Kochi Offbeat Shore Excursion-4 Hour Old Kochi Heritage Tour with Private Guide
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Is Kochi Offbeat Shore Excursion-4 Hour Old Kochi Heritage Tour with Private Guide worth booking?
Kochi Offbeat Shore Excursion-4 Hour Old Kochi Heritage Tour with Private Guide is a 4-hour experience in Kochi, India, from $5700 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (6)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $5700 per person
Kochi Offbeat Shore Excursion-4 Hour Old Kochi Heritage Tour with Private Guide is for guests visiting Kochi in a Cruise Ship. We offer pickup and drop from Kochi in a private cab. This tour will connect you to culture
What you get
About this experience
Kochi Offbeat Shore Excursion-4 Hour Old Kochi Heritage Tour with Private Guide is for guests visiting Kochi in a Cruise Ship. We offer pickup and drop from Kochi in a private cab. This tour will connect you to culture and heritage of Kochi in an intimate way. Immerse in the multi-faceted culture of Kochi with rich contributions from Hindu, Christian, Arab, Dutch and British communities on this 4hour small-group tour with an English or Italian-speaking guide. Connect with the community as you try your hand at casting Chinese fishing nets and the process of creating a Kolam in Hindu homes. Visit the Manjal Bhagvati and Tirumala Devaswom temples (Entry to Temple is only for Hindus). Visit a unique church with a great architecture where the holy relics of St. George are retained. Visit the local markets in Kochi in the Gujarati street and also visit Abode of Snakes, which is a statue worshiped in Hinduism. We will pick you up and drop you back to the cruise ship on the same day.
What's included
Included
- Cruise Ship Terminal pickup and drop-off in car
- Visit the Tirumala Devaswom Temple from Outside and the Statue of Abode of Snakes
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Apply Henna (Floral designs with organic paste) in hand for ladies in the group at a local house
- Meet the travelers at the Cruise Ship Terminal
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Visit Koonankurishu Church where the relics of St. George are stored
- Watch a demonstration of tools used for coconut dehusking, winnowing and other food related items in Kerala
- Fort Kochi Beach Walk through promenade
- Try your luck with fishing in Chinese Fishing Nets
- Travelling towards Fort Kochi by Air conditioned cab / Van. (private car or tuk tuk) from the start location of the tour - Chinese Fishing Nets - till the end location of the tour - Dutch Palace
- Witness a Kolam making demonstration by females in Brahmin Hindu Ancestral Home
Not included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Any extra activities not included in Inclusions
What you'll see and do
Chinese Fishing Nets
Chinese Fishing Nets, Fort Kochi , Kerala
45 minutes here · Admission included
Fort Kochi Beach
Fort Kochi Beach, Kochi, Kerala, India
Pass by without stopping
St. George Orthodox Koonan Kurish Old Syrian Church
Orthodox Koonan Kurish Church, kochi
30 minutes here
Mattancherry
Mattacherry Tourist Spots
60 minutes here
Princess Street
Walk through Princess Street in Fort Kochi
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Kochi
We will pick you up from the Cruise Ship Terminal if you are coming in a Cruise Ship. All the transportation and activity charges are included in the price
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Ends at
We will pick you up from the Cruise Ship Terminal if you are coming in a Cruise Ship. All the transportation and activity charges are included in the price
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Iris Holidays
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 and a maximum of 12 people per day for this tour
- Please let us know your arrival ship details and pickup time after you book the tour to ensure we get the permit to come near the ship
- Tour does not include crowded tourist attractions like St. Francis Church, Dutch Palace, etc. These can be included by special request (at an additional cost)
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for Kochi Offbeat Shore Excursion-4 Hour Old Kochi Heritage Tour with Private Guide. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Highly recommend
Highly recommend. Our tour guide Mr. Anil was very helpful and made our experience smooth and memorable. Will definitely be back
via Tripadvisor
Great tour and sightseeing of Kerala
We had a personalised tour of Kerala for 8 days and 9 nights. The tour was so well organised and Iris holidays have been so good with communication. We saw some wonderful sights (Fort Kochi, Munnar & the houseboat being a highlight) and stayed in some amazing hotels. The driver was a great driver and very friendly. Our only feedback is we wish he would have told us more about the areas. We would highly recommend this tours. thank you
Response from the operator: Dear Sophie, Thank you for your review and kind words! We are glad that you had a personalized tour of Kerala with us and enjoyed your stay in the beautiful hotels. We appreciate that you enjoyed the sights, Fort Kochi, Munnar & the houseboat being the highlight, and our driver was great and friendly. We are glad that you would recommend our tours. Thank you for your kind review. | We are looking forward to plan a holiday for you once again in Kerala and would be glad to welcome your friends and relatives as well. Warm Regards, Team Iris Holidays +91-999 500 4276
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Allepey Boating and Heritage Cochin
Great Experience with Irish travel has a good and especially trip coordinator Mrs Nirajana Das did a fantastic job and customizing the trip based on needs and their cab was neat and clean driver Mr Murgan drived the entire trip drive safely and effectively
Response from the operator: Dearganeshkumar m, Thank you for sharing such wonderful review and giving us a great feedback. We are glad that you had a wonderful holiday in Kerala and your comment on our hotel selection We are happy that we could provide nice memories and a fantastic experience for you and thanks again for mentioning Nirajana Das and Murugan. We are looking forward to plan a holiday for you once again in Kerala and would be glad to welcome your friends and relatives as well. Warm Regards, Team Iris Holidays +91-999 500 4276
via Tripadvisor
It's just amazing!!!!
We met our tour guide Lalan sir , so polite so humble he has lot of knowledge and not even for a single time we found tat there was any route mismatch. He is perfect in his job and is very caring and sweet in nature. The personalisation and rapport building which we formed during our entire stay was commendable. This is my first time in Kerala as a leisure trip and i njoyed the most. Thank you for the wonderful time and comfortable ride. Truly a gem of heart. And I thank Iris holidays for providing such a nice guide for our stay.
Response from the operator: Dear Adrinios, Thank you for submitting a wonderful review and letting us know that you had an amazing time in Kerala for 4 nights and thanks for the specific mention of hotels. Thank you for your special note on Vipin. We don't compromise on quality for price and ensure that we give the right choice of resorts to guests. Motivating reviews from guests like you is a reward to team to do better service for our guests. We are looking forward to plan a holiday for you once again Warm Regards, Team Iris Holidays
via Tripadvisor
Wonderfull experience with Iris Holidays.
Wonderfull experience with Iris Travels. The booking,Customer support were smooth and fast. Hotels were of premium category expect houseboat which let us down,we were provided deluxe boat in which ac timings were fixed (should have communicated earlier).we would have opted premium ones if known earlier.Also the water inside the Houseboat was muddy hence we did not take bath. Comming to the transportation part, it was amazing part since Senu(Driver) was very friendly,polite,helpful great driving skills. Would recommend to anyone anytime. Overrall wonderfull experience in this kerala trip (4N/5D) apart from some small things(houseboat related). Cheers ,Iris Travels.
Response from the operator: Dear NikhilK1361, Extremely happy to read a 5 Star review about the holiday you booked with us . We visit each and every hotel that we recommend to our guests which is one of the reason for the high level of customisation that we do for our guests based on their tastes. Senu will be happy to read your comments. We are looking forward to welcoming you to Kerala again and you can get in touch with us at +91-999 500 4276 or team@irisholidays.com any time in future
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 56
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Kochi Offbeat Shore Excursion-4 Hour Old Kochi Heritage Tour with Private Guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kochi.
How much does Kochi Offbeat Shore Excursion-4 Hour Old Kochi Heritage Tour with Private Guide cost?
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Prices start at $5700 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kochi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Kochi Offbeat Shore Excursion-4 Hour Old Kochi Heritage Tour with Private Guide take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kochi is not rushed.
Is Kochi Offbeat Shore Excursion-4 Hour Old Kochi Heritage Tour with Private Guide worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kochi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Kochi Offbeat Shore Excursion-4 Hour Old Kochi Heritage Tour with Private Guide?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Kochi Offbeat Shore Excursion-4 Hour Old Kochi Heritage Tour with Private Guide suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Kochi Offbeat Shore Excursion-4 Hour Old Kochi Heritage Tour with Private Guide?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kochi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kochi and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Kochi Offbeat Shore Excursion-4 Hour Old Kochi Heritage Tour with Private Guide start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kochi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kochi?
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On Outty we rank every Kochi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Local Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour, Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour, Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour with Pickup From Cruise Ships. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kochi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kochi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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