Goa Velha Tours
Walk Through the Ruins of Old Goa (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)

Walk Through the Ruins of Old Goa (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)

By Yo Tours Goa
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The land of fun and frolic, Goa has more to it than its beaches; Its magnificent churches relics of Portuguese colonization and these brilliantly preserved buildings & landmarks transporting you back in time to a bygone era. On this amazing walking tour discover magnificent churches old Goa also known as “Rome of the East” because of its beautifully designed churches and wide open piazzas. Old Goa's magnificent architecture is heavily influenced by the prevailing Portuguese design which ruled over it for around 450 years. Walk around the ancient place that is riddled with history and heritage, gain insight from the 15th century churches to monasteries lying in ruins, an unmatched local experience with awesome stories that you to remember for lifetime. We follow a unique style of ‘infotainment’ to ensure that you enjoy the tour and don't get bored, irrespective of whether you love history or not, this walking tour will be a unique, fun and memorable experience for you.
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$12.20
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Ages 8-99, max of 20 per group
Duration: 2h
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  • Access to hidden lanes and places, great conversations and interesting stories.
  • Great local tips and recommendations to save money and to explore the best of the city.
  • Highly trained and friendly Storyteller/ Guide who can speak English & Hindi
What's not included
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Snacks
  • Entry fee to any historical sites or musesum
  • Entry/Admission - Old Goa
  • Entry/Admission - Basilica of Bom Jesus
  • Entry/Admission - Cola
  • Entry/Admission - Se Cathedral
  • Entry/Admission - Goa Velha


Start:
  • Basilica of Bom Jesus, Old Goa Road, गोआ वेळ, Goa 403402, India
    Meet us at the entrance of the Basilica of Bom Jesus, Goa, we will meet you 10 mins prior to the tour start time.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Near public transportation
    • Stroller accessible
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 205224P6

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 205224P6

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    About the operator
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    • Yo Tours Goa
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      Panjim, Goa, India
      Joined in October 2019
    • Camper615858
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      1.0 of 5 bubbles
      I definitely do not recommend this company
      I am very disappointed with this tour company and Viator. Our cruise ship was arriving later than planned, so I contacted the operator days before to arrange a time change. They agreed and then showed up at the original time and claimed we were a no-show. Despite me having a record of the conversation, Viator refused a refund. Very unprofessional conduct all round. I would definitely not recommend this company. I would have cancelled if I had known.
      Written March 2, 2024
    • 796debig
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      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      Day trip to North Goa by car
      The day trip we had to North Goa was excellent. Our tour guide, Mr. Caesar Pareira , went with us and did a fantastic job of narrating the locations we went. We reserved a private tour for three-person in a sedan car. What we ended up with, though, was a small car, where the three of us had to cram into the back. When we asked the tour operator M/s Yo Tour (I believe they are the local operators that get contracts from Trip Advisor) to provide a roomier car, one of their staff members replied that was their standard procedure and that we would have to reserve a car for five people. Later on, though, we learned from the driver that M/s Yo Tour had the option to switch to one of their roomier vehicles. The driver also revealed that these tour companies don't have offices in Goa; instead, they outsource contracts. Here, we offer our insights to help our fellow travelers learn from our mistakes. Due to the fact that the tour companies' overall fees are far more than the value of the services they provide. If such a service is scheduled locally from Goa, the cost could be almost halved. Our tour guide, Mr. Caesar Pareira, was outstanding, and we heartily suggest other travelers seek him out.
      Written January 11, 2024
    • lindacarolina
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      Absolutely recommended
      Super informative tour with our wonderful guide Joaquim (Joe), we had 2 and a half hours packed with history and trivia. It's a great way to get a taste of this quaint old city
      Written January 6, 2024
    • treasurepv
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      Scam Alert! Worst Experience I've Ever Had with a Tour Operator!
      Scam/bait-and-switch alert! 5 months before my planned visit, I booked a tour for 3 for $89, saying I was on a cruise ship. Confirmed everything 2 months later (via TripAdvisor's messaging.) 5 days before the tour I asked where I would be met at the port. No response. The night before the tour -- after I’d paid and online cancelation was no longer an option -- Yo Tours wrote to me via Whatsapp instead of thru TripAdvisor's messaging saying I was outside their range and they couldn't pick me up; instead I'd have to find a taxi at the port to go to a train station. There I would then need to take a second taxi provided by YoTours, which would charge me 4000 rupees ($50 USD.) 6 minutes later they sent another WhatsApp message saying I needed to confirm now, because they needed to book the taxi. I said I assume if I did not confirm they would refund my money and they said no, they would count it as a no-show. I kept asking why they hadn't said any of this to me before, but they ignored the question (and wouldn't answer my phone calls.) But the reason was clear: they wanted me to cancel so they could keep the money. I asked how I was to find them if I took these 2 taxis, and they said to meet them at a large church, but said they would not have a sign and that they would not have vehicles saying "YoTours." So I was supposed to meet unidentified people, without any proof that they worked for the company! The women I was to do the tour with got nervous, as this seemed extremely sketchy, so I told YoTours I was canceling and that I would complain to TripAdvisor and seek a refund. THEN the day of the tour, the provider wrote messages to me via TripAdvisor to create the false impression (if TripAdvisor reviewed the messages) that we had an agreed upon place and were waiting for me and didn't know why I wasn't showing up. In reviewing recent reviews I noted several in the past year that complained about last minute bait and switches by the company. Beware! They couldn't have been more unpleasant or more unethical.
      Written December 16, 2023
    • mjnorth
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      A fantastic tour for families seeking flexibility and fun!
      I would highly recommend this tour! We joined Anthony from a cruise ship with 2 children and our ship docked very late, but Anthony was fantastic at making the most of the time we had and being flexible with what we wanted to see and how long we wanted to stay at each stop. He was very knowledgeable about Goa and its history, and allowed us to feel very relaxed by making our safety and comfort his number one priority! He even RAN back to a market stall to collect a watch for my son who had desperately wanted it, but bartered too low 😅 The tour was also incredible value for money compared to the cruise ship excursions and covered all the “must see” sights. Anthony and Yo Goa Tours were also fantastic when it came to communicating our ship was arriving late and arranging a new start time and pick up place. Thank you, Anthony for a five star experience - according to my son, it was the best tour he’s every done! 🤩
      Written December 15, 2023
    • Stephen H
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Guided Tour North Goa
      Our guide was Joe who took us to see the local historical and contemporary sites. He was extremely knowledgeable and flexible with the day’s arrangements. We learnt so much about the interesting history of Goa. Vinod was a great driver. We had a wonderful day and I would really recommend.
      Written November 16, 2023
    • D3256IDmarlonm
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      Awesome North Goa tour
      We had an awesome tour of North Goa. Our guide Joe was extremely knowledgeable of Goan history and the impacts of the Portuguese. We tour many Catholic churches, a few Hindu temples and one of the highlights was the Dona Paula and forts. He answered all of our historical questions and was very friendly. We definitely recommend this tour and Joe!!!
      Written October 12, 2023
    • Culture464576
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      Cancelled by YoTours. Refund awaited
      The activity was cancelled at the last minute by the service provider. Refund is still awaited.
      Written August 25, 2023
    • Dreamer10153475627
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      5 star
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      Written August 20, 2023
    • rawalabhay
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      Great tour for families, definitely recommend getting a personal car.
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      Written July 13, 2023
    • Shan105Noon
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      Wonderful day tour of Goa
      We had a very fulfilling day tour of North Goa. We learned about the history and culture of the city and enjoyed visiting everywhere on the itinerary. Our tour guide was wonderful and treated us to an afternoon drink and suggested the perfect lunch location on the beach. Our driver took us safely all around town. Highly recommend!
      Written May 29, 2023
    • 457vivia
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Recommended
      It Is we'll organized. The guide Is gentle and has a good conversation. The group also was ok. It Is suggested to visit latin city and best pubs.
      Written May 6, 2023
    • minakshij2013
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      A walk through the streets of colonial times
      I have enjoyed exploring the Portuguese-influenced Goa on foot with Padmaj. A knowledgeable, well-spoken young man who knows his way around the Portuguese-influenced quarters. He even took time to taste pastries of the authentic bakery of Goa. He helped me to understand and gain knowledge of Portuguese-influenced Goa and answered all my questions and more.
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    • U6263OBtiffanyh
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