Top 10 Cultural Tours in Goa, India

Indulge yourself with the very best of eclectic India. This 7-day tour of Golden Triangle with Goa offers a myriad of thrilling experiences. On one hand, head to the capital of Delhi where you unravel fascinating sites such as the majestic Qutub Minar, Humanyun's Tomb, Bahai Temple (Lotus Temple), India Gate, Parliament House, President's Palace and Secretariat buildings. Continue to the land of architectural marvels Agra and visit Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Post that, get a taste of royalty and opulence at Jaipur where you visit Amber Fort, Lake Palace (Jal Mahal), Palace of Winds (Hawa Mahal), Maharaja's City Palace, Jantar Mantar Observatory. This tour concludes in the tropical climate of Goa Sun, Sea, Sand. Bask by the hippie sandy beaches such as Anjuna and Baga, party the night away Tito’s and experience tranquility at the age old quaint Portuguese churches.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 6 nights accommodation on twin sharing (If booked with option including Hotels), Daily Breakfast in hotels of stay (If booked with option including Hotels), Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle, Professional local tour guides for all sightseeing's, Entrance fees of sights mentioned, Battery Bus/golf cart return ride from parking to Taj Mahal, Bottled water

Exclusions: Domestic commercial flights, Elephant/Jeep ride at Amber fort in Jaipur, Camera fees at monuments (Still or Video), Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Anything not mentioned in Inclusions head

Home-chef Sandhya is a true Goan and you can gather interesting information from her about the local culture and cuisine of Goa. What you generally get served at the shacks and restaurants in Goa is delicious but it portrays only one side of Goa - the Portuguese inspired culture and cuisine. There is a lot to discover about the regional and authentic flavours of Goa which is possible when you get to spend time with a local. The experience begins with meeting Sandhya and her family in her beautiful home in Miramar, Panaji, Goa, establishing a conversation that flows into enjoying your time in the kitchen and then sitting down to enjoy a delicious mean, full of local flavours of Goa. This is an opportunity to learn the tips and tricks of cooking Indian food and getting to enjoy authentic home made food with a local family over great conversations. The entire experience at Sandhya's home will be for 2-4 hours.

Inclusions: 4-course lunch/dinner, Cooking demonstration, Non-alcoholic beverages, Gratuities, Lunch, Dinner, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Experience the city of sun, sand and beaches like never before on this tour which is a fine blend of sophisticated Catholic and Portuguese architecture, beautiful Indo-Portuguese buildings, old Goa's churches which are part of World Heritage sites and off-course some stunning beaches. Walk through the history that they represent from where they stand on this private guided sightseeing tour by car and delight with amazing highlights that provides you glimpses of vintage city. 1. Discover Old Goa which mostly designed by Portuguese or Italian architects & architecture style ranges from Baroque to Renaissance. 2. Explore Portuguese influenced happening Panjim Church, Fontainhas Neighbourhood & Lord Hanuman situated on top of of Altinho hillock. 3. Explore a offbeat ship-shaped museum showcasing region's cultural & architectural history of beautiful Indo-Portuguese era. 4. Visit well-preserved seventeenth-century Portuguese Fort Aguada and Reis Magos Forts, Candolim and Sinquerim Beaches

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Snacks, Highly trained and friendly Storyteller/ Guide who can speak English & Hindi, Great local tips and recommendations

Exclusions: Entrance fee to any historical site, Pickup and drop outside the Panjim City center, Lunch at your own expenses

Goa was a Portuguese colony for over four centuries during which there was a strong influence of culture, language, tradition and architecture. All over the state there are beautiful houses which have floor plans and features from what you would observe in Portugal. Most houses have been built with the skill force available locally. Hence each house is a beauty by itself. The walls have seen centuries worth of stories that have led to making it special for us in the current day. We are in the city of Chandrapur which also happens to be the Oldest known capital of Goa. Picture the days gone by where it had armies, fortifications, battles and flourishing trade. Right from the Bhojas to the Silaharas, Chandor was a thriving settlement due to the connectivity that the river Kushavati provided to the travelers. The village is famous for the legend of the Queens curse that was brought upon the village as a result of treachery of the warriors of the kingdom.

Inclusions: Guided Tour, Snacks, Breakfast, All Fees and Taxes, First Aid / Medical kit, Drinking Water Filling stations

Exclusions: Lunch, Bottled water, Personal Expenses and Medication

This journey takes us from Udaipur – the Venice of India – to Delhi, the city with the two faces. Visit the Taj Mahal in Agra and the capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur – known as the “Pink City”. We experience the barren beauty of the Thar Desert and experience unity and harmony in the holy city of Pushkar. With good luck we meet in Ranthambhore the shy royal tiger. With one of the highlights, we start the adventure Rajasthan: the 3-day bike trekking from Udaipur to Jodphur. By bike we cross beautiful landscapes, visit traditional villages and conquer legendary fortresses. On guided hikes we discover the Thar Desert and the blue city of Jodhpur. With our yoga sessions you can relax and strengthen body and mind. It will also be exciting during the safari, when we go close to tigers and leopards. At the end of the trip there is time to review the newly gained impressions. On Goa’s dream beaches relax and let your soul unwind by your own.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Use of bicycle, Accommodation in double room, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, All mentioned activities, Flight from Delhi to Goa

Exclusions: Breakfast x 1, Dinner x 10, Lunch x 13, Massages (1500-4000 rs/20-50 €), Yoga classes in Goa (300-500 rs/5-8 €), Zipplining in Jodhpur ( 2000 rs/35 €)

Explore this beautiful Island and its star attraction - The Salim Ali Bird sanctuary. We set out on a boat through the backwaters enveloped by the mangrove forest and soon you would be perking up their ears to the sounds of bird life teeming around. Open your senses to nature as you spot birds, crocodiles and various species of Mangroves.There would be learning about the gooing lumps like active little volcanoes all along the pathway were actually mud crabs at work, the loud clickety clicks were the sounds made by fiddler crabs with their large single claws.The Island has more than nature to it right from the Devaki Krishna Temple that had been relocated during the Portuguese rule and a 450 year old Church with numerous stories tied to it.

Inclusions: Local Goan Snacks, Guided Trail, All Fees and Taxes, Soul Travelling Goodies, Medical Kit, Boat Ride Charges

Exclusions: Extra portions of Meals and Snacks., Personal Expenses and Medication, Bottled water

We are in the city of Chandrapur which also happens to be the Oldest known capital of Goa. Picture the days gone by where it had armies, fortifications, battles and flourishing trade. Right from the Bhojas to the Silaharas, Chandor was a thriving settlement due to the connectivity that the river Kushavati provided to the travelers. The village is famous for the legend of the Queens curse that was brought upon the village as a result of treachery of the warriors of the kingdom. We will be exploring Chandor as it stands today speaking of its rich past and we meet the current generation of the family members of one of the most prestigious heritage homes in the village. Join us as we take a look at Chandor through its houses.

Inclusions: Local Goan Snacks, Guided Tour, All Entry Fees and Taxes, Soul Travelling Goodies

Exclusions: Any meals/services not mentioned in the inclusions, Personal Expenses and Medication, Bottled water

The Fontainhas Heritage Walk is an immersive walking tour in Goa narrating its past. Witness the Portuguese past that eventually survived the onslaught of development in the 21st century. The houses are dressed in yellow, green and blue, balconies fronted by wrought iron railings and tiled roofs transporting you to another era. Fontainhas is not only the oldest but the largest Latin quarter of Asia. Located at the foot of the hills, Altinho hills with springs surround Fontainhas on the west side, which give it its name from Portuguese for “little fountain”. The people of Fontainhas lead an affluent life. Get access to heritage homes, appreciate Portuguese architecture, meet wonderful people and experience the cultural side of Goa like never before. Highlights: – An English speaking friendly local guide – Get insight to Indo -Portuguese Architecture – Access to traditional Hindu House – Access to a traditional house from the Portuguese era – Meet a renowned Goan Musician

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Snacks

Exclusions: Private transportation

The Old Goa Heritage Walk revisits some of the most fascinating facts during Portuguese rule. When Old Goa was Goa’s former capital city, it was a thriving city even during prior to Portuguese times. It was the capital of the Bahmani Sultan Adil Shah empire. The Portuguese arrived here in 1510 under their commander Afonso de Albuquerque, and captured the city from Adil Shah, the ruler of the Bijapur Kingdom. They came to the East in search of trade and to eventually spread Christianity. In our Old Goa Heritage Walk, explore the some of the most historically significant buildings. Old Goa is a World Heritage site housing some of most grandest and oldest churches in the region. Among these are the Basilica of Bom Jesus which houses the remains of St. Francis Xavier. The imposing Sé Cathedral, the Church of St Francis of Assisi, the Chapel of St Catherine and the domed church of St. Cajetan.

Inclusions: A friendly English speaking Host, Old Goa Heritage Map, Entrance Fee

Exclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Snacks

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.

Inclusions: Highly trained and friendly Storyteller/ Guide who can speak English & Hindi, Great local tips and recommendations to save money and to explore the best of the city., Access to hidden lanes and places, great conversations and interesting stories.

Exclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, Snacks