5 Days Itinerary for Goa

1. Day 1: Basilica of Bom Jesus
   15 minutes (6.9 km) from Dabolim Airport

   Explore the UNESCO world heritage site of Basilica of Bom Jesus known for its baroque architecture and the tomb of St. Francis Xavier.

2. Day 2: Dudhsagar Falls
   1 hour 30 minutes (66.6 km) from Basilica of Bom Jesus

   Take an adventurous jungle trek to the majestic Dudhsagar Falls, one of India's tallest waterfalls.

3. Day 3: Fort Aguada
   1 hour (19.6 km) from Dudhsagar Falls

   Visit the 17th-century Portuguese fort and lighthouse of Fort Aguada for scenic views of the Arabian Sea.

4. Day 4: Anjuna Beach
   40 minutes (18.8 km) from Fort Aguada

   Relax on the picturesque Anjuna Beach with its shoreline flea market and lively atmosphere.

5. Day 5: Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
   1 hour 10 minutes (35.2 km) from Anjuna Beach

   Explore the mangrove habitat of over 400 species of birds including kingfishers, egrets, and herons.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Basilica of Bom Jesus (1 hour, free)
• Dudhsagar Falls (5 hours, INR 400 per person for trek)
• Fort Aguada (1.5 hours, INR 25 for Indian nationals, INR 300 for foreigners)
• Anjuna Beach (3 hours, free)
• Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary (2 hours, INR 20 for Indian nationals, INR 100 for foreigners)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 545 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a day to explore the spice plantations or the fontainhas neighborhood in Panaji. For less time, skip the bird sanctuary and spend an extra day at the beach. Avoid visiting Dudhsagar Falls during monsoon season (June to October) when it may be closed.