We provide all the most important highlights of Goa in this tour in a Nutshell. Old Goa churches, a couple of beautiful beaches and a romantic sunset diner in a cruise.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
9:30 AM
Next available
Sun, Oct 4
Adult (ages 14–72)
$102
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $159.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
Explore Goa in a Nutshell
Pickup included
Itinerary
Se Cathedral
60 min
Old Goa Churches – Visit the Se Cathedral the largest church in Asia and theBasilica of Bom Jesus where you would find the mortal remains of the patron Saint of Goa, St. Francis Xavier.
St. Augustine's Tower
30 min
The Built in 1602, the only ruin of the Church of St. Augustine on the Holy Hill at Old Goa near the Nunnery, is a lofty 46-metre high tower defying the torrential rains.
30 min
A temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and the birth place of Bharat Ratna awardee and renowned singer LataMangeshkar.
Tropical Spice Plantation
Admission included60 min
Spice Plantation– You are accorded a warm traditional welcome and the guide will take you around the plantation providing informative tips about locally grown spices. Enjoy a Goan Buffet and don’t miss to sip some local Feni.
Dona Paula – An estuary overlooking the port city of Goa, Vasco-da-Gama and simply known as the lover paradise.
Miramar Beach – Located barely 03 kms from the Capital, this beach welcomes you to swaying Pine trees and also holds the mortal remains of the first Chief Minister of Goa.
Mandovi River
Admission included30 min
Sunset Boat Cruise – Cruise down the River Mandovi. Enjoy the traditional Goan& Portuguese dances performed onboard and dance to the tune of some scintillating music.
What's included
Included
Entrance fee
sunset cruise
Air-conditioned vehicle
guide during spice plantation visit only
Not included
local guide for other places except at spice plantation
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
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Important Information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Explore Goa in a Nutshell take?
Explore Goa in a Nutshell lasts about 7–8 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Explore Goa in a Nutshell cost?
Prices start at $102 per person for this Goa experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $159. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Explore Goa in a Nutshell run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM.
Can I cancel Explore Goa in a Nutshell for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include OYO 9860 Alluring 1BHK, OYO 47012 Country Side Inn.
What languages is Explore Goa in a Nutshell offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Explore Goa in a Nutshell worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 7 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Discover Activities.
Reviews(7)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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KulinaryAce
September 12, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Goa in a cashew nutshell…..
Dnyandeep is a fantastic and knowledgeable guide. And Amar is a fantastic driver. You definitely get your money’s worth and literally see the key sights in one day. Highly recommended.
Operator response
Dear Mr Nicholas
It was an honour to serve you in Goa. Many thanks for the kind words of appreciation and time taken to post the review. We feel honoured to know that we were able to match your expectations during your tour. Hope to see you again
Best regards
Jai Singh
Discover Activities
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Ira_L
February 3, 2025 · via Viator
We had a lovely day 😄
We enjoyed the day very much indeed. Our guide Shailesh was friendly, knowledgable and accommodating, and our driver Prathamesh was driving safely and carefully. We saw a lot in one day. We particularly enjoyed the visit to the spice plantation, which felt more authentic and less commercialised than the one we visited with TUI. The setting was beautiful and the food was very tasty indeed. In the end we decided not to go on a mini river cruise but have visited the Latin Quarter in the city instead. The whole experience was a lovely mixture of sightseeing, culture, history and nature. We can recommend this tour whole-heartedly.
Operator response
Dear Guest
It was an honour to be at your service. Many thanks for the kind words of appreciation and time taken to post the review. We feel honoured to know that we were able to match your expectations during your tour. Hope to see you again!
Best regards
Jai Singh
Discover Activities
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705raziaw
December 18, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
A full day in Gos's churches and historical sites
The tour guide was well informed, and I learnt a lot about old heritage houses and local residential areas, and he also took many photos of me near each attraction. Well worth a booking and certainly value for money. You'll feel exhausted towards the end of the tour due to the full-packed nature of the day. The only drawback of the tour was having to pay extra to be collected from my hotel, which was quite costly. Lastly, the meal at the plantation was really an added bonus.
Operator response
Dear Ms Melanie
It was an honour to be at your service. Many thanks for the kind words of appreciation and time taken to post the review. Regarding the supplement for the hotel pickup, kindly note our car had to run 60 kilometers extra to pickup and drop from your hotel. We have clearly mentioned in our tour page about our general pickup and drop areas in Goa. We certainly value your money. We feel honoured to know that we were able to match your expectations during your tour. Hope to see you again!
Best regards- Jai Singh
Discover Activities
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R7231RKcarolineb
March 20, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
South Goa in a day
Excellent trip - great combination of activities to cover South Goa in a day ! We stayed away from the pick up point and a car was arranged (extra cost) to collect us. The driver stayed with us all day but we had a guide at the churches and the spice farm who were excellent. Also some free time and a boat trip! Very relaxing, reliable and value.
Operator response
Dear Guest
It was an honour to be at your service. Many thanks for the kind words of appreciation and time taken to post the review. We feel honoured to know that we were able to match your expectations during your tour. Hope to see you again! Best regards- Jai Singh Discover Activities
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687suzyr
December 13, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
An amazing place
What a fantastic trip with the most amazing driver, John. The history of Goa is simply amazing, there is such a lot to see. Trip to the spice farm was soo insightful and hugely interesting. A worthwhile trip
Operator response
Dear Ms Suzy
Many thanks for the kind words of appreciation and time taken to post the review. We feel honoured to know that we were able to match your expectations during
your tour. Hope to see you again!
Best regards- Jai Singh
Discover Activities
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voilac2022
September 22, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Was able to explore best of Goa comfortably
Impeccable services by Operator, Mr Jai was in touch throughout the tour and was picked up in time. Was able to explore best of Goa comfortably
Operator response
Dear Guest
Many thanks for your kind review, it gives us an immense pleasure to know that you really enjoyed your tour with us.... Hope to see you again!
Best Regards -
Jai Singh
Discover Activities, New Delhi
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zendayaw2022
September 11, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Truly we explored goa in a nutshell
Truly we explored goa in a nutshell , we were picked up in time, the operator based in Delhi reconfirmed everything with us in advance. We did the tour comfortably
Operator response
Dear Guest
Many thanks for your kind review, it gives us an immense pleasure to know that you really enjoyed your
tour with us....
Best Regards - Jai Singh
Discover Activities, New Delhi
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