Chandor Heritage Tour: Explore Goa's Old Capital

Discover the ancient capital of Goa, Chandor, and explore its prestigious heritage homes. Immerse yourself in its rich history and meet the current generation of the village’s esteemed families. Transportation required.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Nossa Senhora De Belem Church - Begin the tour of Chandor with an introduction to the church and the surrounding houses.
  • Fernandes House - Enjoy a guided tour of this Indo-Portuguese house.
  • Kushavati River - Discover the tales of the village’s curse shared by our ambassadors.
What's Included
  • Soul Travelling Goodies
  • All Entry Fees and Taxes
  • Guided Tour
  • Snacks
What's Not Included
  • Any meals/services not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Personal Expenses and Medication
  • Bottled water
  • Transport
Additional Information

Chandor is recognized as one of the earliest capitals of Goa. Goa was under Portuguese rule for more than four centuries, during which time the region experienced a significant influence on its culture, language, traditions, and architecture. Throughout the state, there are stunning homes that feature floor plans and elements reminiscent of those found…

Location
Church of Nossa Senhora de Belem
Opposite Chandor Church
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Alexsfish
Jun 7, 2025
Educational - Had a great day out exploring Goa with Bob. He was knowledgeable and shared a lot of information and history of Portuguese influence in Goa. We visited Mr. Ares house and a bakery. All arranged by Bob. We understood him very well.
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Relax48943520630
Jun 1, 2025
Stories, History & Beautiful Homes - Did a trail walk to the House of Chandor - such a beautiful glimpse into Goa’s rich heritage. Beautiful old houses and so much to learn about Goa’s past. Pankaj and Dhruti made it even better with all the stories they shared.
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Darab_217
May 16, 2025
Houses of Chandor - Insightful and refreshing, visually and intellectually. Tavanya, the ambassador was very warm and helpful. Would definitely recommend!
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215joelv
May 14, 2025
Walk down Portuguese era Goan extravagance - The experience was rich in detail, the history and nostalgia of Portuguese Goa. Key features included Portuguese era architecture, furniture and design which took you back in time to colonial era extravagance. My guide, Tavanya, gave a thorough tour of Portuguese houses and of the history of the village of Chandor, which was followed by scenic views of the river crossing and ultimately winded down to some delicious authentic Goa snacks and beverages. I’d highly recommend this experience for those who wish to delve into art, culture and heritage.
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K3129wmnicoleg
May 13, 2025
A wonderful walk into the history of old houses in Margao! - A lovely visit with Soul Traveling, and talk on the old Indo-Portuguese houses of Goa. The inside of these houses are magnificent, magical, full of historical significance and stories of old. There was a nice intro on the church of Nossa S. Belem as well as a visit to an old temple site. Great for people who want to experience all the above!
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430pavitrag
May 13, 2025
Stories, History & Heart – A Beautiful Chandor Experience - Amazing!!!!. It was a truly memorable experience. A big thank you to our ambassador Tavanya, who made the trail so engaging and insightful. Her storytelling, warmth, and deep knowledge brought Chandor’s history to life in the most beautiful way. It felt less like a tour and more like a heartfelt journey through time. Highly recommended!
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115ketakib
Apr 20, 2025
Blast from the past - We thorougly enjoyed this tour. Heidi, our ambassador, was pleasant, knowledgeable and shared many interesting facts and legends. It was a well-curated tour and Heidi made all the difference in ensuring we found it engaging. Highly recommend it.
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Chintant2025
Jan 4, 2025
Amazing - Amazing experience! Adolfina was incredibly knowledgeable, she CLEARLY knew what she was talking about. Wonderful experience! The snacks we got at the bakery was fresh, like super fresh. We went to this gentleman’s house, and he explained about all the history, very good.
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Theredvelvettravelle
Dec 29, 2024
Charming Chandor - Had a wonderful time visiting the houses of Chandor & the historic Shiva temple . Pankaj and Bella (Christable) did an excellent job explaining about the history of Chandor and the houses.
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Clairegb9934nw
Feb 16, 2025
Very good! - Very good value for money. Saw several sites by taxi including two heritage houses, where the owners showed us around. The guides were very knowledgeable and chatty over tea after the tour.
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).