Since you'll likely be arriving earlier in the day, ease into Goa with a relaxed breakfast at Infantaria near Calangute followed by a gentle stroll along Calangute Beach to soak up the sea breeze and local vendors. Mid-morning, try a short introductory water activity like a tandem parasailing ride from Baga Beach or a calm banana-boat trip, then refresh with fresh coconut water from a beach shack before checking into your hotel and planning the afternoon.
After a leisurely morning, head for a late-afternoon unwind at Candolim Beach where you can rent sun loungers and sip a chilled feni cocktail at a beachfront shack while watching the tide roll in. Follow this with a short drive to Shantadurga Temple for a peaceful cultural stop and then catch golden-hour views from Fort Aguada Lighthouse-perfect for photos and a gentle sunset stroll before dinner back near Baga.
As the night falls, head to Tito's Lane for lively pre-dinner people-watching and pick a table at Cafe Mambos or Tito's Bar for music, drinks and a casual tapas-style meal. After dinner, take a moonlit walk to Baga Riverfront for relaxed riverside views and finish with a chilled dessert or gelato at Cookie Jar before returning to your hotel for a restful night.
Start your day with a hearty Goan breakfast at Mum's Kitchen in Candolim, then head to Sinquerim Beach for a peaceful early-morning stroll and some shoreline photos away from the crowds. Afterward, explore the imposing ramparts and secret nooks of Fort Aguada (arrive early to beat the heat) and pop into the nearby Aguada Jail ruins for a quick, atmospheric history stop before pausing at a beachside shack for fresh kingfish or prawn curry and chilled tender coconut.
After a morning at Fort Aguada, take a short drive to the leafy lanes of Candolim Village for lunch at the charming Gunpowder (Kerala-Goan fusion) and a stroll through its spice-scented backstreets. Later, rent a scooter and explore the quiet coves of Vagator's Chapora Fort viewpoint for cliffside tea at a café, then drop by Thalassa's terrace for pre-sunset Mediterranean bites and lively sea-facing views before heading back to Fort Aguada Lighthouse for the late golden hour.
As the sun dips, wander along the palm-fringed promenade to Bambolim Jetty for a gentle river cruise that catches the warm glow on the estuary, followed by sunset cocktails on the terrace at Joseph's Waterfront where fresh Goan seafood tapas are perfect for sharing. Afterward, explore the lively lanes of Calangute Market for handcrafted souvenirs and sample local sweets at Mum's Ice Cream Stall, finishing with a relaxed rooftop drink back at your hotel while the nighttime sea breeze rolls in.
Kick off with an adrenaline-packed session at Calangute Jetty Watersports, trying jet-skiing and a guided flyboard demo, then cool down with a relaxed SUP (stand-up paddleboard) along the sheltered stretch near Baga Cove. After rinsing off, wander to the colorful stalls of Mapusa Friday Market (or the local weekday vendors if timing differs) to sample Goan cashew sweets, spicy vindaloo samplers at a stall, and pick up handwoven textiles before a seaside brunch at the breezy Souza Lobo-style beachfront shack.
After a high-energy morning on the water, slow the pace with a laid-back lunch at Mojigao Beach Shack on Baga where you can try their spicy Goan fish thali and chilled kokum squash. Later, wander the bohemian lanes of Anjuna Flea Market for vintage clothing, silver jewellery and local art, then relax with a sunset-view cold brew at the cliffside Curlies Café while watching parasailers return to shore-perfectly bridging today's active water adventures with the market's relaxed, colourful vibe.
Wind down after a busy day with a relaxed riverside dinner cruise on the Mandovi River that serves Goan fish curry and live fado-style music, offering a mellow contrast to your daytime adrenaline. After the cruise, stroll the atmospheric lanes of Flea Street Market in Anjuna for late-evening artisanal finds and finish at Joseph's Waterfront (Panaji) or a quiet shackside table for a nightcap of chilled feni under swaying palms before returning to your hotel.
After checking out from North Goa, take a scenic drive south and arrive in time for a relaxed beachfront breakfast at Martin's Corner in Betalbatim, then wander the powdery sands of Colva Beach where you can rent a sun umbrella and try a gentle stand-up paddle session in the calm morning surf. Pause mid-morning for a quiet stroll through Benaulim Village's coconut groves and stop at The Ship beach shack for fresh prawn curry and tender coconut before checking into your South Goa hotel to unwind for the afternoon.
Spend a languid afternoon at Arossim Beach, renting a shaded cabana and sipping chilled kokum cooler while listening to waves; later take a short walk to the nearby Cavelossim River estuary for a gentle boat ride through mangroves and birdwatching. Finish with a relaxed late-afternoon seafood lunch at Joecons Beach Shack (try the butter garlic kingfish) before wandering the quaint lanes of Mobor Village for handmade souvenirs and a slow sunset stroll along the quieter stretch of sand.
As the sky cools, wander down to Varca Beach for a peaceful sunset walk along its wide, quiet shore, then settle at Martin's Corner Annex (or a nearby beachfront shack) for a relaxed seafood platter and chilled kokum cocktails while the waves lap nearby. After dinner, take a short drive to Betalbatim Jetty for a moonlit estuary stroll and cap the night with live acoustic music at The Benaulim Beach Café, enjoying mellow conversation and starry coastal air before returning to your hotel.
Begin with a tranquil breakfast on the banks of the Mandovi River at Café Bodega in Panaji, then drive to Old Goa to explore the ornate interiors of Basilica of Bom Jesus and the atmospheric cloisters of Se Cathedral, pausing to admire baroque-era azulejo tiles and colonial-era chapels. Mid-morning, wander the shaded grounds of St. Augustine Tower and visit the peaceful Museum of Christian Art to connect with Goa's layered history before a riverside Goan-Portuguese lunch in Panaji and a relaxed transfer to the airport.
After a morning of grand churches, take a gentle cultural stroll through the shaded grounds of Museu de Arte Sacra to admire sacred silverware and ecclesiastical exhibits, then cross the river to explore the leafy lanes and colourful facades of Fontainhas Heritage Quarter in Panaji for photo-worthy Portuguese-style houses and boutique art galleries. Finish with a late-afternoon riverside snack at Vinayak Family Restaurant trying bebinca or a Goan xacuti, followed by a relaxed boat ride from Panaji Jetty to watch the estuary's golden hour before collecting your bags for departure.
As dusk settles, take a gentle riverside stroll along Miramar Beach promenade and stop at Rivona Café for light Goan tapas and chilled kokum under swaying palms, watching the Mandovi glow. Later, enjoy a short sunset cruise from Panaji Jetty that passes colonial-era bridges, then finish with a farewell dinner of Goan-Portuguese specialties at Mum's Kitchen (Panaji branch) before collecting your bags and heading to the airport.
| Place / Activity | Cost |
|---|---|
| Infantaria (Calangute) | ₹300 |
| Calangute Beach (stroll) | Free |
| Parasailing (tandem) - Baga Beach | ₹1200 |
| Banana boat ride - Baga Beach | ₹500 |
| Beach coconut water (shack) | ₹60 |
| Hotel check-in | ₹0 |
| Candolim Beach (sun lounger & shack drink) | ₹350 |
| Shantadurga Temple | Free |
| Fort Aguada Lighthouse (entry/photo) | ₹50 |
| Tito's Lane (people-watching) | Free |
| Cafe Mambos / Tito's Bar (drinks & tapas) | ₹1000 |
| Baga Riverfront (evening stroll) | Free |
| Cookie Jar (dessert/gelato) | ₹200 |
| Mum's Kitchen (Candolim) - breakfast | ₹500 |
| Sinquerim Beach (stroll) | Free |
| Fort Aguada (ramparts & Aguada Jail ruins) | ₹100 |
| Beachside seafood lunch (kingfish/prawn curry) | ₹700 |
| Gunpowder (Candolim) - lunch | ₹800 |
| Scooter rental (half-day) | ₹300 |
| Chapora Fort viewpoint (Vagator) | Free |
| Thalassa (pre-sunset bites) | ₹800 |
| Bambolim Jetty river cruise | ₹400 |
| Joseph's Waterfront (sunset cocktails & tapas) | ₹900 |
| Calangute Market (shopping) | ₹300 |
| Mum's Ice Cream Stall (treat) | ₹100 |
| Calangute Jetty Watersports (jet-ski session) | ₹1000 |
| Flyboard demo (guided) - Calangute | ₹1500 |
| SUP rental (stand-up paddleboard) | ₹400 |
| Mapusa Market (visit & snacks) | ₹200 |
| Seaside brunch (Souza Lobo style) | ₹600 |
| Mojigao Beach Shack - lunch | ₹500 |
| Anjuna Flea Market (shopping) | ₹300 |
| Curlies Café (sunset cold brew) | ₹250 |
| Mandovi River dinner cruise (live music) | ₹1200 |
| Flea Street Market (Anjuna) - evening shopping | ₹200 |
| Martin's Corner (Betalbatim) - beachfront breakfast | ₹700 |
| Colva Beach (umbrella rental & paddle) | ₹300 |
| Benaulim Village stroll | Free |
| The Ship beach shack - prawn curry | ₹600 |
| Arossim Beach (cabana rental) | ₹500 |
| Cavelossim River mangrove boat ride | ₹600 |
| Joecons Beach Shack - seafood lunch | ₹700 |
| Mobor Village (souvenirs) | ₹300 |
| Varca Beach (sunset walk) | Free |
| Martin's Corner Annex - seafood platter | ₹900 |
| Betalbatim Jetty (moonlit estuary stroll) | Free |
| The Benaulim Beach Café (live acoustic) | ₹300 |
| Café Bodega (Panaji) - riverside breakfast | ₹400 |
| Basilica of Bom Jesus (Old Goa) | Free |
| Se Cathedral (Old Goa) | Free |
| St. Augustine Tower (grounds) | Free |
| Museum of Christian Art (entry) | ₹30 |
| Museu de Arte Sacra (entry) | ₹30 |
| Fontainhas Heritage Quarter (walk) | Free |
| Vinayak Family Restaurant (riverside snack) | ₹300 |
| Panaji Jetty boat ride (estuary golden hour) | ₹300 |
| Miramar Beach promenade (stroll) | Free |
| Rivona Café (light tapas) | ₹300 |
| Panaji sunset cruise (short) | ₹400 |
| Mum's Kitchen (Panaji) - farewell dinner | ₹800 |
| Estimated Total (per person) | ₹18450 |