Explore Goa’s rich history and vibrant culture with a half-day tour of Old Goa and Panaji City, the past and present capitals.
Explore Goa’s rich history and vibrant culture with a half-day tour of Old Goa and Panaji City, the past and present capitals.
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Panaji - Begin your day in the vibrant heart of Goa, Panaji (Panjim). Stroll through the cobblestone streets and admire the colorful villas and buildings from the Portuguese colonial era.
Head to Miramar Beach, situated at the meeting point of the Mandovi River and the Arabian Sea. Enjoy a relaxing walk along the palm-lined beach. - **Explore Goa’s…
- Panaji - Begin your day in the vibrant heart of Goa, Panaji (Panjim). Stroll through the cobblestone streets and admire the colorful villas and buildings from the Portuguese colonial era.
Head to Miramar Beach, situated at the meeting point of the Mandovi River and the Arabian Sea. Enjoy a relaxing walk along the palm-lined beach.
- Explore Goa’s Old Latin Quarter with Fun Cryptic Clues - Late Morning: Latin Quarters Walk
Proceed to Fontainhas, the heart of Panjim’s Latin quarter. Meander through narrow lanes adorned with vibrant Portuguese villas, balconies, and red-tiled roofs.
Visit St. Sebastian’s Chapel, a three-tiered whitewashed church from the 1800s. Discover the chic Gallery Gitanjali, which showcases contemporary art and hosts cultural events.
- Old Goa - Afternoon: Old Goa Churches
Journey to Old Goa, also known as Velha Goa, located along the Mandovi River. Start your exploration of the former capital of Portuguese India.
Visit the Basilica of Bom Jesus, which houses the remains of St. Francis Xavier, and the Church of St. Cajetan, inspired by St. Peter’s in Rome. Marvel at the grandeur of the Se Cathedral with its ornate chapels and bell tower.

- In-vehicle air conditioning
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Lunch
This brief half-day tour offers an exploration of Goa’s rich history and culture, highlighting Old Goa, the former capital during the Portuguese era, and Panaji, the current capital city of Goa. Tours booked as Shore Excursions (with pick-up from the port) will be treated as group tours on a SIC basis, accommodating up to 15 people in a mini-van….
This brief half-day tour offers an exploration of Goa’s rich history and culture, highlighting Old Goa, the former capital during the Portuguese era, and Panaji, the current capital city of Goa. Tours booked as Shore Excursions (with pick-up from the port) will be treated as group tours on a SIC basis, accommodating up to 15 people in a mini-van. Meanwhile, tours booked for FIT (with pick-up from a hotel or airport) will be considered private tours, utilizing a car.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.