KOCHI
Kochi’s best days out.
The 12 most popular evening experiences in Kochi. The pick of what travellers actually book, with prices, run times and who runs each one.
3-hour Kochi evening show with Kathakali makeup, Kalaripayattu combat, and Theyyam ritual dance, plus hotel transfers.
Most Popular“Very highly recommended. Visually and audibly very powerful.”
A private 2-day Alappuzha houseboat cruise from Kochi with an overnight stay, AC cabin, Kerala meals, and backwaters views.
“Driver was on time and the guide Sam provided us with a lot of information and showed us places we would not found by ourselves. Overall great experience!”
Sunset canoe cruise in Kumarakom with village life, bird-spotting, tea snacks, and an authentic Kerala dinner on the water.
“The trip was amazing. Our two guides knew so much about the area and the wildlife. The scenery was incredibly beautiful. Would recommend 100%.”
Private 2-night Agra tour from cruise ports: return flights, 4-5 star hotel, sunrise and sunset Taj Mahal, plus Agra Fort.
“Makesh was our tour guide for this and is someone who not only cared for us during the trip, but he went above and beyond. Our driver was attentive and maneuvered through the busy streets with ease. We weren’t sure what to expect for our first trip to India and these two gentlemen took away…”
See Kathakali in Kochi with hotel transfers and an up-close makeup demo. Watch the dance-drama to live music in English.
“Brilliant show, really enjoyed our evening watching the Kathakali. It was well worth it. The performance was energetic and enchanting. It was fantastic to see such a huge cultural icon of south India in person.”
Kayak Kerala backwaters at sunrise or sunset with a floating tea break. Small groups, English guide, and calm paddling for $14.
“I arrived at the event first – I was afraid I'd miss the sunrise. I didn't really understand what a kayak was. If I'd seen it in a photo, I probably would have brought extra clothes. Besides, the water was damp, and drops from the paddle were falling on my clothes. The water in the…”
Kochi’s Kathakali show with dinner and hotel transfers: small group, English audio guide, and time to watch makeup before the dance.
“Abbastanza noiosa, non la rifarei. Lo spettacolo dura troppo tempo e il prezzo dell’escursione è troppo alto rispetto ai servizi inclusi. Cena mediocre. Non la consiglio onestamente!”
Quiet Cochin backwaters tour with no-motor canoe time, banana-leaf vegetarian lunch, village crafts, and chai with snacks from Fort Kochi.
“Loved every minute of it, the rides, the lunch and the way everything was taken care of and explained to us.”
Private 2-day Alappuzha houseboat cruise from Cochin, with Kerala meals onboard, backwater views, and a quiet night at sea.
“Excellent service with a lovely captain George. We had amazing food and a relaxing cruise on the private houseboat. We had AC at night which was very needed and slept very well, with private toilet and shower on board. Option to do an extra boat tour around the smalls canals which I recommend doing! We…”
Sunset eco backwaters from Fort Kochi: canoe ride, coir rope making, spice farm, traditional houseboat, Kerala dinner, and easy pickup.
“We really enjoyed the trip with Meera & Shaji.”
Paddle Alleppey’s backwaters at sunset from Punnamada—guided, small-group, with a tea-snack stop and a calm, quiet finale.
“If you want to experience the true beauty of the backwaters, do this trip. Put guide Tom was patient, polite and very professional. We hit some waves, gentle ones, but he handled the kayak beautifully. Highly recommend it..”
Kayak Kochi’s Kadamakkudy at sunrise or sunset with an expert-led paddle, a floating tea break, and local fishing-net views.
“Had an awesome day in Kochi! Everything was so well organized and the team made the whole experience smooth, comfortable, and truly enjoyable. From start to finish, it was hassle-free and memorable. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Kochi!”
From the Fort Kochi lanes to the backwaters and the tea hills, every way in.
