Transfers

Have a chance to appreciate the extraordinary classical dance form of Kerala. The act begins with the Kelikutto. It is the call for the audience to shift their attention as the act is about to get started. Kelikutto will be followed by Todayam. In this part, two allotted characters evoke the blessing of the divine. This will be consecutively followed by an entertaining dance piece called Purapaddu. Once the dance piece ends, the musicians will take the stage and transport the audience on a breathtaking musical journey. This particular section of the act is called Melappada. Pakka or the Minukku will not have the opportunity to do a debut on the stage. All the other characters will perform a debut in the Tiranokku section. This marks the beginning of the performance or the scene to be narrated. After the cultural icons of the Kerala majestic dance show, you will be taken back to the hotel restaurant where you will enjoy dinner. After dinner, drop back to hotel.

After being collected from your hotel lobby at around 5:30PM, you will be taken to the Cochin Cultural Center to watch the enchanting dance form of Kerala, Kathakali. The duration of this dance ballet will be approximately 1 hour (6:30PM-7:30PM). The performing artists will be decked out in heavy costumes of myriad colors and resplendent makeup, capped by a huge crown. The artist display an amazing array of expressions on their faces to narrate the tale along with nifty footwork. The dance drama is mostly inspired by ancient Hindu epics such as the Ramayana, the Mahabharat and the Purana, punctuated by rhythmic music in the background. The colors on the faces of the artists help in understanding the nature of the character. For example, Red (Tati) symbolizes an evil character such as Ravana or Dushasana, whereas green (pacca) is reserved for the protagonists or fighters, with red color dots and lines on their cheeks portraying the evil present inside them. The color black is basically for hunters or dwellers, and yellow is for monks. Shiny yellow, orange and saffron stand for the purity of woman’s spirit. At the end of the dance, the musicians give a thrilling musical experience in the concluding segment. After the Kathakali, you are bound to come out from the theater having been thoroughly entertained, and with your heart in your mouth. Following the riveting dance performance, you will be taken to a hotel or a restaurant for an enjoyable dinner to complete a memorable evening.

Experience Cochin on this full day tour with a professional guide. Meet at the Cochin Port cruise terminal and take the ferry to the vibrant Mattancherry. Take an iconic local Tuc-Tuc to visit the Pardesi Synagogue, the Dutch Palace, the spice market, Fort Kochi, and various other must-see attractions. This fun and eclectic tour will show you the diversity that India and Cochin has to offer, exploring various cultures and traditions and experiencing new and exotic cuisines. Your local guide will be able to teach you some of the fun facts and hidden gems of the area.

Book a one-way private transfer either from Cochin Airport to your hotel, or vice-versa. Available for both domestic and international flights, this transfer service can be booked in advance and operates on all days. Avoid the stress and hassle of booking local taxis or paying for toll and parking. Transfer service is provided between Cochin Airport to your hotel in Fort Kochi, Kochi city, Mattancherry, Willingdon Island and Ernakulam. Groups of up to three passengers will be given a Sedan, and up to five passengers will be provided with an Innova or equivalent vehicle. Larger groups may be provided with a minibus as per requirement. Each traveller can carry one large suitcase and a handbag.

Sit back, and relax with convenient transfers from Cochin International Airport to your hotel of choice. Avoid the hassles, and confusion of arriving in a foreign city, often an intimidating situation, with friendly, meet-and-greet service. During the comfortable transfer in an air-conditioned car, your driver will help you get acquainted with a brief, informative introduction to Cochin city. Take advantage of the city tour option, especially interesting for first time visitors to Cochin, and the tropical state of Kerala. After getting settled in your hotel, join your driver for an afternoon roundabout excursion to the sights, and scenery of Cochin. This separate city tour is a useful, and insightful way to get orientated in Cochin while discovering places you may want to look further into.