2-Day Itinerary for Goa

  1. Day 1: Fort Aguada & Beaches
    Drive time: 30 minutes (9.4 miles) from Goa International Airport

    Start your day with a visit to Fort Aguada, a Portuguese fort built in the 17th century. Take in the stunning views of the Arabian Sea and take a guided tour of the fort to learn about its history. Afterward, head to the nearby Sinquerim Beach to relax and soak up the sun. For lunch, try some fresh seafood and local specialties at the Cod Lovers Restaurant. In the afternoon, visit Baga Beach and enjoy water sports like parasailing or jet skiing. End the day with a beautiful sunset at Anjuna Beach and dinner at The Mango Tree Restaurant with live music.

  2. Day 2: Spice Plantations & Temples
    Drive time: 1 hour 10 minutes (24.5 miles) from Baga Beach

    Start your day with a visit to the Sahakari Spice Farm to learn about spices like vanilla, nutmeg, and cardamom from an experienced guide. Take a guided tour of the farm by elephant or on foot. For lunch, head to the nearby Mapusa Market and try some local street food like vada pav. Afterward, visit the Mangeshi Temple, a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. End your day with a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Basilica of Bom Jesus, a 16th-century Jesuit church that houses the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Fort Aguada (2 hours, INR 300)
  • Cod Lovers Restaurant (1 hour, INR 800)
  • Baga Beach (3 hours, INR 500 for water activities)
  • Anjuna Beach (2 hours, free)
  • The Mango Tree Restaurant (2 hours, INR 1000)
  • Sahakari Spice Farm (2 hours, INR 400 per person)
  • Mapusa Market (1 hour, prices vary)
  • Mangeshi Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Basilica of Bom Jesus (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 4000

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, consider visiting the Chapora Fort or Reis Magos Fort on day 1. For a more relaxed day, you can spend your time at the Calangute Beach and Miramar Beach instead of Baga Beach. On day 2, try a spice plantation tour at the Tropical Spice Plantation or visit the Shri Manguesh Temple instead of Mangeshi Temple. For the seafood lovers, head to Mum's Kitchen Restaurant in Panaji for a mouth-watering seafood platter.

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