Activity Location: Divar Island, North Goa
Pick Up/ Drop Off Point: Divar ferry point/ Panjim Goa
Activity Timings: 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
About the Activity:
Divar Island is the second-largest island situated on the Mandovi River and it is home to some cultural groups in Goa.
Pick up your bicycle from the Divar Ferry Point and start paddling across the city. Discover ancient temple sites, lush paddy fields, and more. With your guide to lead the way and refreshments included, spin along winding roads through fertile paddy fields, and admire traditional Portuguese-style homes in the countryside.
We're covering popular places in en route like Reis Magos Fort, Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, Fontainhas, ancient temples and divar island landforms.
Note: The minimum age group allowed for this tour is 18 years.
How to Reach: This departure is easily accessible through Public & private transports from South and North Goa, Panjim is the nearest bus stop which is 5.5 KM.
- 3H
- 3H
About the Activity:
- Biking at Royal Road in Goa, will take you through Velha, and forward to the quaint village of Batim.
- Upon reaching here, marvel at the scenery and cycle onwards to Old Goa.
- The ride ends at the Oratorian Convent, the headquarters of the Blessed Fr Jose Vaz, who was canonized by Pope Francis in Colombo in January 2015, making him Goa’s first indigenous saint.
- This tour includes epic experiences and seeing new places with cyclists who share your love of pure joy of riding a bike.
Meal Types: Snack Pack, Soft drink and Mineral Water
Activities: Cycling
Duration: 3 hours
Difficulty Level: Easy
About the Activity:
- Biking through Bridges of Bardez takes you to an unforgettable journey in the streets of untravelled Goa.
- Start from the O Coqueiro circle at Porvorim, 4km from the capital, Panaji and take the roads through traditional Goan villages to Mapusa.
- Then, pedal though the villages of Moira, Nachinola and Aldona. Cross the cable-stayed Aldona Bridge to Corjuem, and pedal past the quaint Corjuem Fort to reach the lovely Mayem Lake.
- Take a quick ride down steep slopes to Narvem, before pedalling to the steel arched Calvim Bridge.
- After crossing it, return to Porvorim via Pomburpa and Salvador do Mundo.
- Enjoy paddling with new friends through breathtaking scenery.
Meal Types: Snack Pack, Soft drink and Mineral Water
Activities: Cycling
Duration: 3 hours
Difficulty Level: EasyAbout the Activity:
- Start from the Ferry Ramp at Pomburpa, 8 km from the capital, Panaji.
- Begin at around 7:30 AM in the morning and head out for the day
- Take the traditional Goan Ferry across the Mandovi River to the island of Chorao.
- Cycle through this village still relatively untouched by urbanization.
- Stop at the lovely Divar Island Resort for some well-earned Rest & Recreation. Eat a sumptuous breakfast and take a leisurely swim in the pool.
- After, take yet another ferry back to Ribandar, and then back to Panaji.
- Conclude your tour at around 1:00 PM and head back home with lots of memories.
Start Point- Ferry Ramp at Pomburpa
End Point- Ribandar
Minimum number of people required: 6
- 8D/7N
- 8D/7N
About the Activity:
- This delightful Mumbai to Goa cycling trip covers a distance of approx. 560 Kms which you will be covering over a period of 7 days.
- The journey begins from Dadar TT in Mumbai and concludes at Mapusa, Goa. Each day is divided into 2 riding sessions; in the morning and the evening.
- The morning session is critical to the ride as you will be covering major distances during this time. The coastal road offers multiple challenges.
- This route offers plenty and regular stops for the night or for lunch. However, the noon meals are best enjoyed in quaint peaceful places under trees canopy.
- The Konkan coast is adorned with exquisite beaches that offer experiential accommodation, and the ride will be equipped with tents and sleeping gear too.
Meal Types: Meals en-route - Breakfast, Lunch, Refreshments, and Dinner
Accommodation Types: Combination of Home Stays, Hotels, and Resorts en-route (twin/triple sharing basis)
Transportation Types:
- Bicycles (It is recommended to bring your own geared bicycle however if required, available on rent)
- Return carriage of your personal bicycle from Goa back to Mumbai. (Tour operators can coordinate same with Volvo bus however it may involve a small fee)
- Return transportation from Goa to Mumbai in Volvo bus
Activities: Cycling
Difficulty Level: Challenging- Cycling through the villages of Goa is a pleasant and relaxing experience as you pass the traditional houses, temples, churches and mosques, verdant greenery and the ever-present backwaters offer a soothing backdrop to leisurely rides through the countryside.
- Each cycling tour lasts around three hours, where you ride the Montra Trance 21-speed geared bicycles.
- Enthrall in this exciting experience that presents you with the best views of the coastal Goa region.
- This 20-25 km, 3-hour ride takes in both the islands with a breakfast halt at a local eatery
Starting Point: Divja Circle, Goa
The Minimum number of people req: 2
Tour Location: Old Goa
Start Point/End Point: Old Goa Main Church Entrance
Start Time/End Time: 7:30 AM- 10:30 AM (3 Hours) / 3PM - 6:00 PM (3 Hours)
Old Goa is situated on the banks of Mandovi river and the remains of the city are a UNESCO World Heritage site. Old Goa has beautifully built establishments which makes Old Goa a perfect place for a cycling tour. Have an E-biking experience in the majestic former colonial capital of Goa. Explore insights into the layers of Portuguese and pre-Portuguese history. Get entry to some of the most ancient churches of Goa that are recognised as UNESCO world heritage monuments and have a panoramic experience from the highest point in Old Goa. Relax and refresh yourself visit to one of the oldest bakeries in Goa and a box of delicacies to relish.
The minimum age for this activity is 12 years.
How to reach the starting point of cycling tour in Old Goa?
The activity place is in old Goa and easily accessible through public & private transport.
- 5H
- North Goa
- 5H
- Start your trip at Britona around 07:00 AM in the morning and get ready for the day.
- After a quick briefing on how to use bicycle gears, safety instructions and a brief overview of the tour ahead, travel across Pomburpha Ferry and head to the magnificent Chorao Island.
- Stop en route for breakfast at a local eatery and delight in the food chorao before you head on to the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary and experience bird watching as you pedal through uninhabited areas in Chorao Island and ride back!
- Tour ends back at Britona, after a wonderful cycling expedition.
- Conclude your tour at around 11 AM and head back home with lots of memories.
Timings: 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
The minimum number of persons required: 2
Note:
In consideration of the current COVID-19 pandemic situation, no groups are mixed together and you will have a private experience.