KOCHI
Ranked by traveller popularity
The 9 most popular local guide experiences in Kochi and across coastal Kerala. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
6.5-hour small-group Kochi highlights by public transit: Kochi Castle, Hirome Ichiba, Makino Botanical Garden, Chikurin-ji Temple.
“We had a great tour with Michi in Kochi. We visited several sites and she was very informative about what we were visiting. At most sites she had print outs with maps and pictures to help explain what we were seeing. She walked at our Read more”
Private Fort Kochi tuk-tuk tour with a local guide: Chinese fishing nets, churches, synagogues, temples, markets, and photo stops in 3–4 hours.
“Jalish took me around Kumbalangi and Mattancherry and was extremely kind! He took me around, explained things and also gave great suggestions for Fort Kochi and around. When you're in Fort Kochi, give Jalish a chance to take you around and you won't regret it!”
Private Kochi food tour by tuk-tuk with Biju. Tailored veg and non-veg tastings in Mattancherry and Fort Kochi, plus snacks and chai.
“Biju took us to local restaurants and we tried several amazing dishes. He was knowledgeable, energetic and very friendly. We had a great time and I highly recommend his food tour!”
Private 4-5 hour Fort Kochi tour with a local guide: nets, Dutch tombs, churches, Mattancherry Palace, Jew Town, spices, and pickup.
“This was such an amazing tour. We were picked up by a driver who ensure we arrived at each location on time and safely. Our personal guide showed us all the wonderful sites around Kochi. He told us about the history, the plants, the birds and the the marine life. He was very well versed…”
Private Kochi tour with port pickup, a licensed guide, and a customizable route. Choose your 3–4 stops for a focused 6-hour day.
“Kochi was such a delight to visit. Miya took such good care of us. We visited a temple in the mountains as well as getting to participate in a Tea Ceremony which was the highlight of the trip. The food market was impressive as well as the lunch we had. Thank you, Miya, for making…”
A 3-hour heritage walk in Fort Kochi, Mattancherry, and Jew Town with a local storyteller, spice-trade stops, and daily-life sights.
“We had a brilliant morning with our tour guide Biju. It was great to hear about the lives of local people living in Kochi today and throughout history and about the turbulent history of the colonies. We were lucky enough to see a very quiet side of the town (due to a strike) and despite…”
Fort Kochi cultural tour with a private English guide, hotel pickup, Dutch Palace, Paradesi Synagogue, spice market, nets and churches for $49.
“Today's private tour of Kochi was excellent! Ashkar and Abhi were both a joy and helped me learn about Kochi's fascinating history. Ashkar (tour guide) and Abhi (driver) were both friendly, engaging and professional. I'm especially graRead more”
Private guided Kochi tour by local Shareef with free hotel pickup, Mattancherry sights, spice market, synagogues, churches, and beaches.
“Amazing service-shareef is wonderful, highly recommend!! His tuk tuk is also very comfy and wonderfully decorated.”
Private Kochi tuk tuk tour with a local driver: Chinese fishing nets, Dutch sights, synagogues and shopping, 4-6 hours from $14.69.
“Yah really great holiday I enjoyed 14 days full tour in kerala Thank you so much Iris holidays the great service 😍and Tour with Car) - Iris Holidays”
