Spike's Guided Tour -Quintessential Goa in a Nutshell
The Spike's Salonia - Quintessential Goa in a Nutshell Tour allows you to experience the heritage of Goa, taste some of its aromatic cuisine, and gain a deeper insight into Hindu religion and culture.
A full-day tour by AC cab/coach, based on the bookings for the day. Explore Ancestral Goa and learn about efforts to preserve art, culture, and the environment. See Hindu temples that showcase Portuguese influence and visit a spice village where you can unlock the secrets of India’s most prized export, and savor a traditional Goan/Indian lunch.
A relaxed tour with an English-speaking guide. Ancestral Goa - a showcase of art, culture and the environment located in a traditional village. Check out Goa’s Portuguese-influenced architecture and learn about Hinduism at the Shantadurga and Mangueshi Temples. Tour a spice plantation to learn about this important Indian product. Enjoy an authentic Indo-Goan lunch and taste how the different spices are used in Goa's cuisine
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Spike's Guided Tour -Quintessential Goa in a Nutshell
What's included in Spike's Guided Tour -Quintessential Goa in a Nutshell
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
A marvellous new temple built in marble, dedicated to the Gods Radha and Krishna.
Casa Araujo Alvares
This place is a Hidden Gem tucked right next to Ancestral Goa. The mansion takes you back in time to the Portuguese era and how life was, back then. A beautifully preserved and meticulously maintained home, a literal showcase of memories, from centuries gone by!
Ancestral Goa
Ancestral Goa is a vibrant visual narrative encompassing Goa's ancestral grandeur. It has among others, 44 lifesize tableaus depicting Goan culture and heritage. You'll find India's longest laterite sculpture, learn about the legend of the Big Foot, meet the Goan farmer Joao, the village potter Nandu and his collection of black and red clay terracotta pots and see many amazing aspects of rural life in Goa. With audio recordings playing as you pass the different tableaus, you can almost feel the wedding atmosphere and smell the flowers of the flower sellers! The village baker and his wife, the basket weaver, the cross museum, the birds collection and the art gallery, will fascinate you and leave you enthralled.
Inclusions
- Juice and water in cab/coach
- Spice plantation
- Snacks
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The guide will be standing at the terminal gate after Immigration Check, with a Spike's Salonia Quintessential Goa Nutshell Tours Placard. A Strict Decorum of dress code to be followed at the Temples. No shorts, sleeveless Tops, mini skirts, No strapless or fine/spaghetti strap dresses or short dresses or Sleeveless T-shirts or No T-shirts or Blouse tops above midriff are to be worn at these places of worship. For entry inside the temple, guests will have to remove their footwear, rinse their feet and only then walk barefoot inside the temple. No Alcoholic or Non Alcoholic Beverages will be served with the lunch at the Plantation and are to be purchased on direct payment.
- This experience requires a minimum number of 2 travelers. Will be operated either by cab or coach, based on bookings.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- You will find our coach with the Spike's Salonia Nutshell Tour placard parked here on the left-hand side.
