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Goa Escapade: 7 Days of Beaches, Forts, and Waterfalls!

Margin Dhami

Margin Dhami

13 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 7-day journey to Goa, where you'll discover breathtaking waterfalls, ancient forts, and pristine beaches. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage as you visit magnificent temples and churches. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the land of sun, sand, and serenity!

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Day 1Majestic Falls and Sacred Temples
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$20

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$ 18

Goa Beach Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

203 - 244 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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$20
167 - 201 min

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Shree Shantadurga Mandir
Elegant Hindu temple built in the early 1730s & dedicated to the goddess Shantadurga.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Shree Mangesh temple
Domed temple with a 7-story tower dedicated to Manguesh, an incarnation of the god Shiva.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 2Cascading Waterfalls and Sacred Sites
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$0

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$ 18

Goa Beach Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

64 - 77 min

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Harvalem Waterfalls
This well-known scenic waterfall with a multi-level viewing area is large during monsoon season.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
37 - 45 min

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Basilica of Bom Jesus
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
20 - 24 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.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 3Exploring Historic Forts
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$10

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$ 13

Goa Beach Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 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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$10
50 - 60 min

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Chapora Fort
Ruined centuries-old fortress on a headland, a popular vantage point for sunsets over the sea.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 4Sun, Sand, and Beach Bliss
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$0

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$ 13

Goa Beach Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

119 - 143 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
76 - 92 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
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Free
Day 5Coastal Fortresses and Vibrant Markets
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$ 13

Goa Beach Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

118 - 142 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.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
127 - 153 min

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Sinquerim Beach
Picturesque swimming & water-sports destination convenient to resorts & close to historic fort.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
39 - 47 min

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Mapusa Municipal Market
Bustling, colorful bazaar with stalls selling fresh produce, housewares, clothing & more.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 6Sun-Kissed Shores of Calangute
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$0

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$ 9

Goa Beach Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Calangute Beach
Big, popular beach with water sports, such as boating, water skiing & parasailing, plus food stalls.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 7Beachside Bliss and Cultural Delights
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$20

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$ 18

Goa Beach Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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Anjuna Beach
Popular tourist beach providing activities such as parasailing, jet ski & banana boat rentals.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
36 - 44 min

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Museum Of Goa
This modern, 3-story museum offers works by Indian & international artists, plus a cafe & gift shop.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$20
25 - 30 min

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Aguada Fort
1612 Portuguese fortress offering ocean views & an abandoned lighthouse erected in 1864.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $149 In total

Activities & Food:$50
Transport:$99