Collect luggage and take your pre-booked taxi/hotel transfer to CALUX Grand Baga (Survey No 233, Calangute - Baga Rd). Transfer time typically 45–75 minutes depending on traffic.
Check in at CALUX Grand Baga (formerly Amara Grand). If room isn't ready, request luggage hold and enjoy the hotel lounge; standard check-in often from 2:00pm.
Short walk to Baga or Calangute beach (both within easy reach) for a gentle sunset stroll and beachside atmosphere — beaches are open all day and ideal for an easy first evening.
Iconic beachfront restaurant just a short walk from your hotel, famous for seafood and relaxed vibe — open roughly 9:00am–11:30pm, perfect for a casual romantic dinner.
Short 25–35 minute drive from your hotel to Chapora Fort for panoramic cliff views over Vagator and the Arabian Sea; the fort is open around 6:00am–6:00pm.
Head back to CALUX Grand Baga for a swim or rest; the hotel pool and lounge are ideal for downtime and light spa treatments (spa hours typically 9:00am–8:00pm).
Drive back toward the cliffs near Chapora or Anjuna for a memorable sunset; cliff viewpoints are open and free, best reached 30–45 minutes before sunset.
Both offer intimate dining with flavorful cuisine away from beachfront crowds; restaurants typically open evenings until 10:30–11:00pm, so an 8:00pm reservation is ideal.
About a 45–60 minute drive depending on traffic; these UNESCO-significant churches open roughly 9:00am–6:00pm and are best visited in the morning to avoid heavier crowds.
Wander the colorful Portuguese-era lanes, galleries and cafes — shops typically operate 9:00am–6:00pm and this area is excellent for photos and light shopping.
One-hour sunset/early evening cruise offers city views and light entertainment on some departures; cruises usually run 5:00pm–7:00pm, so pre-book to confirm timing.
Choose a modern bistro for a romantic meal in Panaji or a local spot for traditional plates before returning to Baga; both are open in the evenings (check 7:00pm–11:00pm hours).
About a 45–60 minute scenic drive north from Baga; Ashwem is a tranquil, palm-lined beach ideal for peaceful walks and quiet time (beach open all day).
French-inspired beachfront restaurant with Mediterranean dishes and direct beach access; typically open 11:00am–9:00pm, perfect for a leisurely seaside lunch.
Short drive to Morjim (10–15 minutes) for quieter sands, seasonal bird life and a laid-back atmosphere — Olive Ridley turtles nest in winter months (beach open all day).
Explore boutiques, beachwear shops and local handicraft stalls near Calangute and Candolim — stores are generally open 9:00am–9:00pm and great for picking up gifts.
Spend late afternoon on quieter stretches of Candolim or walk toward Sinquerim for scenic coastal views; beaches remain open all day and are ideal for downtime.
Check out and depart for Mopa airport, aiming to arrive at least 2 hours before your flight; drive time from Baga to Mopa is usually 45–75 minutes, allow buffer for traffic.