Kochi (Cochin) Trip Overview
Explore the beautiful sights of the historic part of Cochin ie Fort Kochi and the bustling bazaars of Jew Town and Jewish Synagogue with an English speaking guide
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Duration: 6 to 7 hours
Starts: Kochi (Cochin), India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Kochi (Cochin), Kerala, India
Explore the beautiful sights of the historic part of Cochin ie Fort Kochi and the bustling bazaars of Jew Town and Jewish Synagogue with an English speaking guide
Itinerary
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Stop At: Church of Saint Francis, Old Kochi, Kochi (Cochin) India
On arrival at the city of Cochin you proceed to St Francis CSI Church built in 1503 and one of the oldest European Church in India. The Portuguese explorer Vasco Da Gama died in Cochin in 1524 and his remains were buried here for 14 years and later transferred to Portugal.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Chinese Fishing Nets, Fort Kochi Beach Kochi-682001 Kerala India, Kochi (Cochin) 682001 India
Walk around the Fort Cochin area and see the old Dutch settlements and reach the widely photographed Chinese Fishing Nets. At a nominal cost the fisherman are happy to show you the operation of these nets. Take a photostop.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Paradesi Synagogue, Jew Town Rd Mattancherry, Kochi (Cochin) India
Next visit the Paradesi Synagogue also called the Jewish Synagogue popularly. It is located in Jew Town and is the only one of the seven synagogues in use. It shares its walls with the Mattancherry Palace. After your visit here you can walk around the popular Jew Town. This is the best part of town to walk in and you can have lunch on own in any of the quaint cafes here.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Parade & KB Jacob Road Fort Cochin, Kochi (Cochin) 682001 India
Located a few minutes from St Francis Church, it is one of the finest churches with lot of historical significance
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Marine Drive, MG Road, Kochi (Cochin) India
Drive along the Marine Drive is one the most beautiful spots in Kochi City with good views
Duration: 30 minutes
