• Excel India Tours - Tour #1: Cochin City Overview. 5 hours.
  Staff from Excel India Tours will greet you at the ship, holding a sign with the lead traveler’s name. They will guide you to a waiting van, car, or coach.

Tour #1: Cochin City Overview.

The tour starts from the harbor and heads to Fort Kochi (30-minute drive).

1. Stop at the beach to see the Chinese Fishing Nets in action. Interact with the fishermen, try operating the nets, and take photos.

2. Visit the Church of St. Francis (5-minute walk).

3. This is the first European church in India, where Vasco da Gama was initially buried before being moved to Portugal (15 minutes).

4. Santa Cruz Basilica

One of Kochi’s heritage buildings (15 minutes).

5. Jewish Town (20-minute drive)

Stroll through the streets of Jewish Town (20 minutes).

6. Jewish Synagogue (15 minutes)

This synagogue is one of only four orthodox synagogues in the world and is the oldest in the British Commonwealth.

7. Dutch Palace (10-minute walk)

This preserved royal residence of Kochi royalty features some of the most beautiful murals in India, more elegant than those in Ajanta and Ellora (30 minutes).

Tour #2: Backwater Houseboat Experience.

Tour duration: 7 hours.

This tour introduces travelers to Kerala and its picturesque backwaters.

1. Drive from Kochi harbor to Alleppey Backwaters (1 hour 45 minutes).

2. Board a pre-arranged houseboat and start a 2-hour backwater cruise.

The houseboats, once spice boats, have been converted for tourists with bedrooms, a kitchen, and a spacious lobby.

3. Cruise along the backwaters, passing palm-fringed rice paddies and tiny villages, offering a unique experience.

4. After the cruise, return to Kochi (1 hour 45-minute drive).

5. Orientation drive in Fort Kochi with photo stops at the Chinese Fishing Nets (15 minutes).

Return to the pier (30 minutes).

• Jew Town - Tour #1: Cochin City Overview. 5 hours.
  The tour starts with a visit to Jewish Town, the Jewish settlement in India.
• Paradesi Synagogue - Tour #1: Cochin City Overview. 5 hours.
  In Jewish Town, visit the ancient synagogue.
• Mattancherry Palace - Tour #1: Cochin City Overview. 5 hours.
  After the Paradesi Synagogue, walk to the Royal Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace Museum of Kochi.
• Chinese Fishing Nets - Tour #1: Cochin City Overview. 5 hours.
  Visit Fort Kochi beach to see the Chinese Fishing Nets in operation.
• Church of Saint Francis - Tour #1: Cochin City Overview. 5 hours.
  After visiting the Chinese Fishing Nets, walk to the Church of St. Francis and see Vasco da Gama’s first tomb.
• Fort Kochi - Tour #1: Cochin City Overview. 5 hours.
  Walk around the Fort Kochi heritage area to explore the ancient European settlement.
• Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica - Tour #1: Cochin City Overview. 5 hours.
  Walk to the Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, one of India’s heritage buildings.
• Dhobi Khana Public Laundry - The famous public laundry in Fort Kochi, originally established for European settlers and now used by the elite and wealthy of Kochi. Watch men and women wash and iron clothes in the traditional way. The workers’ friendly approach to visitors offers a unique experience.

• Transport by air-conditioned car/minivan
• Professional driver/guide assistance
• Convenient port pickup and drop-off

• Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
• Food and drinks
• Lunch
• Gratuities ( Optional )

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Tour #1: Cochin City Overview. 5 hours.

Explore all the attractions, including Chinese Fishing Nets, St. Francis Church, Jewish Synagogue, and Dutch Palace. This slow-paced tour caters to all your preferences.

Tour #2: Backwater Houseboat Experience. 7 hours.

Experience the essence of Kerala. Start with an overland drive to the backwater region in the morning, giving you a chance to understand the countryside. Upon reaching the backwaters, check into your private houseboat and enjoy a 2-hour cruise. Relax in the lobby and watch life go by.

• 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.

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