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

- 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.

1. 1

   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.

2. 2

   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.

3. 3

   St. Augustine's Tower

   20 min

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

4. 4

   Tropical Spice Plantation

   2 hours

   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.

5. 5

   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.

• 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.

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