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This is an immersive journey into this lesser-seen side of Goa, taking you through historic villages, magnificent heritage homes, traditional markets and places that offer a glimpse into the Goa of generations past.
Begin your journey at Goa Chitra, where an extraordinary collection of traditional farming tools, household objects and everyday artefacts brings the rural life of Goa vividly to life.
Continue into Margao’s historic colonial quarters, exploring old streets and traditional architecture, that give character to the town.Visit to the traditional covered market offers a lively glimpse into everyday Goan life.
The journey continues to Palácio do Deão in Quepem, an elegant 18th-century heritage home surrounded by lush tropical gardens.
Step inside the magnificent Braganza Pereira Mansion Chandor, one of Goa’s celebrated ancestral homes, see the grand interiors ,furniture, and learn the distinctive lifestyle of Goa’s old elite, where Portuguese influences met local traditions.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1Goa Chitra Museum
We visit Goa Chitra museum which is based in the coastal Goan village of Benaulim. We get to see the traditional implements, vessels and tools that evolved over centuries in the agrarian heartland of Goa in the service of farming and other traditional trades
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
2Church of Holy Spirit
Visit the Colonial Quarters , the church from the outside and the colorful houses.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Margao Market
Here we visit the Traditional Old Portuguese built Local Covered Market of Margao where one gets to see and buy the local spices and the local Delicacies of Goa.
44 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Palacio do Deao
Here we visit this 213 years old mansion was built by a Portuguese nobleman, who was the Dean of the Church, and founder of Quepem town. At Palacio Do Deão as an option savour on an Indo Goan Cuisine with the Goan Family on Prior appointment with the Family. Lunch cost is not included in the tour price.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Chandor
We visit a heritage Mansion , built in the 17th century and stretching along one whole side of Chandor’s village square.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
- If you are to be picked up from the Mormugao Harbour . The guide will be standing at the exit point after Immigration Check, with a Viator Placard having your name on it.
- Wednesday and Sunday are Non operational Days at Palacio Do Deao Quepem.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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