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Uncover the History & Heritage of Goa

Uncover Portuguese history and influence on these incredible tours in Goa. Gain a deeper understanding of the state’s colonial past on visits to Sé Cathedral and the Basilica of Born Jesus—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. These epic tours include a visit to the city of Panaji, where you see the impact of the Portuguese in Fontainhas, the Latin Quarter. Catch incredible views of the Arabian Sea or simply enjoy the local flavours of this place.

1. Cultural & Heritage Trail

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.

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.


Tour Highlights

On this walking tour you’ll explore the city's gems that you would easily miss if you are exploring the city on our own. Though the highlights of the tour will be following
  •   The Panjim Church
  •   Altinho Hill stepped street and Archbishop's Palace
  •   One of the oldest High Courts of India at Goa
  •   Goa's Chief Minister's Official Residence
  •   Walk through Portuguese influenced lanes, centuries old buildings and cafes
  •   Chapel of St Sebastian at Fontainhas Neighbourhood
  •   Modest art gallery with Scandinavian art and original work by Locals
  •   Hindu Neighbourhood at Fontainhas
  •   Lord Hanuman situated on top of the Altinho hillock

To know more please click: Goa cultural and heritage trail

2. Food Walk Tour

Goa is tourist paradise and for centuries it is known for its rich and yummy Goan food culture, we are fortunate today that this rich food culture is preserved in the form of small food joints by some thoughtful people for generations.

We have designed this amazing experience for you with an intention to take you to these places for food tasting, so that you can also cherish this food, feast your taste buds and have a fabulous and lasting impression.


Tour Highlights

We don't want to spill the beans, so come on this walking tour and explore the best of the food in Goa (unknown to major tourists) that you shouldn’t miss.
  •   Stroll the lanes with oldest food shop of the Portuguese influenced state, taste variety of local street food of Goa, mouth-watering local dishes like Xacuti, taste famous sweet Peda, Cucumber Mint Juice, various types chats, cutlets and many more.
  •    Witness the preparation of the most celebrated sweets in the Portuguese state, some delicacies that even though did not originate from Goa but still are a part of its rich cuisine for centuries.
  •    Sip a cup of masala chai tea in clay pot with unmatched views of Goa, and admire its beauty while doing what people like doing – eat.
  •     Grab a lip smacking famous sweet dishes, desserts of Goa at end the walk.

To know more please click: Goa food walk tour

3. Old Goa Churches Walk

Experience authentic magnificent churches old Goa also known as “Rome of the East” because on this amazing walking tour with our fun and entertaining storytellers.

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.


Tour Highlights

Get ready and fasten your seat belts as this walk will take you on a journey of Portuguese Era.
  •    Basilica of Bom Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the old Goa Churches
  •    Church of St Francis of Assisi, Archaeological Museum and Kristu Kala Mandir Art Gallery
  •     Sé Cathedral, the largest church in Asia and Statue Of Jesus
  •     Adil Shah Palace Gateway, Viceroy’s Arch and Statue of Jesus
  •    Church of St Cajetan and the excellent views of the Mandovi River and Divar Island.

To know more please click: Old Goa Churches Walk

4. Goa Art Trail

Goan arts and crafts are a source of endless fascination, whether one approaches them for purely visual, aesthetic pleasure or pauses to savour the underlying history, culture and symbolism.

Experience the everyday artistry and colour on this offbeat and creative world of contemporary Portuguese Art.


Tour Highlights

This walking tours follows the same protocol as everywhere else across the globe, Storyteller will meet you at the meeting point and will take you from one point of attraction to another until our tour end point.
  •    Explore the Houses of Goa, Offbeat, ship-shaped museum showcasing the region's cultural & architectural history of beautiful Indo-Portuguese era.
  •    Museum Café
  •    Mario Gallery
  •    Walk on the lake side
  •    Architecture School Walk

To know more please click: Goa art trail

These are the few things that you do while your stay in Goa. Be sure to book a tour guide or experiences from Odigos to make the most of your visit to this gorgeous city.




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