Old Goa Churches, Temples & Spice Plantation With "Goan" Lunch

4.7 (35 reviews) 5–6 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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Old Goa Churches, Temples & Spice Plantation With "Goan" Lunch — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

05 Sites of the Off-beat Old Goa
Fascinating colonial era Churches with grand facades, intricate interiors
Visit spice plantation, Gaining hands-on experience with how spices grow
Savor 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.

NOTE: Tourists arriving by CRUISE ships CANNOT book this tour, because Sea Port authorities have their own transport setup.

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At a glance

Duration: 5–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Discover Activities

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–11 years) · Youth (12–17 years) · Adults (18–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Tour guide
Included: Private Car driven by friendly Driver
Included: Lunch on fixed menu basis

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified

Itinerary

Se Cathedral

30 min

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. NOTE: NO shorts and sleeveless are allowed while going inside the religious place like this.
Basilica of Bom Jesus

30 min

This 400 year old Church site has got rich cultural and religious significance, the Basilica of Bom Jesus has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Literally translating to 'Holy Jesus', this is the only church in Old Goa that is not been plastered on the outside. The facade of the church has triangular roofing which is delicately carved with the initials 'IHS', which is an abbreviation for Jesuit emblem meaning 'Jesus, Saviour of Men'. NOTE: NO shorts and sleeveless are allowed while going inside the religious place like this.
St. Augustine's Tower

20 min

Also visit St. Augustine's tower a hot favorite for all Bollywood movie shots.
Tropical Spice Plantation

2 hours Admission included

Time for lip smacking Lunch , Arrive at Tropical Spice Plantation: Listen to the delightful birds, laze around by the stream or simply enjoy a stroll through the stretch of beetle nut plantations. The tropical spice plantation has lots to offer, peace of mind being the greatest of all. Enjoy a varied menu like Prawn Curry, Goan Chicken dish, White and brown rice, Goan Bread, fish fry and a couple of veg items also.
Mangeshi Temple

30 min

Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this 400 year old temple has been mesmerizing devotees and visitors with its simplistic beauty for the last 400 years. The temple is adorned with a refreshing water body. According to some, this is one of the oldest parts of the temple.

There is also a seven storied lamp tower in the temple complex. There are also a few shrines dedicated to the family deities which are located within the temple complex.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

The Menino Regency
OYO 19517 Hotel Guimaka Classic
Storii by ITC Hotels Shanti Morada, Saligao
Ocean Waves Goa Holiday
OYO 9411 Resort Calangute
Casa Dos Rebelos
Hotel O The Hotel Classic
Super OYO Roshan Villa Near Immaculate Conception Church
La Maison by Dia Hotels and Homes
OYO 8055 Hotel Kismet
Frankies Holiday Inn
Hotel Aqua City

and 220 more pickup points

Centrally located Goa hotels, preferably in North Goa. If you stay in South Goa, then check with us for the supplement costs.

Those arriving by any CRUISE, shall have to check for the supplement too

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infant meals not included
Minimum drinking age is 21 years
Dress code is smart casual
NOTE: NO shorts and sleeveless are allowed while going inside the religious place like this.

Options

From Goa Port / Dock

Pick up & drop from Goa Port

Guided

Private Car

Pickup included
Old Goa Churches, Temples & Spice Plantation With "Goan" Lunch

Pickup included