Discover Goa’s historical Portuguese influences on this private half-day tour. Learn about Goa’s colonial history as you visit some of the region’s most Portuguese-influenced sites including the Se Cathedral and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Basilica of Bom Jesus. Then, visit Fontainhas, the heavily Portuguese-influenced Latin Quarter in the city of Panaji, before marveling at fantastic views of the Arabian Sea from one of Goa’s hidden gems, the Dona Paula Jetty. After your tour, you can choose to enjoy a traditional Goan and Portuguese lunch at the popular O’Coquerio restaurant.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✔ Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
✔ Private English-speaking guide
✖ Gratuities
✖ Food and drinks
Pickup Locations
1. OYO 9860 Alluring 1BHK
2. Hotel Martins Siesta
3. The Menino Regency
4. Hotel Miramar
5. Hotel Gautam
6. Neo Majestic Hotel
7. Old Goa Residency
8. Tenement House
9. Storii by ITC Hotels Shanti Morada, Saligao
10. Ocean Waves Goa Holiday
11. OYO 9411 Resort Calangute
12. Rustic Comforts
13. Surya Sangolda
14. OYO 12884 Neelratna Guest House
15. OYO Townhouse 041 Calangute
16. Dorress Inn
17. The Mint Goa
18. Elegant 2Bhk Porvorim North Goa
19. OYO 35537 Nihaan Hospitality
20. OYO 48901 Knowell Resorts
Additional Info: Pick up and Drop off location for this tour
Panaji / Calangute / Candolim / Baga.
Supplement cost will be applicable for pickup beyond the above set pickup pointturns to original departure point
Itinerary
1
Basilica of Bom Jesus
Meet your guide at your Goa hotel and travel in private, air-conditioned comfort to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed site, Basilica of Born Jesus. Walk across the marble floor that’s inlaid with precious stones and visit the remains of Catholic missionary St Francis Xavier. Learn about this man’s life from your guide, as well as from the detailed paintings that decorate the interior. Head upstairs to a gallery of surrealist paintings from Dom Martin, a Goan painter.
Duration: 30 minutes
2
Se Cathedral
Travel by foot to Se Cathedral, known by locals as Se Cathedral of Santa Catarina. This gothic-style Portuguese architecture houses one of the largest bells in Goa and is dedicated to a saint who was martyred in the 4th century for her Christian devotion
Duration: 20 minutes
3
Fontainhas
Wander the Latin Quarter, known as Fontainhas and experience the sights, sounds and flavors of Portuguese influence first hand as you explore the streets.
Duration: 15 minutes
4
St Sebastian Chapel
Make a stop at St Sebastian Chapel, where statues of historic figures like Abade Faria, a Roman Catholic monk, are displayed.
Duration: 20 minutes
5
Dona Paula Beach
Next, travel in comfort to Dona Paula Jetty, a peaceful bay where epic views of Mormugao Harbor and the Arabian Sea make for the perfect photo op. Take in the natural wonder of the scene that’s unique to this out of the way treasure before heading to a tiny market on the waterway.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• A small amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• No strict dress code is enforced to enter places of worship. However, please be advised to dress accordingly; short shorts or sleeveless tops are not recommended
• Lunch costs including drinks usually range between USD $2 and USD $15
