5-Day Itinerary for Exploring Goa from Mumbai

  1. Day 1: Fort Aguada and Sinquerim Beach
    14.8 miles (1 hour 10 minutes) from Goa International Airport

    Visit the beautiful 17th-century Portuguese fort, Fort Aguada, which once guarded the old Portuguese colony form enemy attacks. After exploring the fort, head down to the nearby Sinquerim Beach, a lovely stretch of sand with clear water perfect for swimming or sunbathing.

  2. Day 2: Anjuna Market and Beach
    7.9 miles (28 minutes) from Fort Aguada

    Visit the lively Anjuna Beach and its famous Wednesday flea market. The market offers a range of artifacts, clothes, jewelry, and handicrafts from all over Goa. After that, relax at the beach and enjoy the scenic views.

  3. Day 3: Basilica of Bom Jesus and Miramar Beach
    16.4 miles (1 hour 30 minutes) from Anjuna Beach

    Visit the stunning 16th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Basilica of Bom Jesus, which houses the tomb of St. Francis Xavier. Afterwards, head towards the nearby Miramar Beach, a popular picnic spot where you can enjoy the scenic view of the Arabian Sea.

  4. Day 4: Dudhsagar Waterfalls and Spice Plantation Tour
    42.5 miles (2 hours 30 minutes) from Miramar Beach

    Experience an exhilarating day trip to the stunning Dudhsagar Waterfalls, one of the highest waterfalls in India and surrounded by a lush green forest. After that, explore the spice plantation tour to learn about the various spices and herbs used in Indian cuisine.

  5. Day 5: Morjim Beach and Chapora Fort
    20.1 miles (55 minutes) from Spice Plantation Tour

    Visit the picturesque Morjim Beach - famous for its varied species of birds and Olive Ridley Turtles. After that, proceed to the nearby Chapora Fort, famously known for the iconic scene from Bollywood movie Dil Chahta Hai. Enjoy the scenic sunset view from the fort.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Fort Aguada (1 hour, free)
  • Sinquerim Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Anjuna Market (3 hours, varies)
  • Anjuna Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Basilica of Bom Jesus (2 hours, free)
  • Miramar Beach (1 hour, free)
  • Dudhsagar Waterfalls (6-7 hours, varies)
  • Spice Plantation Tour (2 hours, varies)
  • Morjim Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Chapora Fort (1 hour, free)

  • Total Estimated Costs: Varies as per individual choices.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, head over to South Goa for exploring the Dona Paula Beach and the Cabo de Rama Fort. On the other hand, if you have less time, you can skip the Dudhsagar Waterfalls and opt for experiencing the night-life in the lively Tito's Lane of Baga Beach.

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