Overview
Short Itinerary
- Day 1: Welcome to Goa – the land of sea, sand, sun and salt
- Day 2: Thrilling North Goa unfolded
- Day 3: Enthralling South Goa revealed, beaches and more
- Day 4: Exquisite Goa countryside: Dudhsagar Falls and Spice Plantation
- Day 5: Captivating Aguada Fort and Mandovi River Cruise
- Day 6: Dolphin and crocodile watch and river creek with mangrove forests
- Day 7: Enjoy a day at leisure for some self-exploration
- Day 8: Bid adieu to Goa
Detailed Itinerary
The day 1 of your joyful Goa tour package will begin after you reach Goa. Our travel representative shall meet you and pick you up from the nearest airport or railway station. He/she will transport you comfortably to the hotel/resort of your choice. After you complete your check-in formalities, you can relax and explore the property for the rest of the day. Have your meal and venture out to the nearby beach areas. Explore and relax at the beach shacks amid cool breeze and waves. Return to your hotel and settle for a relaxing overnight stay.
Begin your Day 2 of Goa tour package with a delectable breakfast spread. Then you shall be taken for a guided tour to the major tourist attractions of North Goa. North Goa has some of the best beaches of Goa. Make sure you have your beach wear donned as you go beach hopping for the day of sand, sun and sea. Also be prepared for the exhilarating beach activities (at your interest and your own cost). Get set to explore the marvels of Baga Beach, Candolim Beach and Calangute Beach. You can go for beach walks, parasailing, speed boat rides, banana boat rides and more. After a day of fun beach activities, return to your hotel for a gala dinner followed by overnight stay. [Experience the scintillating North Goa night life by a visit to the Club Tito’s Goa at Calangute near Baga Beach, one of the oldest and most renowned of bars in Goa or Club Cabana which is a happening neon-lit nightclub complete with a gyrating dance floor and DJs, with the bonus of a spacious outdoor poolside area
Day 3 too starts off with a food fest of breakfast spread. After having your breakfast, get set go for a popular South Goa trip with our travel expert. South Goa will take you back in time you will be visiting popular tourist spots of South Goa. Experience the apparently lack of intense buzz and crowd of North Goa, as you go through the serene and laid back beauty of South Goa. Most of the places will be pleasant remembrances of yesteryears, the days of the old colonial times. In the morning half, visit the well-known and popular temples and churches. We shall start off with the Shri Shantadurga Temple at the foothills of the Kavalem Village in Ponda and then proceed on for the eclectically brilliant Shri Manguesh Temple in Priol, Ponda. Stop for a pleasant lunch break at any of the beach-side eating outlets. [Suggested eating places – Mish Mar or Sam’s Goan Beach Shack at Majorda Beach, Star Fish Beach Hut at Arossim Beach] After spending a peaceful time at the temples, you shall be guided to view the charming and magnificent churches of Goa that have stood the test of time and stands majestic and towering till date. Get awed by the architectural splendour of Basilica of Bom Jesus and the charm and magnetism of Se Cathedral.
Next, you can let yourself get lost in the beauty of the Dona Paula Bay and Miramar Beach. Spend a relaxing evening at the beach and a mellowed sunset hour among cool breezes of the beach side. Go for some street shopping in the Panjim Market to round off your day trip. Get back to your hotel for a pleasant overnight stay.
Day 3 kick starts with a delectable breakfast meal. Gear up for an exciting day full of unique experiences. After breakfast, a thrilling jeep safari will take you through the lush green jungles to the magical land of mesmerizing Dudhsagar Waterfalls. Carry an extra pair of clothes if you want to dip into the shallow pool or feel the milky water as you will have ample amount of time to get drenched and play under the milky Dudhsagar Waterfall. On the way back, visit the enigmatic Spice Plantation where you will enter an enchanted land of aromas and fragrances, spices, coffee, their processing and how they reach the market along with their uses. After you have cleared all curiosities and bought some fresh spices for your household use, you return back to your hotel and unwind after a fun-filled and informative day of Goa vacation. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After the day’s breakfast, set out for visiting the majestic Aguada Fort. It is historic sightseeing tourist wonderland that is a brilliant example of Portuguese architecture, built in the year from 1609 to 1612. This fort was originally constructed by the Portuguese rulers to prevent entry into the River Mandovi, warding off political threats. The fort has a lighthouse and a centrally located huge tank provided with various underground chambers.
In the evening, go for the famous leisurely cruise along the Mandovi River. As you watch the golden colours of the setting sun igniting the waters of River Mandovi, enjoy the folk performances of the local boys and girls perform. Float past the Panjim riverfront to Miramar to witness a stunning sunset. The duration of the cruise is for an hour as you sail down the River Mandovi from the Santa Monica jetty in Panaji. Sail past the beautiful Adil Shah Palace in Panjim City and the Panjim riverfront to view some serene scenic beauty. After the cruise, return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
On Day 6, post breakfast session set out for an exciting dolphin cruise in Goa and get thrilled by the views of the friendliest dolphins in the crystal clear waters. You shall be taken for the tour at around 9 am. Head out for the adventurous day along with your friends and family for a unique experience. Watch is delight the playful antics of the dolphins happily doing flips and tricks and capture the moments on your cameras. You can even attempt swimming with the dolphins. Also, if you are lucky you can see the mugger crocodiles basking in the sun along the riverside. Round up the trip at around 1 pm and come back with thousands of cherished moments and lots of memories.
Begin the last day of the vacation with a joyous breakfast. Enjoy the day lazing around on the beach that you likes most. Spend this entire day at leisure with your family and friends on the beach. If you are tired with the hectic schedule you might just enjoy with a relaxing beachside massage or a lazy sunbath. Grab up some sea food bites at the shacks. Spend some time picking up mementos/souvenirs for your dear ones back home. Also, try your hands at the various remaining water sports that you have always wanted to but did not make it before. Discuss with our representative to offer you the best bargains and who will customize this Goa tour package according to your inclinations.
There are a number of water sports such as jet ski, parasailing, banana ride, speed boat, etc., which will satisfy your need for adventure on this trip. Return back to the hotel in the night for your cosy overnight stay.
You Goa tour comes to a wonderful closure. After completing your breakfast session get and ready to complete all the check-out formalities. Our representative shall drop you off at the nearest airport or railway station for your travel back home. Bid adieu to a lovely vacation in Goa and return home with innumerable memorable memories.
Highlights of the Trip
- Beach hopping along North Goa and South Goa’s best of beaches.
- Lazing and relishing the taste of delectable provided at the shacks.
- Party through the wee hours of the night in the famous pubs and bistros of Goa.
- Delightful dolphin watch with cute antics
- Enjoy thrilling water sports such as snorkelling, sea walk, scuba diving, jet skiing, power boat rides, angling, parasailing and a lot more
- Relax in splendid sea view hotels/resorts
- Get awed by the old world charm of the gothic churches
- Visit the mesmeric old forts
- Enjoy the serenity of the rivers of Goa