Full-Day Goa Shore Excursion Including Lunch at Spice Plantation | 8 hours to 9 hours

8 Reviews | Goa
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Package Includes: Pick-up and Drop-off + Private Air-conditioned Vehicle + Live Tour Guide + Lunch + Bottled water
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Bottled water
  • Buffet Lunch at Tropical Spice Plantation
  • Professional private English speaking guide
  • Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Cruise Port pick-up and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Any items not specified as included

Overview

See the highlights of Goa on a 9-hour tour that visits temples, churches, a spice plantation and more. Stop at Shri Manguesh Temple, Shree Shantadurga Temple, the Basilica of Bom Jesus — a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Church of St. Francis of Assisi, Se Cathedral and a heritage walk through Fontainhas in Panjim. You'll learn from your guide about the history of one of India's key trading ports as you tour this vibrant region.

Itinerary

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    Your day starts with a morning pickup from Goa Cruise Port, then set off in an air-conditioned vehicle to explore the city with your private tour guide.

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    A beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located on a Hillock. The 400-year-old temple is known for its elegant structure and the pillars which are considered to be the most beautiful among the temples is Goa. A beautiful seven-story Deepa Stambha (decorative lamp tower), stands at the gates in the temple complex. The tank (reservoir) in front of the temple is the oldest part of the complex. If you walk down to the right-hand side of the temple you can also see the giant raths (chariots) that are used to parade the deities during the temple’s festival, which takes place in the last week of January or the first week of February.

    1 hour

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    Set amidst lush emerald hills, this temple is dedicated to Shree Shantadurga Devi. The Temple has an impressive idol of Goddess Shree Durga who mediated between Shree Vishnu and Shree Shiva and stopped the fierce-full war going on between the two. In Goa Goddess Shree Durga is worshipped as the goddess of peace and has traditionally had a large following.

    1 hour

  • Tropical Spice Plantation

    Then, take a break for lunch at a tropical spice plantation. Guests are welcomed in a traditional way by offering Aarti, Kumkum, and a garland of flowers. Healthy and nutritious food is served in a traditional manner on a banana leaf. Afterward, have time to stroll around the grounds, taking in the butterfly garden and looking out for some of the 75 spices of birds that can be found there. Catch sight of some very rare and endangered species of birds.

    2 hours

  • Basilica of Bom Jesus

    Visit the World Heritage-listed Basilica of Bom Jesus, completed in 1605 and home to Saint Francis Xavier, who is said to have brought Christianity to the region. Famous throughout the Roman Catholic world, the imposing Basilica de Bom Jesus contains the tomb and mortal remains of St Francis Xavier, the so-called Apostle of the Indies. St Francis Xavier’s missionary voyages throughout the East became legendary. His ‘incorrupt’ body is in the mausoleum to the right, in a glass-sided coffin amid a shower of gilt stars.

    1 hour

  • Se Cathedral

    Continue on to Se Cathedral, a magnificent 16th-century monument and the largest church in Goa. The Cathedral is dedicated to St. Catherine of Alexandria hence it is also known as St. Catherine's' Cathedral. 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.

    1 hour

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    Finally, stop at the Church of St. Francis of Assisi, built in the 17th century , attached to the church is a convent, which has been converted into a museum by the Archaeological Survey of India in 1964. Thanks in part to its renovation in 1665, this graceful building displays a charming mix of architectural styles and intricately carved artwork.

    1 hour

  • Fontainhas

    Finally enjoy Fontainhas Heritage Walk in Panjim, the current capital of Goa is known for its Indo-Portuguese-styled architecture that was one of the first to be established when the capital was moved. One beautiful little section that was built during the making of Panjim was Fontainhas, also called the Latin Quarters of Panjim.

    1 hour

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    In the evening, your tour ends with drop-off at the cruise port, your hotel or other desired location in Goa.

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
  • Dress code - Temples are a sacred houses of God and a place worship. To preserve there sanctity and spiritual ambiance one must follow the below dress code within temple complexes
  • Upper Wear: Must cover the shoulders, chest, navel, and upper arms
  • Lower Wear: Must be at least below knee-length
  • Remove footwear outside the temple. Socks are fine, you can keep wearing them
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Travelers should be vaccinated and carry the covid vaccination certificate

Non Refundable

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • 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.
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A must do activity if you are visiting Goa

Published on Mar, 2025

Really a very good one day tour to capture all the important sights of Goa from historical and cultural point of view. Our guide Ryan is very knowledgeable and patient gentleman. Took us around some other parts of old Goa that were not part of the tour but we had some time left. The whole trip was quite comfortable end to end as it was just two of us in the spacious car. So we didn't have to stop at other hotels to pick other passengers. A must do tour if you are visiting Goa.

Excellent experience, first class

Published on Feb, 2025

Excellent first class experience. Mr. Ryan was our guide. He arrived in a beautiful car clean plenty of room for four adults and we also had a driver. It was a perfect informative day. He worked at our pace was flexible when I needed to go into a store and we enjoyed The Plantation luncheon. We were a apprehensive about getting back to the cruise ship on time, but he got us there with plenty of time and made sure that we had door-to-door service. I would highly recommend using this company. They also communicated beautifully.

Don't think twice, even if you do it solo, worth every rupee

Published on May, 2024

If you want to learn about and feel the rich Goan culture don't hesitate and book this tour. Stanley and Francis were the best tour guide and driver I could've asked for, I had a great day in their company

Exceeded expectations!

Published on Apr, 2022

Very friendly and knowledgeable tour guide!! Perfect length and locations, and a comfortable air conditioned vehicle which really helped on a hot spring day!

Thoughtful guide and so much to learn!

Published on Apr, 2022

Ms. Deborah was such a thoughtful and attentive guide! She was a fountain of knowledge and made sure we were never crowded, hot or tired. Such wonderful conversation and the sites were incredible.

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