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LanguagesEnglish, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Named as one of the ten paradises of the world by National Geographic Traveler, Kerala is famous especially for its ecotourism initiatives and beautiful backwaters. Its unique culture and traditions, coupled with its varied demography, have made Kerala one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world.
What's included
Local guide at the places of visit in Cochin
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast at hotel
Parking Fees
Hotel accomodation (we can book if you share your budget)
Gratuities
Entrance fees at monuments
Meals (lunch/dinner)
What to expect
Day 1: Arrive Cochin. Meet our chauffeur outside the airport. Transfer to hotel. Thereafter proceed for sightseeing.
Mattancherry Palace
1h · Admission ticket not included
The Mattancherry Palace is a Portuguese palace popularly known as the Dutch Palace. The Palace displays Kerala murals depicting portraits and exhibits of the Rajas of Kochi. The palace was included in the "tentative list" of UNESCO World Heritage Site.
(9:45am–1pm0200pm–4:45pm)
Paradesi Synagogue
45m · Admission ticket not included
The Paradesi Synagogue is the oldest active synagogue in the Commonwealth of Nations, located in Kochi, Kerala, in South India. Constructed in 1568, it is one of seven synagogues of the Malabar Yehudan or Yehudan Mappila people or Cochin Jewish community in the Kingdom of Cochin.
(timing 1000am -1200noon & 0300Pm to 0500pm)
Chinese Fishing Nets
45m
Chinese Fishing Nets and the Vasco-da-Gama Square
Legend has it that the famous Chinese explorer, Zheng He, introduced the Chinese Fishing Nets to the fishermen in Kochi over 500 years ago. Even though he would leave, these would become staple sights in these parts. The Chinese fishing nets,or Cheenvala for the locals, have attracted visitors in the Fort Kochi area for centuries. Most tour guides swear that the Vasco da Gama Square is the best spot to get the perfect view of these massive structures.
Church of Saint Francis
45m
Saint Francis Church, in Fort Kochi (Fort Cochin), Kochi, originally built in 1503, is one of the oldest European churches in India and has great historical significance as a mute witness to the European colonial struggle in the subcontinent. The Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama died in Kochi in 1524 when he was on his third visit to India. His body was originally buried in this church, but after fourteen years his remains were removed to Lisbon.
Day 2: Morning drive to Allepey (1.5 hrs drive) Arrive and board houseboat.
Alleppey Backwaters
1 day · Admission ticket not included
Cruise along the backwaters during the day. At sunset, dock. Night on board. You can catch your own fish and our chef will help you prepare the meal.
Day 3: Disembark at 0800 hrs. Drive back to Cochin airport. Board flight for onward journey.
Kochi (Cochin)
10m
Board flight for onward journey.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Kindly lookout for a placard in your name OUTSIDE the airport
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.