Kochi (Cochin) Holidays

Explore Cochin's gorgeous backwaters and beaches

Nestled around a saltwater lagoon on India’s southwest coast, Cochin contrasts a cosmopolitan mainland with a natural harbour surrounded by some of Kerala’s backwaters. Made up of a series of islands and canals and dubbed the ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’, this vibrant city is famous for its spices.

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Kochi (Cochin) Hotels

Our recommendations for the best places to stay in Kochi (Cochin)

Brunton Boatyard – A CGH Heritage Hotel

A restored 19th-Century shipyard, close to the famous Chinese Fishing Nets in Fort Kochi

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Fort Cochin & Mattancherry walking tour

Head out into Fort Cochin and Mattancherry with a local guide to discover more about the fascinating heritage of these historic regions. Learn about the importance of Fort Cochin as the entrance to the port and how the Arabic, Chinese, Dutch and Portuguese settlers shaped its architecture and culture. Mattancherry is the heart of historic Cochin and is home to many of the city’s main sights such as the Mattancherry Palace, Jewish Synagogue and Jain Temple.

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Sunset cruise, Cochin

Enjoy views of the skyline of the ‘Queen of the Arabian Sea’ from a different perspective on a two-hour sunset cruise. As the sun dips below the horizon, catch the ever-changing colours of the sea and buildings that line the shores of Lake Cochin. Keen photographers will have the opportunity to catch an iconic shot of the famous Chinese fishing nets silhouetted against the vibrantly coloured skies (weather dependent).

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