Once known as the ‘Rome of the East', Goa is packed with religious monuments, grand cathedrals and colonial relics. On this full-day tour, you'll visit both her capitals, past and present. Panaji – the current one – and Old Goa, the former seat of Portuguese power. Along the way you'll have an expert guide and enjoy a delicious lunch.

Where better to start your journey than the former capital, Old Goa. As the seat of Portuguese rule for 200-years, it's steeped in rich history and architecture. In the Basilica of Bom Jesus, you'll discover sacred relics before moving on to the Se Cathedral to see its golden bell – the largest in Asia.

Next, it's on to Panaji for a shopping stop in the city centre. And after a tasty lunch at the Goa Marriott or Vivanta by Taj, you'll head for a rickshaw for a ride through the Latin Quarter. With its pastel-hued houses and wooden balconies, it's like a little slice of Lisbon in India. You'll continue with a visit to the Maruti temple on Altinho hill, dedicated to Lord Hanuman, before rounding off at the bustling daily market with free time to shop or explore.

Why you’ll love this…

You'll see the best of Goa, old and new
There's a rickshaw ride around the city's Latin Quarter
You'll Visit the Basilica of Bom Jesus and the Se Cathedral in Old Goa
A stop at the Maruti temple, perched on Altinho hill, is part of the tour
A local expert guide will share their unrivalled knowledge of Goa and its culture

Important to know

This tour is suitable for guests with limited mobility, but please notify us in advance in order to create arrangements
Bring a hat
Bring suitable footwear
Drinks not included
Lockers not included
Sun loungers not included
Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
Dress appropriately – no shoulders or knees showing – when visiting religious buildings

What people say about this experience

4.3/5

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Jeremy
Solo traveler
December 22, 2025
5
United States of America
Really enjoyed this tour. It was interesting, about the right length and the guide took it at a good pace. Not too fast for slow walkers in the heat, plenty of time to look at things.
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Catherine H
Traveled as a couple
December 1, 2025
4.2
United States of America
Cons Queues too big to go into basilica, which was disappointing and we were not warned about in advance and had to wait for driver at one stop for too long. Pros Guide excellent and it was a definite plus being a small group tour. Lunch very good and trip well planned. Price good due to discount offered. Would recommend
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Ossie
Solo traveler
November 29, 2025
4.6
United States of America
Value for money and the guide was very informative whilst also being quite funny.
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Elainea
Solo traveler
November 28, 2024
3.8
United States of America
There was a lot of waiting around, including in a gift shop which was not on the itinerary. The tour was a good way of seeing a lot in a day thought. Lunch was good!
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Thomas
Traveled as a couple
November 25, 2024
4.6
United States of America
Overall a very enjoyable and informative day
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Bethan
Traveled as a couple
March 20, 2024
4.2
United Kingdom
The overall experience was very good. A couple of minor things would have made it perfect. One is that when we arrived at the temple, a little better explanation of what it was all about and the background behind the offerings and walking around the back of the altar would have given a better insight. The other thing was that the time allowed at the fruit and veg market was a little too long. It was interesting to see but we just stood around talking until the time was up