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A Week in Goa: Sun, Sand, and Adventure

AB Channel

AB Channel

14 Nov 2023

Join me on a thrilling 7-day journey to Goa, India. Explore ancient forts, relax on pristine beaches, and indulge in the vibrant culture of this coastal paradise.

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Day 1
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$0

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$ 1

Chapora Fort
Ruined centuries-old fortress on a headland, a popular vantage point for sunsets over the sea.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Calangute Beach
Big, popular beach with water sports, such as boating, water skiing & parasailing, plus food stalls.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$0

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$ 2

Anjuna Beach
Popular tourist beach providing activities such as parasailing, jet ski & banana boat rentals.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
38 - 46 min

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Sinquerim Beach
Picturesque swimming & water-sports destination convenient to resorts & close to historic fort.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
69 - 83 min

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Shree Mangesh temple
Domed temple with a 7-story tower dedicated to Manguesh, an incarnation of the god Shiva.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$16

Splashdown Waterpark
Compact waterpark featuring 5 small pools & a variety of slides, plus a shop & eatery.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$16
Day 4
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$6

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$ 2

Museum Of Goa
This modern, 3-story museum offers works by Indian & international artists, plus a cafe & gift shop.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$4
18 - 22 min

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Reis Magos Fort
This restored 16th-century fort offers sweeping river & sea views, along with a cultural center.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$2
31 - 38 min

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Aguada Fort
1612 Portuguese fortress offering ocean views & an abandoned lighthouse erected in 1864.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$2

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$ 1

Indian Naval Aviation Museum
Military history museum founded in 1947 offering an outdoor aircraft park & a gallery with exhibits.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$2
61 - 74 min

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Basilica of Bom Jesus
Completed in 1605, this Baroque Catholic church contains the tomb of Saint Francis Xavier.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Se Cathedral
Roman Catholic place of worship built by Portuguese colonialists and still hosting regular services.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 6
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$0

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$ 1

Palolem Beach
Uncrowded stretch of white sand with calm waters, a restaurant and silent disco music parties.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
76 - 92 min

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Colva Beach
Sprawling, scenic beachfront lined with open-air eateries, bars & nightspots overlooking the sea.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 7
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$0

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$ 1

Majorda Beach
Destination for water sports & relaxing, with rentable loungers & food shacks selling Goan fare.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
85 - 102 min

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Cabo de Rama Fort
Tranquil remains of a 1763 Portguese fortress, perched atop a seaside cliff, with a small chapel.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $31 In total

Activities & Food:$24
Transport:$7