Half Day Goa Shore Excursion by Make It Happen
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover a treasure trove of history on this intriguing heritage walk around the former colonial Portuguese capital in Velha Goa (Old Goa) and transition into a change of pace as you experience a day in the life of a local on the quaint Divar Island, followed by a sumptuous lunch spread of local delicacies. Experience hosted by an English speaking, knowledgeable & professional Storyteller. Discover the fascinating history of Goa’s former Portuguese empire, as well as the origins of the old city. Explore an impressive collection of churches that have earned Goa its title as the ‘Rome of the Orient’. Immerse yourself in tales of various Catholic orders and revered saints, as well as enthralling legends of sealed passages, hidden vaults and tombs. Discover Divar Island’s multicultural heritage as we visit landmark monuments-from ancient Hindu temples to Goa’s finest 18th century baroque church with stunning panoramic views. Culminate your experience with a sumptuous Goan lunch.
Inclusions
What's included
- Enjoy a scrumptious Goan lunch
- Entry into some of the best churches in Asia
- Visit to an ancient temple site.
- Visit to the site of a Baroque-style church (entry inside the church is prohibited).
- A refreshing tender coconut water drink.
- If time permits, we could also visit the St. Augustine Ruins, Our Lady of Rosary Church.
- Meeting a renowned Goan Musician.
- Experience led by a knowledgeable storyteller/Guide
What's not
- Vehicle for the experience.
- Hotel pickups and drops.
- Sightseeing points that fall outside of the curated route.
Itinerary
One of the earliest gateway built in India. We begin at the Viceroy's Arch with an introduction
We walk towards the complex of the Church of St. Cajetan, a mini replica of the Basilica of St Peter in Rome. We also stop at the Gate of the Palace of Adil Shah
We visit the Se Cathedral, entry is subject to the mass timings at the Cathedral and operational hours.
Enter the Basilica of Bom Jesus, which has the relics of St. Francis Xavier. Entry is subject to mass timings and operational hours.
We then take a ferry ride and head to the Island of Divar where we visit two churches, the ruins of an ancient temple site.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We meet the guests right below the Viceroy's Arch in Old Goa
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 20 travellers
- Operated by
- Make It Happen
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in India, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 41% below the median of the 84 day trips we list in India, outside the cities.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 39 of 84.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
Special offers in India, outside the cities
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