Goa: A Beach Paradise

Jerry Parmar

13 Jan 2024

Embark on an 8-day journey to the sun-kissed beaches of Goa. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, indulge in delicious cuisine, and explore ancient forts. Get ready for a thrilling adventure in this beach paradise!

Trip to Goa

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Viator

Day 1Beach Bliss and Greek Delights

$100

$ 4

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

14 - 21 min

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Military history museum founded in 1947 offering an outdoor aircraft park & a gallery with exhibits.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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44 - 53 min

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Easygoing restaurant specializing in Greek cuisine, including pizza, pasta & dessert.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$36

8 - 12 min

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This restored 16th-century fort offers sweeping river & sea views, along with a cultural center.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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88 - 132 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Day 2Beach Hopping and Historical Marvels

$272

$ 11

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

5 - 6 min

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Imposing Neo-Gothic Catholic church with grand spires & gilded interior ornamentation.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

20 - 24 min

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Chic nightclub & lounge featuring an outdoor bar, private poolside cabanas & resident DJs.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$148

8 - 12 min

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Enjoy all day dining on North Indian, Goan, Italian and continental cuisine. Besides a-la-carte, we offer buffets for breakfast.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

3 - 4 min

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Picturesque swimming & water-sports destination convenient to resorts & close to historic fort.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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1612 Portuguese fortress offering ocean views & an abandoned lighthouse erected in 1864.

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

38 - 46 min

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Completed in 1609, this Baroque-style Catholic church with a grand facade sits atop a small hill.

6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$52

9 - 11 min

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Opened in 1996, this state museum features exhibits on the history & culture of Goa.

9:00 PM - 9:45 PM

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Free

Day 3Sunrise Serenity and Goan Delicacies

$104

$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$32

10 - 15 min

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Ruined centuries-old fortress on a headland, a popular vantage point for sunsets over the sea.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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Busy beach & recreation area with water sports, eateries, bars, nightspots & a festive atmosphere.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

16 - 23 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

10 - 15 min

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Big, popular beach with water sports, such as boating, water skiing & parasailing, plus food stalls.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Day 4Market Exploration and Night Market Extravaganza

$120

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$32

3 - 4 min

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Bustling, colorful bazaar with stalls selling fresh produce, housewares, clothing & more.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

26 - 32 min

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This modern, 3-story museum offers works by Indian & international artists, plus a cafe & gift shop.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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22 - 27 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$44

1 - 2 min

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2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Day 5Waterpark Thrills and Casino Glamour

$248

$ 4

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

10 - 15 min

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Compact waterpark featuring 5 small pools & a variety of slides, plus a shop & eatery.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$32

45 - 54 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$52

7 - 9 min

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3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$100

4 - 6 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$44

Day 6Temples, Churches, and Forts

$128

$ 11

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

14 - 17 min

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Domed temple with a 7-story tower dedicated to Manguesh, an incarnation of the god Shiva.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

23 - 28 min

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Completed in 1605, this Baroque Catholic church contains the tomb of Saint Francis Xavier.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$36

6 - 8 min

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Art museum in a former convent showcasing Christian works from Goa, including paintings & sculpture.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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4 - 5 min

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This 46m-high landmark is the only remaining tower of a church complex completed in 1602.

4:30 PM - 5:15 PM

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Free

50 - 60 min

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Built in 1705, the hilltop ruins of this Portuguese military fortress offer scenic views.

5:45 PM - 7:45 PM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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8:15 PM - 9:45 PM

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$48

Day 7Cultural Heritage and Nightlife

$304

$ 7

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

11 - 14 min

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Elegant Hindu temple built in the early 1730s & dedicated to the goddess Shantadurga.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

37 - 45 min

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Catholic Church of St. Francis of Assisi..

Iconic Catholic church dating to the 17th century, with a white facade & fresco paintings.

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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11:45 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$44

4 - 6 min

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Lively offshore casino offering numerous games & tournaments, live entertainment & dining.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$172

7 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$52

Day 8Museums, Forts, and Sunset Delights

$156

$ 7

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

13 - 20 min

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This ethnographic museum on an organic farm includes displays of ancient agrarian tools & artifacts.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$16

62 - 75 min

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Tranquil remains of a 1763 Portguese fortress, perched atop a seaside cliff, with a small chapel.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

36 - 44 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$52

5 - 6 min

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High-octane nightclub in a jungle quarry with a 7-metre high DJ stage, pyrotechnics and laser shows.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$32

6 - 8 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$32

Budget breakdown: $1481 In total

Activities & Food:$1432

Transport:$49