5-Day Relaxed Itinerary for Daman

  1. Day 1: Devka Beach
    10 minutes (4.5 km) from Daman Bus Station

    Nestled in the southern part of Daman, Devka Beach offers breathtaking sunset views surrounded by tall palm trees and a clear blue ocean. Visitors can enjoy swimming, sunbathing or a stroll along the sandy shore. You can also try local street food and souvenirs.

  2. Day 2: St. Jerome Fort
    6 minutes (2.9 km) from Devka Beach

    Located on the northern side of Daman Ganga River, St. Jerome Fort was built in the 17th century by the Portuguese. It offers a stunning view of the Arabian sea and Daman city. It includes an old church, a lighthouse, and a museum.

  3. Day 3: Jampore Beach
    15 minutes (7.5 km) from St. Jerome Fort

    Jampore Beach is a serene and clean beach with fewer crowds, couples can spend most of their time together. It has swaying coconut trees and water sports activities like Jet Ski, parasailing, and banana boat ride. Also, you can spot some rare migratory birds.

  4. Day 4: Dudhani Lake
    35 minutes (22.1 km) from Jampore Beach

    Dudhani Lake is a calm and peaceful lake located in the countryside surrounded by green-covered forests, you can enjoy a boat ride in the lake to admire the natural beauty or hike around the lake while listening to the chirping of the birds.

  5. Day 5: Basilica of Bom Jesus
    20 minutes (7.7 km) from Dudhani Lake

    The Basilica of Bom Jesus is a religious place housing the tomb of St. Francis Xavier decorated with baroque architecture. The church also showcases a wide range of artifacts collected over the years. Here, one can find peace with yourself while admiring the immense beauty of the interior.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Devka Beach (3 hours, Free)
  • St. Jerome Fort (2 hours, Free)
  • Jampore Beach (4 hours, Free)
  • Dudhani Lake (5 hours, Boat ride - INR 200 per hour per boat)
  • Basilica of Bom Jesus (2 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 400 (Boat ride)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can consider adding a trip to Mirasol Lake Garden, Our Lady of the Sea Church or a local market like Nani Daman Market for shopping. If you have less time, you can skip Dudhani lake and opt for other beaches like Chakratirth Beach or Gomatimata Beach.

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