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Pre Tour Goa
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Goa 2 nights / 3 days
The Portuguese called it Goa Dourada, Golden Goa; others called it the Pearl of the Orient. Lying between lush forested hills and the sea, Goa offers not only stunning beaches and swaying coconut palms but also a rich multi-cultural and historical heritage, including the World Heritage Site of its Churches and Convents.
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Day 1
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- Arrive Goa.
- Check in at Hotel
- Overnight at hotel
Arrive at Goa. Meeting and assistance on arrival, and transfer to hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
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Day 2
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- Visit to Ponda - Mangueshi and Shantadurga temples
- Drive to Sahakari Spice Plantation
- Visit to Old Goa
- Drive to Panaji - Capital of modern Goa - for shopping
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| 08h30 : |
Breakfast at hotel |
| 09h30 : |
Depart from hotel for Ponda to see the Hindu temples. |
| 10h15 : |
Arrive Ponda, the temple city, to visit the Mangueshi and Shantadurga temples.
Mangueshi Temple: This Hindu temple is famous for its pristine glory, which attracts thousands of visitors every year and is gifted by the Welcome Gate, an elegant lamp tower, a `Noubatkhana´ overlooking the temple tank and Agrashalas or guest houses on three sides. Inside, the floor is paved with marble, and bands of decorative tiles emblazon the white walls. Flanked by large 'Dvarpala' guardians, embossed silver doorways with florite designs lead to the sanctum. The structure visitors see today dates from the 1700s.
Shantadurga Temple is dedicated to Sri Shantadurga, the goddess of peace, who is said to have settled a quarrel between Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. The 18th century temple complex lies on the foothills of Kavalem surrounded by lush vegetation. |
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There is a main temple with pyramidal roofs with an interesting dome, and three smaller temples of other deities which have been built on three sides. The pillars and floorings are made of Kashmir stone. The temple has a huge tank, a Dipa Stambha and agrashalas (guest houses). |
| 11h30 : |
Drive to Sahakari Spice Plantation. Guided tour of the plantation followed by Goan buffet lunch served on banana leaves. |
| 13h45 : |
Drive to Old Goa to see the old capital of Goa. |
| 14h15 : |
Visit the famous churches at Old Goa - the Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral. The churches in Goa were built mainly in the 16th and 17th centuries. A legacy of the Portuguese rule over the area, they are architectural masterpieces recognized today as a World Heritage Sites. |
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The Basilica of Bom Jesus, which contains the relics of St. Francis Xavier, Patron Saint of Goa, is a stunning example of Baroque architecture in India. The facade is a visual delight with a combination of Ionic, Doric and Corinthian styles in the columns. The construction of the church began on the 24th November 1594 AD. The interior is rich with gilded altars and an elaborately carved pulpit.
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Nearby Se Cathedral is the largest church in Asia and was dedicated to St Catherine. It took almost three-fourths of a century to complete the magnificent structure which is Portuguese Gothic in style with its Tuscan exterior and Manueline square tower and Corinthian interior. |
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It is the seat of the Archdiocese of Goa. The cathedral has fifteen altars and eight chapels, of which two, the Chapels of Blessed Sacrament and the Miraculous Cross are adorned with very fine filigree work. |
| 15h30 : |
Drive to Panaji - the capital of modern Goa. |
| 16h15 : |
Tour the capital city for shopping |
| 17h15 : |
Drive back to hotel. |
| 19h30 : |
Dinner and overnight at hotel. |
Dinner (not included) & overnight stay at Agra.
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Day 3
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- Morning at leisure for beaches.
- Board flight for Hyderabad.
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| 08h30 : |
Breakfast at hotel. |
| 09h30 : |
Relax at the nearby beach / time free. |
| 12h00 : |
Check-out followed by lunch (not included). |
| 13h30 : |
Transfer to airport . |
| 15h25 : |
Board flight 9W 3445 for Hyderabad. |
| 17h10 : |
Arrival at Hyderabad. Transfer to hotel. |
| Tour Ends. |
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Tour Cost:
| Occupancy |
LUXURY HOTELS
Taj Exotica |
DELUXE HOTELS
Country Inn Suites |
| Twin / double |
INR 29,500 per person |
INR 22,500 per person |
| Single |
INR 43,500 per person |
INR 32,500 per person |
Additional:
| Airfare: Economy Class for Goa-Hyderabad |
INR 9300 per person one way. |
(Airfare / timings currently applicable and subject to change without notice)
The tour cost includes:
- Arrival/Departure transfers, sightseeing, excursion as per programme by an air-conditioned coach with services of an English speaking guide for city tour.
- Hotel accommodation at the hotels envisaged above or similar per respective combinations in standard room, with breakfast.
- Monument entrance fee wherever applicable.
- Govt. Service tax - currently @ 3.09%. The tax prevailing at the time of billing will be charged.
The tour cost does not include:
- Meals (except those specified above).
- Personal expenses like laundry, extras at the hotel, phone etc.
- Any other services does not specified above.
- Govt. Service tax - currently @ 3.09%. The tax prevailing at the time of billing will be charged.
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