7-Day North Goa Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Fort Aguada
    18 minutes (6.6 km) from Calangute Beach

    Visit the Fort Aguada, built-in 1612 to guard against Dutch and Marathas. It is now a popular tourist attraction with a fantastic view of the Arabian Sea.

  2. Day 2: Anjuna Beach
    25 minutes (9.8 km) from Fort Aguada

    Anjuna beach is a rocky beach known for its full-moon parties, bubble markets, and flea markets. It is a place often visited by artists and beach lovers.

  3. Day 3: Basilica of Bom Jesus
    35 minutes (20 km) from Anjuna Beach

    Basilica of Bom Jesus is a UNESCO World Heritage Site worth a visit. It is the place where the mortal remains of St Francis Xavier are kept.

  4. Day 4: Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
    30 minutes (11.9 km) from Basilica of Bom Jesus

    Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary is a beautiful place surrounded by mangrove swamps and home to several species of bird.

  5. Day 5: Reis Magos Fort
    20 minutes (10.6 km) from Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary

    Reis Magos Fort is a famous historical landmark overlooking the Mandovi River and offers a great view of the Panaji city.

  6. Day 6: Mandrem Beach
    29 minutes (15.2 km) from Reis Magos Fort

    Mandrem Beach is an isolated beach in North Goa that offers soothing serenity with its beautiful white sand. It is a perfect place to relax and unwind amidst the beauty of nature.

  7. Day 7: Chapora Fort
    14 minutes (6.7 km) from Mandrem Beach

    Chapora Fort, famous for its appearance in the Bollywood movie "Dil Chahta Hai", offers a beautiful view of the nearby beaches, river, and the Arabian Sea.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Fort Aguada (2 hours, ₹200)
  • Anjuna Beach (4 hours, Free)
  • Basilica of Bom Jesus (1 hour, ₹50)
  • Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary (2 hours, ₹200)
  • Reis Magos Fort (1 hour, ₹50)
  • Mandrem Beach (3 hours, Free)
  • Chapora Fort (1 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding accommodation and transportation): ₹550

Useful tips

If you have more time, you may want to add the following places to your itinerary:

  • Day 8: Divar Island
  • Day 9: Arvalem Caves
  • Day 10: Sinquerim Beach

If you have less time, you may want to skip the following places:

  • Day 4: Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
  • Day 6: Mandrem Beach
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