Morning: Visit Margao Market, a vibrant local market that offers an exotic range of fresh produce, seafood, spices, and homemade sweets. The market has been serving the locals for more than a century and is a perfect place to start your foodie adventure. Try some Goan sausage and bebinca, a traditional Goan dessert.
Afternoon: Head to Fisherman's Wharf in Salcette, a seafood restaurant that offers a stunning view of the river. Try their tandoori prawns and lobster thermidor.
Evening: End your day with a relaxed dinner at Martin's Corner in Betalbatim. The restaurant offers authentic Goan cuisine and seafood. Try their fish curry and sorpotel, a spicy pork dish.
Morning: Drive to Dudhsagar Plantation, a spice plantation that offers a guided tour of the farm. You will get to see a wide range of spices such as cardamom, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. The tour also includes a traditional Goan breakfast made from the produce of the plantation.
Afternoon: On your way back, stop at The Verandah at The Leela Goa in Cavelossim. The restaurant offers a range of cuisines, but their Goan thali is a must-try. It includes rice, fish curry, xacuti, aloo gobi, salad, pickle, and papad.
Evening: Head to Tambdi Surla Temple, an ancient Shiva temple hidden in the forest. The temple is more than 900 years old and is a beautiful example of Kadamba-Yadava architecture. There are no restaurants nearby, so carry some snacks with you.
Morning: Start your day with some breakfast at Dropadi in Chaudi. The restaurant offers a range of breakfast options, but their poi and bhaji is a must-try.
Afternoon: Head to Palolem Beach, a picturesque crescent-shaped beach fringed with coconut palms. There are plenty of beach shacks that offer a range of seafood and Goan cuisine. Try some kingfish, prawn curry, and feni, a traditional Goan drink.
Evening: End your day with some cocktails and dinner at The Fisherman's Wharf in Mobor. The restaurant offers a range of cocktails, but their feni cocktails are unique. Try their grilled fish and calamari.
If you have an extra day, explore the historic Old Goa and visit the Bom Jesus Basilica and Se Cathedral. You can also take a day trip to the spice farms in Ponda and Sahakari Spice Farm.
To maximize your fun, rent a scooter and explore the hidden gems of South Goa. You can also try some adventure sports like kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and snorkeling.