Start your first morning in Goa with a leisurely breakfast at Infantaria in Calangute, then stroll the shoreline to watch fishing boats return to Calangute Beach as local vendors set up fresh fruit and chai stalls. Mid-morning, wander a little inland to the colorful lanes around Baga Market, sample Goan sweets and cashew products, and book a late-afternoon table at a beach shack so you can return for sunset without rushing.
After a relaxed morning, head to Tito's Lane for lively people-watching and pick a café for a late lunch-try seafood thalis at Souza Lobo on nearby Candolim Road. Spend the afternoon exploring the quieter stretch of sand at Candolim Beach, rent a sunbed or join a short kayak outing, then wander up to the cliffside viewpoints near Fort Aguada to catch panoramic ocean views before returning to your reserved beach shack for sunset.
As the sun dips, wander to the lively stretch around Baga Riverfront for a riverside stroll and early drinks at Café Mambos' outdoor terrace, then slip into a relaxed seafood dinner at the rustic Fisherman's Wharf (Baga) for crab xec xec and feni cocktails. After dinner, catch live music or a DJ set at Sinq Nightclub or meander along the moonlit sands toward Baga Jetty for a gentle nightcap listening to waves and street musicians.
Begin with a heritage-rich morning at Basilica of Bom Jesus, arriving early to avoid crowds and admire the baroque architecture and St. Francis Xavier's relic chapel, then wander to the nearby Se Cathedral to compare its towering nave and ornate chapels. After a guided stroll through the shaded grounds of St. Augustine's Ruins, head to Reis Magos Fort for panoramic views over the Mandovi and a coffee at the fort café before crossing to Panaji for a riverside walk along Campal Jetty and a mid-morning snack of bebinca and fish patties at a local bakery.
Cross the Mandovi into Panaji and linger through the Portuguese-era lanes of Fontainhas, stopping for a late-lunch pastel de nata and café at Sweet Bengal Bakery before browsing local art galleries and azulejo-tiled houses. In the late afternoon, take a guided boat ride from Riverside Jetty (Panaji) up the Mandovi to spot mangrove birdlife, then return for sundowners at the stylish riverside bar Viva Panjim with views back toward the old churches and colorful colonial facades.
As dusk falls, head to the charming lanes of Miramar Promenade for a breezy riverside walk and street-food snacks like pao bhaji from local stalls, then cross to River View Market to browse evening artisan stalls and grab a fresh kokum cooler. Finish with a relaxed dinner at Naval Fish Market Café, where you can pick the catch of the day and enjoy it grilled with Goan spices while listening to live acoustic sets drifting from nearby cafés.
Kick off an adrenaline-packed morning with a sunrise stand-up paddle session and guided tide-pooling at Mandrem Beach, followed by a beachfront breakfast of freshly made omelettes and local kingfish at La Plage Mandrem. Mid-morning, head south to Vagator Cliff for a short hike and paraglide tandem briefing-soar above the red cliffs and hidden coves, then refuel with coconut water and spicy prawn buns at Thalassa's quieter sister café before an easy transfer toward your midday boat pickup for the evening cruise.
After a high-energy morning, slow the pace with lunch at the beachfront Curlies in Anjuna, sampling Goan fish curry and a chilled kokum soda, then wander the nearby flea market for local jewelry and hand-printed sarongs. In the mid-afternoon, head to Ozran Point for cliffside photos and a guided coastal rockpool walk, followed by a short drive to Mandrem's Kite School for a relaxed beginner kite-surf session or a private coaching hour before preparing to board your evening cruise on the Mandovi.
As the light softens, board the intimate sunset cruise from Panaji Riverside Jetty for a 90-minute sail along the Mandovi, sipping a chilled kokum or feni cocktail while a local guide points out riverine birdlife and the illuminated skyline. After disembarking, stroll to Bademiya Waterfront for a table by the water and a dinner of grilled kingfish and Goan chorizo xacuti, then finish the night with live jazz at The Riverbank Café or a slow moonlit walk along Miramar Promenade to cap a day of highs with calm, coastal charm.
Wake up to a tranquil South Goa morning with a leisurely breakfast of Goan poi and kahwa at Martin's Corner (Benaulim), then head to the soft sands of Colva Beach for a gentle beach walk and tide-pooling where local fishermen mend nets. Mid-morning, drive inland to the fragrant Sahakari Spice Village for a guided plantation tour-sample fresh spices, watch a coconut-cutting demo and enjoy a traditional Goan snack before continuing your coastal journey toward Margao's market lanes.
After your spice-plantation visit, drift south for a lazy seaside lunch at Martin's Corner's quieter sister café (Benaulim extension) sampling crab xec-xec and coconut rice, then explore the sheltered coves and black-rock pools at Mobor Beach where you can rent a paddleboard or join a short glass-bottom boat trip to spot coastal fish. Finish the afternoon with a stroll through the sleepy fishing village around Betalbatim, popping into a family-run toddy shop for fresh feni and roadside vindaloo bites before returning toward Margao as the light softens.
As dusk settles, take a short drive to Cavelossim Beach for a peaceful shoreline walk and watch local fishermen bring in their catch while enjoying a fresh coconut from a beachside vendor. Follow this with a relaxed dinner at the riverside Rivona Waterfront Café, savoring Goan prawn curry and sannas as the tide laps the estuary, then finish with a nightcap under the stars at The Fisherman's Wharf (South Goa outpost) listening to soft live acoustic music-a gentle close that flows naturally from the day's spice-plantation aromas and afternoon coves.
| Place / Activity | Cost |
|---|---|
| Infantaria (Calangute) - breakfast | ₹300 |
| Calangute Beach | Free |
| Baga Market (snacks & cashew samples) | ₹150 |
| Tito's Lane (people-watching) | Free |
| Souza Lobo - seafood thali (lunch) | ₹650 |
| Candolim Beach (sunbed rental / short kayak) | ₹400 |
| Fort Aguada viewpoints | Free |
| Beach shack sunset table (shared drink/snack) | ₹400 |
| Baga Riverfront / Café Mambos (drinks) | ₹350 |
| Fisherman's Wharf (Baga) - dinner | ₹900 |
| Sinq Nightclub cover (evening entertainment) | ₹700 |
| Basilica of Bom Jesus (Old Goa) | Free |
| Se Cathedral (Old Goa) | Free |
| St. Augustine's Ruins | Free |
| Reis Magos Fort - entry & coffee | ₹120 |
| Campal Jetty / riverside walk | Free |
| Local bakery snacks (bebinca & fish patties) | ₹150 |
| Fontainhas (walking the Portuguese lanes) | Free |
| Sweet Bengal Bakery - pastel de nata & coffee | ₹200 |
| Guided Mandovi boat ride (Panaji) - short cruise | ₹600 |
| Viva Panjim (riverside sundowners) | ₹400 |
| Miramar Promenade / street-food pao bhaji | ₹120 |
| River View Market (artisan stalls) | Free |
| Naval Fish Market Café - dinner (catch of the day) | ₹700 |
| Mandrem Beach - stand-up paddle session (guided) | ₹900 |
| La Plage Mandrem - beachfront breakfast | ₹450 |
| Vagator Cliff (hike & paraglide briefing) | Free |
| Tandem paragliding (Vagator area) | ₹3500 |
| Thalassa (sister café) - snack / coconut water | ₹250 |
| Curlies (Anjuna) - lunch | ₹600 |
| Anjuna flea market (shopping) | ₹300 |
| Ozran Point - rockpool walk (guided) | ₹250 |
| Mandrem Kite School - beginner kite-surf (private hour) | ₹1200 |
| Panaji Riverside Jetty - 90-min sunset cruise | ₹800 |
| Bademiya Waterfront - dinner | ₹700 |
| The Riverbank Café - live jazz (drinks) | ₹400 |
| Martin's Corner (Benaulim) - breakfast | ₹400 |
| Colva Beach | Free |
| Sahakari Spice Village - guided plantation tour | ₹350 |
| Martin's Corner sister café - seaside lunch | ₹800 |
| Mobor Beach - paddleboard rental / glass-bottom boat | ₹500 |
| Betalbatim village / toddy shop snacks | ₹200 |
| Cavelossim Beach - shoreline walk | Free |
| Rivona Waterfront Café - dinner | ₹700 |
| Fisherman's Wharf (South Goa outpost) - nightcap / music | ₹500 |
| Estimated Total (per person) | ₹20870 |