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Old Goa Tour: Explore Historic Churches, Temples & Tropical Spice Plantation with Goan Lunch
4.7
34 Ratings
Panjim
Embark on an off-beat tour of Old Goa and explore its historic churches, temples, and a tropical spice plantation. Indulge in a lip-smacking Goan lunch and discover the rich heritage of Goa before the Portuguese colonial rule.
Embark on an off-beat tour of Old Goa and explore its historic churches, temples, and a tropical spice plantation. Indulge in a lip-smacking Goan lunch and discover the rich heritage of Goa before the Portuguese colonial rule.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Se Cathedral - In the morning, the guide will pick up guests from their hotel and head to Old Goa. Built in 1619 AD, the Se Cathedral is the largest church in Asia. With its magnificent Iberian façade, high ceilings, stunning mosaic work, and detailed wood and gilded carvings, the Se Cathedral, also known as St. Catherine’s Cathedral, is a…
- Se Cathedral - In the morning, the guide will pick up guests from their hotel and head to Old Goa. Built in 1619 AD, the Se Cathedral is the largest church in Asia. With its magnificent Iberian façade, high ceilings, stunning mosaic work, and detailed wood and gilded carvings, the Se Cathedral, also known as St. Catherine’s Cathedral, is a must-visit for anyone in Goa. NOTE: Shorts and sleeveless attire are not permitted inside this religious site.
- Basilica of Bom Jesus - This 400-year-old church holds significant cultural and religious importance and has been recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Meaning ‘Holy Jesus’, it is the only church in Old Goa that remains unplastered on the exterior. The church’s façade features triangular roofing intricately carved with the initials ‘IHS’, representing the Jesuit emblem ‘Jesus, Saviour of Men’. NOTE: Shorts and sleeveless attire are not permitted inside this religious site.
- St. Augustine’s Tower - Also visit St. Augustine’s Tower, a popular location for Bollywood film shoots.
- Tropical Spice Plantation - Enjoy a delicious lunch upon arrival at the Tropical Spice Plantation. Guests can listen to the melodious birds, relax by the stream, or take a leisurely walk through the betel nut plantations. The plantation offers a peaceful atmosphere, with a menu featuring Prawn Curry, Goan Chicken dishes, white and brown rice, Goan bread, fish fry, and a selection of vegetarian items.
- Mangeshi Temple - Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this 400-year-old temple has captivated devotees and visitors with its simple beauty for centuries. The temple features a refreshing water body, believed to be one of its oldest parts. Within the temple complex, there is a seven-story lamp tower and several shrines dedicated to family deities.
What's Included
- Tour guide
- Private Car driven by friendly Driver
- Lunch on fixed menu basis
- Tour guide
- Private Car driven by friendly Driver
- Lunch on fixed menu basis
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information
Discover the unique charm of Old Goa, exploring its magnificent churches with grand exteriors and detailed interiors. Afterwards, head to a spice plantation away from Goa’s crowded beaches and enjoy a delicious Goan lunch (group basis) hosted right at the plantation.
Additionally, visit the 400-year-old Mangeshi Temple, a symbol of Goa’s Hindu heritage…
Discover the unique charm of Old Goa, exploring its magnificent churches with grand exteriors and detailed interiors. Afterwards, head to a spice plantation away from Goa’s crowded beaches and enjoy a delicious Goan lunch (group basis) hosted right at the plantation.
Additionally, visit the 400-year-old Mangeshi Temple, a symbol of Goa’s Hindu heritage before Portuguese colonization.
NOTE: This tour is not available for tourists arriving by cruise ships, as the Sea Port authorities provide their own transportation arrangements.
- 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.
Location
Se Cathedral
Old Goa,
Cancellation Policy
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.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(34 Ratings)
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Wander08368733788
Jan 29, 2026
The Best church and musium - Amazing..... Church ... Nice location for take a tour.
Also the best Panjim casino. Quite expensive but good for one time life experience.
I love goa.
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Go52849958488
Jan 8, 2026
Plantation and Hindu temples! - Loved the temple and plantation tour. The guided tour offered the perfect day. A pleasant lunch and found friendship along the way.
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Colettederby
Jan 7, 2026
A very interesting day out. - Had a very enjoyable tour to visit some old Goan churches, a temple and then lastly a spice tour with lunch.
Our guide and driver were both lovely and very accommodating.
It was very interesting to see some of the beautiful historical buildings and learn all about them.
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A8011tzjuliew
Jan 7, 2026
Old Goa tour - I did this tour today with 4 friends and we thoroughly enjoyed it .Our guide was very knowledgeable and informative about the churches and the local history of Goa .He enthusiastically told us about the history of the Portuguese being here and the impact it had on the local culture.Our guide even went out of his way to stop off at a phone shop for me on our way back to the hotel so that I could purchase a new phone charger! Very helpful of him .Would recommend this tour !!
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Expedition465553
Nov 27, 2025
Temples and spice plantation.. - Very knowledgeable tour guide who explained everything and more around the tour itself as you’d expect but also on the drive down and back and any questions we had along the way, spice plantation was really good, food probably not as good as I was hoping (stated king prawn curry on viatour) however matter. Take some rupees with you for the temples and spice plantation as you will probably want something from the local organis shop
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Ariel_n
Nov 9, 2025
A lovely day around Old Goa/ Spice Plantation - The guide and driver were excellent catering the discussion around my interests in local culture and customs. While visiting Bom Jesus, I learned that it’s next to the archaeology museum. I asked to tour the museum, but unfortunately it was closed Fridays. I was however able to explore their outdoor collection of architectural remnants which was a treat as an anthropology student. The highlights for me were the temple and the spice plantation. They have a store at the plantation where I was able buy lots of spices and natural soaps.
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Ludimetonvines
Aug 8, 2025
Spiritual, Spicy & Architectural experience offering a calm break from the beaches and parties. - Our driver and an amazing guide picked us up right on time, we visited several interesting spots and below 02 were the most memorable:
The Basilica of Bom Jesus was truly a memorable experience. This historic church carries a deep sense of spirituality and architectural beauty. If you’re in Goa, this iconic site is definitely a must visit. A symbol of Goa’s colonial history and religious heritage, and offers a calm break from the beaches and parties.
The scenic Spice plantation: A Wonderful 100-acre private property, we tour a small part of it with a guide that educated us about the therapeutic, cooking properties of the various herbal plants grown there. The visits were followed by a sumptuous lunch buffet and is worth it. Highly recommended for nature lovers, spice enthusiast, or someone looking for a break away from the beaches in Goa.
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787mariekej
Jun 23, 2025
A stunning canvas known as Old Goa and the mesmerizing aroma of Indian spices from the spice farm - We booked this amazing tour since we wanted to visit Old Goa along with a fabulous spice planation visit. Goa has many faces! But Old Goa is just a stunning canvas painted with amazing architecture, colonial monuments, cobbled paths, and impressive scenery that is coastal.
Tropical Spice Plantation Art is a haven for nature lovers, art enthusiasts, and those seeking a holistic experience. As you step foot into the plantation, you'll be greeted by the aromatic scents of various spices that fill the air. Explore the sprawling plantation and witness the cultivation of a wide range of spices like cardamom, pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Learn about their origin, cultivation techniques, and medicinal properties from knowledgeable guides.
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Ann_arbor_travelers4
May 11, 2025
Great Day in Goa - Niandeep was a an excellent, knowledgeable guide to spend the day with. Great communication on timing and adapted to our i Terese’s. The spice plantation was very interesting and we are happy to be taking many spices home.
Raju, our driver was not only very safe but also a great conversationalist
Highly recommend this tour to learn about Goa
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Victorp456
May 10, 2025
Great Day Trip - This is a fantastic tour with our guide who is very knowledgeable, providing us the Goan history. We also visited wonderful churches and the oldest Hindu temple. The spice plantation tour was interesting, including scrumptious lunch. Although the weather was very hot, the vehicle that we were travelling in, was very comfortable and kept us cool. Compliments to our driver, he was very polite and safe driving.
This is a highly recommended trip, thank you!
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