Arrive in Kochi; have a light breakfast and freshen up at your accommodation or a nearby café like The Indian Coffee House (Marine Drive) if you’re staying near Ernakulam. Use this time to check emails, confirm your Infopark meeting times and route to Kakkanad.
Depart for Infopark Kakkanad to allow for traffic and parking; taxi or app ride (approx. 30-45 minutes from Ernakulam/Marine Drive depending on location). This ensures you arrive relaxed and on time for company visits.
Arrive at Infopark Kochi (Kakkanad) and check in at the security/reception of the building where your meetings are scheduled. Use the lobby to gather materials and meet your host.
Begin company visits / interactions — start with a scheduled introduction session at the first company (e.g., Wipro/IBS or another tenant) to cover company overview and tour. Focus on networking, product demos and Q&A.
Second meeting or walkthrough at another Infopark office—attend presentations, meet technical teams and discuss collaboration points. Take brief notes and exchange contact details for follow-up.
Wrap up meetings; use remaining time to follow up on action items, collect business cards and visit Infopark’s cafeteria for a quick chai/coffee and restroom break before leaving the campus.
Leave Infopark and head toward central Kochi/Ernakulam for lunch. Plan for a 30-45 minute drive back depending on traffic.
Lunch at Kashi Art Café (Fort Kochi) or The Rice Boat (Taj Malabar, Marine Drive) — choose Kashi for a relaxed, creative café experience with fusion Kerala dishes or The Rice Boat for a more upscale seafood meal and coastal views. Enjoy local specialties like meen (fish) curry, appam, or a Malabar biryani.
Head to Fort Kochi to begin sightseeing: stroll along Fort Kochi Beach and see the iconic Chinese fishing nets. This is a great spot for photos and a quick look at local fishermen in action.
Walk to St. Francis Church (the oldest European church in India) and spend a few minutes learning about its history and notable architecture; it’s a short walk from the beach area.
Visit the Dutch Cemetery and wander through the colonial-era streets of Fort Kochi, popping into local art galleries and shops such as Kashi Art Gallery for souvenirs and contemporary Kerala art.
Take a quick ferry or drive to Marine Drive/Ernakulam for a different city perspective. If time permits, enjoy a brief walk along the Marine Drive promenade and view the backwaters and city skyline.
Stop at KMCC or Seaport Restaurant (Marine Drive) for an evening tea/snack — try local snacks like banana fritters (pazham pori) or a fresh masala tea while you relax and check your return travel arrangements.
If you have extra time, visit the Jewish Synagogue and the nearby Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace) in Mattancherry to see historic murals and artifacts (note closing times — plan accordingly).
Return to your hotel or chosen dinner location to freshen up and gather luggage if you’re beginning your return trip after dinner. Confirm taxi/ride for departure at 7:30 PM.
Dinner at Malabar Junction (Fort Kochi) or The Rice Boat (if you prefer to dine earlier at Taj Malabar) — enjoy a relaxed Kerala-style meal with seafood and traditional accompaniments. Aim for a quick but satisfying dinner to be ready for departure.
Begin your return trip from Kochi. Ensure you have all belongings, collected business contacts, and any souvenirs; confirm travel details and estimated travel time to your next stop or home.
En route — use this time to review notes from the day’s meetings, send brief follow-up messages to key contacts, and relax after a productive day of business and sightseeing.