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Goa: A Journey to Paradise

Gautam Sachdeva

Gautam Sachdeva

15 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 6-day adventure to the tropical paradise of Goa. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, explore ancient forts, indulge in delicious cuisine, and soak up the sun on pristine beaches. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in this coastal haven.

Day 1Sunrise Delights and Historic Wonders
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$48

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$ 3

Sunrise Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$10
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
27 - 33 min

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Mapusa Municipal Market
Bustling, colorful bazaar with stalls selling fresh produce, housewares, clothing & more.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
29 - 35 min

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George Bar and Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$18
2 - 3 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.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
$2
8 - 11 min

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Babazin's
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18
Day 2Coastal Forts and Vibrant Markets
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$66

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$ 3

Morisco
This elegant destination, overlooking the Candolim-Calangute-Baga beach stretch, inspires with ultra-fresh seafood.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
19 - 28 min

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Aguada Fort
1612 Portuguese fortress offering ocean views & an abandoned lighthouse erected in 1864.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
24 - 29 min

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Museum Of Goa
This modern, 3-story museum offers works by Indian & international artists, plus a cafe & gift shop.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$4
22 - 27 min

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Twenty Three 24/7
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$18
1 - 2 min

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Saturday Night Market
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
12 - 15 min

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Anjuna Flea Market
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Shore Bar
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$26
Day 3Waterpark Thrills and Cultural Treasures
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$72

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$ 4

Baba Au Rhum
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
10 - 15 min

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Splashdown Waterpark
Compact waterpark featuring 5 small pools & a variety of slides, plus a shop & eatery.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$16
45 - 54 min

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Club National
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$18
9 - 11 min

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Goa State Museum
Opened in 1996, this state museum features exhibits on the history & culture of Goa.
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Free
17 - 21 min

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St. Augustine Tower
This 46m-high landmark is the only remaining tower of a church complex completed in 1602.
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Free
5 - 6 min

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Star Bar (and Restaurant)
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$22
Day 4Riverside Serenity and Museum Marvels
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$66

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$ 5

The Riverside Wharf, The Leela
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
49 - 59 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.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
64 - 77 min

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Goa Chitra Museum
This ethnographic museum on an organic farm includes displays of ancient agrarian tools & artifacts.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$8
42 - 51 min

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Full Moon Restaurant and Bar
1:00 PM - 2:30 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.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$2
82 - 99 min

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Corjuem Fort
Built in 1705, the hilltop ruins of this Portuguese military fortress offer scenic views.
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Free
27 - 33 min

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Spice Goa
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18
Day 5Nature's Sanctuary and Spiritual Gems
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$58

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$ 5

River Isle
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$10
18 - 22 min

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Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
Large area of mangrove swamp with a paved walkway & watchtower for visitors to observe birds.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$2
24 - 29 min

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Museum Of Christian Art
Art museum in a former convent showcasing Christian works from Goa, including paintings & sculpture.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
$4
5 - 6 min

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Star Bar (and Restaurant)
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$22
8 - 10 min

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Se Cathedral
Roman Catholic place of worship built by Portuguese colonialists and still hosting regular services.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
14 - 17 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$20
Day 6Culinary Delights and Wildlife Encounters
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$62

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$ 6

Hungry Hats
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
16 - 20 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.
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Free
6 - 9 min

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Basilica of Bom Jesus
Completed in 1605, this Baroque Catholic church contains the tomb of Saint Francis Xavier.
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Free
26 - 32 min

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Shree Mangesh temple
Domed temple with a 7-story tower dedicated to Manguesh, an incarnation of the god Shiva.
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Free
16 - 20 min

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Mini Punjab
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
$18
9 - 11 min

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Shree Shantadurga Mandir
Elegant Hindu temple built in the early 1730s & dedicated to the goddess Shantadurga.
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Free
51 - 62 min

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Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary
Junglelike wildlife sanctuary & zoo with a park area, many exotic species & birds.
4:45 PM - 5:45 PM
$2
48 - 58 min

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Hotel Amigos
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$24

Budget breakdown: $395 In total

Activities & Food:$372
Transport:$23