Heritage & Culture 4N: Old Goa, Fontainhas & Local Cuisine Tour | 4 Nights and 5 Days Goa Package
- Transfer Included
- Stay Included
- Meals Included
- Sightseeing Included
Overview
an immersive 4 nights / 5 days Goa tour package designed for travelers who want to explore Goa's rich colonial heritage, vibrant Latin Quarter, and authentic local cuisine. This Goa Pilgrimage tour package blends visits to iconic churches and temples of Old Goa, a guided walk through the colorful lanes of Fontainhas (Panaji), hands-on Goan cooking experiences, and leisurely time in South Goa's cultural towns.
Highlights:
- Old Goa's UNESCO-style churches: Basilica of Bom Jesus, Se C...
Itinerary
Arrival, Panaji Welcome & Fontainhas Walking Tour
Arrive at Goa (Dabolim Airport) or railway station and transfer to your hotel in Panaji (Fontainhas). After check-in and a short rest, enjoy a guided heritage walk in Fontainhas, the Latin Quarter famed for its colorful Portuguese-styled houses, narrow lanes, old bakeries and art studios. Visit the Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception in Panaji and explore the riverside promenade. Evening optional: a short Mandovi river cruise with sunset views. Overnight in Panaji (Fontainhas).
Old Goa Pilgrimage & Heritage Churches
Full-day excursion to Old Goa, the historical ecclesiastical capital. Visit the Basilica of Bom Jesus (housing St. Francis Xavier's relics), Se Cathedral, Church of St. Francis of Assisi, and the Archaeological Museum. Learn the history of Portuguese Goa from a local guide and discover the blend of Baroque and Manueline architectural styles. Note: Dress respectfully when visiting churches (shoulders and knees covered). Return to Panaji for dinner. Overnight in Panaji.
Spice Plantation Visit & Goan Village Life
Depart for a scenic drive to a traditional Goan spice plantation. Enjoy a guided tour explaining spices, medicinal plants and local agriculture. Savor a rustic Goan lunch prepared with fresh spices. Later visit a nearby village market and an old Portuguese villa to see preserved heritage interiors. This experience is part of the Goa Pilgrimage package to showcase local culture and cuisine. Evening return to Panaji or transfer to Old Goa for overnight stay near heritage sites.
Cooking Class: Learn Goan Cuisine & South Goa Cultural Tour
Morning hands-on Goan cooking class: learn to prepare classic dishes such as Goan fish curry, xacuti, prawn balchão, and Bebinca (traditional dessert). Enjoy the meal you've prepared. Post-lunch, drive to South Goa to explore Chandor heritage houses, Margao market and the serene Colva Beach. Evening cultural performance or live Konkani music (where available). Overnight in South Goa (Margao/Colva).
Local Market Morning & Departure
After breakfast, visit a local market for souvenirs — spices, handcrafted pottery, cashew products and Azulejo-style tiles. Enjoy a final stroll along the beach or riverside depending on departure location. Transfer to Dabolim Airport or railway station for your onward journey. Check-out times and transfer schedules depend on your flight/train timing; ask us if you need a late check-out or private transfer.
Inclusions
- 4 nights accommodation (2 nights in Panaji (Fontainhas), 1 night in Old Goa area, 1 night in South Goa (Margao/Colva))
- Daily breakfast (4) and 2 special dinners including a traditional Goan meal
- Guided Fontainhas walking tour and Old Goa guided sightseeing
- Spice plantation visit with lunch
- Hands-on Goan cooking class with meal
- Transfers for all included activities and day excursions (as per itinerary)
- Monument entry fees as listed in the itinerary
- Local English-speaking guide for heritage and cultural tours
Exclusions
- Airfare / Train fare to Goa
- Airport taxes and arrival/departure transfers (unless specified)
- Personal expenses, tips, laundry, phone calls
- Travel insurance
- Any optional activities not mentioned in inclusions (e.g., Mandovi river cruise if not selected)
- Early check-in / late check-out charges if requested
- Government GST or local taxes (if applicable)
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