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Goa Adventure: 9 Days of Beaches, Forts, and Waterfalls!

Sushil Rathod

Sushil Rathod

18 Jan 2024

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Goa, where ancient marvels meet breathtaking beaches. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history as you explore magnificent forts, visit sacred temples, and indulge in mouthwatering cuisine. Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!

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Day 1Temples, Churches, and Tranquil Waters
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$208

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$ 9

Hotel Gautam Goa

Depart from your stay 🏨

56 - 68 min

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Shree Shantadurga Mandir
Elegant Hindu temple built in the early 1730s & dedicated to the goddess Shantadurga.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
36 - 44 min

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Basilica of Bom Jesus
Completed in 1605, this Baroque Catholic church contains the tomb of Saint Francis Xavier.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Ratna Sagar
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
19 - 23 min

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Deltin Royale
Lively offshore casino offering numerous games & tournaments, live entertainment & dining.
No time set
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$172
35 - 42 min

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Sinquerim Beach
Picturesque swimming & water-sports destination convenient to resorts & close to historic fort.
No time set
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Free
Day 2Forts, Spice Farms, and Culinary Delights
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$220

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$ 14

Hotel Gautam Goa

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Reis Magos Fort
This restored 16th-century fort offers sweeping river & sea views, along with a cultural center.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$4
22 - 27 min

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Immaculate Conception Church
Completed in 1609, this Baroque-style Catholic church with a grand facade sits atop a small hill.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
54 - 65 min

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Sahakari Spice Farm
Lush 130-acre plantation growing spices, herbs & trees with resident elephants & a basic restaurant.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$32
8 - 10 min

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Cafe Antruz Mahal
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
21 - 26 min

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Shree Mangesh temple
Domed temple with a 7-story tower dedicated to Manguesh, an incarnation of the god Shiva.
No time set
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Free
58 - 70 min

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Sinq Night Club
Chic nightclub & lounge featuring an outdoor bar, private poolside cabanas & resident DJs.
No time set
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$148
35 - 42 min

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Mapusa Municipal Market
Bustling, colorful bazaar with stalls selling fresh produce, housewares, clothing & more.
No time set
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Free
Day 3Sun, Sand, and Serenity at Palolem Beach
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$140

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$ 7

Hotel Gautam Goa

Depart from your stay 🏨

116 - 140 min

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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
8 - 11 min

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Zest
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
75 - 90 min

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Majorda Beach
Destination for water sports & relaxing, with rentable loungers & food shacks selling Goan fare.
No time set
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Free
65 - 78 min

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Pousada by the Beach
Open-air eatery at a small hotel serving seafood-centric dishes in a rustic, beachfront setting.
No time set
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$104
Day 4Museums, Fortresses, and Seafood Galore
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$176

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$ 14

Hotel Gautam Goa

Depart from your stay 🏨

58 - 70 min

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Goa Chitra Museum
This ethnographic museum on an organic farm includes displays of ancient agrarian tools & artifacts.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$16
60 - 72 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.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
54 - 65 min

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The Fisherman's Wharf
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$44
52 - 63 min

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Velsao Beach
This sizable stretch of sandy beach in a remote, scenic locale offers a tranquil environment.
No time set
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Free
55 - 66 min

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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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$8
56 - 68 min

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Big Foot Goa
Offbeat museum showcasing 1,400+ Christian crosses in many different sizes & materials.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$8
46 - 56 min

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Deltin Jaqk
No time set
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$100
Day 5Aviation Marvels, Ancient Ruins, and Healthy Eats
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$48

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$ 7

Hotel Gautam Goa

Depart from your stay 🏨

46 - 56 min

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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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$4
80 - 96 min

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Chapora Fort
Ruined centuries-old fortress on a headland, a popular vantage point for sunsets over the sea.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Blossom Health Foods
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$44
65 - 78 min

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Dona Paula Beach
This bay area is a tourism destination with a resort & restaurants in a one-time fishing village.
No time set
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Free
Day 6Gothic Grandeur and Vegetarian Delights
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$88

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$ 11

Hotel Gautam Goa

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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Se Cathedral
Roman Catholic place of worship built by Portuguese colonialists and still hosting regular services.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
29 - 35 min

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Kesarval Spring Verna Waterfall
Small waterfall surrounded by thick tropical forest, accessible via a short trail & steps.
No time set
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Free
46 - 56 min

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Tropical Spice Plantation
Scenic, tropical area featuring guided tours with meals, rare & endangered birds & elephant rides.
No time set
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$20
76 - 92 min

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Splashdown Waterpark
Compact waterpark featuring 5 small pools & a variety of slides, plus a shop & eatery.
No time set
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$32
Day 7Beach Hopping and Sunset Bliss
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$44

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$ 7

Hotel Gautam Goa

Depart from your stay 🏨

56 - 68 min

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Mandrem Beach
Relaxed, secluded beach accessed by small wooden bridge, with lounge chairs & covered cafes.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
43 - 52 min

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Anjuna Beach
Popular tourist beach providing activities such as parasailing, jet ski & banana boat rentals.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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6 Pack
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$44
50 - 60 min

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Arambol Sweet Water Lake
Palm-edged freshwater lake fed by springs with a beach area & food shacks, also called Vagkolam.
No time set
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Free
Day 8Art, History, and Nature's Wonders
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$52

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$ 6

Hotel Gautam Goa

Depart from your stay 🏨

39 - 47 min

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Aguada Fort
1612 Portuguese fortress offering ocean views & an abandoned lighthouse erected in 1864.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Banyan Tree
Savour fresh, authentic Thai cuisine served in the shade of a 300 year old Banyan Tree. Menu ingredients originate from the resort's spice garden.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$52
32 - 39 min

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Goa State Museum
Opened in 1996, this state museum features exhibits on the history & culture of Goa.
No time set
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Free
Day 9Majestic Waterfalls, Cultural Village, and Exquisite Cuisine
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$52

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$ 7

Hotel Gautam Goa

Depart from your stay 🏨

183 - 220 min

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Dudhsagar Falls
3-streamed waterfall, named for its milky waters, with swimming pools surrounded by forest.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$8
156 - 188 min

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Anoushka
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$44
32 - 39 min

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Arossim Beach
Relaxed, family-friendly stretch of white sand with a casual restaurant/bar & water sports rentals.
No time set
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Free

Budget breakdown: $1108 In total

Activities & Food:$1028
Transport:$80