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Shore Excursions Private & Customizable From Port-Pick & Drop

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Shore Excursions Private & Customizable From Port-Pick & Drop

About this activity

Hello! "Cruise " Passengers to Kochi India..Skip the expensive shore excursions ! Book a Thrifty Group Tour !

You will be met by our staff by the side of the ship holding the pager board with your name. 

Comfortable transportation, entertaining and enriching travel experience, and traveling sustainable.

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.

Tours.

1. Glimpses of Kochi.

Fort Kochi and Jewish Town to visit Chinese Fishing Nets St. Francis Church, Synagogue. Ditch Palace and Shopping plus your wish.

2.. Kerala Backwater Excursion and Explore Heritage Cochin, 

This tour gives you a morning drive to the backwater region of Kerala. After the backwaters drive back to Fort Kochi and Jewish Town for Chinese Fishing Nets and Dutch Place.

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At a glance

Duration
6–10 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 10 people
People per booking
1–10
Guide
English
Operated by
Excel India Tours

Ages: Infants (1–4 years) · Adults (5–90 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Transport by air-conditioned car / minivan
  • Included: Local guide
  • Included: Entrance Fee at Dutch Palace Museum and Paradeshy Synagogue
  • Included: All Fees and Taxes
  • Included: Pick-up and drop off at the pier.

Not included

  • Not included: Soft drinks ( available to purchase.)
  • Not included: Gratuities ( Optional )
  • Not included: Entrance fee for foriegn nationals at Bastion Bunglaw Museum. This is INR 350

Itinerary

  1. Chinese Fishing Nets

    15 min

    The Glimpses of Kochi tour goes to the Fort Kochi beach to witness the operation of Chinese Fishing Nets.

  2. Church of Saint Francis

    15 min

    Glimpses of Kochi tour after Chinese Nets walks to Church of St. Francis and inside visits the first tomb of Vasco de Gama.

  3. Fort Kochi

    15 min

    Glimpse of Kochi tour proceed to walk around the Fort Kochi heritage area to explore the ancient European settlement.

  4. Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica

    15 min

    Glimpses of Kochi tour walks to Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica which is one of the heritages edifices of India.

  5. Jews in Cochin

    30 min

    Glimpses of Kochi tour goes to Jew Town to explore the ancient Jewish settlement in India.

  6. Stop 6

    15 min Admission included

    Glimpses of Kochi tour visits in Jewish Town the ancient Synagogue.

  7. Mattancherry Palace

    30 min Admission included

    Glimpses of Kochi tour visits this palace of the Kochi royalty( now a museum ) aka Dutch Palace.

  8. Kumarakom

    1 h 30 min

    Kerala Backwater Excursion and Explore Heritage Cochin tour goes to Kumarakom, the famous international backwater tourist destination.

  9. Kerala Backwaters

    3 hours Admission included

    Kerala Backwater Excursion and Explore Heritage Cochin, will drive to Kumarakom and cruise in the backwaters for 3hours.

  10. Fort Kochi

    one hour

    Kerala Backwater Excursion and Explore Heritage Cochin, will return to Fort Kochi heritage area for exploration for 1 hour

  11. Alappuzha

    2 hours

    Travellers opted for Backwater Cruising Will be Transferred to Alappuzha (1 hour 30 minutes ) in CAR/SUV/Van. Then board in Houseboat or Shikkara boat.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Holiday Inn Cochin By IHG
  • Kochi Bella Villa
  • Le Colonial
  • Radisson Blu Hotel, Kochi
  • Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty
  • Tissa's Inn
  • Amritara The Poovath Beachfront Heritage, Fort Kochi
  • Vivanta Ernakulam
  • Fortkochi Beach Inn
  • The Old Courtyard Hotel
  • The Malabar House
  • The Fern Kochi, Series by Marriott

and 7 more pickup points

You and the group after disembarking from ship will walk ( 5 minutes ) to the immigration office .After completing the immigration process you will come out of the building through the exit door.. There at the exit you can find us holding the pager board with your name..

Using your ticket

  • Dress code is smart casual
  • If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your ship's, 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
  • A maximum of 10 people per booking

Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port

Valid from the time of first use, for the duration selected.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time

  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship

  • A minimum of 02 people per booking is required.

Options

  • Kochi city Tour from Port.

    Duration: 5 hours

    Pickup included

  • Backwater Cruise in Shikkara

    Backwater Cruise in Shikkara : Shikkara boats or Gondolas propelled by onboard Engine. A boat can carry 10 people. It has a roof and confortable chairs.

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

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