Why choose this Kochi tour ?
Benefit of a private local guide from the same old city of kochi and also a fun ride in Tuk tuk through the local streets.
Your guide will meet you at Cochin port and guide your team towards the oldest part of kochi called Fort Kochi and Mattancherry.
Kochi was the centre of Indian spice trade for many centuries, because of her rich spice history kochi was attracted by most of the foreign traders.Kochi was the first european colonies for Portuguese in the colonial India from the year 1500-1663, followed by Dutch and later by the British.
During your tour in Fort kochi and mattancherry we will discover the traditional landmarks of Kochi,like Chinese fishing nets, Vasco de gama church and also the Dutch palace, a museum under Archeology and later walks through the Jewish street towards Jewish synagogue.
Along with the historical places,you will also visit some other places like Dhobhi (local laundry), Spice ware houses etc to discover the life of the local people in the old kochi city.
Make the most of your Kochi adventure
What makes A private guided day tour in kochi a unique experience ?
The traditional fishing nets of kochi, which is still use for the livelyhood of the local people in fortkochi. You can also join them to catch the fishes using the fishing nets.
St Francis church in Fort kochi, the first European church in India made in 1503.
Also called Vasco da gama church , as his body was buried inside the church.
Cemetry made during 1724
Fort kochi beach is called Mahatma Gandhi Beach
A roman catholic church made during 1505
A museum which exihibits the relics of old catholic churches.
Also a place where you can see the remains of Old Fort in Kochi called Manuel Fort, the first European fort in India.
A shopping stop, for silk, jewellery and cratfs.
A temple where tourists are allowed to go inside, only in the morning at fixed time. (Not allowed on Holidays and festival time)
Jew Town in Mattancherry, where the Jewish community still exists.
A tourist market where you can watch good collections of crafts and antiques
A synagogue called Pardesi Synagogue in Mattancherry which is made during 1568.The only functioning synagogue in Kerala
Mattancherry Palace also called Dutch Palace, which is made during mid of 16th century. now a museum under the Archeological survey of India.
Womens cooperative Spice markets
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Biju’s Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Kolkata.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 3 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Your Guide will meet your group in front of the Cruise ship at the cochin port.
He wil lbe Holding a board saying your “Name” with a “Red Umbrella”
Hope to meet you Soon !
