Cochin in 3 Square Miles - Fort Kochi & Mattancherry

Pedal Through History: A Cycling Tour of Old Kochi

Imagine cycling through the heart of Kochi, uncovering centuries of history, hidden legends, and lesser-known secrets. Ride past the iconic Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch, and British edifices of Fort Kochi, then detour into Mattancherry—the former capital of the Cochin Kingdom—where 35 diverse communities speaking nearly 15 languages coexist, creating a vibrant microcosm of the world.

Wander through hidden alleyways linking the Fort to Mattancherry, explore age-old mysteries, and witness the rhythm of daily life. Finally, immerse yourself in the old bazaar, where the air is rich with the lingering aroma of spices.

Burn some calories while soaking in fascinating tales of Kochi’s past, from its history and myths to its multicultural influences and pop culture. Join us and pedal through history!

The ride can be ended with a sumptuous curated meal at a local eatery. See Lila Fort Kochi Food Connection. (charged extra)

Request an electric bicycle while making your booking to make your ride more comfortable.

Quick facts

📍 Fort Kochi & Mattancherry
🕰️ ~3 Hours

🗓️ Tour Times: 6:00 AM (Daily)

🛣️ Distance: ~8-10 Kms
🧭 Focus: History, Culture, Myths, Legends, Pop-Culture, Architecture, Cuisine, People, Places

💸 Starts from ₹2500 per person (small group)

🎟️ Private or curated experiences available on request (price varies)

📩 This experience must be booked in advance. For inquiries, Contact Us via email or reach us on WhatsApp below.

Join a Small Group Tour - ₹2500

The Experience

✪ Highlights

Ride through the historical heart of Kochi.
The tour takes you through the streets of Fort Kochi, Mattancherry and Jewtown.
Hear the stories and legends of Fort Kochi & Mattancherry.
Explore the cultural influences of the cosmopolitan town and its communities.

✪ What's included

Tour led by a knowledgeable local storyteller.
Refreshments
Meet locals.
Choose from our regular or electric bikes while booking. (charges extra)

✪ What's excluded

Hotel pickups and drops.
Sightseeing points that fall outside of the curated route.
We do not provide umbrellas, raincoats, hats/caps, face-masks, sanitizers or bug sprays.
We do not enter any heritage monuments except what is mentioned in the inclusions.

✪ Traveller Tips

Please carry your own water bottle.
We recommend wearing comfortable clothes, footwear and using sunscreen.
Since this an early morning tour, please consider carrying a bug spray or mosquito repellent with you.
Kindly avoid littering during the tour.
Please also carry your own umbrella/raincoat or cap/hat/sunglasses (as the weather dictates).
Request an electric bicycle while making your booking to make your ride more comfortable.

✪ Mandates

Remember its not a race. Show consideration to other road users and to other cyclists who may be less experienced than you.
Obey traffic rules and warning signs.
Keep a safe distance between you and other cyclists.
Signal using hand signs and do not stop suddenly at any point.
The tour route is in public areas over which we have no control. We are not responsible and shall not be held liable for the behaviour of the public, other tour patrons, or any accidents during the tour.
Photography is permitted. Videography is not permitted. If you are a researcher, guide, a travel writer, or a blogger, kindly request consent from the Organizer before the tour.
You will be served refreshments / meals (if applicable) in places that follow hygiene and sanitary guidelines approved by The Kochi Heritage Project.

✪ Cancellation & Refund Policy

The Kochi Heritage Project works on a 100% advance payment before the walk. Tour bookings shall be confirmed only once The Kochi Heritage Project receives full payment.
Tour can be cancelled up to 7 days before their start for a full refund. Tour cancellation made between 7 to 3 days of the tour incur a 50% cancellation fee and within 3 days of the tour date incur a 100% cancellation fee, though they can be rescheduled for no additional fees.
No refunds will be issued in case an attendee/attendees fail to turn up for the tour.
All of our tours are rain or shine, and will only be cancelled due to extreme weather conditions. If a guest chooses to cancel a tour due to weather, the above policy stands.
Cancellation of a tour due to circumstances beyond the control of The Kochi Heritage Project including but not limited to an act of God, riots, war, strikes, civil unrest, terrorism, governmental regulations, floods, earthquakes, fire, extreme weather and other natural disasters, shall be made at The Kochi Heritage Project's sole discretion without notice. Actual costs incurred on special arrangements made for the tour (if any), including cancellation charges on vehicles booked shall be deducted.
The Kochi Heritage Project shall at its discretion be entitled to cancel any tour on a full refund of the fees to the guest for any reason that the company may deem fit with or without prior notice to the guest.
Payment of refund shall be made within 15 days of walk cancellation. (subject to the above cancellation policy)

Cochin in 3 Square Miles - Fort Kochi & Mattancherry

Pedal Through History: A Cycling Tour of Old Kochi

Quick facts

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The Experience

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