Day 03: Central & South Goa Sightseeing
After breakfast, 10.00 am and proceed for South Goa Sightseeing.
Places covering in order:
1. Old Goa Churches viz. Basilica of Bom Jesus & Se Cathedral
2. Manghueshi Temple
3. Spice Plantation (entry not included)
4. Panjim City
5. Miramar Beach
6. 01 Hour Boat Cruise on River Mandovi (entry not included)
Your journey will start with visiting Old Goa Churches viz. Basilica of Bom Jesus & Se
Cathedral (Reach by 10.30 AM). The former capital of Portuguese India, it's known
for its colonial-era monuments like the Basilica of Bom Jesus, with the remains of St.
Francis Xavier, and the domed Church of St. Cajetan, inspired by St. Peter’s in
Rome. Nearby, the vast Se Cathedral, built in the 16th–17th centuries, has ornate
chapels and a bell tower.
Later reach to the famous Spice Plantation. A place for relaxation under the dense
forest cover, an aroma of a variety of genuine spices coming from the trees grown
around the farm, lots of knowledge, guidance on the type of species and treatment
for various diseases. Enjoy the Traditional Goan Lunch at the spice plantation in
South Goa after studying how spices grown there. Here you will taste a famous
Goan drink called fenny in its real taste and aroma.
(Spice Plantation Entry and Lunch charges is extra)
After visiting the Spice Planation, you will reach Mangueshi Temple by 2.30PM.
Reach Panjim city by around 3.30 PM (Note: Vehicles except cars will park in
main road only and need to walk towards through roads). Low-rise and laid-
back, this characterful riverside city has a distinct European flavor and a range of
Indo-Portuguese architecture. Goa’s capital, Panaji, is still commonly referred to by
its Portuguese name, Panjim, and the legacy of its old colonial rulers doesn’t end
there. Aesthetically, it is reminiscent of Portugal with ample green spaces,
whitewashed churches and atmospheric old colonial quarters & Miramar Beach Visit,
then at 04.45PM and at 5.30PM reach to Boat Cruise.
Now it’s time to enjoy a beautiful evening in the capital city with a 1-hour Sunset
River cruise in the Mandovi River starting at 6.00 PM (Boarding time 5.45 PM). You
will discover how beautiful the sunset over the Mandovi River can be when lilac
colours merge with a riot of orange and pink. While you sail down the river local
boys and girls treat you with some Goa’s best-known folk dances and performances.
(Mandovi River Cruise ticket extra)
After River cruise at 07.15PM drive back to Hotel & Overnight Stay at
hotel.
