Kochi 3-4 Hour Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour of Fort Kochi and Mattancherry
by Legendary Kochi Tuk Tuk Tour
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This 3-4 hour tuk-tuk sightseeing tour in Kochi covers several historic and cultural sites in Fort Kochi and Mattancherry. Travelers are picked up and dropped off in Fort Kochi or Mattancherry and ride in eco-friendly tuk-tuks. The tour includes visits to landmarks such as the Church of Saint Francis, built in 1503 and known as one of India’s oldest European churches, and the Chinese Fishing Nets, large shore-operated lift nets introduced by Chinese explorers in the 14th century. Participants also stop at Fort Kochi Beach along the Arabian Sea and the Dutch Cemetery, consecrated in 1724 and managed by the Church of South India. The tour continues to the Indo-Portuguese Museum in Fort Kochi, followed by the Dhoby Khana public laundry near Veli Ground, where traditional clothes washing methods by the Vannar community are still used. Travelers visit the Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, one of Kerala’s eight basilicas, and the Maritime Museum, which displays naval artifacts including warship models and artillery. In Mattancherry, the tour includes Cochin Tirumala Devaswom temple, an important socio-religious site for the Gowda Saraswat Brahmins dating from the 16th century, and the Jain Temple known for its daily noon pigeon feeding. Further stops include Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace), featuring Kerala murals and royal exhibits, the Paradesi Synagogue, the oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth built in 1568, and the Cochin Spice Market offering a wide range of spices. Bottled water and the use of the tuk-tuk are included, along with assistance for travelers to take various photos. The operator offers pickup and drop-off service for guests staying in and around Fort Kochi and Mattancherry. No items are excluded from the price.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Church of Saint Francis
Built in 1503, this church in Fort Kochi is among India’s oldest European churches. Vasco da Gama was originally buried here after his death in 1524 before his remains were moved to Lisbon after 14 years. The church has historical importance related to European colonial presence in the subcontinent.
20 min
Chinese Fishing Nets
These stationary shore-operated lift nets, about 20 meters wide and at least 10 meters high, are operated by up to six fishermen using counterweights. Introduced by Chinese explorers in the 14th century, they are unique to Kochi and Kollam in India and are a notable traditional fishing method.
20 min
Fort Kochi Beach
A beach along the Arabian Sea located in Fort Kochi in Kerala. It offers a coastal view of the city.
15 min
Dutch Cemetery
Consecrated in 1724 and managed by the Church of South India, this cemetery in Fort Kochi contains graves of colonial-era imperial inhabitants and holds historical significance.
10 min
Indo-Portuguese Museum
Located in Fort Kochi, this museum presents artifacts related to the Indo-Portuguese heritage of the region.
20 min
Dhoby Khana Public Laundry
Situated near Veli Ground in Fort Kochi, this historical laundry run by the Vannar community uses traditional hand-washing and open-air drying methods. Around 45 washermen work here, and efforts are underway to modernize the facility while preserving the traditional vocation.
20 min
Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica
One of Kerala’s eight basilicas, this heritage church in Fort Kochi is noted for its architecture and is visited by tourists year-round.
20 min
Maritime Museum Kochi
A museum displaying India’s naval history, featuring models of warships, artillery pieces, and naval uniforms.
15 min
Cochin Tirumala Devaswom
Located in Cherlai within Mattancherry, this temple established in the late 16th century is the main socio-religious institution for the Gowda Saraswat Brahmin community in Kerala, housing the Venkateswara idol.
20 min
Jain Temple
A prominent Jain place of worship in Kochi known for its daily pigeon feeding event held at noon.
15 min
Mattancherry Palace
Also called the Dutch Palace, this Portuguese-built palace in Mattancherry features Kerala murals and exhibits of Kochi’s former rulers. It is listed on the tentative UNESCO World Heritage list.
20 min
Paradesi Synagogue
The oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth, built in 1568 for the Cochin Jewish community, located in Kochi, Kerala.
20 min
Cochin Spice Market
A local market offering a variety of exotic spices sold in bulk with well-organized displays.
10 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Kochi 3-4 Hour Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour of Fort Kochi and Mattancherry
by Legendary Kochi Tuk Tuk Tour
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.₹1,600Overview
This 3-4 hour tuk-tuk sightseeing tour in Kochi covers several historic and cultural sites in Fort Kochi and Mattancherry. Travelers are picked up and dropped off in Fort Kochi or Mattancherry and ride in eco-friendly tuk-tuks. The tour includes visits to landmarks such as the Church of Saint Francis, built in 1503 and known as one of India’s oldest European churches, and the Chinese Fishing Nets, large shore-operated lift nets introduced by Chinese explorers in the 14th century. Participants also stop at Fort Kochi Beach along the Arabian Sea and the Dutch Cemetery, consecrated in 1724 and managed by the Church of South India. The tour continues to the Indo-Portuguese Museum in Fort Kochi, followed by the Dhoby Khana public laundry near Veli Ground, where traditional clothes washing methods by the Vannar community are still used. Travelers visit the Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, one of Kerala’s eight basilicas, and the Maritime Museum, which displays naval artifacts including warship models and artillery. In Mattancherry, the tour includes Cochin Tirumala Devaswom temple, an important socio-religious site for the Gowda Saraswat Brahmins dating from the 16th century, and the Jain Temple known for its daily noon pigeon feeding. Further stops include Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace), featuring Kerala murals and royal exhibits, the Paradesi Synagogue, the oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth built in 1568, and the Cochin Spice Market offering a wide range of spices. Bottled water and the use of the tuk-tuk are included, along with assistance for travelers to take various photos. The operator offers pickup and drop-off service for guests staying in and around Fort Kochi and Mattancherry. No items are excluded from the price.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Church of Saint Francis
Built in 1503, this church in Fort Kochi is among India’s oldest European churches. Vasco da Gama was originally buried here after his death in 1524 before his remains were moved to Lisbon after 14 years. The church has historical importance related to European colonial presence in the subcontinent.
20 min
Chinese Fishing Nets
These stationary shore-operated lift nets, about 20 meters wide and at least 10 meters high, are operated by up to six fishermen using counterweights. Introduced by Chinese explorers in the 14th century, they are unique to Kochi and Kollam in India and are a notable traditional fishing method.
20 min
Fort Kochi Beach
A beach along the Arabian Sea located in Fort Kochi in Kerala. It offers a coastal view of the city.
15 min
Dutch Cemetery
Consecrated in 1724 and managed by the Church of South India, this cemetery in Fort Kochi contains graves of colonial-era imperial inhabitants and holds historical significance.
10 min
Indo-Portuguese Museum
Located in Fort Kochi, this museum presents artifacts related to the Indo-Portuguese heritage of the region.
20 min
Dhoby Khana Public Laundry
Situated near Veli Ground in Fort Kochi, this historical laundry run by the Vannar community uses traditional hand-washing and open-air drying methods. Around 45 washermen work here, and efforts are underway to modernize the facility while preserving the traditional vocation.
20 min
Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica
One of Kerala’s eight basilicas, this heritage church in Fort Kochi is noted for its architecture and is visited by tourists year-round.
20 min
Maritime Museum Kochi
A museum displaying India’s naval history, featuring models of warships, artillery pieces, and naval uniforms.
15 min
Cochin Tirumala Devaswom
Located in Cherlai within Mattancherry, this temple established in the late 16th century is the main socio-religious institution for the Gowda Saraswat Brahmin community in Kerala, housing the Venkateswara idol.
20 min
Jain Temple
A prominent Jain place of worship in Kochi known for its daily pigeon feeding event held at noon.
15 min
Mattancherry Palace
Also called the Dutch Palace, this Portuguese-built palace in Mattancherry features Kerala murals and exhibits of Kochi’s former rulers. It is listed on the tentative UNESCO World Heritage list.
20 min
Paradesi Synagogue
The oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth, built in 1568 for the Cochin Jewish community, located in Kochi, Kerala.
20 min
Cochin Spice Market
A local market offering a variety of exotic spices sold in bulk with well-organized displays.
10 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.