GOA

It was tears and chanting of prayers that mark the departure of a fleet of four ships from a Portuguese harbor late in the fifteenth century, in search of a new tread route to India. After a year of sailing, the sea-faring Portuguese had finally anchored their sail in this remote location on the Indian subcontinent. Slowly, with the increase in commercial traffic more and more Portuguese merchants and businessmen came and set up their hold in this small beautiful coastal town-Goa, by the Arabian Sea. This is sure that you will never forgot your Goa Tour.

Following the expansion and consolidation of Portuguese Empire – Portuguese language, culture and the legacy of values and ideals of Christianity has been strongly felt in the region. Goa Tourism India. Today this land of golden beaches “Goa” identifies itself as the “Pearl of the Orient” and a “Tourist Paradise”. This coastal State of India is known for its breath taking sandy beaches, wine and samba. Peak seasons are Dec—Jan & Mar—Jun. It is considered one of the most tourist friendly States. Vibrant culture and samba loving people makes Goa musical.

Beaches — Arambol, Benaulim, Vagator, Anjuna, Calangute, Miramar, Dona Paula, Colva, Mandrem, Palolem, Baga, Bogmalo, Betul
Aguada Fort, Arvalem Caves & Water falls, Ponda, Vasco, Bondla Wildlife, Molem
Wildlife, Madgaon, Mormugao Harbor, Panaji, Mapusa, Pilar, Agonda, Vasco-Da-Gama, Chandor,

3 Nights & 4 Days Day 01: Goa Day 02: N. Goa trip Day 03: S. Goa trip Day 04: Return

2 Nights & 3 Days Day 01: Goa Day 02: N or S Goa trip Day 03: Return

Panjim

NORTH GOA TOUR I
8.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m.

Panjim to Mini Lake : A cool lake on the hilltop and a much frequent picnic spot

Temples : Temple of Budgheshwar
Favoured by Devote Hindus, where by lie the temple of Vital, Lord Vendevta Mahalaxmi

Mapusa : Capital of Bardez and famous for its Friday Bazar, where a people buy or sell everything from lime to livestock

Vagatore Beach : A beach famous for its seclusion with the Chapora Fort as its imposing backdrop.

Anjuna Beach : A popular hunt for hippies(view point).

Fort Aguda : A famous 17th Centuryfort now made evenmore famous by the 5 star hotel Complex.

Calagute Beach : Widely known as Queen of Goa’s beaches. Here holidays and beat shows draw hundreds of people.

SOUTH GOA TOUR II
8.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m.

Panjim to Miramar : A short but sweet beach, here lies the smadhi of Goa’s first Chief Minister late Dayanad Bandodkar.

Dona Paula : From its high point, can be seen river Zuari meeting the Arabian Sea.

Old Goa Churches
1. Se Cathedral : Where in lies the incorruptible remains of St. Francies Xavier.

2. Bom Jesus of Basilica : The largest of its kind in East.

Temples
1. Mangushi : Dedicated to Lord Shiva, being built in the 17th Century.

2. Shantadurga : This is one of the richest Temple dedicated to Shantadurga, the goddess of peace, famous for its golden palanquin.

Margoa : Commercial city of South Goa.

Colva Beach : Longest beach in Goa only rival to Calagute in popularity