CULTURAL & HISTORIC DAY TOUR ATTRACTIONS - Churches, Temples & Spice Plantation
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32 Ratings
Panjim

An exclusive exploration of the stunning city of Panjim, the majestic churches of Old Goa, and the architecturally appealing temples.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Panjim Heritage Walk - Start with Panaji city, also known as Panjim, is the state capital of Goa, in southwest India. Located on the banks of the Mandovi River, the city has cobblestone streets lined with colorful villas an buildings from the Portuguese colonial era. Palm-fringed Miramar Beach sits at the confluence of the river and the Arabian Sea. Set on a hill overlooking the city is the baroque Our Lady of Immaculate Conception Church, built in 1619.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
  • Local Guide
Location
Panjim Heritage Walk
E - 212 31'st January Road, Fontainhas
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(32 Ratings)
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Jane_c
May 11, 2024
We had a wonderful day... - We had a wonderful day with our guide Jonas! His love for Goa was evident and his knowledge of India was impressive. It is a very comprehensive tour that we highly recommend
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James_e
May 10, 2024
Great tour with a very knowledgeable guide and a safe driver. - Our guide Anthony was a wealth of knowledge not just on the local area but on the history and development of India. We went to all the locations on the tour and a couple of extras and learnt a great deal about Goa and India. Our driver was laso excellent, cool and calm when required and quick and safe when we ran a little overdue. All round a great tour, thank you.
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Francesca_j
May 5, 2024
Amazing and informative guide - What an amazing experience from the start right to the end! Driver picked us up from the port and stopped along the way to pick up our guide. He was so passionate about his explanations and engaged with us with questions and bits of interesting history. We were captivated by the small walking bit of the Latin quarter with wonderful colourful houses and also and amazing time at the 2 churches. Last stop at the spice plantation for a small tour and a yummy local lunch. Highly recommended tour, we returned to the cruise ship on time and saw so much despite the short day till 3pm.
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Teresaa2711
May 5, 2024
Excellent day getting to know Goa. - Well-informed, kind and friendly guide. The trip provided detailed knowledge of the monuments visited and their historical context.
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Paula
Apr 23, 2024
Enjoyable and fascinating cultural day. - Wilfred was highly helpful with all aspects of my tour requirements. The spice plantation and lunch was the hi-light to this excellent educational tour, you really appreciate the wonder of so much natural beauty around. The team was very knowledgeable in all areas, resulting a fun and enjoyable day. Communication was smooth and I was impressed by follow-up communication making sure expectation was reached. Thank you for all your help. I really appreciate your guidance. Paula
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Amber_l
Mar 11, 2024
Perfect way to experience the best of Goa - Such a lovely day with our guide Sachin. It was the perfect way to see all the best sites around Goa. Perfect if you only have a short time in Goa (like us) and want to see some of the best places in one day. Spice plantation was amazing!
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Wildwolfw
Mar 10, 2024
Thouroughly enjoyable - Something for everyone on this tour. The spice plantation tour and lunch were very nice. We took advantage of the market where we could buy fresh, organic spices.
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Scott_e
Mar 4, 2024
Fun Day - Had a great time touring the sights and highlights of Goa. Tour Guide and Driver were both excellent. Thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the Spice Plantation and especially the luncheon buffet. Guide catered to our every need and managed to set up great table for our meal. Food prep and variety were excellent
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Elsa_j
Mar 21, 2024
Good tour with poor guide - Very interesting and fun to see the colourful Latin quarters visit the churches of old goa. The spice plantation was an added bonus which resulted in several purchases. The guide however added nothing to the experience, he didn't seem interested in talking about the sights or history of goa.
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Elvira_p
May 9, 2024
Goa is a beautiful place but Crossmiles Travel Pvt. Ltd. deprive us of enjoying blissful moments with the family. - My tour to GOA is a terrible experience. I booked for a private car for four members of the family. It turns out that we boarded a mini bus with four other passengers. The ride with the minibus is so uncomfortable and with the hot climate, we are offered warm bottled drinks which is not placed in an ice box. The tour guide was pleasant and the driver was expert in maneuvering the rugged terrain. I could have tolerated the situation without a private car that I booked so that we will have privacy in touring Goa, however, my family was so upset about the situation being mindful of the other passengers who are from another country. I complained in writing and hand it to the tour guide. I could not fix anymore the situation but for the sake of others, I did it. The Crossmiles Travel Pvt. Ltd. send me a refund but not the whole amount. The damage has been done and travelling 18 hours from Hawaii joining the Oceania Cruise and going to see Goa has been a disaster for us. Please honor the booking agreement and be respectful to the customers who wanted to enjoy their experience going to GOA. Refund is nice but the money is not important rather time is the essence and experience with the family in going to Goa, India is the utmost importance. Thank you.
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