Kochi Tuk-Tuk Private Tours with Pickup from Cruise Ships
by BAIJUS TOURS KOCHI TUK TUK
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This private tuk-tuk tour in Kochi lasts about 3 to 4 hours and includes round-trip transfers from the cruise ship dock. Travelers use their own tuk-tuk to visit the city at their own pace, stopping at major sites such as Fort Kochi Beach, the Chinese Fishing Nets, the Dutch Cemetery, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, and Mattancherry Palace. Bottled water and parking fees are included, but the tuk-tuks do not have air conditioning. The tour offers flexibility to pause for photos at various locations. The route covers multiple historical and cultural landmarks in Fort Kochi and surrounding areas, with time allocated at each stop according to the schedule.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Chinese Fishing Nets
These stationary lift nets, also called Cheena vala, are fixed installations along the shore in Kochi. Each net stretches about 20 meters across and is supported by structures at least 10 meters tall. Large stones act as counterweights at one end, balanced by a horizontal net suspended over the sea. Teams of up to six fishermen operate each net. This fishing method was introduced by Chinese explorers in the 14th century and is unique to Kochi and Kollam in India.
15 min
Fort Kochi Beach
Located along the Arabian Sea, Fort Kochi Beach is a coastal area in the Fort Kochi neighborhood of Kerala. The beach offers sea views and is part of the historic port city.
15 min
Dutch Cemetery
Consecrated in 1724, the Dutch Cemetery in Fort Kochi holds graves of imperial settlers from the colonial era. Managed by the Church of South India, it contains historical stories linked to those who expanded their empire from Europe centuries ago.
15 min
Church of Saint Francis
Built in 1503, St. Francis Church in Fort Kochi is one of the oldest European churches in India. Vasco da Gama was originally buried here in 1524 during his third trip to India, though his remains were later moved to Lisbon.
20 min
Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica
This basilica in Fort Kochi is one of eight in Kerala and is recognized as a heritage building. It is a prominent church visited throughout the year by tourists.
20 min
Indo-Portuguese Museum
Located in Fort Kochi, the Indo-Portuguese Museum displays artifacts related to the Portuguese influence in the region.
20 min
Maritime Museum Kochi
This museum presents India's naval history with exhibits including warship models, artillery, and military uniforms.
15 min
Mattancherry Palace
Also known as the Dutch Palace, this Portuguese palace in Mattancherry features Kerala-style murals and portraits of Kochi's rulers. It is listed as a tentative UNESCO World Heritage Site.
15 min
Paradesi Synagogue
Built in 1568, this is the oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth of Nations. It serves the Malabar Yehudan or Cochin Jewish community in Kerala.
15 min
Cochin Spice Market
A local market selling a variety of exotic spices in bulk, with polished displays.
10 min
Jain Temple
A notable Jain place of worship, known for a daily noon event where pigeons are shown and fed.
10 min
Bastion Bunglow
A sea-facing building in Dutch Indo-European style architecture built in 1667. It served as a residence during the British period and housed Colonel Macaulay in the early 19th century.
15 min
Meeting point
In this type of tour, we offer free pickup and drop off to the tourists from all the cruise ships. Our Tuk-Tuk driver cum guide will be waiting at the exit gate of the cochin port/Ernakulam Wharf where the ships dock with your name placard in order to receive you on time.
End point
In this type of tour, we offer free pickup and drop off to the tourists from all the cruise ships. Our Tuk-Tuk driver cum guide will be waiting at the exit gate of the cochin port/Ernakulam Wharf where the ships dock with your name placard in order to receive you on time.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Kochi Tuk-Tuk Private Tours with Pickup from Cruise Ships
by BAIJUS TOURS KOCHI TUK TUK
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.$22Overview
This private tuk-tuk tour in Kochi lasts about 3 to 4 hours and includes round-trip transfers from the cruise ship dock. Travelers use their own tuk-tuk to visit the city at their own pace, stopping at major sites such as Fort Kochi Beach, the Chinese Fishing Nets, the Dutch Cemetery, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, and Mattancherry Palace. Bottled water and parking fees are included, but the tuk-tuks do not have air conditioning. The tour offers flexibility to pause for photos at various locations. The route covers multiple historical and cultural landmarks in Fort Kochi and surrounding areas, with time allocated at each stop according to the schedule.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Chinese Fishing Nets
These stationary lift nets, also called Cheena vala, are fixed installations along the shore in Kochi. Each net stretches about 20 meters across and is supported by structures at least 10 meters tall. Large stones act as counterweights at one end, balanced by a horizontal net suspended over the sea. Teams of up to six fishermen operate each net. This fishing method was introduced by Chinese explorers in the 14th century and is unique to Kochi and Kollam in India.
15 min
Fort Kochi Beach
Located along the Arabian Sea, Fort Kochi Beach is a coastal area in the Fort Kochi neighborhood of Kerala. The beach offers sea views and is part of the historic port city.
15 min
Dutch Cemetery
Consecrated in 1724, the Dutch Cemetery in Fort Kochi holds graves of imperial settlers from the colonial era. Managed by the Church of South India, it contains historical stories linked to those who expanded their empire from Europe centuries ago.
15 min
Church of Saint Francis
Built in 1503, St. Francis Church in Fort Kochi is one of the oldest European churches in India. Vasco da Gama was originally buried here in 1524 during his third trip to India, though his remains were later moved to Lisbon.
20 min
Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica
This basilica in Fort Kochi is one of eight in Kerala and is recognized as a heritage building. It is a prominent church visited throughout the year by tourists.
20 min
Indo-Portuguese Museum
Located in Fort Kochi, the Indo-Portuguese Museum displays artifacts related to the Portuguese influence in the region.
20 min
Maritime Museum Kochi
This museum presents India's naval history with exhibits including warship models, artillery, and military uniforms.
15 min
Mattancherry Palace
Also known as the Dutch Palace, this Portuguese palace in Mattancherry features Kerala-style murals and portraits of Kochi's rulers. It is listed as a tentative UNESCO World Heritage Site.
15 min
Paradesi Synagogue
Built in 1568, this is the oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth of Nations. It serves the Malabar Yehudan or Cochin Jewish community in Kerala.
15 min
Cochin Spice Market
A local market selling a variety of exotic spices in bulk, with polished displays.
10 min
Jain Temple
A notable Jain place of worship, known for a daily noon event where pigeons are shown and fed.
10 min
Bastion Bunglow
A sea-facing building in Dutch Indo-European style architecture built in 1667. It served as a residence during the British period and housed Colonel Macaulay in the early 19th century.
15 min
Meeting point
In this type of tour, we offer free pickup and drop off to the tourists from all the cruise ships. Our Tuk-Tuk driver cum guide will be waiting at the exit gate of the cochin port/Ernakulam Wharf where the ships dock with your name placard in order to receive you on time.
End point
In this type of tour, we offer free pickup and drop off to the tourists from all the cruise ships. Our Tuk-Tuk driver cum guide will be waiting at the exit gate of the cochin port/Ernakulam Wharf where the ships dock with your name placard in order to receive you on time.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.