ryoma—a striking place where nature and history meet.