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Where port is the Cochin Heritage Tour  excursion closest to?

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The Cochin Heritage Tour  excursion is located a short distance from the port of Kochi, India.

Question 2

What is the adult price (USD) for the Cochin Heritage Tour  excursion?

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$54

Question 3

Is there any additional info available for the Cochin Heritage Tour  excursion?

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Wheelchair accessible - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Question 4

Are there options available for the Cochin Heritage Tour  excursion?

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Cochin Heritage Tour

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Does the Cochin Heritage Tour  excursion have itinerary items?

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Chinese fishing nets (Cheena vala) are fishing nets that are fixed land installations for fishing. While commonly known as Chinese fishing nets The Chinese fishing nets have become a very popular tourist attraction. Their size and elegant construction are photogenic and the slow rhythm of their operation is quite hypnotic. - The Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica at Fort Kochi is one of the eight Basilicas in Kerala. Counted as one of the heritage edifices of Kerala, this church is one of the finest and most impressive churches in India and visited by tourists the whole year-round. It is a place of devotion as well as a centre of historic significance, endowed with architectural and artistic grandeur and colours of the gothic style. The basilica serves as the Cathedral church of the Diocese of Cochin. - The St. Francis Church, well-known for its beautiful structural design and ambience, has an important place in history. It is here that the famous explorer, Vasco-da-Gama, was originally buried. His remains would be taken back 14 years later but to this day, the exact spot is clearly marked. The place is known for its deep Dutch and Portuguese influences and is an architectural marvel in itself.The credit for its construction goes to the Portuguese Franciscan Friars in 1503. - The Dutch connection of Fort Kochi does not end with the above mentioned two churches. Down the road from St Francis Church, that runs parallel to the beach, stands the Dutch Cemetery. The cemetery, which was consecrated in 1724, is believed to be the oldest in the country - Historic Jew Town, the heart of the once-thriving Cochin Jewish community, is known for its old-world charm and 16th-century Paradesi Synagogue. Quaint shops around Synagogue Lane and Jew Town Road sell antiques, carvings, and vintage collectables, along with Kerala crafts and aromatic spices. Laid-back outdoor cafes and artsy eateries, some in heritage buildings, serve local specialities and Western fare. - A synagogue is a Jewish or Samaritan house of worship. Synagogues have a large place for prayer and may also have smaller rooms for study and sometimes a social hall and offices. Some have a separate room for Torah study, called the בית מדרש beth Midrash house of study. - A charming seaside area, Fort Kochi is known for its Dutch, Portuguese, and British colonial architecture, and elaborate bamboo fishing nets at Fort Kochi Beach. St. Francis Church was the original burial site of explorer Vasco da Gama.

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What does the Cochin Heritage Tour  excursion include?

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lunch - in-vehicle air conditioning - all fees and/or taxes

Question 7

What is the cancellation policy for the Cochin Heritage Tour  excursion?

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

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