5-Day Family-Friendly Goa Itinerary for June 2023

  1. Day 1: Baga Beach and Fort Aguada
    16 minutes (6.5 km) from Goa International Airport

    Start your trip by visiting the popular Baga Beach that offers a variety of water sports and shacks. Then head to Fort Aguada built-in 1612 that offers a stunning view of the Mandovi River.

  2. Day 2: Dudhsagar Waterfalls and Spice Plantation
    2 hours 10 minutes (70 km) from Fort Aguada

    Visit the Dudhsagar Waterfalls, one of the tallest waterfalls in India surrounded by lush green forests. Afterward, head to the Spice Plantations to learn about different spices and enjoy a traditional Goan meal.

  3. Day 3: Basilica of Bom Jesus and Miramar Beach
    35 minutes (16 km) from Spice Plantation

    Start your day by visiting the Basilica of Bom Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its baroque architecture and the remains of St. Francis Xavier. In the evening, head to the Miramar Beach to enjoy a beautiful sunset.

  4. Day 4: Ancestral Goa and Dona Paula
    45 minutes (22 km) from Miramar Beach

    Visit Ancestral Goa, a museum that showcases the Goan way of life and art or take a boat ride and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Arabian sea at Dona Paula.

  5. Day 5: Goa State Museum and Divar Island
    25 minutes (9 km) from Ancestral Goa

    Visit the Goa State Museum to learn about Goa's rich history, culture, and lifestyle. Take a short ferry ride to visit Divar Island for a peaceful experience away from the buzzing city.

Time and Costs estimates

  • Baga Beach (2 hours) - Free
  • Fort Aguada (1 hour) - Free
  • Dudhsagar Waterfalls (4 hours) - INR 400 per person
  • Spice Plantations (2 hours) - INR 500 per person
  • Basilica of Bom Jesus (1 hour) - Free
  • Miramar Beach (2 hours) - Free
  • Ancestral Goa (2 hours) - INR 300 per person
  • Dona Paula (2 hours) - Free
  • Goa State Museum (2 hours) - INR 10 per person
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1410 per person

Useful tips:

If you have more time, consider visiting the famous casinos, the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, and the mangrove forest on Chorao Island. Alternatively, if you have less time, you can skip visiting Ancestral Goa and Divar Island.

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