Old Goa Tour: Explore Historic Churches, Temples & Tropical Spice Plantation with Goan Lunch
4.5
18 Ratings
Panjim
Embark on an off-beat tour of Old Goa and explore its historic churches, temples, and a tropical spice plantation. Indulge in a lip-smacking Goan lunch and discover the rich heritage of Goa before the Portuguese colonial rule.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Se Cathedral - Morning our guide will pick you from your hotel and proceed towards Old Goa. Constructed in 1619 AD, The Edifice of Se Cathedral is the largest church in Asia. With its superb Iberian façade, soaring ceilings, fabulous mosaic work, intricate wood and gilded carvings, the Se Cathedral, also sometimes called St. Catherine’s cathedral is an absolute must-see for any visitor in Goa.
What's Included
- Private Car driven by friendly Driver
- Lunch on fixed menu basis
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information
Tour to the Off-beat Old Goa, to discover the Churches that are simply fascinating! Their imposing grand facades, the intricate detailing of the interiors mesmerizes you. Also the ancient architecture is so appealing. Many times these fabulous churches are shown in Bollywood movies due to their rustic charm.
Later visiting Tropical spice plantation gives a much needed break from the packed beaches of Goa and is a pleasant activity. Enjoy a lip smacking Goan Lunch (group basis) hosted inside the plantation only.
Also visit a 400 year Old Hindu temple known as “Mangeshi” temple, a reminiscent of erstwhile Hindu heritage of Goa before the Portuguese colonial rule.
- Infant meals not included
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years
- Dress code is smart casual
Location
Se Cathedral
Old Goa,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.5
(18 Ratings)
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Annek2423
Jan 7, 2024
Great trip to Old Goa and spice plantation - We had a great trip to the sights of Old Goa as well as a spice plantation. Loved the guided spice tour and lunch after. Comfortable drive in private vehicles (we were only 2 persons).
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577marunab
Oct 4, 2023
an authentic local experience in Goa - an authentic local experience in Goa, skip the tourist traps and experience the real local side of Goa, the ancient churches and temples and spice plantations were amazing
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Elena50171193610
Sep 30, 2023
explore the tourism in Goa that is not about just beaches - Thanks to the tour agency for showing us something that was not related to beaches of Goa. It was so amazing to see something that represented the values and beliefs of local Goa people
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Reginagv1664rl
Sep 26, 2023
Nice farm and heritage goa sites - real heritage of Goa well explored along with our driver...we had booked the tour in advance and found the service diligently arranged.....we were glad to see the real face of Goa, like how the locals live and practices their beliefs and values as evident in the places of worship
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Roxanem502
Sep 25, 2023
A complete family pack! - As a family tour we really liked this one. We were shown the quaint and local life of Goa, where do the locals go for practicing their religious beliefs and from where they get their spices.....Specially along with the small kids you find the spots covered under this trip very reasonable and worth
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Delphid390
Sep 6, 2023
Rustic and heritage side of Goa - A great tour of the real face of Goa, those who consider Goa just as a party destination, they should experience this tour to see the rustic and heritage side of Goa
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Daydream41066699040
Aug 16, 2023
Best tour in Goa for those who wish to explore the heritage and quaint side of Goa - Best tour in Goa for those who wish to explore the heritage and quaint side of Goa. This tour breaks the stereotype of Goa as a mere party destination only. See the real side of Goa's history and culture.
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Loesl812
Jul 12, 2023
Alluring Goa with a bit of Goan cuisine - Alluring Goa with a bit of Goan cuisine. Churches of Goa offers an insight into the Portuguese part of Goa, feel like you are in a typical heritage European area. Lunch in a spice farm was a real treat because of the aroma of the spice farms around and the food was good also
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Paulay8898vr
Apr 16, 2024
As a solo traveller this trip cost approx £90 via TripAdvisor. Probably worth half that. - 5* for Krishan the driver, real great guy. The guide at the Spanish church although extremely knowledge rattled through his dialogue faster than I could keep up with. Any questions were greeted with a puzzled luck and a shake of the head. Ultimately it was just another church as was the second site across the road built by the Spanish around 1600. Here an old gentleman with equally good historical knowledge, and who claimed to be the priest, walked my around and then demanded 10k rupees. The next stop was a beautiful Hindu temple who wouldn't allow me in as I was wearing shorts in 33 degree heat. The Spice Farm tour was interesting, and bought a couple of gifts, but the food was very basic.
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Bethany
Sep 25, 2023
Good tour - You’re better off just finding a decent taxi driver to take you to these places for the day, you’ll save some money - communication with the facilitator over WhatsApp was good though
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