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Heritage Exploration: Artifact, Mansion and Market Tour encompassing the Rich History of Goa
4.9
15 Ratings
Panaji
Embark on a heritage exploration tour in Goa, discovering local artifacts, a magnificent mansion, a palatial house, and a traditional market. Immerse yourself in the rich history of Goa!
Embark on a heritage exploration tour in Goa, discovering local artifacts, a magnificent mansion, a palatial house, and a traditional market. Immerse yourself in the rich history of Goa!
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Goa Chitra Museum - The Goa Chitra Museum, located in the coastal village of Benaulim, Goa, offers a fascinating glimpse into the traditional implements, vessels, and tools that have developed over centuries in Goa’s agrarian heartland, supporting farming and other traditional trades.
- Chandor - Explore a heritage mansion in Chandor,…
- Goa Chitra Museum - The Goa Chitra Museum, located in the coastal village of Benaulim, Goa, offers a fascinating glimpse into the traditional implements, vessels, and tools that have developed over centuries in Goa’s agrarian heartland, supporting farming and other traditional trades.
- Chandor - Explore a heritage mansion in Chandor, constructed in the 17th century, which spans an entire side of the village square.
- Palacio do Deao - Visit this 213-year-old mansion, built by a Portuguese nobleman who was the Dean of the Church and the founder of Quepem town. At Palacio Do Deão, enjoy traditional Goan cuisine with a local family, available by prior appointment.
- Margao Market - Discover the traditional old Portuguese-style covered market in Margao, where visitors can see and purchase local spices and Goan delicacies.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Entrance Fees included to Goa Chitra and Heritage Mansion Chandor
- English Speaking Guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- Entrance Fees included to Goa Chitra and Heritage Mansion Chandor
- English Speaking Guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Lunch
- Alcoholic beverages
- Lunch
Additional Information
This journey is ideal for tourists interested in experiencing local artifacts, assorted agricultural tools, diverse means of transport, and antique professions that are revitalised and exhibited at a museum named Goa Chitra.
Following the museum trip, we venture to the initial capital city of Goa, previously called Chandrapur, now renamed Chandor, to…
This journey is ideal for tourists interested in experiencing local artifacts, assorted agricultural tools, diverse means of transport, and antique professions that are revitalised and exhibited at a museum named Goa Chitra.
Following the museum trip, we venture to the initial capital city of Goa, previously called Chandrapur, now renamed Chandor, to explore a Goan Mansion featuring impressive crystal chandeliers, a ballroom, and custom carved furniture.
Post visiting the Mansion, we drive to a neighbouring village named Quepem to visit a grand residence known as Palácio do Deão. Constructed in 1787 by a Priest, here you have an option to relish a delectable Goan Meal catered by the family at your own expense at the house.
Lastly, we travel to the traditional covered market of Margão. Here you can witness Goa’s local produce for sale under a covered canopy, and experience the characteristic smell of local spices and traditional Goan sweets.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
- No Alcoholic or Non Alcoholic Beverages will be served with the lunch. All Alcoholic or Non Alcoholic beverages are to be purchased on separately direct payment.
- If you are to be picked up from the Mormugao Harbour . The guide will be standing at the exit point after Immigration Check, with a Viator Placard having your name on it.
Location
Panaji
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(15 Ratings)
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Flyer252513
Jul 4, 2025
Look no further - If you are looking for a 5 star private custom tour of Goa, don’t look beyond Mario. Encyclopaedic knowledge, excellent English, punctual, tour given in comfortable AC car, and Mario is a gentleman.
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Louiseayre
Apr 4, 2025
Book this trip ! - We had another fabulous day out with Mario exploring South Goa and the Portuguese influence . We visited some beautifully restored mansions and had the most amazing home cooked food . Mario has a wealth of knowledge to share and he brings the history alive with his enthusiasm . We thoroughly enjoyed our day with him and would not hesitate to recommend him for a fascinating look into Goa beyond the beaches . Thank you Mario ! Hope to see you again in our next visit !
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Roselainep839
Mar 21, 2025
Fantastic two days organized by Mario of Exotic Goan Adventures - Mario helped organize a fantastic two days in Goa. He was quick to respond. Always available. Pleasant personality. Clear explanations & full of useful information on the region. Thanks to Mario, we were able to visit three Portuguese colonial houses. Two in Chandor, Braganza and Fernandes mansions. One in Loutolim. Figuerido Mansion. Then a trip in the afternoon to the Sacred Hill of Old Goa to visit one chapel, two churches & a monastery in ruins. Next day out to Panjim to walk around in Fontainhas & Sao Tome, with a visit to the Goa state museum, up to Altinho to have coffee & cake at beautiful Cafe Bodega. Did the Panjim market. We walked on a few Goan beaches, Miramar, Siquerim, Caranzalem. All beautiful. Finished watching the sun set over the Oman sea from Fort Aguada. All in all two very rewarding days thanks to Mario. I strongly recommend his agency. He is used to dealing with Europeans & North Americans and has a very clear cut, organized manner to set up a tour perfectly.
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Departure151144
Feb 16, 2025
Tour by Mario - Mario was very knowledgable about Goa, he was eager and happy to answer any questions and was very patient and helpfull in taking pictures of the sites. The tour is a must if you want to know more about Goa and want to see and experience the main sites with background knowledge.
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Justinehav
Jan 12, 2025
Very nice discovery - Living in this neighborhood we were able to visit it day and night, las fontainhas is a beautiful place, amazing discovery in India. The remains of Portuguese colonization
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Priyasfamily
Dec 30, 2024
Great tour, great guide - We really enjoyed this tour with Mario. He's a very knowledge guide and a local historian. I would definitely recommend this tour to people wanting to learn about Goan history and life.
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R2872oxlauram
Sep 20, 2024
Great way to see the culture highlights - A luxurious tour from a passionate guide with encyclopedic knowledge of Goa! This was my first visit to Goa and I was initially overwhelmed trying to figure out how to see historical sites spread across South Goa. I was interested in the Portuguese influence outside Panjim but I was traveling solo and didn’t have transportation of my own. This tour solved that problem and exceeded my expectations. Mario is an expert at what he does—from his knowledge of history, to the high quality service, to his personal connections. He thought of the smallest details, like refreshing towels and shady spots to stand. He also was able to convince a historic home owner to open for tours on a day when the owner originally planned to close. Mario patiently answered every one of my questions and I walked away with a much richer understanding of Goa, past and present. I loved seeing the market. Another highlight was the Palácio do Deão. The lunch there was my best meal in Goa and will likely be the best food I eat during my entire trip to India. Highly recommend!
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Fearless40352972319
Aug 1, 2024
GOA TRIP! - We went to Goa during monsoon season and that did not deter us from sightseeing or having fun! Our itinerary was for 3 days and our guide was Mario from withlocals tour company. We visited so many places both in the North and South Goa. We encompassed churches like the Se Cathedral Church and Saint Augustine Ruins, took a leisurely stroll in Panjim's Fontainhas, age old Hindu temples and colonial solar houses and even made time to go visit and eat at the Spice Plantation. Mario is a very dedicated guide and a passionate historian who is an expert in his craft! He also takes very good care of his clients and is attentive to every detail and needs. If you go visit Goa and want a tour guide better call Mario Monteiro!
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Ambassador280940
Feb 26, 2024
An amazing and magical experience - Our 3 days with Mario were an absolutely amazing experience! He truly enriched our stay in Goa. Mario tailored the tours perfectly to our interests, providing detailed explanations and sharing fascinating historical curiosities along the way. The places we visited were truly magical, and the food was delightful. We completely emerged in Goa’s past and felt the real experience of the present.
Besides the amazing guide Mario is, his personality and kindness brought these days to the top! He is extremely attentive and doing the extra mile for people to be the most comfortable as possible always providing fresh beverages and refreshing towels that saved us during the hot weather. Finally the driver was also excellent and the car very comfortable. I highly recommended Exotic Goan excursions for anyone visiting Goa!
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Ratohe
Feb 25, 2024
Magnificent! - What a memorable tour I took with Mario! During the visit to Casa Meneses Bragança in Chandor I felt like I was in a movie! What a wonderful collection. Casa do Deão also transports us to the past, but with a modern touch. The story of the current owner Rubem and the delicious lunch they served us. A walk in the gardens is a must.
Mario is an excellent guide attentive to small and large details, such as his wonderful scented and refreshing wipes distributed at the right time. They also provided very cold drinks. I would repeat the tour without thinking twice. If you visit Goa, don't waste time looking for a guide. Contact Mario! Once more, thank you!
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