Cultural Immersion Itinerary in Goa, June 2023

  1. Day 1: Old Goa
    25 minutes (9.4 km) from Goa International Airport

    Explore the city's magnificent colonial structures, such as the Basilica of Bom Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that holds the remains of St. Francis Xavier. Visit the Church of St. Francis of Assisi to see its impressive Baroque architecture.

  2. Day 2: Fontainhas
    25 minutes (7.8 km) from Old Goa

    Fontainhas is the old Latin Quarter of Goa with pastel-colored houses that have red tiled roofs and wrought iron balconies. It is also home to several galleries, boutiques, and cafes. Visit the 18th-century Chapel of St. Sebastian

  3. Day 3: Goa Chitra Museum
    40 minutes (18 km) from Fontainhas

    Housed in a restored 400-year-old mansion, this museum is dedicated to showcasing Goa's traditional agrarian culture. There are over 4,000 artifacts on display, such as farming tools, musical instruments, and household items.

  4. Day 4: Bigfoot Cross Museum
    35 minutes (16.2 km) from Goa Chitra Museum

    The museum offers an insight into the customs and traditions of the tribal population of Goa. Learn about their unique festivals, the way of living, arts and crafts, including handmade traditional musical instruments.

  5. Day 5: Ancestral Goa
    40 minutes (20.5 km) from Bigfoot Cross Museum

    This museum recreates a traditional Goan village and showcases various aspects of Goan life, including harvest festivals, art, and crafts. Take part in activities like pottery-making workshops, and take a guided tour of the property.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Basilica of Bom Jesus (1 hour, Free)
  • Church of St. Francis of Assisi (45 minutes, Free)
  • Chapel of St. Sebastian (30 minutes, Free)
  • Fontainhas Walking Tour (2 hours, INR 400)
  • Goa Chitra Museum (2 hours, INR 300)
  • Bigfoot Cross Museum (2 hours, INR 300)
  • Ancestral Goa (3 hours, INR 500)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding transportation and meals): INR 1500

Useful tips

If you have more time, visit the Museum of Goa, which features modern Indian art. Or, if you prefer outdoor activities, go on a sightseeing boat ride or a bird-watching tour. If you have less time, consider skipping one of the museums and spending more time exploring Fontainhas or Old Goa.

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