5-Day Goa Itinerary

1. Day 1: Old Goa and Panaji
   25 minutes (10.8 km) from Goa International Airport

   Explore the historical churches and cathedrals in Old Goa, such as the Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral. Head to Panaji for lunch and visit the Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception and the well-known Miramar Beach.

2. Day 2: Dudhsagar Falls and Spice Plantations
   1 hour 30 minutes (62.5 km) from Panaji

   Take a guided tour through the lush spice plantations and learn about the cultivation of coffee, cardamom and vanilla. Enjoy a traditional Goan lunch before heading to Dudhsagar Falls, one of the tallest waterfalls in India.

3. Day 3: North Goa Beaches
   1 hour (33.3 km) from Dudhsagar Falls

   Explore beautiful beaches such as Calangute, Baga and Anjuna. Enjoy water sports, beach shacks and the local markets.

4. Day 4: South Goa Churches and Beaches
   1 hour 10 minutes (34.5 km) from North Goa Beaches

   Visit the Shri Mangueshi Temple and the Church of the Holy Spirit before heading to the quieter beaches of South Goa including Colva and Palolem.

5. Day 5: Fontainhas Heritage Walk and Street Food
   30 minutes (10.5 km) from South Goa Beaches

   Take a walking tour of the Portuguese area of Panjim – Fontainhas. Stroll through the streets of vividly painted houses and get a glimpse of the old-world charm of Goa. Sample the sumptuous street food like vada pao, fish curry and bebinca.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Basilica of Bom Jesus (2 hours, free)
• Se Cathedral (2 hours, free)
• Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception (1 hour, free)
• Miramar Beach (2 hours, free)
• Spice Plantations (4 hours, INR 800 per person)
• Dudhsagar Falls (4 hours, INR 400 per person)
• North Goa Beaches (6 hours, free/extra cost for water sports)
• Shri Mangueshi Temple (1 hour, free)
• Church of the Holy Spirit (1 hour, free)
• South Goa Beaches (6 hours, free/extra cost for water sports)
• Fontainhas Heritage Walk (2 hours, free)
• Street Food (1 hour, INR 200 per person)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 1400 per person

Useful Tips

For those with extra time, visit the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary in Chorão or take a sunset cruise. If time is tight, consider skipping South Goa or Dudhsagar Falls. Beware of the crowds on weekends and public holidays.