Fortkochi Tuk-Tuk Tour: Discover Historical Sights in an Autorickshaw
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Kochi (Cochin)
Embark on a Fort Kochi Tuk-Tuk Tour in an autorickshaw, exploring historical sights like Chinese Fishing Nets, Mattancherry Palace, and more. Customize your tour and be picked up from your hotel!
Duration: 4 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. While such nets are used throughout coastal southern China and Indochina, in India they are mostly found in the Indian cities of Kochi and Kollam, where they have become a tourist attraction. This way of fishing is unusual in India and almost unique to the area, as it was introduced by Chinese explorers who landed there in the 14th century. Indeed, one interpretation of the city name Kochi is

  • Fort Kochi Beach - Fort Kochi beach is a beach along the Arabian Sea situated in Fort Kochi in the city of Kochi in South India, Kerala state.

  • Dutch Cemetery - The Dutch cemetery is among the visited sites in Fort Kochi, famous for its imperial inhabitants during the olden days who left their homelands centuries ago to propagate and expand their own empire. The cemetery was consecrated in 1724 and is today managed by the Church of South India and it contains some interesting stories around it.

  • Church of Saint Francis - St. Francis Church, in Fort Kochi (Fort Cochin), Kochi, originally built in 1503, is one of the oldest European churches in India and has great historical significance as a mute witness to the European colonial struggle in the subcontinent. The Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama died in Kochi in 1524 when he was on his third visit to India. His body was originally buried in this church, but after fourteen years his remains were removed to Lisbon.

  • Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica - The Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica at Fort Kochi is one of the eight Basilicas in Kerala. Counted as one of the heritage edifices of Kerala, this church is one of the finest and most impressive churches in India and visited by tourists the whole year round.

  • Indo-Portuguese Museum - The Indo-Portuguese Museum is a museum in Fort Kochi, Kerala, India.

  • Maritime Museum Kochi - Museum examining the naval history of India, with warship models, artillery & uniforms on display.

  • Mattancherry Palace - The Mattancherry Palace is a Portuguese palace popularly known as the Dutch Palace, in Mattancherry, Kochi, in the Indian state of Kerala which features Kerala murals depicting portraits and exhibits of the Rajas of Kochi. The palace was included in the “tentative list” of UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • Paradesi Synagogue - The Paradesi Synagogue is the oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth of Nations, located in Kochi, Kerala, in South India. Constructed in 1568, it is one of seven synagogues of the Malabar Yehudan or Yehudan Mappila people or Cochin Jewish community in the Kingdom of Cochin.

  • Cochin Spice Market - Down-to-earth shop with polished displays & a variety of exotic spices sold in bulk.

  • Jain Temple - Prominent Jain place of worship, known for its pigeon show & feeding, held every day at noon.

  • Bastion Bunglow - Bastion Bungalow is a famous tourist site in the city of Kochi, located near Vasco da Gama square in Fort Kochi, India. Bastion Bungalow is an example of Indo-European style architecture mainly following the Dutch style. Currently, it is the official residence of the Sub-Collector.

What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • All fees and taxes included
  • Pose for photos in a Tuk-Tuk
Additional Information

Embark on a personalized jaunt around Fort Kochi and Mattancherry, avoiding the hassle of sourcing transportation for every junction, by organizing a private tuk-tuk excursion in an autorickshaw, often called a tuk-tuk. Our chauffeur will collect you from your accommodation and escort you to historical landmarks like the Chinese Fishing Nets, Mattancherry Palace, Paradesi Synagogue and more, with the opportunity to tailor the complete tour to your preferences.

Location
Chinese Fishing Nets
Fort Kochi Beach, Kochi-682001 Kerala India
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Redtrousersx
May 28, 2024
A well informed personal tour - Shina is a delightful man and excellent guide. I would have missed so many good things if I had not spent the two days with him.. He is very fair with his charging and helpful with advice on where to get anything!
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Kahkeinm
May 26, 2024
I love Cochin Royal Tour! - Cochin Royal Tour really made my day. Mr Shaheer, the driver cum tour guide customize the itinerary to my interest and wants. We went on a foodie trail instead and had the best culinary experience one can't do so without a local.
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Getaway65628394338
May 26, 2024
Most outstanding tour guide - Shaheer communicates well in English and he is very knowledgeable about the local history, culture and the food, making him an outstanding tour guide. Not to mention a very honest man. Highly recommend him if you are in Cochin!
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M9582oipawe_k
May 22, 2024
Go join Shina's Kochi tours - you won't regret it! 🙂 - I recommend everyone to take some time and join a city sightseeing tour with friendly and helpful Shina. He will show you interesting places around, some cafes, museums, and if you're interested even some local shops. Definitely big big recommend!
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Companion15473235517
May 20, 2024
Shina made my fort kochi experience memorable! - Shina is too amazing. He took me to all of the greatest places in fort kochi and he was very cool to hang out with. When our tour was done, I told him I wanted a cricket jersey and he took me shop to shop to find one. Then he took me to get coffee and a snack, which he paid for. He is the most unselfish, kindest, hard working person I have met in India. He started as my tour guide but finished as my friend. Even now, he will message me time to time to ask me how things are going and how he can help me. He cherishes good relationships over money and I couldn't recommend him enough. If you are in Kochi and need anything at all, Shina is here for you.
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Huinl2024
May 14, 2024
Perfect!!! - Very nicely guy! Thanks a lot 🤩 Shaheer like to speak with us, we can ask lots of questions, and he explains all! he even explained to me certain practices that are done and what I liked was his great sincerity. Shaheer is a trustworthy person
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Rebeccavee
May 12, 2024
Great tour of Fort Cochin - Great tour of fort Cochin today with our knowledgeable driver. We saw all the main sights really easily and learnt interesting facts. Would definitely recommend if in the area!
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M0niicaa
Apr 25, 2024
Amazing tour - Our tuktuk guy were very friendly, safe driver and really knowledgeable. He showed us all the highlights places and give us some tips during the tour. We had a really nice day with him so thank you so much ! Laura & Jack
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Stijn
Apr 13, 2024
Best tuktuk tour in Cochin - I had an awesome day with Shaheer. He brought me to some nice places in fort kochi. I had a great experience. Would recommend :))
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Ryanj1679
Apr 13, 2024
Tui tuk tour - Shmeer was good driver showed us everything . Then dropped us off where we wanted. Took us to many sights. Was very informative
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