COCHIN - OLD TOWN TOUR
ID: GYG704411-1153546
Category:
Country: India
Country: India
Duration: 03:30 hours
Description
Discover the rich history of Kochi on a private guided walking tour. Explore the city's old town, Fort Cochin, and learn about its history as a port occupied by the Portuguese and Dutch.
Discover the city of Kochi, an archipelago scattered across a number of islands and promontories linked by bridges and ferry services. Step into the sleepy, humid, provincial old port of Fort Cochin, long ago occupied by the Portuguese, Dutch, and British.
Explore the city's old town, Fort Cochin, and learn about the accumulation of religious and imperial conquest that has left Kerala about 60% Hindu, with the balance divided more or less equally between Christian and Muslim.
Discover that the Hindu influence is not strong in Cochin. Learn that the local language is Malayalam and that the people are proud of their linguistic identity and their high literacy rate.
Discover the city of Kochi, an archipelago scattered across a number of islands and promontories linked by bridges and ferry services. Step into the sleepy, humid, provincial old port of Fort Cochin, long ago occupied by the Portuguese, Dutch, and British.
Explore the city's old town, Fort Cochin, and learn about the accumulation of religious and imperial conquest that has left Kerala about 60% Hindu, with the balance divided more or less equally between Christian and Muslim.
Discover that the Hindu influence is not strong in Cochin. Learn that the local language is Malayalam and that the people are proud of their linguistic identity and their high literacy rate.
Highlights
- Discover the rich history of Kochi on a private guided walking tour
- Explore the city's old town, Fort Cochin, and its sleepy, humid atmosphere
- Learn about the city's history as a port occupied by the Portuguese and Dutch
- See the influence of religious and imperial conquests in the city's architecture
- Enjoy a tour that is tailored to your interests and preferences
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved
This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or those with mobility impairments
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starts
This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or those with mobility impairments
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starts
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.