The 4 Best Private Shore Excursions in India

1.Kochi Tuk-Tuk Private Tours with Pickup from Cruise Ships

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 181 reviews · from $11Our pick

Review of Kochi’s private tuk-tuk shore tour, covering Fort Kochi sights, cruise pickup, value, itinerary, guides, fees, and practical tips.

“We paid for things that were not included such as water and entry to the Dutch Palace. It seemed to be a blatant money grab, just taking us to stores where he got kickbacks for taking us there. Only a couple of highlights, we would steer well clear next time.”

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2.Exclusive Kochi Tuk Tuk Tour Including Pickup from Cruise Ships

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 113 reviews · from $15

Explore Kochi by private tuk-tuk with cruise pickup, visiting Fort Kochi, Mattancherry, markets, churches, temples, and more.

“A great Tuk Tuk tour with Siddique, he couldn’t do enough for us. Visited the hotspots as advertised, would highly recommend this tour.”

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3.Private Guided Kochi Tuk tuk Tours with Pickup from Cruise Ships

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 97 reviews · from $30

Explore Kochi by private tuk-tuk, from Chinese fishing nets to spice markets, with port pickup, local guides, and flexible sightseeing.

“I am really impressed with the efficiency of the whole process. I was kept informed of the tour at every stage. The ability to contact the tour operator directly was a bonus. The tour was an authentic experience and all the visitors in the group thoroughly enjoyed it.”

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4.4 Hour Private Tuk Tuk Tour in Kochi From Cruise terminal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $12

See Kochi’s fishing nets, churches, synagogue, spice market, and palace by private tuk tuk, with port pickup and return for $12.

“Our cruise ship had a stop in Cochin and we decided to select this tour. It was much better than we thought!! Our driver was excellent. He took us to see the main sights and explained really well what it was about. It even included a surprise stop that we loved. We got to experience the culture, the beautiful sights and meet some cool people! Highly recommended!!!”

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