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8-Hour Goa Sightseeing Tour with Basilica, Panaji and Mandovi Cruise

8 Hours Round trip from Panaji Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the Basilica of Bom Jesus, which houses the relics of St. Francis Xavier
  • 02 Walk through the narrow lanes of Goa's heritage Latin Quarters
  • 03 Stroll through the streets of Panaji and learn about the state's culture
  • 04 Sail on the Mandovi River to the tune of Bollywood music

Get an essence of Goa, one of the liveliest states of India, on this full-day tour. Discover the Portuguese heritage of this place, its culture, and gain insight into its history as you visit historic churches, including the Basilica of Bom Jesus, walk through the Latin Quarters, stroll around Panaji, and sail on the Mandovi River. This tour brings together Goa's religious heritage, local culture, and riverside charm in a single day.

Sail on the Mandovi River to the tune of Bollywood music.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Churches, Latin Quarters, Panaji and Mandovi River Cruise

  • Meet the guide at an agreed-upon location and start the tour.

  • Visit churches built during the 16th and 17th centuries, including the Basilica of Bom Jesus, which houses the relics of St. Francis Xavier.

  • Walk through the narrow lanes of the heritage site known as the Latin Quarters.

  • Stroll through the streets of Panaji and learn about the culture of the state.

  • Have a traditional lunch at a local restaurant.

  • Sail on the Mandovi River to the tune of Bollywood music.

Return to your hotel.

Basilica of Bom Jesus, Latin Quarters, Panaji, Mandovi River

Where this trip takes you

Basilica of Bom Jesus, Latin Quarters, Panaji, Mandovi River

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Panaji 1 city · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transport

  • Monument entry

  • Boat cruise (public cruise)

  • English-speaking Goa tour guide

What's Not Included

  • Meals

  • Personal items

  • Drinks

  • Private cruise

  • Anything other than mentioned above

Know before you go

  • Knees and shoulders need to be covered in the churches.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Panaji, Goa, India
Tour start
Panaji, Goa, India
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Panaji.

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