15 days in Kochi (Cochin), Mumbai & Pune Itinerary

A flourishing port city and magnet for the spice trade since the 15th century, Kochi (Cochin) proudly bears its distinct international influence and local Keralan culture.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Kashi Art Gallery and Edappally Church Complex. There's lots more to do: don't miss a visit to Chinese Fishing Nets, take in the spiritual surroundings of Shiva Temple, take a stroll through Jew Town, and explore the world behind art at Kerala Folklore Museum.

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Chennai to Kochi (Cochin) is an approximately 2.5-hour flight. You can also fly; or take a train; or drive. When traveling from Chennai in September, plan for a bit cooler days in Kochi (Cochin), with highs around 36°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Mumbai.

Only one word accurately describes India's commercial capital Mumbai: big.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Shree Siddhivinayak and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus. There's much more to do: appreciate the history behind Gateway of India, take in the spiritual surroundings of Shree Swami Narayan Temple, make a trip to Dhobi Ghat, and find something for the whole family at Snow Kingdom.

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Traveling by flight from Kochi (Cochin) to Mumbai takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In September, daytime highs in Mumbai are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Pune.

Pune has long enjoyed a reputation as a center of culture and commerce, with many dynastic rulers making the town central to their regional plans in the centuries before the British Raj.

Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple and Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Go for a jaunt from Pune to Lonavala to see Della Adventure Park about 1h 40 min away. The adventure continues: explore the historical opulence of Sinhagad Fort, take in the spiritual surroundings of Gurudwara Guru Nanak Darbar, don't miss a visit to Trishundha Ganpati Temple, and admire the landmark architecture of Mahadaji Shinde Chatri.

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You can drive from Mumbai to Pune in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) so you can catch the flight back home.