Pilgrimage tours

Kerala St Thomas Christian Trail

Santa Cruz Basilica and St Francis Church in Fort Kochi, the Marthoma shrine at Azhikode where St Thomas is believed to have landed, and the hill shrine of Malayattoor.

Trip at a glance

Duration5 days / 4 nights
Starts inKochi
RouteKochi · Kodungallur · Malayattoor
Places3 destinations
StateKerala, India
Ideal forPilgrimage tours, Cultural holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-191YCM

Best time to visit: October to March

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St Francis Church – Kochi

Trip overview

Santa Cruz Basilica and St Francis Church in Fort Kochi, the Marthoma shrine at Azhikode where St Thomas is believed to have landed, and the hill shrine of Malayattoor.

The route spends 2 nights in Kochi, 1 night in Kodungallur and 1 night in Malayattoor, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits pilgrimage tours and cultural holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Chinese fishing netsMattancherry PalaceParadesi SynagogueCheraman Juma MasjidMarthoma Pontifical Shrine, AzhikodeKodungallur Bhagavathy TempleMalayattoor KurisumudiSt Thomas Church, MalayattoorWay of the Cross path

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Kochi

Arrive via Cochin International Airport (COK) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Chinese fishing nets: Cantilevered nets on the Fort Kochi waterfront

Day 2Kochi: Mattancherry Palace and Paradesi Synagogue

Mattancherry Palace: Palace with Kerala murals depicting the Ramayana
Paradesi Synagogue: Synagogue built in 1568 in Jew Town

Day 3Kochi to Kodungallur

Travel from Kochi to Kodungallur by private vehicle
Check in at your Kodungallur hotel
Cheraman Juma Masjid: Traditionally held to be India's oldest mosque

Day 4Kodungallur to Malayattoor

Travel from Kodungallur to Malayattoor by private vehicle
Check in at your Malayattoor hotel
St Thomas Church, Malayattoor: Church at the foot of the hill

Day 5Depart from Malayattoor

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Cochin International Airport (COK) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Darshan and aarti timings planned around temple hours
Online darshan or registration booked through official channels where available
Comfortable pace and short walks planned for elders
Dress codes and rules for each shrine shared before you go
Licensed local guides at the major heritage sites

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Kochi: Stay in Fort Kochi rather than Ernakulam to walk the heritage streets in the evening.
Kodungallur: Join the Muziris boat tour from Kottappuram to see the heritage sites from the water.
Malayattoor: Start the climb early in the morning; it is about 2 km of steep steps and rock.

At a glance

Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
Route: Kochi, Kodungallur, Malayattoor
Ideal for: Pilgrimage tours, Cultural holidays
Best time: October to March; October to April; Lent and Easter for the feast
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-191YCM

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 4 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
Pick-up and drop at the arrival and departure point
Driver allowances, tolls, parking and fuel for the itinerary route
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

Flights or train tickets unless added to your quote
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Entry tickets, camera fees and optional activities unless stated
Personal expenses such as laundry, tips and shopping
Travel insurance
GST as applicable

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Kochi: October to March. Kodungallur: October to March. Malayattoor: October to April; Lent and Easter for the feast.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Kochi (Cochin International Airport (COK), about 40 km). We can add flights or train tickets from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

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