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Journey Through Time: Heritage Stroll in Old Goa

Mario  - A Passionate & Dedicated Host

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Mario - A Passionate & Dedicated Host

This is a Tour for those Traveler's who are intrigued by History, Architecture and Art. A walk through the once Former Capital City of Goa constructed by the Bijapur Sultanate in the 15th century.

Experience details

  • Destination

    Goa

  • Category

    City highlight tours

  • Duration

    2 hours

  • Mode of transport

    Walking

  • Available languages

    English

  • What's included

    Private guide

Here’s an overview of your tour

We Begin our walk at the Saint Catherine Chapel built in 1510 to commemorate the victory over the Adil Shah by Alfonso De Albuquerque. Also Viewing some of the other ruins found in and around old Goa displayed in the open space at the Chapel.

As we walk past these ruins we head to the Convent and Church of Saint Francis of Assisi built by the Franciscan order.

After the Visit of Saint Francis of Assisi we walk along Rua Direita towards the Viceroys Arch rebuilt in 1597 by Governor Francisco Da Gama .

Walking past the Viceroys Arch we visit the Saint Cajetan Church a miniature replica of the Saint Peter's Basilica in Rome.

We Proceed to the Sé Cathedral dedicated to Saint Catherine one os Asia's largest Churches.

Finally we walk across the Sé Cathedral heading towards the Basilica of Bom Jesus where the Relics of Saint Francis Xavier are laid in a glass airtight coffin in a silver casket.

Your itinerary

  • Meeting point

    Ratnasagar Family Restaurant & Bar
  • Saint Catherine's Chapel

    Saint Francis De Assi
  • Saint Francis De Assi

    Constructed By The Franciscan Order In The 16th Century.
  • Sé Cathedral

    This Church Is Dedicated to Saint Catherine Of Alexandria Built By The Dominican Order.
  • Viceroy's Arch

    Built By Vasco Da Gama Great Grandson In The 16th Century.
  • Saint Cajetan Church

    This Church Was Built By The Theithine Order In The 17th century.
  • Basilica Of Bom Jesus Church

    This Church Hold The Relics Of Francis Xavier. Built By The Jesuits In The 16th Century
I have a teen daughter with us - is it possible to plan a drinks and bites tour with her?
Me13:42
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Of course! I can definitely tailor our tour for you and your daughter! :)
Local host Maria13:44
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    A Passionate & Dedicated Host

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Good to Know

  • Tips

    • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
    • Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
    • Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful
  • Included

    • Private guide
  • Cancellation

    • Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
    • Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

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  • What is the cancellation policy?

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    When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.

    When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.

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