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10 Days in Goa: A Journey of Sun, Sand, and Serenity

Ashish Gupta

Ashish Gupta

15 Jan 2024

Embark on a 10-day adventure to the tropical paradise of Goa. Discover pristine beaches, ancient temples, and mouthwatering cuisine. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and unwind in the lap of nature. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Day 1Beach Bliss and Spiritual Serenity
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$50

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$ 5

Taj Ama

Depart from your stay 🏨

121 - 146 min

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Green
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$10
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Palolem Beach
Uncrowded stretch of white sand with calm waters, a restaurant and silent disco music parties.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
128 - 154 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
Free
16 - 20 min

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Mini Punjab
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$18
27 - 33 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$22
Day 2Temples, Art, and Beachside Delights
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$66

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$ 5

Taj Ama

Depart from your stay 🏨

66 - 80 min

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Ganesh Palace
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
10 - 12 min

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Shri Mahalasa Narayani Temple
Peaceful 450-year-old Hindu temple featuring a copper roof & a prominent samai oil lamp.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
39 - 47 min

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Big Foot Goa
Offbeat museum showcasing 1,400+ Christian crosses in many different sizes & materials.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$4
32 - 39 min

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Rosary Shack (Utorda Beach)
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$18
10 - 15 min

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Utorda Beach
Scenic, white-sand beach with blue water in a serene environment with shacks selling food.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
5 - 8 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$26
Day 3Culinary Delights and Beach Hopping
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$52

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$ 3

Taj Ama

Depart from your stay 🏨

76 - 92 min

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Misha's Hut Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
8 - 11 min

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Varca Beach
Picturesque beach known for its calm waters, wooden fishing boats & food vendors.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
23 - 28 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
Free
4 - 5 min

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Antonio's First Base
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$18
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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18
Day 4Museums, Beaches, and Naval History
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$66

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$ 5

Taj Ama

Depart from your stay 🏨

60 - 72 min

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Anushka's
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
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Velsao Beach
This sizable stretch of sandy beach in a remote, scenic locale offers a tranquil environment.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
26 - 32 min

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Goa Chitra Museum
This ethnographic museum on an organic farm includes displays of ancient agrarian tools & artifacts.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
$8
42 - 51 min

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Full Moon Restaurant and Bar
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$22
13 - 20 min

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Indian Naval Aviation Museum
Military history museum founded in 1947 offering an outdoor aircraft park & a gallery with exhibits.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$2
20 - 24 min

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Annapurna Medical Store
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18
Day 5Majestic Falls and Historic Churches
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$46

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$ 5

Taj Ama

Depart from your stay 🏨

196 - 236 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
$4
167 - 201 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
Free
5 - 8 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.
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Star Bar (and Restaurant)
1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
$22
18 - 22 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$20
Day 6Forts, Churches, and Gastronomic Delights
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$62

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$ 5

Taj Ama

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

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Sunrise Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
10 - 15 min

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Chapora Fort
Ruined centuries-old fortress on a headland, a popular vantage point for sunsets over the sea.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
50 - 60 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.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
23 - 28 min

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Reis Magos Fort
This restored 16th-century fort offers sweeping river & sea views, along with a cultural center.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
$2
8 - 11 min

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Babazin's
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$18
25 - 30 min

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Tao
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$24
Day 7Art, Beaches, and Iconic Landmarks
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$66

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$ 5

Taj Ama

Depart from your stay 🏨

56 - 68 min

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L'Atelier
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
6 - 9 min

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Ashvem Beach
Swimming & sunbathing along a stretch of coastline with fine sand, hotels & restaurants.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
77 - 93 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$22
14 - 17 min

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Se Cathedral
Roman Catholic place of worship built by Portuguese colonialists and still hosting regular services.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
16 - 20 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$26
Day 8Beach Shacks, Water Sports, and Sunset Views
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$54

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$ 2

Taj Ama

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
1 - 2 min

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Baga Beach
Busy beach & recreation area with water sports, eateries, bars, nightspots & a festive atmosphere.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
29 - 35 min

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Sinquerim Beach
Picturesque swimming & water-sports destination convenient to resorts & close to historic fort.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
3 - 4 min

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Latitude
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
$26
14 - 21 min

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Fish Hut
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$16
Day 9Spices, Beaches, and Serene Sunsets
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$54

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$ 4

Taj Ama

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
10 - 15 min

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Calangute Beach
Big, popular beach with water sports, such as boating, water skiing & parasailing, plus food stalls.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
49 - 59 min

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Valankanini, Sandjay
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$22
4 - 6 min

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Mandrem Beach
Relaxed, secluded beach accessed by small wooden bridge, with lounge chairs & covered cafes.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
9 - 11 min

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The Sunset Shack
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$16
Day 10Villages, Museums, and Beachside Bliss
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$56

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$ 4

Taj Ama

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Bhatti Village
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$12
16 - 20 min

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Museum Of Goa
This modern, 3-story museum offers works by Indian & international artists, plus a cafe & gift shop.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$4
35 - 42 min

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Anjuna Beach
Popular tourist beach providing activities such as parasailing, jet ski & banana boat rentals.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
1 - 2 min

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Five Five
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$22
4 - 6 min

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Janet and John's Shack
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18

Budget breakdown: $609 In total

Activities & Food:$572
Transport:$37