Nestled along the southwestern coast of India, Kerala is renowned for its lush greenery, tranquil backwaters, and vibrant culture. While exploring this enchanting state, a one-day trip promises a glimpse into its rich tapestry of natural beauty and cultural heritage.
DAY 1:- CHECKIN AT HOTEL AND PROCEEDING TO CRUISE
Pickup from Ernakulum railway station and check in at hotel. Evening cruise dinner at Kochi, dj food etc. checkout from cruise.
Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 2:- CHECKOUT FROM HOTEL AND PROCEEDING TO KOCHI
Lying on the Malabar Coast in the southwest of India, Kochi or Cochin is a port city with a trading history that dates back to at least 600 years. Known popularly as the Queen of the Arabian Sea, the city is also Kerala's financial, commercial, and industrial capital. Exuding an old-world charm with diverse linguistics, such as the Jews, Konkinis, Gujaratis, and ethnic communities like the anglo-indians, Kochi has an indiscriminate mix of backwaters, beaches, islands, coasts, and plain terrains.
Fort Kochi: Fort Kochi is a seaside town in the south-western part of Main Kochi, which is known for its historical fortifications and ruins of old palatial buildings from the Portuguese or Dutch colonial era. Fort Kochi is dotted with European structures, churches and other architectural buildings which take you right back to a different era back in time.
Mattancherry Palace: The Mattancherry Palace is a Portuguese palace popularly known as the Dutch Palace. It is now a museum displaying paraphernalia belonging to the rajas of Kochi. The four separate wings of the Mattancherry Palace surround a central courtyard which has a temple as well.
Santa Cruz lBasilica: The Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica is located at Fort Kochi and is one of the eight Basilicas in India. Famous for its gothic style architecture and portuguese interiors, the church is the second cathedral built by the Portuguese. Located on K.B. Jacob Road in Fort Kochi, this beautiful Roman Catholic Church serves as the cathedral church of the Diocese of Kochi.
St. Francis Church: St. Francis Church in Kochi, which finely exhibits Portuguese architecture, is believed to be one of a kind amongst all the European churches which were constructed in India. It was constructed in the 15th century by the Portuguese traders. Vasco-da-Gama, the famous explorer, was buried in this church when he died in 1524, on his third visit to India. His remains were moved to Lisbon after fourteen years but his gravestone is still present in the church.
Ernakulam Railwaystation Drop
