Overview
Hello! 'Celebrity' Passengers!
Skip the expensive shore excursions ! Book a thrifty group tour !
You are met at the ship with "Viator"sign and pager board of Your Name..
Comfortable transportation, entertaining and enriching travel experience, and travelling sustainably.
The tours are customized to suit the arrival and departure schedule of your ship to ensure you have a worry free Shore Excursion. We ensure your timely return after the tour.
Following attractions are included in the tours.
Tour #1. Glimpses of Kochi. Fort Kochi, Jew Town, Synagogue, Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, Dutch Palace. Sit for tea in a boutique restaurant at spice market / lunch in a fish specialty restaurant / shopping in Jew town.
Duration 5 hours
Tour #2. Tranquil Backwaters. Houseboat cruise with lunch on board the houseboat. After the houseboat cruise you are given an orientation to Kochi heritage for photo stops at attractions there.
Duration 7 hours.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
In-vehicle air conditioning
Port pickup and drop-off
Local Guide
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
• Dress code is smart - no casual clothes (i.e. jeans, sportswear, joggers or sneakers)
• If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler
Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port
Valid from the time of first use, for the duration selected.
What to expect
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Kochi (Cochin)
Tour #1. Glimpses of Kochi.
Staff of Excel India Tours will meet you at the ship. You can see him holding the pager board with the name of lead traveler of your group. The staff will escort you to waiting Van /Car / Coach. -
Fort Kochi
30 min
The group travels to Fort Kochi (30 minutes) At Fort Kochi, the group will be transferred to the waiting Tuk Tuks (two people in one)
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Church of Saint Francis
15 min
Ride in Tuk Tuk to Church of St. Francis. Visit the church and pay homage to Vasco de Gama who had his first burial in this church before taking him to Portugal. (30 minutes)
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Chinese Fishing Nets
15 min
Then do a soft walk (5 minutes) to Chinese Fishing nets. Watch the operation of these. Interact with the fisher men and try your hand in operating the nets. (20 minutes)
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15 min
A community of washermen and women are seen engaged in their job of Washing and ironing clothes is on of the the old world life style still practised here.
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Paradesi Synagogue
20 min
At the end of the Jewish town visit the Paradesi Synagogue belonged to the European Jews who still use this synagogue on Sabbath. (Three resident Jews and visiting Jews from other countries form minion.)
You can wander around the area for hunting gifts in the shops. (30 minutes) -
Jew Town
20 min
Return to waiting Tuk Tuks and ride in it to Jewish Town.
Walk around Jewish town along the ancient streets of the Jewish community studded with the fascinating Jewish houses once occupied by the European Jews before they leaving for Israel after the state Israel formed. (30 minutes)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about "Essentials" Shore Excursion for Cruisers to Kochi. Pick & Drop
Can I cancel "Essentials" Shore Excursion for Cruisers to Kochi. Pick & Drop for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Local Guide
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Kochi (Cochin), Fort Kochi, Church of Saint Francis, Chinese Fishing Nets, Paradesi Synagogue, Jew Town.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Excel India Tours
