Muziris Heritage & Jewish Synagogue Day Tour from Kochi

Step back into Kerala’s ancient global past on this immersive Jewish & Muziris Heritage Day Tour from Cochin. Discover the remnants of Muziris, one of the world’s oldest international trading ports, and explore the rich legacy of the Cochin Jewish community, whose roots stretch back over 2,000 years.

This cultural journey takes you through synagogues, palaces, churches, forts, and historic towns that once connected India with Rome, Arabia, China, and Europe.

Tour Highlights

• Explore one of India’s oldest Jewish synagogues
• Walk through ancient spice trade routes
• Discover the lost port city of Muziris
• Learn stories of Roman, Arab & Jewish traders
• Multi-religious harmony in a single region

Tour Itinerary

Pickup from Cochin

Meet your heritage guide and begin the journey in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle toward Mattancherry, the historic heart of Kochi’s spice trade.

Jewish Heritage Walk, Mattancherry

Explore Kochi’s historic Jewish quarter and learn about one of India’s oldest Jewish communities.

Visits include:

• Paradesi Synagogue (1568 AD)
• Jew Town & Antique Street
• Historic spice trade lanes

Drive to Chendamangalam

Scenic drive through Kerala’s countryside toward the heritage village of Chendamangalam, once part of the ancient Muziris region.

Chendamangalam Synagogue & Heritage Village

Visit the beautifully restored synagogue and Jewish cemetery. Walk through the village showcasing centuries of religious harmony.

Paliam Palace

Explore the former residence of the powerful Paliam family, prime ministers of the Kingdom of Cochin, and learn about their connections with Jewish traders.

Lunch Break

Lunch at a local restaurant (traditional Kerala Food).

Kottappuram Fort

Visit the ruins of the Portuguese fort built to guard the ancient Muziris port. Learn about early European maritime trade and colonial history.

Kodungallur (Ancient Muziris Region)

Explore the legendary region of Muziris, once a major global trading hub.

• Cheraman Juma Masjid (India’s first mosque)
• Muziris Heritage Museum

Return Drive to Cochin

Relax as you travel back to Cochin, reflecting on Kerala’s ancient global connections.

Drop-off at Cochin

Tour concludes at your hotel / Your Place.

Inclusions:

• Private AC cab for round-trip transfers from Cochin.
• Experience Driver
• Entry Tickets
• Boat Ride at Kadamakkudy Islands
• Bottled Water
• Lunch
• Parking And Toll Taxes

Exclusions:

• Personal expenses
• Own Personal Activities
• Breakfast And Dinner

Duration: 01 Day
Destinations: Cochin – Mattancherry – Chendamangalam – Kodungallur

Features

• Air conditioning
• Free Parking
• Instant Book

Location