Private Half-Day Tour in Kochi: Explore Historical Landmarks and Local Markets
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Kochi
Embark on a private half-day tour in Kochi and discover its historical landmarks and vibrant local markets. Explore the rich history of Kochi while visiting iconic sites and immerse yourself in the local culture. Book now!
Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Chinese Fishing Nets - 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.
What's Included
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Climate-controlled vehicle
  • All fees and taxes included
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic Beverages
Additional Information

Embark on a private taxi sightseeing adventure in Kochi with reliable personnel, promising on-time pick-up from the cruise ship and punctual drop-off at the cruise terminal. Discover the historical sites and enrich your understanding of Kochi’s intriguing past with your Driver/Local Expert. Kochi stemmed from a fishing hamlet in the pre-colonial Kingdom of Kochi in Kerala. For centuries, Kochi was a hub for the Indian spice trade making it a major draw for international traders.

In this tour, you will journey in a taxi exploring crucial landmarks such as the Chinese fishing nets, St Francis church, the Dutch Palace, the Jewish synagogue, the Jain temple along with others. You’ll also get to explore local hideaways like Dhobhi Khana(Local Washing area), Ginger warehouse (where spices are packed/dried), and women’s cooperative spice markets (spice making/ candle making, incense making etc) that will give you a taste of the locals’ lifestyle.

The tour package covers monument entry fees.

Location
Cochin Port
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Pioneer452119
Mar 27, 2024
Taxi in cochin - Our driver sheriff was very knowledgeable, he took us around everywhere in cochin we requested. We really enjoyed our visit. Thank you ,sherif.
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P3993jzsandriner
Mar 7, 2024
Good time - Joseph is a good driver, very friendly and takes the time to explain what we see. It's nice, I recommend.
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233prasantad
Feb 18, 2024
Kochin tourism private tour - very polite.Friendly and informative. Always eager to help us. we had 2 rours with him. short city tour and Aleppo house boat ( shikara) tour from the port at kochi. An excellent experience in an ac tourism car.
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Wanderer772207
Feb 18, 2024
Timely pick up and dropped at correct time in correct place. - Our Trip was really good. Our Tourist guide Mr. Ansar was very polite and caring. We enjoyed. Thanks Mr. Ansar for everything.
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