Multi-Ethnic Walking Tour: Exploration of Mattancherry and Fort Kochi
Kochi (Cochin)
Immerse yourself in the multi-ethnic neighborhoods of Mattancherry and Fort Kochi on this engaging walking tour. Discover the rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning colonial facades of these vibrant areas.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Dutch Cemetery - You will be picked up from your hotel in the evening and driven to Mattancherry where you will be met by your guide.

Start your walk at the Dutch Palace and continue to Gujarati Street where more than 700 Gujarati families live.

  • Jew Town - Walk through Kongini Street, the Jew Town with its antique shops and the local markets selling fruits, vegetables, flowers, groceries and other items. During the walk you will also visit a local family and learn how to draw the traditional ‘kolam’ floor design.

  • Fort Kochi - Next walk into the adjacent neighbourhood of Fort Kochi and go past colonial style mansions, St. Francis Church - the oldest European church in India and old Portuguese buildings like Vasco House.

After the walk, enjoy dinner (own expense) at a local restaurant.

After dinner you will be dropped back at your hotel.

What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • 02 bottles of mineral water per person
  • Local English speaking guide
  • Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

On this late evening walking tour explore the old part of Kochi - the multi-ethnic Mattancherry and the colonial facades of Fort Kochi. Numerous ethnic communities like Jews, Konkani, Gujarati, Jains and Marathi have been living in Mattancherry for centuries and their synagogues, churches, temples and mosques can be seen all around. Fort Kochi is steeped in the history and culture of the Portuguese, Dutch and British who occupied it through the ages.

Highlights
• Multi-cultural ambience of Mattancherry
• Colonial facades of Fort Kochi
• Kolam (floor design) making with a local family

  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
  • Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Location
Kochi (Cochin)
We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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