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5 Days in Goa: A Tropical Adventure

Santosh M

Santosh M

21 Oct 2023

Join me on a thrilling 5-day journey to Goa, India. Explore stunning beaches, vibrant markets, ancient temples, and majestic waterfalls. Indulge in delicious local cuisine and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this tropical paradise.

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Viator

Day 1
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$102

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$ 6

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
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 - 11:00 AM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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Mapusa Municipal Market
Bustling, colorful bazaar with stalls selling fresh produce, housewares, clothing & more.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$5
30 - 36 min

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George Bar and Restaurant
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$36
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.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$5
6 - 8 min

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Club National
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36
Day 2
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$165

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$ 4

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
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 - 11:00 AM
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$15
23 - 28 min

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Sinquerim Beach
Picturesque swimming & water-sports destination convenient to resorts & close to historic fort.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$10
5 - 6 min

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Wok and Roll
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$36
16 - 24 min

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Aguada Fort
1612 Portuguese fortress offering ocean views & an abandoned lighthouse erected in 1864.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$16
12 - 18 min

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Banyan Tree
Savour fresh, authentic Thai cuisine served in the shade of a 300 year old Banyan Tree. Menu ingredients originate from the resort's spice garden.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$52
Day 3
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$124

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$ 6

Five Five
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$32
1 - 2 min

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Anjuna Beach
Popular tourist beach providing activities such as parasailing, jet ski & banana boat rentals.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$10
34 - 41 min

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Museum Of Goa
This modern, 3-story museum offers works by Indian & international artists, plus a cafe & gift shop.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$10
16 - 20 min

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Bhatti Village
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$36
5 - 6 min

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The Lazy Goose
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36
Day 4
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$126

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$ 11

River Isle
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$32
8 - 10 min

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Basilica of Bom Jesus
Completed in 1605, this Baroque Catholic church contains the tomb of Saint Francis Xavier.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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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.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$5
27 - 33 min

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Shree Shantadurga Mandir
Elegant Hindu temple built in the early 1730s & dedicated to the goddess Shantadurga.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$5
65 - 78 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$44
98 - 118 min

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Dudhsagar Falls
3-streamed waterfall, named for its milky waters, with swimming pools surrounded by forest.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$4
106 - 128 min

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Karibu Garden Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36
Day 5
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$149

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$ 7

Green
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
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Palolem Beach
Uncrowded stretch of white sand with calm waters, a restaurant and silent disco music parties.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
74 - 89 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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$10
106 - 128 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$44
10 - 12 min

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Harvalem Waterfalls
This well-known scenic waterfall with a multi-level viewing area is large during monsoon season.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$10
25 - 30 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$40

Budget breakdown: $697 In total

Activities & Food:$666
Transport:$31