Why choose this Kochi tour ?
Join this 7-hour private day tour to see the most important attractions in and around Fort Cochin and Mattanchery. This excursion also includes a motorboat cruise around the Cochin (Kochi) Harbor area and Bolghatty Island.
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What makes Kochi Shore Excursion: Cochin Harbor Cruise with Glimpse of Cochin Private Tour a unique experience ?
Pick up from Cochin Cruise Port or your Hotel in Cochin and transferred to Marin Drive for approximately 30 minutes. Upon arrival, board the motorboat to cruise the city and some surrounding areas for about 1.5 to 2 hours. The cruise will finish in Fort Cochin.
You will then Jew Town and the Jewish Synagogue, a central location for the spice trade and Visit the Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace)Please note: The Jewish Synagogue is closed on Friday, Saturday and on Jewish holidays. The Dutch Palace is closed on Friday and government holidays.
If your schedule allows, shop for spices, handicrafts or stop to enjoy lunch (at own expense).
Next, you will visit Santa Cruz Basilica, one the largest and most impressive churches in India.
Continue your stroll down to St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India.
Finally, visit the Chinese fishing nets ,Kochi fishermen still use the fishing nets to earn their livelihoods.
You will be transferred back to the port or your Hotel
Board your motorboat and cruise for 1.30-2 hours
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Return back to Cochin Port or Your hotel in Cochin
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note : The Jewish Synagogue is closed on Friday, Saturday and on Jewish holidays. The Dutch Palace is closed on Friday and government holidays.
- A valid Indian tourist visa is required to visit the port of Cochin.
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums (Male: Shirt /pants; Female: Full sleeve top/shirt and Knee-covered skirt or pants)
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Non-AC City motorboat cruise
- Transport by AC private vehicle
- Private English-speaking local guide
- Port /Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not Included
- Food and drinks
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Carnival Tours Kochi.
- 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 VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Staff / your guide will be waiting for you at ships berth holding a “VIATOR” signboard and a blue umbrella
• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Note : Jewish Synagogue will be closed on Friday /Saturday /Jewish Holidays /Jewish Passover days and Dutch Palace will be close on Fridays and Governent Holidays
• Note : Valid Indian Tourist Visa is required to get down in port of Cochin ,which should be applied before boarding the ship
