3-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Goa

  1. Day 1: Explore Panaji
    30 minutes (12kms) from Goa International Airport

    Start the day at the beautiful Immaculate Conception Church and explore the UNESCO-listed Fontainhas neighborhood. Wander down to the charming Latin Quarter and enjoy the colorful houses and street art. Don't miss the famous statue of Mahatma Gandhi at Miramar Beach. End the day with a relaxing sunset at the famous Dona Paula.

  2. Day 2: Beach Day at Anjuna and Vagator
    30 minutes (15kms) from Panaji

    Visit the Anjuna Flea Market and haggle for bargains. Enjoy the serene Arabian Sea at Vagator Beach. Don't miss the iconic Chapora Fort, made famous by a popular Bollywood movie. End the day with a vibrant nightlife scene at some of the most happening bars in Anjuna.

  3. Day 3: Dudhsagar Waterfalls and a Spice Plantation Tour
    2 hours (70kms) from Vagator Beach

    Start early with a drive to the majestic Dudhsagar Waterfalls located on the border of Goa and Karnataka. Take a refreshing dip in the water and hike to the top for some breathtaking views. After a morning of adventure, head to a local spice plantation for a guided tour and traditional Goan lunch.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Immaculate Conception Church (1 hour, free)
  • Fontainhas and Latin Quarter exploration (2 hours, free)
  • Miramar Beach (1 hour, free)
  • Dona Paula (1 hour, free)
  • Anjuna Flea Market (2 hours, free)
  • Vagator Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Chapora Fort (1 hour, free)
  • Dudhsagar Waterfalls (4 hours, INR 400 for entrance fee and Jeep ride)
  • Spice Plantation Tour (3 hours, INR 400 including lunch)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 800

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the quaint villages of Divar and Aldona, and the pulsating nightlife of Baga Beach. If you have less time, skip the spice plantation tour and visit the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary instead. Keep in mind that Goa can get very crowded during peak tourist season and prices for accommodations and activities may vary.

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