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6-Day Budget Itinerary for Goa in September 2023

  1. Day 1: Visit the Beaches of North Goa
    1 hour (18.9 km) from Dabolim Airport

    Start your day with the famous beaches of North Goa. Visit the Baga Beach, Calangute Beach and Anjuna Beach. With a wide variety of water sports and shacks providing delicious seafood, you can spend the entire day here. In the evening, visit the Saturday Night Market in Arpora, where you can shop for souvenirs, clothes and accessories.

  2. Day 2: Old Goa Churches and Fort Aguada
    1 hour (20 km) from Calangute Beach

    In the morning, explore the historic churches of Old Goa, including the Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral. After lunch, head to Fort Aguada, which offers a magnificent view of the Arabian Sea. End your day with a visit to the Vagator Beach to witness a beautiful sunset.

  3. Day 3: Dudhsagar Waterfalls and Spice Plantations
    2 hours (78.8 km) from Vagator Beach

    Take a day trip to the Dudhsagar Waterfalls, one of the highest waterfalls in India. After that, head to a spice plantation to learn about the various spices and herbs used in Goan cuisine. You can also enjoy a traditional Goan meal here.

  4. Day 4: Visit the Temples and Churches of South Goa
    1 hour 15 minutes (40 km) from Dudhsagar Waterfalls

    In the morning, visit the Shri Manguesh Temple and the Shanta Durga Temple. After lunch, visit the Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church in Panaji. End your day with a visit to the Colva Beach to relax and enjoy the sunset.

  5. Day 5: Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary and the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
    1 hour 45 minutes (55 km) from Colva Beach

    Start your day with a visit to the Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary, where you can see various animals and birds, including the Indian Bison, Sloth Bear and Panther. After that, head to the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, which is home to a large number of migratory birds. End your day with a visit to the Miramar Beach.

  6. Day 6: Visit the Reis Magos Fort and Dona Paula Viewpoint
    45 minutes (17 km) from Miramar Beach

    In the morning, visit the Reis Magos Fort, which offers a panoramic view of the Mandovi River. After that, head to the Dona Paula Viewpoint, which is a popular spot for tourists to watch the sunset. End your day with a visit to the Casino Royale, where you can try your luck at the various games.

Recommendations

Other places to consider visiting include the Tito's Lane, Palolem Beach, and the Naval Aviation Museum. For a side trip, you can take a ferry to the picturesque Divar Island. To maximize your fun, try the local seafood and attend a traditional Goan music and dance performance.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Baga Beach (4 hours, Free)
  • Old Goa Churches (4 hours, Free)
  • Fort Aguada (2 hours, Free)
  • Dudhsagar Waterfalls (6 hours, INR 1,500)
  • Shri Manguesh Temple and Shanta Durga Temple (3 hours, Free)
  • Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church (1 hour, Free)
  • Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary (5 hours, INR 100)
  • Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary (3 hours, INR 10)
  • Reis Magos Fort (2 hours, Free)
  • Dona Paula Viewpoint (1 hour, Free)
  • Casino Royale (2 hours, INR 2,000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3,610

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