Fort Cochin Heritage Tour by The Kochi Heritage Project
Fort Cochin Heritage Tour by The Kochi Heritage Project
Small Group Tour (Min 2 pax)
From
Highlights
Our flagship tour, a favorite for the inquisitive traveller who wants to know more than the usual. This tour is a must-do for anyone who wants to understand the history of Cochin from the basics. From being called the 'Emporium of the World', Cochin received the rare distinction as the 'Queen of the Arabian Sea' and in modern times the city transformed itself to become one of India's major tourist hubs and a contemporary art capital still bringing travellers from far and wide. The walk will take you along the remnants of the old European fort town and its stories, some of its streets rich with fables of yore and the iconic people who left a mark and changed the course of history as we know it. We sift through 3000 years of the city's past through stories, anecdotes, architecture, culture, food and the people who made an impact in the growth of the town.
Itinerary
Chinese Fishing Nets
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeA view of the icon of Cochin and also the stories of Chinese sailors to MalabarVasco da Gama Square
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe Story of the Portuguese who set out to find pepper and Christians in IndiaBastion Bunglow(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThe beginnings of a European city in India, the Fort and the City of Santa Cruz.Church of Saint Francis(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeLearn about the Portuguese influences in Kerala from the culture to the cuisine to the language. Also learn about the Portuguese slave trade and tales of protective spirits passed on for generationsDavid Hall Gallery & Cafe
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeLearn about Dutch Architecture influences in Cochin and the story of how a 17th Century treatise is still relevant in Ayurveda.Parade Ground
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeStories of tea, cricket and art festivalsFort Kochi Beach
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeStories of the British and their fight for supremacy in the Indian SubcontinentPrincess Street(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeAs the tour winds down, we take you to Princess Street, where colonial charm meets modern-day Kochi. Lined with colorful Portuguese- and Dutch-era buildings, quirky cafés, art boutiques, and independent stores, this street is a perfect blend of history and contemporary life. Walk with us past vintage architecture, vibrant street art, and lively shopfronts as we share stories of the street’s past and how it continues to evolve today. You’ll hear about the families who’ve lived here for generations, the artists and entrepreneurs shaping its present, and the quiet details that most visitors miss. Whether it’s exchanging stories with a friendly local or admiring the fading murals on sun-washed walls, Princess Street offers the perfect final chapter to your Fort Kochi experience.
What's included
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
Customer reviews
Additional information
Location
Provider
The Kochi Heritage Project
USD 27.81
Why Pelago?
- Trusted by millions of travellers
- Best price guarantee promise
- Choose from 200,000+ activities
- Earn KrisFlyer miles with every booking
- A Singapore Airlines company