Step off your cruise and straight into the heart of Kochi with our eco-friendly tuk-tuk tour, designed exclusively for cruise ship travelers. Experience the city’s rich history, vibrant culture, and hidden gems with seamless pickup and drop-off at the port.
Explore iconic landmarks like the Chinese fishing nets, St. Francis Church, and the Dutch Palace. Wander through the spice-filled lanes of Jew Town and uncover secret spots only locals know. Our tuk-tuks navigate narrow streets larger vehicles can’t, offering you a truly immersive experience.
Savor Kerala’s authentic flavors at charming local eateries, and marvel at Kochi’s vibrant art scene, from street murals to unique galleries. Guiding friendly, knowledgeable guides enrich each tour with fascinating stories and insider tips.
Whether you have a few hours or the whole day, our personalized tuk-tuk tour ensures you make the most of your stop in Kochi. Hop aboard and let us show you the city’s soul—cruise-ready and hassle-free!
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 20m or more across. Each structure is at least 10m 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 which 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 city name Kochi is ‘co-chin', meaning like China
Fort Kochi beach is a beach along the Arabian Sea situated in Fort Kochi in the city of Kochi in South India, Kerala state.
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.
You will make your own way to the meeting points
You can show your booking details to your tuk-tuk driver who will be waiting for you at the exit gate of the Cochin International Cruise Terminal/Port with your name placard to receive you on time.