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Kochi: 3-Hour Fort Kochi and Mattancherry Walking Tour
Fort Kochi
About
Take a stroll through the charming areas of Mattancherry and Fort Kochi to start an intriguing adventure. Take in the lively atmosphere as you watch the knowledgeable local fisherman cast their distinctive Chinese fishing nets along the picturesque shoreline. Visit the venerable Jewish Synagogue to learn more about the region's rich history. This ancient building is a tribute to the cultural diversity that has flourished in these territories for generations.
Explore the cobblestone streets and find architectural treasures that testify to the Portuguese colonial past. Discover the castles and churches they built, each one resonating with stories from a bygone period. These buildings serve as...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour guide (English speaker)
Entrance fees
Hotel Pick-up by tuk-tuk
Personal expenses
Cruise ship
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Kochi: 3-Hour Fort Kochi and Mattancherry Walking Tour
Fort Kochi
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About
Take a stroll through the charming areas of Mattancherry and Fort Kochi to start an intriguing adventure. Take in the lively atmosphere as you watch the knowledgeable local fisherman cast their distinctive Chinese fishing nets along the picturesque shoreline. Visit the venerable Jewish Synagogue to learn more about the region's rich history. This ancient building is a tribute to the cultural diversity that has flourished in these territories for generations.
Explore the cobblestone streets and find architectural treasures that testify to the Portuguese colonial past. Discover the castles and churches they built, each one resonating with stories from a bygone period. These buildings serve as...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour guide (English speaker)
Entrance fees
Hotel Pick-up by tuk-tuk
Personal expenses
Cruise ship
Itinerary
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Fort Kochi
Get on a short & sweet walk tour across Fort Kochi, a charming seaside area. First off, you will see the local fishermen who use Chinese fishing nets or Cheena vala for catching fish. These types of nets were introduced due to traders in the 14th century. Till this, fishermen have continued their usage.
1 hour
2
Church of Saint Francis
Next, you'll enter St Francis Church, the oldest European church in India. It is also the original resting place of famous Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama & hundreds of Portuguese soldiers.
30 minutes
3
Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica
After that, your guide will bring you to Santa Cruz Basilica, one of the nine basilicas in Kerala. Thousands of tourists visit this fine church every year.
30 minutes
4
Mattancherry Palace
Thereafter, you'll see the Mattancherry Palace, a stunning palace that dates back to the 14th century. It was built by the Portuguese as a compensatory gift for destroying temples in the Cochin Kingdom.
30 minutes
5
Paradesi Synagogue
Following this, we'll move on to the Paradesi Synagogue which is the oldest active Jewish synagogue in South India. Enter the nearby Jewish neighborhood & listen to the interesting stories about Jewish settlements in Kochi.
