Category
Top North Goa Activities
Location
Old Goa-
Availability
Santa Monica Nunnery, Old Goa- North Goa
Safety
Guided Setup
Experience Overview
Wander through grand cathedrals and crumbling convents. This is the unfolding Saga of Saints, Spices and Sovereigns tour. Local storytellers trace the footsteps of pilgrims, traders, and kings. Visit hidden nooks like the Rosary Church. Explore the ruins of the Augustinian monastery and Asia's oldest nunnery. A key highlight is the revered Basilica of Bom Jesus church in Old Goa. On this Old Goa heritage walk, learn how spices, ships, and salvation shaped a cosmopolitan city. You will explore with medieval maps. Hear stories from local voices deeply connected to this land. This journey reveals a destiny forged in faith and trade.
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Activity Highlights
Detailed Itinerary
Meet & Introduction o Gather at a central point in Old Goa. o Brief introduction to the day and the theme of saints, spices, and sovereigns.
The Grand Cathedrals o Visit the magnificent Se Cathedral. o Explore the revered Basilica of Bom Jesus. o Admire the sacred art and Indo-Portuguese architecture.
Hidden Histories & Monastic Ruins o Walk to the secluded Rosary Church. o Discover the sprawling ruins of the St. Augustine complex. o Hear forgotten stories of monastic life.
Lived Heritage & Local Voices o Interact with a local community storyteller. o Gain personal insights into Goa's past and present. o Learn about ongoing preservation efforts.
Asia's Oldest Nunnery & Final Tales o View the site of Asia's first nunnery, the Convent of St. Cajetan. o Recap how trade, faith, and power shaped Old Goa.
Conclusion & Refreshment o Enjoy a refreshing local drink. o The tour concludes at the final stop.
Essential Information
The Essentials
- Best time: Throughout the year (weather permitting)
- Specific meeting point details will be shared 24 hours before your tour
- Modest dress is required for church entry; avoid shorts and sleeveless tops
- Photography is prohibited in some churches; you will be notified where
- Please arrive on time to ensure a smooth start for the group.
- Walk with purpose and explore with care.
Safety Protocol
- Pay attention to tour leader at all times
What to Pack
* Taxes & convenience fees might apply
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