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Kochi in 1–3 Days – travel guide (e-book)
- Day-by-day plans for 1, 2 and 3 days
- Fort Kochi, Mattancherry, the fishing nets and Kathakali
- Kerala food, spice markets and a day on the backwaters
About the product
A compact, practical guide to Kochi, the gateway to Kerala: clear plans for one, two or three days in Fort Kochi and Mattancherry, the Chinese fishing nets, the synagogue and the spice market, a Kathakali performance, the best Kerala food, and a day trip to the backwaters or Athirappilly Falls, plus transport, etiquette and what it costs. With photos.
What you get
- Day-by-day plans for 1, 2 and 3 days
- Fort Kochi, Mattancherry, the fishing nets and Kathakali
- Kerala food, spice markets and a day on the backwaters
- Visa, transport, budget and events
- Approx. 21 pages with 7 photos
- EPUB for e-readers and PDF for phone, tablet or print
Read an excerpt
Kochi at a glance
Kochi (also known as Cochin) has been a trading port for spices for more than 600 years, visited by Arab, Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch and British traders. The result is a unique mix: Chinese fishing nets on the waterfront, the oldest European church in India, a 16th-century synagogue, Dutch colonial houses, and spice warehouses that still smell of pepper and ginger.
The city is spread over islands and the mainland. Most visitors stay in Fort Kochi and Mattancherry, the historic districts on the peninsula, which are walkable and full of cafés and art galleries. Ernakulam, across the water, is the modern city centre with the main railway station, malls and the metro.
Arriving
Cochin International Airport is about 30 kilometres north of Ernakulam and 40 kilometres from Fort Kochi, a one to one and a half hour drive. Prepaid taxis and ride-hailing apps are available. Trains arrive at Ernakulam Junction (also called Ernakulam South).
Getting around
In Fort Kochi, walk or rent a bicycle. Auto-rickshaws are everywhere; agree on the price first. Public ferries and the modern Water Metro connect Fort Kochi with Ernakulam and the islands; the boat ride is cheap and scenic. The Kochi Metro serves Ernakulam and the airport road.
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Contents (9 chapters)
- Before you go
- Kochi at a glance
- Day 1: Fort Kochi
- Day 2: Mattancherry and the spice markets
- Day 3: The backwaters or Athirappilly Falls
- If you only have one day
- Food and drink
- Culture, events and useful words
- Where to stay and what it costs
Questions and answers
Are the photos free to use?
All photos are from Wikimedia Commons and are public domain, CC0 or CC BY. Photographers are credited at the back of the book.
How current is the guide?
Prices, rules and event dates were checked for 2026 and are updated in new editions. Prices are rough estimates, and entry rules and opening hours can change, so check official sources before you travel.
Was it made with AI?
Yes. The text was written with the help of AI and checked before publication.
Format and terms
Format: E-book as EPUB (Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play Books, Kindle via “Send to Kindle”) and PDF.. Made with the help of AI and tested by our quality control. Not tax, accounting or legal advice. Terms and right of withdrawal
