Luxury Kochi Heritage, Backwaters and Shopping Experience

Explore the historic heart of Fort Kochi, visiting colonial landmarks, royal palaces, and vibrant spice lanes before enjoying sunset views along the beach.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Kashi Art Cafe

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy freshly brewed South Indian coffee and artisan breakfast items in a garden gallery courtyard.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Fort Kochi

   09:15 – 10:45

   Walk through historic streets admiring Portuguese, Dutch, and British colonial architecture.

   • entryFree
3. 11:00|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Fort Kochi

   11:00 – 12:30

   Discover local art galleries, street murals, and famous landmarks across the quarter.

   • entryFree
4. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Old Harbour Hotel Restaurant

   12:45 – 14:00

   Dine on fresh seafood and local Kerala cuisine in a restored 300-year-old Dutch heritage building.

5. 14:15|15:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Mattancherry Palace

   14:15 – 15:45

   Examine intricate Hindu temple murals and royal artifacts in the Dutch Palace.

   • entryFree
6. 16:00|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Jew Town Walk

   16:00 – 17:30

   Stroll down narrow cobblestone lanes lined with antique stores and spice warehouses.

   • entryFree
7. 17:45|19:00
   

   Outdoor

   Sunset at Fort Kochi Beach

   17:45 – 19:00

   Watch the sun dip below the horizon beside iconic Chinese fishing nets.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at The Rice Boat

   19:30 – 21:00

   Sample fine seafood prepared in traditional Kerala style on a luxury docked boat restaurant.

Immerse yourself in regional folklore, visit royal palaces, shop at modern retail centers, and end the afternoon on the backwaters.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Armoury Cafe

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy breakfast overlooking the harbor with a selection of continental and South Indian dishes.

2. 09:30|11:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Kerala Folklore Museum

   09:30 – 11:30

   Browse architectural treasures, traditional costumes, and ancient artifacts spanning Kerala history.

   • entryFree
3. 11:45|13:00
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at LuLu Mall

   11:45 – 13:00

   Explore high-end retail outlets and international fashion boutiques at one of Asia's largest malls.

4. 13:15|14:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Paragon Restaurant

   13:15 – 14:30

   Taste famous Malabar biryani and regional curry specialties in a vibrant atmosphere.

5. 14:45|16:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Hill Palace Museum

   14:45 – 16:45

   Tour the former royal residence of the Maharaja of Cochin and view royal crown jewels.

   • entryFree
6. 17:15|18:45
   

   Outdoor

   Kerala Backwaters Cruise

   17:15 – 18:45

   Glide through tranquil palm-fringed canals on a private houseboat or motor launch.

7. 19:00|19:30
   

   Shopping

   Jew Town Shopping

   19:00 – 19:30

   Pick up rare antiques, vintage brassware, and aromatic spices from local shops.

8. 20:00|21:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Malabar Junction

   20:00 – 21:30

   Savor fusion South Indian gourmet cuisine set within a tranquil open-air courtyard.

Spend the day diving deeper into Jew Town's boutique shops, historical sites, and evening coastal views.

1. 08:30|09:30
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Ginger House Restaurant

   08:30 – 09:30

   Dine on continental and Keralan specialties surrounded by museum-quality antiques along the waterfront.

2. 09:45|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Jew Town Walk

   09:45 – 11:00

   Walk through the historic spice quarter and admire old Dutch-style houses.

   • entryFree
3. 11:15|12:45
   

   Shopping

   Jew Town Shopping

   11:15 – 12:45

   Shop for handloom textiles, Kashmiri shawls, and handcrafted jewelry.

4. 13:00|14:15
   

   Food

   Lunch at Fort House Restaurant

   13:00 – 14:15

   Enjoy traditional Kerala fish curry meals under a shaded waterfront pergola.

5. 14:30|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Mattancherry Palace

   14:30 – 16:00

   Revisit the palace galleries to study detailed mythic murals and royal ceremonial robes.

   • entryFree
6. 16:15|17:45
   

   Outdoor

   Kerala Backwaters Cruise

   16:15 – 17:45

   Take a late afternoon water journey observing local fishing villages and water birds.

7. 18:00|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Sunset at Fort Kochi Beach

   18:00 – 19:15

   Relax on the beach walkway while watching ships navigate the port channel.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Oceanos Restaurant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Indulge in fresh tiger prawns and coconut-infused local seafood curry.

Focus on the mainland's top cultural institutions alongside luxury shopping and fine dining.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at East Indian Cafe

   08:00 – 09:00

   Start the day with European style pastries and artisanal teas in a colonial setting.

2. 09:30|11:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Hill Palace Museum

   09:30 – 11:30

   Explore the extensive palace gardens, oil paintings, and ancient stone sculptures.

   • entryFree
3. 12:00|13:30
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at LuLu Mall

   12:00 – 13:30

   Browse designer labels, branded leather goods, and local luxury cosmetics.

4. 13:45|15:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Cassava

   13:45 – 15:00

   Experience authentic Moplah and Syrian Christian dishes prepared by specialty chefs.

5. 15:15|16:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Kerala Folklore Museum

   15:15 – 16:45

   Admire classical dance masks and wooden temple carvings inside traditional timber structures.

   • entryFree
6. 17:00|18:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Fort Kochi

   17:00 – 18:15

   Wander through quiet lanes and art studios in the historic quarter.

   • entryFree
7. 18:30|19:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Fort Kochi

   18:30 – 19:30

   Enjoy the evening twilight around St. Francis Church and Vasco House.

   • entryFree
8. 20:00|21:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Brunton Boatyard Restaurant

   20:00 – 21:30

   Savor Victorian-era Anglo-Indian dishes inspired by Cochin's trading heritage.

Conclude your Kochi luxury stay with local boutique shopping, scenic backwater cruising, and fine coastal dining.

1. 08:00|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at French Toast Cafe

   08:00 – 09:15

   Savor gourmet breakfasts, baked goods, and specialty coffees in a quiet neighborhood setting.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Fort Kochi

   09:30 – 11:00

   Take a final morning walk past the seaside promenade and centuries-old bungalows.

   • entryFree
3. 11:15|12:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Fort Kochi

   11:15 – 12:45

   Visit local artisanal craft shops and independent heritage galleries.

   • entryFree
4. 13:00|14:15
   

   Food

   Lunch at Seagull Restaurant

   13:00 – 14:15

   Dine directly over the water watching harbour ferries and container ships pass by.

5. 14:30|16:00
   

   Shopping

   Jew Town Shopping

   14:30 – 16:00

   Purchase final souvenirs, Kerala tea, cardamoms, and handcrafted wooden artifacts.

6. 16:15|17:45
   

   Outdoor

   Kerala Backwaters Cruise

   16:15 – 17:45

   Enjoy a farewell cruise through calm inner lagoons and coconut groves.

7. 18:00|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Sunset at Fort Kochi Beach

   18:00 – 19:15

   Take in the final sunset view over the Arabian Sea.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at History Fine Dining Restaurant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Celebrate the trip with a multi-course dinner highlighting culinary traditions of Kochi's settler communities.