5 Days in Goa 🏖️: An Epic Adventure

Andres Sanabria

12 Sep 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey to the land of sun, sand, and sea. Explore ancient forts, relax on pristine beaches, savor delicious Goan cuisine, and soak in the rich culture and history of this vibrant coastal paradise.

Trip to Goa

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Day 1Gambling and Partying at Deltin Royale

$51

$ 1

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$43

41 - 50 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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9 - 14 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 2Sunbathing at Calangute Beach

$ 1

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

30 - 36 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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18 - 22 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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2 - 3 min

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

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 3Fortress Hopping and Market Delights

$ 3

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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24 - 29 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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2 - 3 min

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

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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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.

5:30 PM - 6:15 PM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 4Temple Trails and Spice Farm Adventures

$17

$ 2

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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Peaceful 450-year-old Hindu temple featuring a copper roof & a prominent samai oil lamp.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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9 - 11 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Lush 130-acre plantation growing spices, herbs & trees with resident elephants & a basic restaurant.

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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10 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 5Marveling at Waterfalls and Relaxing at Palolem Beach

$ 2

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

51 - 62 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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138 - 166 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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191 - 230 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Uncrowded stretch of white sand with calm waters, a restaurant and silent disco music parties.

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Budget breakdown: $100 In total

Activities & Food:$93

Transport:$7