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Goa’s best days out, rated by the people who took them.
The 15 best-loved old goa & church tours in Goa, gathered in one place. The ones travellers rate most, with prices, run times and exactly who to book each with.
Old Goa Heritage Walk with an English guide, entry fees included, heritage maps, and Portuguese churches over about 2.5 hours.
Most Popular“It was an excellent walk and I learnt so much. Vimala was a wonderful guide - knowledgeable, friendly and informative. She even spent an extra hour with the group so we could visit the exposition of St Francis Xavier, which was very special. Read more”
Walk Old Goa’s heritage churches with an English guide, Portuguese-era stories, frescoes, and St. Francis Xavier’s remains for $12.
“I did a tour of Old Goa with the guide Trancy, and it was simply amazing! Trancy is incredibly attentive, deeply knowledgeable about the local history, and makes the tour feel light and engaging. Every stop felt like a real journey through time, and she always added special details that made the experience even richer.…”
Full-day group trip from Goa to Dudhsagar Falls, Mollem safari, and a spice plantation, with lunch and jeep rides.
“My experience was not a good one. First of all, the bus we were in was an older bus compared to other buses owned and operated by Fernandes Tours we saw during the day who were on same tour as us. Secondly, the boat ride in crocodile river took much longer than promised 30 minutes…”
A 7-hour Goa tour combining colonial streets in Fontainhas, UNESCO churches in Old Goa, a Hindu temple stop, and a spice plantation meal.
“Had the best tour in Goa yesterday with Mario from Exotic Goan Excursions. He truly is one of the best tour guides we’ve ever had. He will email you after booking your tour and ask you for any specific needs, what you like to drink etc. The car Read more”
A guided Goa day trip linking Panjim, Fontainhas, Old Goa churches, a Hindu temple, and a spice plantation lunch with herbal tea.
“A really interesting and well planned tour. Joaquim, our guide was excellent and very entertaining. Our driver Marlon also did a fine job with both being real gentlemen. This is a perfect tour if you want to see a bit more of Goa outside the hotels, with lots of additional information on Goan history, life…”
Private Old Goa churches, Mangeshi Temple, and a spice plantation with Goan buffet lunch, hotel pickup, and UNESCO sights in 5–6 hours.
“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, iRead more”
Old Goa UNESCO churches and Divar Island by e-bike, with a Mandovi ferry and Goan snacks at a local home. Value at $40.
“tour was good fun, guide Joshua was informative and chatty. The tour was good with lots to see, we done the clay bath- was good fun as well.”
Private Portuguese Heritage tour in Goa with a guide, UNESCO Bom Jesus, Se Cathedral, Fontainhas Latin Quarter, and Dona Paula views.
“The guide was very kind and knowledgeable and showed us highlights of Goa and even made a few stops for us to get personal items.”
A small-group Portuguese culture day in Goa with Panaji streets, Fontainhas, UNESCO Old Goa churches, and forts at Reis Magos and Aguada.
“We had a great experience. Our guide Antonio was really knowledgable and explained really well. Would definitely recommend.”
Private tour of Fontainhas and Old Goa’s Portuguese heritage with hotel pickup, guided church stops, and Dona Paula jetty views.
“Perfect if you want to get an insight into Portuguese influence in Goa by visiting the most important sites. Dadapir is a very knowledgeable and friendly guide. Definitely recommend!”
Old Goa heritage walk in 2 hours: Portuguese-era churches, Augustinian ruins, saints and spices, sacred art, and a local drink for $9.
Private 5-hour Goa tour with Se Cathedral, Bom Jesus, St Augustine’s Tower, and a Ponda spice plantation lunch.
“Ik kreeg een privéterras van Santosh, erg leuk en boeiend. Mooie kerken en één tempel. Jammer dat je binnenin niet mag fotograferen, het ziet er zo mooi uit.😍 Ook de plantage was leuk en leerzaam met een heerlijk lunch als afsluiter.”
Old Goa churches spiritual walk: Portuguese-era UNESCO sites, guided storytelling, and a relaxed 2-hour route. Private tour, $18.
“Joe, my tour guide was very knowledgeable about the overall history of Goa as well as the local basilica and cathedral. Absolutely worth it!”
Cruise-ready Goa shore excursion with Old Goa churches, Panjim market, and a spice plantation, plus lunch and port transport.
“Attractions to see were too far apart and guide did not really explain what to do. Just too hot, which is not anyone's fault.”
2-hour guided walk of Old Goa’s Portuguese churches: Bom Jesus (UNESCO), Se Cathedral, St Francis, and Mandovi views. Church entries included.
“A good way to learn about the history of Old Goa. Geronimo, my guide, was truly very knowledgeable and a local who knows his history.”
From the painted lanes of Panaji to the spice hills, the backwater islands and the long southern sands.
