- Paradesi Synagogue - You will be picked up from your hotel in the city center around 1:00 PM with your English speaking local guide. \n\nYour tour will start in Jewish Town, an area of Kochi where the Jewish refugees from Jerusalem settled during the Crusades. This area has several antique and handicraft shops. The highlight is the Paradesi Synagogue, constructed in 1568 making this the Commonwealth’s oldest Synagogue. This is one of the very few functional synagogues in India and the structure is unique due to influence of native Hindu-Christian architecture.
- Private air-conditioned transport
- Local English-speaking guide
- Two bottles of mineral water per person
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in city center
- Food or drink Unless Specified.
- Gratuities
Kochi is a city deeply embedded with the relics and cultures from the myriad of traders and explorers who visited the city over the course of numerous centuries. On a private exploration of half a day, you’ll get to observe enormous fishing nets of Chinese origin, a 450-year-old synagogue, intricately constructed Portuguese residential spaces, and vestiges of the British Rule. Upon completion of your journey, experience the enchantment of a Kathakali performance. As with every classical Indian dance form, Kathakali is a concoction of melody, vocals, dance sequences, hand and facial expressions narrating familiar tales from Indian culture. This dance drama hails from the southern state of Kerala in India. The show offers an opportunity to spectate the classical and traditional Kathakali Dance, replete with awe-inspiring costume overlays.
Notable Sites
• Dutch Palace
• Fort Kochi
• St Francis Church
• Traditional Kathakali Dance Performance
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
