Summary
- Timings: 1630 hrs – 2030 hrs
- Duration: 04 -05 hours
- Fitness level: Easy
- Popularity: *****
This is a very cool tour especially for the people who like to move around in the evening hours. The local host will meet you at your respective hotels in North Goa or South Goa. We take you first to the most popular catamaran sunset cruise - Santa Monica, hop on board to enjoy the fresh sea breeze as the launch takes you gently down the river to the Dona Paula Bay, past the Adil Shah Palace and meanwhile the beat shows onboard to cheer you in a party mood, well mostly western & Indian DJ music is played. This extremely popular cruise is an experience you will never want to let go off.
After an hour sail, visit the vibrant local bazaar - Panjim. Here of the many stalls and boutique shops you will find some fascinating items on display for sale. The caricature on the huge walls of the market resembles the trade which has been seated here from ages – It's a must to have the picture to add to your collection, villagers from all parts of Goa flock to Panjim bazaar for some good deal for local sales. A spree time of about 01 hour will be allotted accompanied with our host.
Later visit the Mary Immaculate Conception Church - This Church is located in the heart of the city. Best viewed at night when the entire monument is ablaze with lights. Earlier, it is said to have acted almost like a lighthouse for weary Portuguese sailors. The imposing structure speaks volumes about the religiosity of the times (1540's). Enjoy a panoramic view of Panaji city from the Church view point and followed by dinner at a local heritage restaurant in Panaji.
Highlights
- Experience the culture and lifestyle of Goa.
- Enjoy the catamaran sail on River Mandovi.
- Visit the Panjim bazaar.
- Amazing panaromic view of the Panaji city from the Church view point.
- Feast on some Goan fare.