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Goa in 1 Day Tour with Churches,Temples,Spice Farm Tour

1. Goa in 1 Day Tour with Churches,Temples,Spice Farm Tour

You will be met at the cruise port by your guide who will take you to your transportation. Your journey will take you to the city of Panaji, which is the capital of the Indian state of Goa. Your walk will take you through the Portuguese Latin Quarters of Fontainhas (or Bairro das Fontainhas, in Portuguese). Many of the traditional houses here were built in the 18th and 19th centuries, and their red tiled roofs are what attracts tourists to this area year after year. You will then proceed to the old Goa Churches, Old Goa or Velha Goa (Velha means "old" in Portuguese). The remains of the city are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Old Goa contains churches affiliated to various congregations, including the Se Cathedral (the seat of the Archbishop of Goa), the Church of St. Francis of Assisi, the Church of S. Caetano, and notably, the Basilica of Bom Jesus which contains the relics of Saint Francis Xavier. The tour will then take a drive to the spice garden/plantation, where you will be welcomed in a traditional way before heading back to the cruise port.

Goa: Dudhsagar Waterfall & Spice Farm Tour with Jeep Safari

2. Goa: Dudhsagar Waterfall & Spice Farm Tour with Jeep Safari

dudhsagar waterfall trip package trip will start at 6.00 am where our driver will pick you up from your hotel or residence. our driver will drop you at the parking area near mollem national park. from the national park you will be transferred to a jeep safari, which will cover 12 kilometers through bhagwan mahavir wildlife sanctuary while crossing numerous small streams. you’ll be able to seek the thrill of adventure and admire the wondrous flora and fauna as you drive across the wilderness in a jeep safari. we also provide one guide who is well versed in hindi & english providing you with every detail of the trip making it an informative plus adventurous experience. you can swim and enjoy the magnificent dudhsagar waterfall for about 2 hours at the foot of the waterfall. you can also watch natural fish in the pond formed at the base of the waterfall. our trip package also includes life jacket fees, forest entry fees, etc. at the base, the waterfall looks like milk flowing down with sheer force. after spending some time at dudhsagar falls, you’ll be taken to the spice plantation trip. spice plantation tour after heading from dudhsagar fall, we will leave for a spice plantation trip which is located nearby. we will provide you with a truly authentic goan meal at the spice plantation where traditional spices and herbs can be found, you have the option to enjoy an elephant ride and shower for an additional fee. among the spices you can find a few plants such as nutmeg, cloves, betel nut trees, cinnamon and other related spices. after having a lunch and enjoying few activities we will head towards old goa church visit to old goa church heritage after having lunch and enjoying a meal at the spice plantation we will take a tour of old goa church which is now a unesco heritage site. we will visit old goa church after lunch at a spice plantation. this church has been declared a unesco world heritage site. goa's patron saint francis xavier's mortal remains are kept in the basilica of bom jesus. visit the museums preserved in the church, and enjoy taking pictures of the old heritage. few additional charges will apply for a walkthrough of the museum, which will be paid on site.

Mormugao Port: 6-Hour Private Goa Tour

3. Mormugao Port: 6-Hour Private Goa Tour

Enjoy a pick-up from Mormugao Port in the morning and drive to Old Goa. Discover the historical Portuguese influences on Goa's religion and architecture. Visit the Basilica of Bom Jesus, the most famous monument that holds the remains of St. Francis Xavier, then St. Cathedral (the largest), the Church of St. Francis of Assisi, St. Cajetan Church that was built in the style of St. Peter's Basilica in Rome and the Church of Lady of Rosary and Nunnery of St. Monica. Then, explore the tropical Spice Plantation (lunch). Drive to the Mangueshi Temple and later visit Panaji (the capital city of Goa) and Fontainhas (or Bairro das Fontainhas in Portuguese), an old Latin Quarter. Later transfer back to your accommodation

3 Days Goa Tour Package

4. 3 Days Goa Tour Package

Day 1; - You will be met and greeted by our representative at Goa airport. After check in at your hotel, we start our three days tour of Goa. City of Panjim is famous for its classic Goan culture. Today we will explore the Portuguese styled old cathedrals. Basilica of Bom jesus and Se Cathedral. These cathedrals are revered by the locals and have amazing stories of reverence. In the afternoon you can explore a beach very much in proximity to panjim city, the Miramar is a crowded beach with lots to offer. In the evening you can enjoy a Mandovi river cruise which has lots of dance and fun element. Drive back to your hotel. Day 2:- After breakfast we start our day. Goa can be divided into two parts. North Goa and South Goa. The North part of Goa has lots of very famous beaches. Today our entire day is reserved to explore these beaches viz, Calangute, Baga, Anjuna. These beaches have very different character. There are restaurants, you can even indulge in water sports such as para sailing, water scooter, water skiing etc. At the end we will cover a fort known as fort Aguda, the fort has a section now converted in to a hotel. Today you can enjoy the night life of Goa either at a famous hang out place like “Tito’s bar” or around the famous beach like Calangute. Around these beaches are small markets where you can buy souvenirs, handicrafts etc. Day 3:- Today after breakfast and a smooth check out from the hotel we will proceed to the southern part of Goa. This part has more serene beaches. Some very fine beache resorts are also located in southern part of Goa. The beach has tourist cottages, eateries, Shacks etc. You can enjoy your day strolling around or basking in the sun on the beach later we will drive to Goa airport to board a flight for onward home bound journey. Our Tour Ends

Goa: Old Goa Churches and Spiritual Walk

5. Goa: Old Goa Churches and Spiritual Walk

Your guide will meet you at your tour meeting point, from where you can get ready and fasten your seat belts before being taken on a journey through the Portuguese Era. You'll first be taken to the Basilica of Bom Jesus, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From there you will visit the old Goa Churches, before moving on to the Church of St. Francis of Assisi. Next on your agenda will be the Archaeological Museum and Kristu Kala Mandir Art Gallery, which will be the most cultural element of your experience. The Sé Cathedral will be next, which is the largest church in Asia and contains a statue of Jesus. Finally, you'll explore the Adil Shah Palace Gateway, Viceroy’s Arch, and the Statue of Jesus. Your tour will then conclude with your touring the Church of St. Cajetan which provides excellent views of the Mandovi River and Divar Island.

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Thank you for a great tour, Joe. Very much liked it and glad to have gotten a little taste of Goa and the churches. You are a great tour guide. Hope to do a longer Goa tour with you next time we visit!