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Full-Day Cultural And Historical Getaway To Kochi
  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Nature, Culture, History

  • Duration

    1 Day

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English, Hindi

Description

Experience the rich culture and heritage of Kochi, the coastal city of Kerala. Travel to Fort Kochi to visit the St. Francis Church, the original burial site of explorer Vasco da Gama, relax at the Fort Kochi Beach and spot the unique Chinese fishing nets. Walk through the lanes of the old Jewish Town and go shopping for authentic antiques and handicrafts in the local markets, and don't forget to check out the magnificent Dutch palaces. 

Highlights
  • Explore the culturally-rich Kochi Fort 
  • Visit the beautiful St. Francis Church 
  • Walk around the Fort Kochi beach
  • Shop at the old Jewish Town
  • Sightseeing in Kochi expand_more
    • Meet with the Indian tour guide and begin your journey from Fort Kochi, a charming seaside area known for its Dutch, Portuguese, and British colonial architecture.  St. Francis Church, situated in this fort, was the original burial site of explorer Vasco da Gama.  

    • Head towards the beachside to the famous Chinese Fishing Nets, locally called Cheenvala. The nets have a unique design, and four fishermen operate one of these nets built of bamboo and teak poles. 

    • Stroll along the white sands of Fort Kochi Beach. The clean waters and tranquil atmosphere will refresh you. 

    • Take a walking tour of the heritage city of Fort Kochi. Your guide will tell you the history and the present conditions of the city and how the Portuguese, Dutch and British influenced these regions. 

    • Proceed to the past residence of the Rajas of Kochi and admire the murals of the Dutch Palace at Mattancherry. 

    • Walk through the streets of the Jewish Town and see the houses of the oldest Jew residents, whose roots belong to King Solomon. Halt to visit the 8 Jewish Synagogues.

    • Go shopping in the Jewish Town market.  

What's Included
  • Car hire charges

  • English speaking Indian tour guide 

  • Entrance fees

  • Parking charges

What's Excluded
  • Personal expenses
Know before you go
  • This private tour for 1 to 4 people is conducted in an air-conditioned Toyota Innova (SUV). 

  • The tour will take about 7 to 8 hours, including stops at all popular sites for sightseeing. 

  • It is a relaxed tour and is child-friendly. 

  • Wheel-chair bound people can also join the tour. 

  • Guests will be picked up from a mutually agreed place.

  • This itinerary is open for more inclusions or refining to maximize customer satisfaction.

Meeting Point

Kochi, Kerala, India

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
The group size and price
1 To 4USD 299 Per Group

This is a group tour

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USD 299 / group