Excursion World cruise collection: spectacular kalaripayatu performance & boat-cruise with themed mopilah lunch tour at Cochin

Experience the traditions and flavours of Cochin during this immersive, half-day World Cruise Collection sightseeing excursion via boat.

Cochin, Boat Jetty, Boat-Ride, Brunton Boatyard, Kalaripayattu Performance

Newly-designed especially for our valued World Cruise guests, your World Cruise Collection tour begins with a short walk to the boat jetty. Upon arrival, embark a local motorboat for a scenic, 30-minute ride to the nearby Brunton Boatyard boat jetty, and proceed to the venue for a Kalaripayattu performance. It is believed that in Sanskrit, the word 'Khaloorika' denotes a place where weapons training is practiced. It is from this term that the word 'Kalari' came into use in Malayalam to mean an institution (gymnasium, dojo, etc.) for imparting knowledge of, and training in, martial arts. The 'Kalari' was the first educational centre in Kerala. From early times until the middle of the 20th century, it was the place for all types of education, and, after the temple, the most important establishment anywhere in Kerala.

Hindu Rituals, Altar, Ganapathy Platform

Included in the Kalaripayattu performances are rituals such as the worship of certain Hindu Gods inside the Kalari. The arena has to be in the area of God. Inside the arena, in the southwest corner, an altar is built for the presiding deity; a solemn concept. Alongside the altar is a platform constructed for Ganapathy, the remover of obstacles.

Mopilah Lunch, Return Boat-Ride, Boat Jetty

Following the Kalaripayattu performances, proceed to the courtyard of the hotel for an exclusive, themed Mopilah lunch with Indian beer, wine and refreshments. Mopilah's are Muslims from the Malabar region of Kerala, and renowned for their food. After lunch, return to the hotel's boat jetty, embark your boat and commence the approximately 30-minute ride back to the boat jetty. Upon arrival, disembark your boat and commence the short walk back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Cochin, Boat Jetty, Boat-Ride, Brunton Boatyard, Kalaripayattu Performance, Hindu Rituals, Altar, Ganapathy Platform, Mopilah Lunch

Note

Please note: This World Cruise Collection tour requires a moderate amount of walking, at times over uneven surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to embark/disembark the boat. This tour is not suitable for guests prone to seasickness, guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, sun protection and insect repellent are recommended. Guests must be at least 18 years old to participate in tastings of alcoholic beverages. Coaches, guides and equipment are the best-available in the area, but may not be up to the standards of those found on other excursions. The tour sequence may vary.