
Private Shore Excursion to Jewish Heritage of Kochi Pick and Drop
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Is Private Shore Excursion to Jewish Heritage of Kochi Pick and Drop worth booking?
Private Shore Excursion to Jewish Heritage of Kochi Pick and Drop is a 8-hour experience in Kochi, India, from $48 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $48 per person
It is purely a private tour ! Privacy of a group of your dear and near ones is the attraction. The tours can be customized to suit the arrival and departure schedule of your ship to ensure you have a worry free Shore Ex
What you get
About this experience
It is purely a private tour ! Privacy of a group of your dear and near ones is the attraction. The tours can be customized to suit the arrival and departure schedule of your ship to ensure you have a worry free Shore Excursion. Comfortable transportation, entertaining and enriching experience., We offer a tour to visit the ancient Jewish Heritage in Kochi ( India) It explores the sites of Jewish settlements of Kochi, Muziris aka Paravoor and Chendamangalam. The tour involves a morning drive to the above villages which give you opportunity to find life of people civilized with great sense of hospitality. The tour visits preserved synagogues at above places which were ancient Jewish Settlements.in India. A lunch break in a beach restaurant and a drive to the modern city of Kochi to visit a synagogue of the Malabar Jews which is preserved by the present warden is added attraction of this tour..
What's included
Included
- Private tour
- Driver/guide
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan / car
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities ( Optional)
- Entrance Fees at Paravoor Synagogue and Chendamanglam Synagogue for foriegn nationals.
What you'll see and do
Excel India Tours
We will receive you at the hotel where you are booked to stay. If it is to Kochi Port you are arriving we will meet you at the port by the side of the ship.
30 minutes here
Jew Town
From the point of pick up the tour will proceed to Jewish Town to visit the ancient Synagogue and the town of early Jewish settlers. ( Closed to visitors Fridaysafternoon and Saturdays.).
30 minutes here · Admission included
Mattancherry Palace
From Jewish Town the tour will go to Mattancherry Palace Museum aka Dutch Palace Museum
30 minutes here · Admission included
Fort Kochi Beach
From Mattancherry Palace museum the tour will go to Fort Kochi beach to watch Chinese Fishing nets in operation all over the beach.
20 minutes here
Church of Saint Francis
From the Chinese Fishing nets the tour will go to Church of St. Francis to pay homage to Vasco da Gama where he was originally buried when he died in Kochi C.E.1524
20 minutes here
Paravoor
Ethiopian Jewish settlement and the ancient Synagogue. ( Monday Holiday) (Drive from Kochi is 1 hour 30 minutes one way to the preserved Synagogue. Only if you have ample time should insist to go to visit this Synagogue.
30 minutes here
Cherai Beach
At noon the lunch is taken here in the restaurant of the Cherai beach Resort.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Kadavum Bagam Synagogue
After lunch the tour will return to Ernakulam Kochi.. At Ernakulam the tour will visit if time permits this synagogue. From Friday to Saturday the synagogue is open to Jewish visitors.upon special request.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Excel India Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 4 paying adults
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship's, 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
- Dress code is smart casual
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Private Shore Excursion to Jewish Heritage of Kochi Pick and Drop. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Interesting tour
Excellent tour. There was some confusion about the itinerary (apparently one of the synagogues was closed) but our tour guide took very good care of us and made sure we saw everything possible.
Response from the operator: Thank you for encouraging review. Confusion in the itinerary is now rectified. Thank you for pointing out. Joyce
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $48 to $250
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
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Private Shore Excursion to Jewish Heritage of Kochi Pick and Drop: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kochi.
How much does Private Shore Excursion to Jewish Heritage of Kochi Pick and Drop cost?
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Prices start at $48 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kochi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Shore Excursion to Jewish Heritage of Kochi Pick and Drop take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kochi is not rushed.
Is Private Shore Excursion to Jewish Heritage of Kochi Pick and Drop worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kochi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Shore Excursion to Jewish Heritage of Kochi Pick and Drop?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Shore Excursion to Jewish Heritage of Kochi Pick and Drop suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Shore Excursion to Jewish Heritage of Kochi Pick and Drop?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kochi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kochi and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Shore Excursion to Jewish Heritage of Kochi Pick and Drop start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kochi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kochi?
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On Outty we rank every Kochi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour, Local Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour, Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour with Pickup From Cruise Ships. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kochi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kochi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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