Old Goa Churches, Temples & Spice Plantation With "Goan" Lunch

Recommended by 91% of travelers

India

5 to 6 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore the hidden gems of Old Goa, including its stunning churches with grand facades and intricate interiors, on this private tour. Escape the crowded beaches and visit a serene spice plantation, where you'll enjoy a delicious Goan lunch amid lush greenery. Conclude your tour at the 400-year-old Mangeshi Temple, a symbol of Goa's rich Hindu heritage before Portuguese colonization, offering a glimpse into the region's fascinating cultural past. Note: this tour is not available for cruise ship passengers.

Visit Old Goa, a spice farm, and a market all in one day
Bottled water and a buffet lunch are included
A local guide will lead the way
A private tour means a personalized experience

What's Included

Lunch on fixed menu basis
Private Car driven by friendly Driver
Tour guide

Food and drinks, unless specified

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Centrally located Goa hotels, preferably in North Goa. If you stay in South Goa, then check with us for the supplement costs. Those arriving by any CRUISE, shall have to check for the supplement too

Operating hours
.10:00 am

Itinerary

Se Cathedral

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica of Bom Jesus

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Augustine's Tower

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tropical Spice Plantation

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Mangeshi Temple

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
Infant meals not included

Minimum drinking age is 21 years
Dress code is smart casual
NOTE: NO shorts and sleeveless are allowed while going inside the religious place like this.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.7

based on 34 reviews

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A lovely day around Old Goa/ Spice Plantation

Ariel_N, Nov 2025

The guide and driver were excellent catering the discussion around my interests in local culture and customs. While visiting Bom Jesus, I learned that it’s next to the archaeology museum. I asked to tour the museum, but unfortunately it was closed Fridays. I was however able to explore their outdoor collection of architectural remnants which was a treat as an anthropology student. The highlights for me were the temple and the spice plantation. They have a store at the plantation where I was able buy lots of spices and natural soaps.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Dear Ms Ariel It was an honour to serve you in Goa. Many thanks for the kind words of appreciation and time taken to post the review. We feel honoured to know that we were able to match your expectations during your tour. Hope to see you again Best regards Jai Singh Discover Activities

Amazing experience and educational too!

Eric_Y, Jun 2024

We had an excellent experience on this tour - visiting the historic sites of Goa and learning about the colonial history, the impact of the Catholic Church, as well as the still very strong influence of Hinduism - the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Bom Jesus Basilica with the relics of St Francis Xavier, the Church of St Francis of Assisi, and the Sé (St Catherine) Cathedral, were amazing to behold and to participate in the Hindu arti ritual at the Shree Mangueshi Temple was also a special highlight. Our tour guide, Dnyandeep, was super - he was very knowledgeable, friendly, patient and accommodating. We were never rushed at any of the sites on the tour and were able to take our time and take in the specialness of these religious sites, with Dnyandeep providing historical information and social and cultural details. The Tropical Spice Plantation tour was also excellent - our guide, Susmita, was very helpful in providing information on many of the plants, trees, fruits, and spices on the grounds of the plantation. The lunch was plentiful and delicious, with a lot of options and the food was made in the local Goan style. The cashew feni tasting was a fun way to end the tour. Our driver, Krishna, was also excellent and friendly, and drove us around safely from place to place. Definitely highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Jun 2024

Dear Eric, It was an honour to be at your service. Many thanks for the kind words of appreciation and time taken to post the review. We feel honoured to know that we were able to match your expectations during your tour. Hope to see you again! Best regards Jai Singh Discover Activities

Not a tour, just a very expensive private driver

Alexandre_L, Dec 2022

Not a tour, just having a private driver. But very expensive for India, a total rip off. Avoid at all cost.

Response from Host, Dec 2022

Dear Guest, you first pre-reserved guaranteed services from Viator, then after reaching the venue you checked prices locally with roadside and unsafe vendors. And then you try to force genuine operators like us to operate like a roadside taxi vendor. Few dishonest travellers like you try to torment genuine operators but we won't ever come under pressure. You are always free to cancel and go with a toute OR roadside vendor. But you will never do that but you also don't want to pay a premium for consuming genuine services. This shows your character and dishonesty. Also you are telling a plain lie that the tour was about only a driver, but what about the traditional lunch which you happily devoured, what about the guided tour in the "Spice farm"???, and the entrances which were paid in advance??? Even Backpackers seem much more honest than you, because they never bother any operators and take the risk by booking on their own at the respective venue. But you first pre-reserved everything from the comfort of your home and then behave irrationally after reaching the venue Regards Jai Singh