Once known as the ‘Rome of the East', Goa is packed with religious monuments, grand cathedrals and colonial relics. On this full-day tour, you'll visit both her capitals, past and present. Panaji – the current one – and Old Goa, the former seat of Portuguese power. Along the way you'll have an expert guide and enjoy a delicious lunch.
Where better to start your journey than the former capital, Old Goa. As the seat of Portuguese rule for 200-years, it's steeped in rich history and architecture. In the Basilica of Bom Jesus, you'll discover sacred relics before moving on to the Se Cathedral to see its golden bell – the largest in Asia.
Next, it's on to Panaji for a shopping stop in the city centre. And after a tasty lunch at the Goa Marriott or Vivanta by Taj, you'll head for a rickshaw for a ride through the Latin Quarter. With its pastel-hued houses and wooden balconies, it's like a little slice of Lisbon in India. You'll continue with a visit to the Maruti temple on Altinho hill, dedicated to Lord Hanuman, before rounding off at the bustling daily market with free time to shop or explore.
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