Late Evening Walking Tour Mattancherry, Fort Kochi

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

1. 1

   Dutch Cemetery

   30 min

   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.

2. 2

   Jews in Cochin

   1 hour

   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.

3. 3

   Fort Kochi

   1 hour

   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.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.

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