Cochin Heritage & Backwater Getaway

Cochin Heritage & Backwater Getaway

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Day 1 – Discover the Heritage & Culture of Fort Kochi

Morning:

Start your day at Fort Kochi – Begin with a hearty breakfast at a local café like Kashi Art Café or Farmers Café.
Visit the Chinese Fishing Nets, one of Kochi’s most photographed landmarks, best viewed in the soft morning light.
Explore St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India, where Vasco da Gama was once buried.
Walk to the Santa Cruz Basilica, a stunning example of Indo-European architecture.

Afternoon:

Enjoy lunch at Seagull Restaurant or Old Harbour Hotel with a view of the sea.
Visit Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace) to see Kerala murals and royal artifacts.
Stop by the Paradesi Synagogue in Jew Town — the oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth, surrounded by antique shops and spice markets.

Evening:

Stroll along Fort Kochi Beach and enjoy the sunset view by the fishing nets.
Dine at The Rice Boat (Taj Malabar) or Ginger House Restaurant for authentic Kerala seafood.
Optional: Attend a Kathakali dance performance at Kerala Kathakali Centre (shows usually start around 6 PM).

Day 2 – Backwaters, Art & Modern Kochi

Morning:

After breakfast, drive to Marine Drive (about 30 minutes from Fort Kochi).
Take a backwater cruise from Marine Drive or nearby boat jetties for a serene view of Kochi’s waterways, islands, and mangroves.
Visit Bolgatty Palace, located on Bolgatty Island, surrounded by lush greenery.

Afternoon:

Have lunch at Grand Pavilion (Hotel Grand) or Fusion Bay, known for traditional Kerala dishes.
Explore the Hill Palace Museum in Tripunithura — the largest archaeological museum in Kerala, showcasing royal collections.
Visit Kerala Folklore Museum to see more than 4,000 artifacts from Kerala’s rich cultural heritage.

Evening:

Head to Lulu Mall, India’s largest shopping mall, for shopping or a quick coffee break.
Alternatively, relax at a backwater resort or café in Fort Kochi before your departure.
End your trip with a traditional Kerala dinner featuring appam, stew, and fish curry.