Overview
An exciting excursion that is a blend of the finest cuisine, historical and cultural experience of Fort Kochi.
Fort Kochi is a quaint suburb in Kochi, popularly known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea, a historical city tucked on the western coast of Kerala.
This excursion is designed to offer patrons an insight into how Kochi (or Cochin, as it was formerly known) became a cultural hotpot with the Anglo Indians, the Portuguese, the Dutch, the English, the Syrian Christians and even the Jews making it their home.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Entry fees to monuments
Hi Tea (tea, coffee and snacks)
Kalaripyattu performance
Sit Down Lunch
Transport to and from meeting and departure points
Beverages at lunch
Gratuities(Recommended)
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Fort Kochi
2 hours
Get started with this tour at 12:00 PM with your car picking you up from your hotel and drive to meet and greet at the restaurant where we will host guests for a sit-down lunch of authentic Kerala cuisine with a few dishes of Syrian Christian influence thrown in. The restaurant is located along the backwaters and offers a splendid view. Lunch will include non-vegetarian and vegetarian fare such as Chicken Ularthu, Kerala Chicken roast, Fried fish, Kerala fish curry, Beef ularthu or beef roast and thoran, veg ularthu, olan, Kuttu curry, potato podimas, a gravy made with green mango called Manga charu, Dry Prawn chammandi, Coconut chammandi etc.
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Church of Saint Francis
1 hour
At 2:00 PM bid goodbye to our gracious host and move towards Santa Cruz Basilica – a 450-year-old church, followed by St. Francis Church.
In the evening around 3:00 PM enjoy a Hi-Tea at David Hall, a contemporary art gallery, cultural venue & café in a restored 17th-century Dutch colonial bungalow. -
Great K V Kathakali Center
3 hours
Move towards a cultural centre and experience a mesmerising performance of Kalaraipayattu - a gift to the modern world and the mother of all martial arts. Legend traces the 3000-year-old art form to Sage Parasurama- the master of all martial art forms and credited to be the re-claimer of Kerala from the Arabian Sea.
Enjoy your evening time watching Kathakali's performance. Kathakali is a "story play" genre of art, but one distinguished by the elaborately colorful make-up, costumes and face masks that the traditionally male actor-dancers wear.
Say Goodbye after the performance and the end of an exciting day.
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Highlights of Fort Kochi
Can I cancel Highlights of Fort Kochi for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 6–7 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Entry fees to monuments
- Hi Tea (tea, coffee and snacks)
- Kalaripyattu performance
- Sit Down Lunch
What's not included?
- Transport to and from meeting and departure points
- Beverages at lunch
- Gratuities(Recommended)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Fort Kochi, Church of Saint Francis, Great K V Kathakali Center.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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