Cultural & Theme Tours in Goa

Shared Tour of South Goa (opens in a new tab)

5 9 h

.The tour starts with pick up from centrally located hotels in North Goa and proceeds towards world UNESCO heritage sites. Located in Old Goa, Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral are the most visited landmarks of Old Goa. These churches are situated nearby and can be explored on roads. The architecture of these churches is a mix of Catholic and Portuguese. Later you will visit Shree Mangesh temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The Goan architecture of this temple is mesmerizing and unique. After experiencing the religious side of Goa you will proceed towards the quiet Dona Paula Beach. You can enjoy water sports and can shop for souvenirs. The next location is a bustling area within the capital Panjim, Miramar. Many shacks sell local fashion, jewellery, and food here. The last stop is the Mandovi River, where guests are free to take one hour Cruise ride or relax at the Riverfront. The tour ends by dropping the guests off at their hotel/meeting point in the evening.

Highlights of Portuguese influenced Goa (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour) (opens in a new tab)

9 2 h

Experience the glimpse of Portuguese Era, beautiful Indo-portuguese buildings and monuments that riddled with history and heritage of the vintage city. Pass through the Fontainhas Neighborhood and see the inside of the city with some charming places with a beautiful view which we have discovered and travelers don't want to miss in this amazing walking tour of the old town. Highlights of Portuguese influenced Goa is an unmatched heritage experience with awesome stories to understand a city's existence, culture and lifestyle. Capture the beauty of colorful lanes, houses, historical monuments and friendly local people in your lens, capture memories not just only pictures and store them in your memories to cherish life-long from this tour. We follow a unique style of ‘infotainment’ to ensure that you enjoy the tour and don't get bored, irrespective of whether you love history or not, this walking tour will be a unique, fun and memorable experience for you.

4-Day Private Golden Triangle Tour: Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur (opens in a new tab)

10 4 days

Experience the famous Golden Triangle of India. From the capital of Delhi including 11th Century Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, The Bahai Temple also known as the Lotus Temple and India Gate, a war memorial. You will also drive by the Parliament House, the President's Palace and Secretariat buildings. Head to Agra to view the well preserved Agra Fort (Red Fort) and the stunning Taj Mahal. Then continue on to to Jaipur and explore the Amber Fort, visit the Lake Palace (Jal Mahal), the Palace of Winds (Hawa Mahal), the Maharaja's City Palace, Jantar Mantar Observatory and go bazaar shopping.

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Private 3-Day Taj Mahal Shore Excursion with Flights & Hotels (opens in a new tab)

21 3 days

Turn your cruise call in India into an unforgettable private journey to the Taj Mahal. Designed especially for cruise travelers, this carefully coordinated 3-day shore excursion includes cruise-port transfers, return domestic flights, two nights’ hotel accommodation, a private air-conditioned vehicle, an expert local guide and entrance fees. Witness the Taj Mahal at sunrise, explore magnificent Agra Fort and admire the monument again from Mehtab Bagh at sunset. From the moment you leave your cruise port until your return, our team coordinates the important travel arrangements so that you can experience one of the world’s greatest landmarks with comfort, personalized attention and peace of mind. Unlike a large cruise-line coach excursion, this is a completely private experience reserved exclusively for you and your travelling companions. More than a sightseeing tour, this is a carefully planned journey from your cruise ship to one of the world’s most celebrated monuments.

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Discover the Treasures of Goa: A Full-Day Shore Excursion Tour (opens in a new tab)

5 6 h – 7 h

Embark on a captivating journey to uncover the treasures of Goa with our "Discover the Treasures of Goa" full-day shore excursion. Begin your day by visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Basilica of Bom Jesus, renowned for preserving the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier. Explore the grandeur of the Se Cathedral, one of Asia's largest churches, and marvel at its Portuguese-Gothic architecture. Delight in the vibrant ambiance of Fontainhas, the Latin Quarter of Panaji, with its colorful houses and charming streets. Savor the flavors of Goa with a traditional lunch, featuring local specialties. Immerse yourself in the lively Panaji market, indulge in Goan sweets, and witness the architectural splendor of Fort Aguada. Conclude your day with a leisurely stroll along the iconic Baga Beach, capturing the essence of Goa's beauty. As the sun sets, return to the port, concluding a day filled with cultural richness and scenic wonders.

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Old Goa Churches, Temples & Spice Plantation With "Goan" Lunch (opens in a new tab)

36 5 h – 6 h

- 05 Sites of the Off-beat Old Goa - Fascinating colonial era Churches with grand facades, intricate interiors - Visit spice plantation, Gaining hands-on experience with how spices grow - Savor a lip smacking Goan Lunch (group basis) hosted inside the plantation only. - Also visit a 400 year Old Hindu temple known as "Mangeshi" temple, a reminiscent of erstwhile Hindu heritage of Goa before the Portuguese colonial rule. NOTE: Tourists arriving by CRUISE ships CANNOT book this tour, because Sea Port authorities have their own transport setup.

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Private South Goa City Tour with Spice Plantation and Lunch from North Goa Hotel (opens in a new tab)

14 8 h

This tour is designed for travelers who would like to explore best of Goan culture along with its natural beauty in a day. You visit Dona Paula, the village famous for its legend of star-crossed lovers Dona and Paulo who committed suicide after jumping off a rocky cliff there. Proceeding further, Bom Jesus Basilica Church and Se Cathedral are the next stops. Both are amazing churches of old Goa, while the former being a world heritage site. The beautiful Portuguese architecture gives it a unique style. The Mangueshi temple and then the Shri Shantadurga temple are the second last and the last stops on the tour. Both build between 14th to 17th century, the temples attracted several deities and tourists towards them due to their brilliant structures and beautiful idols. You enjoy Delicious meal at Spice Plantation. You also visit another heritage site of Fontainhas, a vibrant street dotted with Portuguese styled houses

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Crocodile spotting with walking tour of local plantation in Goa (opens in a new tab)

1 6 h

Get yourself started for an adventure packed day. As you get ready to board the crocodile spotting boat, the excitement is sure to grip you and further on as the local experts guide you safely through the mangrove in search for Indian gators. In case your a bird lover, this tour would be sure to interest you as you will also get chances to watch migratory birds. Later, head towards the most tropical part of Goa which boasts of flora and fauna, the next stop is sure make you feel close to nature as you explore the local spice plantation. The vibe is simply great and the best way to explore the plantation is with the locals at the plantations, few common spice that you will spot are Green cardamom, Green Chillies, Black Pepper, Star Anise, Betul nut, Tropical fruits such as Jackfruit, Papaya, Love apples, Soursoup, Mango, Pineapple, and many more. After a brief walk, experience and savour the Goan delicacies prepared for you in authentic way by the local women.

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Private Tour of Butterfly Sanctuary and Spice Plantation (opens in a new tab)

5 4 h

This Sanctuary is a conservation project started by a family who purchased a hill slope and converted it into a forest. Visitors also come to see the unique, one of its kind rooftop garden with integrated rainwater harvesting system in India. You will explore various kinds of butterflies, birds and get to know about their lifecycle. Later you proceed to the Spice Plantation where you will get to know about a variety of Indian spices and enjoy a delicious and authentic Goan meal. This is a must-visit for nature lovers and photographers. This tour is a perfect day out with nature and to taste the real food of Goa. After lunch, you will be dropped back to your pick up location.

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Island Hopping: Day E-Bike Exploration (opens in a new tab)

68 4 h 30 min

• E-biking experience on the beautiful winding roads of Divar Island. • A mystical temple site dating back to over 1000 years. • Insights to traditional occupations like fishing and learn more about sluice gates. • Boat ride through the backwaters of the neighbouring islands of Divar.

Goan Azulejos Tile Painting Workshop (opens in a new tab)

296 2 h 30 min

This isn't just a craft class, it's a walk through three centuries of Goan identity told tile by tile. At the Centre for Indo-Portuguese Arts, Orlando, who has spent years preserving this dying art form, takes you from the origins of Azulejos in Portugal to how they found a second home on Goan church walls, heritage houses, and nameplates. You leave with more than a souvenir; you leave with a hand-painted piece of that story, made by you, under the guidance of one of the few people still keeping this craft alive in Goa. What makes this tour special: A rare, guided visit to the Centre for Indo-Portuguese Arts, home to a gallery of authentic Azulejos and Indo-Portuguese artwork Storytelling from Orlando on how Azulejos travelled from Portugal to Goa and became part of everyday Goan life A hands-on painting session where you design and create your own personalised tile Your finished, hand-painted tile couriered directly to your home after the workshop

Private Full Day Guided Tour of Goa By Car (opens in a new tab)

70 6 h – 7 h

Join me on this tour as we explore Goa for its cultural history the once famous entrepot for traders and merchants. The dominant Portuguese rule for 450 years in Goa has left behind beautiful colonial architecture of monuments, buildings and houses that have survived till date to reveal their stories. As we journey through the past and present of Goa on this tour be intrigued and mesmerised by the factual stories and anecdotes I share of my homeland Goa with you. Experience a Goan marketplace where local merchants sell their indigenous produce. Encounter Goa's mysterious past riddled with local lore as you visit the Church at Old Goa and Hindu Temple that have a deep and a profound rich history. End the trip with a visit to a local spice plantation and relish a real authentic Goan meal made from locally sourced ingredients.

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Goa to Hampi Extension Tour (opens in a new tab)

2 3 days

Embark on a captivating extension from Goa to Hampi, unveiling the historical treasures along the way. Begin your journey with a visit to the ruined temples at Gadag and Lakkundi, including the Trikuteshwara Temple in Gadag and various temples in Lakkundi. The drive to Hampi takes you through a picturesque route, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Karnataka. Upon reaching Hampi, immerse yourself in a city tour, exploring the Royal Enclosures, Hazara Rama Temple, King's Balance, Mahanavami Dibba, Statue of Ugra Narasimha Temple, and the Virupaksha Temple. Discover the marvels of Vithala Temple Complex and Lotus Mahal before ending the day with a visit to the enchanting Vithala Temple. The tour concludes with a scenic drive back to Goa, leaving you with memories of architectural wonders and cultural richness.

Half day tour - Capitals of Goa - Old Goa & Panaji City (opens in a new tab)

1 6 h

This is a short half day tour experiencing History and culture of Goa showcasing Old Goa which was the old Capital city during the Portuguese era and Panaji city which is the new and current Capital city of Goa. All tours booked for Shore Excursion (Pick up from Port) will be considered as group tour SIC basis upto 15 pax using a mini van, and all tours booked for FIT (Pick up from hotel or airport) will be considered as private tour using a car.

Private Dudhsagar waterfalls & Spice Plantation with Lunch from Mormugao Port (opens in a new tab)

1 8 h

Tour starts with pick up from Port. Later you stop for breakfast and then head to Mollem national park, a 240 square kilometers huge National Park rich in different types of plants, birds, butterflies showcases true beauty of Country side India. The guests then take the Jeep safari exploring the wildlife around and reach the tallest waterfall of Goa- the Dushsagar waterfalls. Guest can go for a swim or explore nearby forest, its delight for photographers to click beauty of the nature in its raw form. After this experience, we move onto the next unexplored destination - Keri village rich in spice plantations and natural beauty. Indulge in the delicious Exotic Goan style food before the tour. The guests then take the guided tour exploring the wide variety of spice plantation gardens, chirping birds and the calm surrounding away from the hustle and bustle of the normal Goa vibe. The tour ends by dropping the guests off at your hotel/meeting point in the evening.

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Private Beach Photoshoot in North Goa by Professional Photographer (opens in a new tab)

99 45 min

Our Professional Photographer Local Goan Photographer shares his Idea & experience of Beach shoot in Goa. We specialize in tourist photography & providing professional photoshoot in most affordable & professional manner. Get best memories clicked on beach & save your memories for lifetime.

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Goa: 2-Hours Small Group Walking Tour of the Panjim City (opens in a new tab)

5 2 h

Experience authentic Goa on this amazing walking tour of the old town with our fun and entertaining storytellers. This walking tour will give you a great induction of the city, its history, its vibrant culture, and its people with lots of wonderful stories about the city, fun facts and must do things in the city. You will walk with our highly trained, fun and energetic tour guide, from one point of attraction to another, for approximately 2 KMs; listening to the great stories of the past, learn about the culture, history and fun facts to truly enrich the experience of exploring the city. Many of our guests say that "the walking tour with Yo Tours™ was the highlight of their visit to the city". Food Tasting Option - We will try some best goan street food that you will cherish, visit the famous local market and go to local popular pub for an authentic goan drinking experience and mingle in the local culture with lots of stories.

Full-Day Private South Goa Sightseeing Tour with Port Pickup (opens in a new tab)

2 8 h

This tour is designed for travelers who would like to explore the best of Goan culture along with its natural beauty in a day. You visit Dona Paula, the village famous for its legend of star-crossed lovers Dona and Paulo who committed suicide after jumping off a rocky cliff there. Proceeding further, Bom Jesus Basilica Church and Se Cathedral are the next stops. Both are amazing churches of old Goa, while the former being a world heritage site. The beautiful Portuguese architecture gives it a unique style. The Mangueshi temple and then the Shri Shantadurga temple are the second last and the last stops on the tour. Both build between the 14th to 17th centuries. The temples attracted several deities and tourists towards them due to their brilliant structures and beautiful idols. You also visit another heritage site of Fontainhas, a vibrant street dotted with Portuguese styled houses.

Free cancellation

Goa Shore Excursion with Spice Plantation & Old Goa (opens in a new tab)

4 7 h

Goa is synonymous with the sand and sea, but it also conceals a cultural side which we mustn’t overlook. So why not discover the numerous places of historic and religious interest, the secrets of the spice plantations and the local flavours.

Walk Through the Ruins of Old Goa (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour) (opens in a new tab)

4 2 h

The land of fun and frolic, Goa has more to it than its beaches; Its magnificent churches relics of Portuguese colonization and these brilliantly preserved buildings & landmarks transporting you back in time to a bygone era. On this amazing walking tour discover magnificent churches old Goa also known as “Rome of the East” because of its beautifully designed churches and wide open piazzas. Old Goa magnificent architecture is heavily influenced by the prevailing Portuguese design which ruled over it for around 450 years. Walk around the ancient place that is riddled with history and heritage, gain insight from the 15th century churches to monasteries lying in ruins, an unmatched local experience with awesome stories that you to remember for lifetime. We follow a unique style of ‘infotainment’ to ensure that you enjoy the tour and don't get bored, irrespective of whether you love history or not, this walking tour will be a unique, fun and memorable experience for you.

Free cancellation