Offbeat Goa

Overview

Goa.....the most hot destination in India.
The small state of Goa is certainly well-known for its beaches, Goan Feni, Goan air and Sea-food. But, do you know that Goa also holds a long and remarkable history?

Well...here we are ...ready to take you to the past of Goa.
Not just the era of the Portuguese but the era when the Portuguese were not even part of Indian lands. An era when Goa was ruled by some of the great Hindu dynasties. A treasure of rich Indian heritage is hidden in the wilderness of Goa.
Let's explore Goa from an unusual perspective...Enjoy the beaches with the serenity of lush green forests. Understand the history and culture of the Goa beyond the known.
Join us for the perfect learning with a leisure experience.

DETAILED ITINERARY

Reach Goa by overnight bus/train. Check in to the hotel, fresh n up and have breakfast. Afterwards, head for some of the unexplored ancient sites.
' Arrive at the hotel by evening and relax.
Stay at Colva

Highlights

  • Aravlem Caves
  • Aravlem Waterfall
  • Brahma Temple , Karmali

Get ready with fresh air. Have a tummy full of breakfast and leave for Tambdi Surla temple. On the way return, visit temples of Mardol, Veling, Marcel and Mangeshi.
return hotel by evening and relax.
Stay at Colva.

Highlights

  • Tambdi Surla Temple
  • Narsimha temple, Veling
  • Mangeshi Temple

After breakfast, visit Verna temple, old site of Shantadurga, Fatorpa temple, and Cuncolim martyr memorial

Highlights

  • Verna Temple
  • Fatorpa Temple
  • Old site of Shantadurga
  • Cuncolim martyr memorial

This is the last day of Goa expedition. Visit museum in old goa and churches. Hat katro khamb, viceroy's arch. Return hotel by evening.
It's time to head home. Board the evening train/bus and arrive home with beautiful memories to cherish.

Highlights

  • Archaeological Museum of Goa
  • Hat Katro Khamb
  • Old Goa churches
  • Viceroy's arch

INCLUSIONS

  • Accommodation in comfortable and convenient hotels on twin sharing.
  • Local Transport by 2 x 2 AC coach(Depends on group size, seating capacity will be variable)
  • All meals. ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Evening Tea- set menu)
  • Entrance fees of all sightseeing.
  • 1-liter water bottle per person per day.
  • Expert fees

EXCLUSIONS


  • Govt. taxes of 5% over and above the tour cost.
  • Any implementation of new taxes by the government.
  • Cost of insurance.
  • Cost of Pre/Post tour accommodation.
  • Any extra expenses such that porterage, laundry, telephone, shopping, alcoholic beverages, mineral water, items of personal nature and food or drink which is not part of a set menu.
  • Any extra expenses incurred due to illness, accident, hospitalization of an individual.
  • Anything specifically not mentioned in the inclusions.
  • to and fro journey to Goa

FEW POINTERS

  • If any sightseeing mentioned is not done due to any unforeseen circumstances then an alternate sightseeing will be done.
  • A traveler may please note that for domestic and international flights, the baggage allowance will be as per respective airline’s baggage policy and weight regulations. Travelers are requested to carry their luggage in accordance with the regulated baggage allowance. Excess baggage will be chargeable and the same is not included in the tour cost. It has to be borne by the traveler.
  • There could be some complementary activities covered from our side at certain destinations. If any activity is not opted by traveler then the same is not entitled to a cash refund.

PAYMENT POLICY

Tour Cost

Payment

Below package cost ₹ 20, 000 per person

Full payment at the time of booking

Above package cost ₹ 20,000 per person

At the time of booking

40% of the package cost

30 days prior to departure

Remaining 60 % amount

  • Payment can be done via cheque, Demand Draft, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, Credit Card/ Debit Card or UPI gateway. Cheque/Demand Draft should be drawn in favor of “ANCIENT TRAILS”.
  • In case of payment made by cheque, a booking confirmation will be given subject to cheque clearance.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellation received no. of days prior to departure

Cancellation charges applicable per person

0-10

100%

10-20

50 %

20-30

30 %

30 and above

10%

  • For cancellation procedure, a traveler will need to give an application in writing along with an original receipt of booking.
  • Please note that if air ticket booking is done with NON-REFUNDABLE airfare then cancellation charges to be borne by the customer and the remaining amount will be refunded as per above cancellation policy.