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2-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Goa in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Old Goa
    30 minutes (10 miles) from Dabolim Airport

    Morning: Visit the Basilica of Bom Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest churches in Goa. Admire the Baroque architecture and the preserved body of St. Francis Xavier. Afterward, head to the Se Cathedral, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, to see the largest church in Goa and its golden bell.
    Afternoon: Visit the Museum of Christian Art, located in the Convent of Santa Monica, to see a collection of religious art from the 16th to the 20th century. Then, head to the Church of St. Cajetan, inspired by the St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.
    Evening: Visit the Fontainhas neighborhood, the Latin Quarter of Goa, to see the colorful Portuguese-style houses, and enjoy some live music and drinks at the local bars.

  2. Day 2: Anjuna Beach
    1 hour (20 miles) from Old Goa

    Morning: Visit the Anjuna Flea Market, held every Wednesday, to shop for souvenirs, clothes, and jewelry. Then, head to the St. Anthony's Chapel, a small chapel with beautiful interiors, and the Vagator Beach, a scenic beach with red cliffs and a freshwater spring.
    Afternoon: Enjoy some seafood at the Curlie's Beach Shack while enjoying the view of the Arabian Sea. Then, head to the Baga Beach, one of the most popular beaches in Goa, to sunbathe and swim.
    Evening: Take a walk on the Anjuna Beach, known for its flea market, nightlife, and hippie culture, and watch the sunset while sipping some coconut water.

Recommendations

Don't miss the Dudhsagar Waterfall, located in the Bhagwan Mahaveer Sanctuary and Mollem National Park, and the Fort Aguada, a well-preserved 17th-century Portuguese fort. Also, consider taking a day trip to the Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary, the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, or the Divar Island.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Basilica of Bom Jesus (1 hour, free)
  • Se Cathedral (1 hour, free)
  • Museum of Christian Art (1 hour, INR 5)
  • Church of St. Cajetan (30 minutes, free)
  • Fontainhas neighborhood (2 hours, free)
  • Anjuna Flea Market (2 hours, free)
  • St. Anthony's Chapel (30 minutes, free)
  • Vagator Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Curlie's Beach Shack (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Baga Beach (2 hours, free)

Total Estimated Costs: INR 505

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