Goa Adventure: 5 Days of Sun, Sand, and Serenity

Neeraj Kourani

16 Jan 2024

Embark on an exhilarating journey to Goa, where you'll discover stunning beaches, historic forts, mouthwatering cuisine, and vibrant culture. Join us as we explore the hidden gems of this coastal paradise, from sunrise to sunset.

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Day 1Forts, Food, and Fun

$72

$ 4

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

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

55 - 66 min

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

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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20 - 24 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$27

2 - 3 min

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

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$27

Day 2Beach Bliss and Cultural Delights

$99

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$27

1 - 2 min

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Popular tourist beach providing activities such as parasailing, jet ski & banana boat rentals.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

36 - 44 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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68 - 82 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$27

14 - 17 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

22 - 27 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$39

Day 3Coastal Charm and Spiritual Serenity

$78

$ 6

This elegant destination, overlooking the Candolim-Calangute-Baga beach stretch, inspires with ultra-fresh seafood.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

19 - 28 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

48 - 58 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

31 - 38 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$27

9 - 11 min

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

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$27

Day 4Nature's Wonders and Gastronomic Delights

$96

$ 7

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

12 - 15 min

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Roman Catholic place of worship built by Portuguese colonialists and still hosting regular services.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

56 - 68 min

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Offbeat museum showcasing 1,400+ Christian crosses in many different sizes & materials.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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70 - 84 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$33

104 - 125 min

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3-streamed waterfall, named for its milky waters, with swimming pools surrounded by forest.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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104 - 125 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$27

Day 5Museums, Monuments, and Majestic Views

$93

$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

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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45 - 54 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$12

56 - 68 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$33

3 - 4 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Budget breakdown: $464 In total

Activities & Food:$438

Transport:$26