Best things to do: With its port and Portuguese influences Cochin has a varied and interesting path to discover. You can visit some of the churches such as St. Francis CSI Church, which was the first to be built in India. The Santa Cruz Cathedral is another religious place with Portuguese roots. The Hill Palace Museum is a complex with parks, and Mattancherry Palace is another interesting place, built-in 1555. Add in the beaches at Cherai and Fort Kochi, where the large fishing nets are found, and you have plenty to add to your boat tour.
Best time to visit: For the very best of the weather head to Cochin between October and February. This is the time of year when the weather is very pleasant, with temperatures ranging between 17 and 33 degrees. Honeymooners, beach bums and adventure seekers, this is the time for you.
• You may know Cochin as Kochi, that’s because Cochin is the colonial name given to this port city.
• From the 14th century onwards, Kochi has been an important spice trading centre. Connecting the mainland of India to the rest of the world. It’s an area fondly known as ‘The Queen of the Arabian Sea.
• As you wander around Cochin, you’ll notice several influences. The Arabs, British, Chinese, Dutch and Portuguese have all impacted and helped to develop the city. The British called it ‘mini-England’, and the Dutch ‘homely Holland. The Portuguese gave the port the name ‘little Lisbon’.
You will find there are several Cochin lunch and dinner cruise options available. Check the individual tour details for the menu and the options available.
We realise you want to capture those destination hotspots on your tour. Many operators do offer free Wi-Fi on board, but you will need to check with the individual operator.
Yes, but be aware that there is a high season (December to April) and Low Season (July to October). Check the tour details for timings
Cochin is a region full of attractions and experiences to enjoy and immerse in. Check out our Cochin Tours by visiting isango.com
Each tour is different, but in general, they will have a duration between 1 to 2 hours. Make sure to check the specific tour for timings.
Boat tours will run at different times of the day, especially if you are booked on a lunch or dinner cruise. Make sure to check the tour details for a full listing of times.
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