Start your Goa morning with a laid-back breakfast at Infantaria (Baga) sampling local bebinca and freshly brewed coffee, then stroll through the colorful stalls of Baga Market to pick up beachwear and souvenirs. Mid-morning, head for a refreshing swim and beginner-friendly surf lesson at Calangute Beach, followed by a coconut-water break under the palms and a short visit to the photogenic stretch of Candolim promenade before checking into your North Goa base.
After a relaxed morning, wander to Tito's Lane for a lively lunch at Britto's where seafood platters and chilled feni set the tone, then stroll through the boutique-lined Calangute Market Road to pick up sunglasses and beach wraps. Spend the late afternoon kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding from Baga Jetty, followed by a chilled drink at Curlies Beach Shack as you watch the tide roll in and prepare for your sunset plans.
After settling in, head to Anjuna Flea Market (evening stalls) for a quick browse of handmade jewelry and chilled smoothies before the sun dips. Continue to Anjuna Beach to watch a vivid sunset from the cliffside café, then enjoy dinner at the laid-back Purple Martini with live acoustic music to ease you into Goa nights and set the mood for tomorrow's island and water adventures.
Ease into the day with a hearty beachfront breakfast at Salcete Café (Candolim), then rendezvous at Sinquerim Jetty for a morning speedboat ride to Grande Island (Ilha Grande) where you can snorkel among tropical fish and explore a small WWII-era fort. After snorkeling, relax with a beachside fish curry lunch at Banana Island shack before returning to the mainland for an afternoon of kayaking or parasailing.
Return from your morning island trip and head to Candolim Beach for an adrenaline-packed parasailing session above the Arabian Sea, then cool off with a beachfront lunch at Fisherman's Wharf (Candolim outlet) serving Goan fish thali and chilled kokum juice. Later, take a short boat ride from Marina Jetty to the quieter Polem Beach cove for snorkeling in clearer shallows, followed by a sundowner at Mango Tree Beach Shack as you compare island highlights and prepare for the evening's Old Goa churches itinerary tomorrow.
After a day on the water, head to Bambolim Bay for a tranquil sunset stroll along a less-crowded stretch, then dine at the riverside Viva Panjim for Goan-Portuguese fusion and river views. Finish the night with cocktails and live DJ sets at Lagoa Beach Club, where lantern-lit tables and a relaxed dance floor let you wind down while swapping snorkel and island stories.
Begin with a tranquil breakfast at Mum's Kitchen Café (Panaji outskirts) before heading to Basilica of Bom Jesus to admire the baroque façade and the ornate reliquary of St. Francis Xavier while your guide recounts colonial-era stories; from there, take a short walk to Se Cathedral to view its towering golden altar and the famed swinging bell. After a coffee break at The Heritage Café beside the Archaeological Museum, stroll the shaded lanes to explore the atmospheric ruins of Church of St. Augustine and climb the bell-tower for panoramic views of the Mandovi River and the red-tiled roofs that hint at tomorrow's temple visits in South Goa.
After a morning among the grand cathedrals, wander to the leafy grounds of Panjim Promenade's Latin Quarter for a relaxed riverside lunch at Mum's Courtyard sampling Goan pork vindaloo, then stroll across to the atmospheric ruins of The Church of Our Lady of the Mount (Monte Santo Chapel) to soak in quieter colonial-era views. Finish the afternoon with a guided visit to the hauntingly beautiful Convent of St. Monica and its museum to see religious artefacts and Portuguese-era manuscripts, followed by a short ferry ride to Old Goa Waterfront for a golden-hour riverside tea as you prepare for the evening's localized cultural performances.
As twilight falls, take a calm riverside stroll along the Mandovi Riverfront at Ribandar and catch the soft glow on colonial facades, then settle into a table at Viva Panjim Riverside Café for a dinner of spicy prawn curry and rava fried fish while local musicians play fado-inspired tunes. After dinner, join a short guided heritage walk to the atmospheric Chapel of Our Lady of Health followed by lantern-lit photo stops at the ruins of St. Augustine's Cloister Garden, where the quiet stones and moonlight give a haunting, cinematic close to your Old Goa day.
Start with a serene dawn puja at Shree Damodar Temple (Zambaulim) where you can watch morning aarti rituals and learn about Konkani temple customs from the temple priest; follow this with a fragrant breakfast of sannas and coconut chutney at Cafe Floriana (near Margao). Mid-morning, stroll the tiled lanes to explore Santo Estevam Church's baroque-meets-local architecture, then visit the nearby Margao Municipal Garden and the Naval Portuguese House Museum to trace Goan domestic life before heading south for the afternoon's beach time.
Spend a peaceful afternoon exploring the coastal side of South Goa beginning with a guided heritage tour of Shree Ramnath Temple (Benaulim) to witness traditional Konkani temple architecture and listen to tales from the pujari about local festivals; afterward, wander the shaded lanes to Benaulim Church (Our Lady of Remedios) to admire its colorful altarpiece and the unique blend of Portuguese and Goan devotional art. Finish with a late-afternoon visit to the nearby Varca Beach art stalls, where you can meet local artisans, shop hand-painted ceramics, then relax with a fresh kokum cooler on the sand as you compare today's temple memories with yesterday's Old Goa churches.
As dusk falls, head to Shri Mangeshi Temple (Sodnem) for the evening arti and watch priests perform lamp rituals while the carved temple gopuram glows in golden light; linger in the courtyard to chat with devotees and sample nearby street-style sannas from a stall. Afterwards, drift to Colva Market Road for a relaxed dinner at a local eatery serving kokum fish curry and then catch live folk musicians at Ancestral Goa Cultural Centre, where traditional mando songs and evocative storytelling gently bridge your temple day into a quieter South Goa night.
Wake to a slow South Goa morning with a beachfront breakfast of freshly made sannas and filter coffee at Artjuna Café (near Agonda), then head to Agonda Beach for a gentle walk and a chance to spot olive ridley hatchlings (season permitting) or join a guided coastal birdwatching stroll along the dunes. Later, take a short drive to the secluded Butterfly Beach (access by boat from Agonda jetty) for a small-group guided kayak and snorkeling session in calm coves, returning by noon to enjoy a seaside lunch at Silent Beach Shack as you compare today's peaceful shores with the historic churches and temple rituals of the previous days.
After a tranquil morning at Agonda and Butterfly Beach, drive east to the palm-fringed Cabo de Rama Fort for a breezy cliff-top walk and panoramic views of the Arabian Sea, then descend to the secluded cove of Cabo de Rama Beach for a lazy swim and beachside lunch at The Fortress Café serving fresh Goan fish and coconut rice. Later, head to Patnem Beach to rent a sunbed, try a gentle SUP session along the bay, and finish the afternoon with a sunset coconut mocktail at J&M Beach Shack, letting the mellow South Goa rhythms bridge your temple-and-church explorations with tomorrow's relaxed evening plans.
As the sun softens, wander to Palolem's West End promenade for a gentle shell-hunt and a sunset paddle in a rented transparent kayak, then sip chilled kokum margaritas at the beachfront Dropadi Bar & Café while local musicians tune up. Later, take a short tuk-tuk ride to Rajbag Beach for a candlelit seafood dinner at La Plage by the Dunes, followed by a relaxed nightcap and barefoot dancing to a chilled DJ set at the intimate Silent Moon Beach Shack, a mellow close that flows naturally from your day of cliffs, coves and temple visits.
Wake slowly with a late brunch at Cafe Bodega (Fontainhas) sampling Goan-style omelettes and strong filter coffee, then wander the colorful lanes of Fontainhas Heritage Quarter to admire Portuguese facades and street art while picking up a handcrafted leather wristband from a local artisan. Mid-morning, recharge with a cooling swim at Miramar Beach followed by a sunset-planning meetup at Ferry Terrace Café, where you can confirm evening guest-list details for the night's secret party and stock up on lightweight attire for club and casino dress codes.
Ease into the night's festivities with a late, stylish aperitif at Joseph's Wine Bar (Campal) sampling local craft cocktails and tapas while chatting with fellow travelers, then take a short walk to Kala Academy Lawn for an open-air chill session and live indie sets that warm up the evening vibe. As the sun softens, head to Panaji Riverfront Market for street-food bites-try spicy pork recheado and sugarcane juice-before returning to your hotel to freshen up and prepare for the casinos and secret parties ahead.
Start your night with cocktails and a rooftop view at Corte-Real Rooftop (Panaji) where eclectic DJs and a chilled crowd set a cosmopolitan tone, then move to the high-energy casino floor of Deltin Royale (River Cruise Casino, Panaji) for a few rounds of blackjack or roulette and a late supper at their buffet. After midnight, slip into an underground, invite-only gathering at The Backstreet Loft (a secret foreigner-themed party in North Goa) - expect curated house and techno, roaming performers, and a small outdoor chill zone with hookah and midnight dosa stalls to round off a night of dancing until dawn.
On your final morning, enjoy a relaxed farewell breakfast at The Black Sheep Bistro (Panaji) with a last plate of Goan bebinca and strong filter coffee, then take a short riverside walk along Miramar Promenade to soak up one last sea breeze and snap final photos. After returning to your hotel for checkout, arrange a comfortable private transfer from Dabolim Airport Taxi Stand or a pre-booked hotel shuttle, leaving time for a quick souvenir stop at Panaji Arcade (local handicraft stalls) if your schedule allows.
Before you head to the airport, enjoy a leisurely late-afternoon pause at Café Alchemia (Panaji) for a final plate of Goan chorizo pav and a strong cold brew while you sort last-minute luggage details. If time allows, take a short tuk-tuk ride to Bambolim Bay Viewpoint for one last coastal panorama and a relaxed coconut-water break, then pop into Goa Handicraft Emporium (Panaji outlet) to pick up any remaining local spices or linens as calm, practical souvenirs before your evening transfer.
If your flight is late-night, spend your last Goa evening with a relaxed riverside dinner at Riviera Waterfront (Chicalim) where fresh prawn curry and cashew-infused desserts close the trip on a local note; linger afterward with a moonlit stroll to Chicalim Jetty for peaceful river views. Finish by collecting luggage and enjoying a final drink at Airport Lounge Café (Dabolim area) before your pre-booked transfer to Dabolim Airport, giving you a calm, well-timed exit after a week of beaches, temples and secret parties.
| Place / Activity | Cost |
|---|---|
| Infantaria (Baga) - breakfast | ₹250 |
| Baga Market (stalls) | ₹300 |
| Calangute Beach - swim / beach access | Free |
| Surf lesson (Calangute) - beginner | ₹1200 |
| Candolim promenade - visit | Free |
| Hotel check-in (mid-range per night, North Goa) - note: per-person estimate assuming double occupancy | ₹1200 |
| Tito's Lane (walk & window-shopping) | Free |
| Lunch at Britto's (seafood platter) | ₹700 |
| Calangute Market Road (shopping) | ₹400 |
| Baga Jetty - kayak / SUP rental (per hour) | ₹400 |
| Curlies Beach Shack - drink | ₹300 |
| Anjuna Flea Market (evening stalls) | Free |
| Anjuna Beach - sunset visit | Free |
| Purple Martini - dinner (per person) | ₹800 |
| Salcete Café (Candolim) - breakfast | ₹300 |
| Sinquerim Jetty - speedboat to Grande Island (snorkel tour) | ₹1500 |
| Grande Island - snorkel equipment (if not included) | ₹300 |
| Banana Island shack - beachside lunch | ₹600 |
| Parasailing (Candolim) - per person | ₹1200 |
| Fisherman's Wharf (Candolim) - lunch | ₹700 |
| Marina Jetty boat to Polem Beach cove (short ride) | ₹300 |
| Snorkeling at Polem Beach cove | ₹500 |
| Mango Tree Beach Shack - sundowner drink | ₹300 |
| Bambolim Bay - sunset stroll | Free |
| Viva Panjim - dinner (riverside) | ₹800 |
| Lagoa Beach Club - cocktails / cover | ₹800 |
| Mum's Kitchen Café (Panaji outskirts) - breakfast | ₹400 |
| Basilica of Bom Jesus - entry / donation | Free |
| Se Cathedral - entry / donation | Free |
| The Heritage Café (coffee break) | ₹250 |
| Church of St. Augustine ruins - visit | Free |
| Bell-tower climb (if paid local fee) | ₹100 |
| Archaeological Museum (Old Goa) - entry | ₹40 |
| Panjim Promenade / Latin Quarter - visit | Free |
| Mum's Courtyard - riverside lunch | ₹600 |
| Convent of St. Monica museum - entry | ₹50 |
| Old Goa Waterfront / ferry short ride | ₹100 |
| Mandovi Riverfront at Ribandar - stroll | Free |
| Viva Panjim Riverside Café - dinner (repeat entry earlier possible) | ₹800 |
| Heritage walk / Chapel of Our Lady of Health guided walk | ₹300 |
| Shree Damodar Temple (Zambaulim) - puja / donation | ₹100 |
| Cafe Floriana (near Margao) - breakfast | ₹300 |
| Santo Estevam Church - visit | Free |
| Margao Municipal Garden / Naval Portuguese House Museum - entry | ₹50 |
| Shree Ramnath Temple (Benaulim) - visit / donation | ₹100 |
| Benaulim Church (Our Lady of Remedios) - visit | Free |
| Varca Beach art stalls (shopping) | ₹400 |
| Shri Mangeshi Temple (Sodnem) - evening arti / donation | ₹100 |
| Colva Market Road - dinner at local eatery | ₹500 |
| Ancestral Goa Cultural Centre - folk performance (ticket) | ₹400 |
| Artjuna Café (near Agonda) - breakfast | ₹300 |
| Agonda Beach - visit / birdwatching stroll (guided) | ₹400 |
| Butterfly Beach access by boat + guided kayak/snorkel (small group) | ₹1500 |
| Silent Beach Shack - seaside lunch | ₹600 |
| Cabo de Rama Fort - visit | Free |
| The Fortress Café - lunch at Cabo de Rama | ₹600 |
| Patnem Beach - sunbed rental / SUP session | ₹400 |
| J&M Beach Shack - coconut mocktail | ₹250 |
| Palolem West End promenade - shell hunt | Free |
| Transparent kayak rental (Palolem) - short session | ₹500 |
| Dropadi Bar & Café - kokum margarita | ₹350 |
| La Plage by the Dunes - candlelit seafood dinner | ₹1200 |
| Silent Moon Beach Shack - nightcap / DJ cover | ₹500 |
| Cafe Bodega (Fontainhas) - brunch | ₹350 |
| Fontainhas Heritage Quarter - walk & shopping | Free |
| Miramar Beach - swim | Free |
| Ferry Terrace Café - meetup drink | ₹250 |
| Joseph's Wine Bar (Campal) - aperitif / tapas | ₹600 |
| Kala Academy Lawn - open-air indie set (entry / donation) | ₹200 |
| Panaji Riverfront Market - street-food bites | ₹300 |
| Corte-Real Rooftop (Panaji) - cocktails / cover | ₹800 |
| Deltin Royale (River Casino) - entry / minimal spend (per person) | ₹1500 |
| The Backstreet Loft - secret/underground party (cover/entry) | ₹1200 |
| The Black Sheep Bistro (Panaji) - farewell breakfast | ₹400 |
| Miramar Promenade - final walk | Free |
| Private transfer to Dabolim Airport (per person, shared shuttle estimate) | ₹600 |
| Panaji Arcade / Goa Handicraft Emporium - last-minute souvenirs | ₹400 |
| Café Alchemia (Panaji) - late plate / coffee | ₹350 |
| Bambolim Bay Viewpoint - coconut-water break | ₹150 |
| Riviera Waterfront (Chicalim) - riverside dinner (if used) | ₹800 |
| Airport Lounge Café (Dabolim area) - final drink / light snack | ₹300 |
| Estimated Total (per person) | ₹29040 |