Cancellation Policy

Free Cancellation : Cancel 48 hrs+ for a full refund | No Refund : No refunds within 48 hrs or for no-shows | Processing Fee : 3% fee applies to all cancellations

Important Note : Book at any time and secure confirmation.

Description

Duration of tour : 1 hr (60 mins)

Tour Timings : Everyday between 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM

Mode of Transport : By personal vehicle/ hired taxi to Menezes Braganza House in Chandor

Included Excluded

✅Visit to the 400+ year-old heritage site (public access areas only)

✅Guided tour of the heritage mansion (highly recommended for historical insights).

✅Access to both the East and West wings of the house.

✅Viewing of the grand ballroom with Italian marble floors and antique chandeliers.

✅Visit to the private family chapel containing a relic of St. Francis Xavier.

✅Access to the vast, historic library with its collection of antique books.

✅Viewing of exquisite antique furnishings, including ornate rosewood furniture.

✅Seeing the collection of Chinese porcelain, family portraits, and paintings.

✅Viewing of the prized high-backed chairs bearing the family crest.

✅Exploration of the lush, serene gardens surrounding the mansion.

✅Opportunity for photography (subject to house rules and potential fees).

✅A chance to interact with knowledgeable guides or family members.

✅Access to a small souvenir shop.

✅The admission fee contributes to the conservation of the heritage site.

❌Hotel pickups and drops

❌Any other services not mentioned in inclusions

Important Information

📌Essentials

•   The house is open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

•   A nominal admission fee is required for entry.

•   Guided tours are available and highly recommended for historical insights.

•   The mansion is located in Chandor, about 40km from Panaji, accessible by taxi or bus.

•   Check for any changes in opening hours before your visit.

🎒Pack

•   Comfortable, sturdy shoes for walking and climbing stairs.

•   A camera for photography (but check house rules upon arrival).

•   An umbrella or raincoat due to potential tropical showers.

•   Light, breathable, and modest clothing suitable for a heritage site.

⚠️Safety

•   Be careful of uneven floors, stairs, and other obstacles inside the house.

•   Watch out for slippery or uneven paths in the gardens, especially after rain.

•   Supervise children closely at all times.

•   Stay with your group and follow all guidelines from staff.

❌Avoid If

•   You have significant mobility challenges, as accessibility is limited. Contact the house in advance to inquire.

•   You are unable to avoid touching fragile artifacts like antique furniture and porcelain.

•   You plan on bringing food, drinks, or tobacco products inside.

•   You are unwilling to follow photography rules, which may include restrictions or fees.

Statutory Weather Warning :

Due to current weather conditions and official advisories, adverse weather such as heavy rain, thunderstorms, or high winds may affect certain guest experiences.

For indoor activities that require travel to the venue (e.g., museums, galleries, cultural workshops, indoor attractions), guests may face difficulty reaching the location safely, leading to possible rescheduling or cancellation of their booked slots.

In case of cancellation due to adverse weather, customers will be offered an alternative time slot or date; or a full refund as per Vendor's discretion and weather cancellation policy. We strongly advise all guests to check weather updates and reconfirm their activity slots before travel.