Pilgrimage tours

Goa Churches & Old Goa Heritage

The Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral in Old Goa, the chapels of Fontainhas and a quiet night in south Goa, timed for the Feast of St Francis Xavier on request.

Trip at a glance

Duration4 days / 3 nights
Starts inNorth Goa
RouteNorth Goa · South Goa
Places2 destinations
StateGoa, India
Ideal forPilgrimage tours, Cultural holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-1UHISZ

Best time to visit: November to February

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Basilica of Bom Jesus, Old Goa – South Goa

Basilica of Bom Jesus, Old Goa – South Goa

Trip overview

The Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral in Old Goa, the chapels of Fontainhas and a quiet night in south Goa, timed for the Feast of St Francis Xavier on request.

The route spends 2 nights in North Goa and 1 night in South Goa, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits pilgrimage tours and cultural holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Baga and Calangute beachesAnjuna Flea MarketFort AguadaPalolem BeachColva and Benaulim beachesBasilica of Bom Jesus, Old Goa

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in North Goa

Arrive via Manohar International Airport and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Baga and Calangute beaches: Busy beaches with water sports

Day 2North Goa: Anjuna Flea Market and Fort Aguada

Anjuna Flea Market: Wednesday market of crafts and clothes
Fort Aguada: Seventeenth-century Portuguese fort and lighthouse

Day 3North Goa to South Goa

Travel from North Goa to South Goa by private vehicle
Check in at your South Goa hotel
Old Goa churches tour

Day 4Depart from South Goa

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Dabolim Airport (GOI) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Darshan and aarti timings planned around temple hours
Online darshan or registration booked through official channels where available
Comfortable pace and short walks planned for elders
Dress codes and rules for each shrine shared before you go
Licensed local guides at the major heritage sites

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

North Goa: Stay near Candolim or Sinquerim for easy access to both beaches and Panaji without the noise of Baga.
South Goa: Visit Dudhsagar soon after the monsoon (October–November) when the falls are fullest and jeeps are running.

At a glance

Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
Route: North Goa, South Goa
Ideal for: Pilgrimage tours, Cultural holidays
Best time: November to February
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-1UHISZ

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 3 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
Pick-up and drop at the arrival and departure point
Driver allowances, tolls, parking and fuel for the itinerary route
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

Flights or train tickets unless added to your quote
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Entry tickets, camera fees and optional activities unless stated
Personal expenses such as laundry, tips and shopping
Travel insurance
GST as applicable

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

North Goa: November to February. South Goa: November to February.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in North Goa (Manohar International Airport, Mopa (GOX), about 35 km; Dabolim (GOI), about 40 km). We can add flights or train tickets from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.