Nomad Valley / Goa / Goa Heritage & Offbeat Tour - Old Goa, Fontainhas Walk

4 Nights 5 Days – Offbeat Goa

After · Old Goa · Portuguese India · Basilica.

4N / 5DPrivate tripGST includedFrom ₹43,500 pp
Day by day

Itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Goa

  • Arrive in Goa and transfer to your stay.
  • Check in and take some time to unwind after your journey.
  • The remainder of the day will be at leisure.
  • Explore the nearby surroundings, enjoy local cafes, or simply relax and soak in Goa's laid-back atmosphere.
  • Dinner and overnight stay in Goa.
Day 02

Old Goa Heritage & Fontainhas Walk

  • After breakfast, you will head to Old Goa, the historic heart of Portuguese India.
  • Visit the Basilica of Bom Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its architectural grandeur and historical significance.
  • Continue to Se Cathedral, one of the largest churches in Asia and an enduring symbol of Goa's colonial legacy.
  • Later, explore the vibrant Latin Quarter of Fontainhas on a guided heritage walk.
  • Wander through the colorful lanes of São Tomé and Fontainhas, lined with charming Portuguese-style homes.
  • Visit the historic Panjim Post Office and the old Mint House.
  • Visit quaint São Tomé Chapel and the iconic St. Sebastian Chapel.
  • Enjoy a tasting session at a popular local bakery and sample traditional Goan delicacies.
Day 03

Spice Plantation & Feni Experience

  • After breakfast, proceed to a lush spice plantation.
  • Walk through aromatic plantations and learn about spices such as pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  • Discover the role these spices have played in shaping Goa's culinary and cultural heritage.
  • Take in the beauty of the plantation, especially during the monsoon season when the landscape is at its greenest.
  • Later, participate in a guided Feni tasting session.
  • Learn about the traditional production process of Goa's iconic spirit and its importance in local culture.
  • Dinner and overnight stay in Goa.
  • Experiences included: Feni tasting session.
Day 04

Chorao Island Exploration

  • After breakfast, set out for Chorao Island, one of Goa's hidden cultural and ecological gems.
  • Begin the day with a boat ride through the mangrove-lined backwaters of the Mandovi River.
  • Explore the island's rich biodiversity and enjoy its natural surroundings.
  • Visit the unique Devki Krishna Bhumika Mallinath Temple, an important cultural landmark of Chorao.
  • Enjoy a traditional local breakfast and experience the charm of island life.
  • Later, embark on a trek through lush monsoon trails to discover the ruins of a historic Catholic seminary.
  • Visit a traditional Goan tavern and gain insights into the story of Goa's beloved local spirit, Feni.
  • End the day by crafting your own Feni cocktail under the guidance of local experts.
Day 05

Departure

  • After breakfast, check out from your stay.
  • Depart for your onward journey, taking back memories of Goa's heritage, culture, local flavors, and offbeat experiences.
  • Tour Ends.

Inclusions

  • Stay on double sharing for the nights in this plan
  • Breakfast and dinner, unless a day says otherwise
  • Private vehicle for the listed transfers and sightseeing
  • Shared jeep, ferry or coach only where the day plan names it
  • GST included

Exclusions

  • Flights or trains into the start city
  • Lunch
  • Monument tickets, ropeway, adventure sports and pony rides
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Costs from road closures or weather changes
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