Private Custom Tour: Kochi (Cochin) local Sightseeing with guide
Join us for the private full-day sightseeing tour & explore Kochi (Cochin) city in an air-conditioned transport with a professional guide. Explore the vastly diverse and rich culture of this city, which included Jews, structures left behind by people of Portuguese, heritage of passed on by Chinese traders and so much more. The beautiful city is not only popular for its antique monuments, forts, etc. but also for its striking beauty.
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Port pick & drop included
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What's included in Private Custom Tour: Kochi (Cochin) local Sightseeing with guide
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Mattancherry Palace
It is home to a tiny Jewish community, whose origin goes back to 2000 years. It attracted invaders and traders from far off and was the epicenter of trade, especially that of spices. It has the oldest synagogue in the country.
Church of Saint Francis
Built in 1503, by a group of Portuguese Franciscans friars this is India’s first European Church. The church was initially a wood and mud structure dedicated to St Bartholomew. Vasco da Gama was buried here in 1524. Although his remains were taken back to Lisbon 14 years later, his tombstone remains intact.
Chinese Fishing Nets
It is a unique method of fishing, with time it has become the biggest tourist attraction. Chinese fishing nets - Cheenavala in Malayalam - are believed to have been introduced in Kochi by Chinese explorer Zheng He, from the court of the Kubla Khan. The fishing nets were established on Kochi shores between 1350 and 1450 AD. The huge cantilevered Chinese fishing nets droop towards the waters like over-sized hammocks have become a hallmark that represent Fort Kochi on the tourist map.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Private tour
- Transport by private vehicle
- Camera charges at monuments
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Mattancherry Palace stays closed on Fridays.
- Jewish Synagogue stays closed on Fridays and Saturdays.
- Cochin is the former name of Kochi
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Pickup and Dropoff
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Additional Information
We provide pick up from & drop at any Hotel / Vacation rental / Guest house in Cochin / Kochi city location. Supplement applicable for airport pick-up and/or drop.
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Ticket Redemption
• 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 • If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. • Contact info: Mobile +91-9810311292 or email [email protected] Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.