Private City Tour of South Goa

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(4 reviews)

9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

After pick up from the hotel, you will proceed towards world UNESCO heritage sites. Basilica of Bom Jesus, Se Cathedral and Catholic Church of St. Francis of Assisi is the most visited landmarks of Old Goa. The three churches are situated nearby and can be explored on roads. The architecture of these churches is a mix of Catholic and Portuguese. Later you will visit Shree Mangesh temple dedicated to Lord ShivaIt is located at Mangeshi Village in Priol, Ponda taluk, Goa. The Goan architecture of this temple is mesmerizing, also a unique 7 storey octagonal lamp tower known as Deepastambha adds more beauty to the structure. After experiencing the religious side of Goa you will proceed towards the quiet Dona Paula Beach. You can enjoy water sports and can shop for souvenirs. Next location is a bustling area within the capital Panjim, Miramar. Many shacks sell local fashion, jewellery, and food here.
The tour ends by dropping the guests off at their hotel/meeting point in the evening.

What's Included

Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Gratuities
Personal Expense

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick up will happen from the centrally located hotels in North Goa; Baga, Calangute, Candolim, Anjuna, Panjim

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Your first destination is India’s first small basilica. It is one of the Goa's UNESCO World Heritage site. Located in Old Goa, this beautiful church holds a special place in everybody's Goa bucket list.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    This beautiful Portuguese gothic style Cathedral is located exact opposite to Basilica of Bom Jesus. It is a well-maintained church, that has eye-pleasing. This is the largest church in Asia and took around 100 years to build back in 1562.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    A beautiful mix of Hindu, Christian and Muslim architecture can only be seen here. Shri Mangesh temple is located at Mangeshi Village and is one of the largest and most frequently visited temples in Goa. It was earlier located at Kushasthali (Cortalim) but a number of Hindu temples were destroyed in Goa during the Portuguese Inquisition. So, the devotees of God Manguesh removed the Shiva linga from there to the current location in the middle of the night.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Named after a Portuguese romantic heroine Dona Paula, this place is popular in local folklore and is home to Baroness von Leistner’s 1969 “Image of India” statue. Quiet Dona Paula Beach offers water sports and souvenir shops. High-end hotels and restaurants offering western and Indian food.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Located in the capital Panaji, Miramar beach is the quiet one. You can enjoy long walks and waves here as you won't come across much crowd here.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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