Half Day Goa Shore Excursion by Make It Happen

5.0 (1 reviews) Goa, India
Duration5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

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.

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
  • Vehicle for the experience.
  • Hotel pickups and drops.
  • Sightseeing points that fall outside of the curated route.

What to expect

  1. Viceroy's Arch
    20m
    One of the earliest gateway built in India. We begin at the Viceroy's Arch with an introduction
  2. St. Cajetan's Church
    30m
    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
  3. Se Cathedral
    20m
    We visit the Se Cathedral, entry is subject to the mass timings at the Cathedral and operational hours.
  4. Basilica of Bom Jesus
    20m
    Enter the Basilica of Bom Jesus, which has the relics of St. Francis Xavier. Entry is subject to mass timings and operational hours.
  5. Divar Island
    2h
    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.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet the guests right below the Viceroy's Arch in Old Goa

End point

We meet the guests right below the Viceroy's Arch in Old Goa

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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