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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview
Fontainhas is not only one of the oldest but the most picturesque area in Goa. The only area still preserved as part of the Latin colony. The people of this area have managed to still keep its quaint familiar charm.
The beautiful decorated ‘Azulejos’, the narrow alleys of this neighborhood gives way to striking views of the cityscape. Our tour begins in Fontainhas and will pass through some key areas before heading to a local tavern for shot of Feni, a local drink.
What's included
Local guide
Private tour
Bottled water
Coffee and/or Tea
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off (*Can be provided at additional supplement cost based on your hotel you have booked)
What to expect
Fontainhas
30m
visit past the Clube Vasco Da Gama, here the first Indo-German Friendship society is nestled, they have special programs lined up in the month of October (Beer festival). Further down town head towards the Abde Faria statue - The statue of Abbe Jose Custodia Faria, is that of a priest hypnotizing a woman and is located in a small square just near the Secretariat in Panjim. Alexender Duman writing his Count of Monte Cristo fifty years later included in his novel a prisoner in the Chateau known as the Mad Monk. He gave this character the name of Abbe through hardly on the true facts of his adventurous life.
Church Of Our Lady Of The Immaculate Conception
15m
The Mary Immaculate conception church - This Church is located in the heart of the city. It is one of the first churches to be built in Goa with its church bells being the second largest in the world. Best viewed at night when the entire monument is ablaze with lights. Earlier, it is said to have acted almost like a lighthouse for weary sailors. The imposing structure speaks volumes about the religiosity of the times (1540's).
Panjim
30m
Your host will take you to the fish & vegetable market, walk through the bustling Panjim fish and vegetable market – this is a large colorful market where you can see all sorts of interesting things on offer, including household wares, spices, fish, meat, vegetables and many other goods. It's a great way to see daily life in Goa.
Later proceed to Fontainhas area with a Tuk Tuk.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
End point
Pickup details
(1) Hotels located in South of Goa will incur additional surcharge depending on the location of your hotel.
(2) Additional surcharge of Rs. 2500 for pickup from Port / Airport.
Additional information
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
