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Colonial Goa Tour with Rickshaw and Train Ride

Free cancellation
Place: Goa
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted

Do this because

  • Explore Goa's multicultural heritage and soak up local life
  • Visit Margao, home to one of Goa's liveliest local markets
  • Enjoy an unforgettable trip in a rickshaw and hop on a train
  • Tour the 200-year old Palacio Deao for a typical Goan lunch
  • Expert local guide with unrivalled knowledge of Goa's history

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

What to expect

Travelling by rickshaw and rail, discover Goa's past as a Portuguese colony. With religious gems and relics aplenty, you'll call in at the city of Margao, hit a local market and finish up with a traditional lunch surrounded by colonial charm. Supriya, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘This tour gets you right into the heart of Goan life. You'll be shopping at the busy market where you'll see the great variety of produce grown in the region, then you'll travel by train and rickshaw, just as the locals do.'

The morning kicks off in Margao – Goa's bustling commercial capital. With free time to explore the market here, you can wander its rows of colourful stalls and practice your bargaining skills. The market dates back to the pre-colonial era when it was a prominent trade centre for spices and other commodities. Today, you can find all sorts of fresh foods, clothing and trinkets, plus a flea market section. Then, hopping in a rickshaw, you'll be whisked to the station to catch the train to your next stop.

Chugging to a halt in Sanvordem, you'll carry on by bus to Quepem to visit the impressive Palacio Deao. Boasting a superb blend of Hindu and Portuguese architecture, this carefully restored 200-year-old manor boasts impressive views of the Kushavati River. You'll take a guided tour to explore its airy, colonial interiors and exquisite gardens before lunch, where you'll get to try some of the best-loved Goan specialities.

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Important to know

  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • Bring a hat
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Drinks not included
  • Lockers not included
  • Sun loungers not included
  • Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
  • English-speaking guide for all nationalities
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
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What’s included

Transport

Guide

Food

Walking tour

Train and rickshaw journey

Entrance fees

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

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Provider

MUSEMENT SPA

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Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET

Phone number: +44 121 468 3145