5-Day City Experience Itinerary in Goa for June 2023

  1. Day 1: Panaji
    30 minutes (13.6 km) from Goa International Airport

    Explore the capital city of Goa, its colorful buildings, and Portuguese-style architecture. Visit the Basilica of Bom Jesus, a 17th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Fontainhas neighborhood, famous for its vibrant colors and art galleries.

  2. Day 2: Old Goa
    20 minutes (9.3 km) from Panaji

    Discover the history of Old Goa by visiting the Se Cathedral, the largest church in Asia, and the Chapel of St. Francis Xavier, where lies the mummified remains of the patron saint of Goa. Stroll around the ancient ruins of St. Augustine Tower and the Bom Jesus Basilica Museum.

  3. Day 3: Margao
    30 minutes (20.5 km) from Old Goa

    Experience the bustling city of Margao, famous for its markets and Indian snacks. Visit the Monte Hill and enjoy the panoramic views of the city. Discover the Hindu temple of Shri Mangeshi and the Church of the Holy Spirit, an impressive Baroque-style church.

  4. Day 4: Ponda
    20 minutes (11.7 km) from Margao

    Explore the countryside of Goa and the Hindu temples of Ponda. Visit the Shri Mahalasa Narayani Temple, dedicated to the goddess of power, and the Shri Ramnathi Temple, dedicated to Lord Rama. Take a stroll around the Sahakari Spice Farm and learn about the different spices used in Indian cuisine.

  5. Day 5: Anjuna
    40 minutes (20.1 km) from Ponda

    Relax on the beach of Anjuna, famous for its hippie culture and night markets. Visit the Anjuna Flea Market, where you can find handicrafts, clothes, and jewelry. Take a dip in the Vagator Beach or enjoy the view from the Chapora Fort.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Basilica of Bom Jesus (1 hour, free)
  • Fontainhas (2 hours, free)
  • Se Cathedral (1 hour, free)
  • Chapel of St. Francis Xavier (30 minutes, free)
  • Bom Jesus Basilica Museum (1 hour, INR 5)
  • Monte Hill (1 hour, free)
  • Shri Mangeshi Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Church of the Holy Spirit (30 minutes, free)
  • Shri Mahalasa Narayani Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Shri Ramnathi Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Sahakari Spice Farm (1.5 hours, INR 400 for a guided tour)
  • Anjuna Flea Market (2 hours, free)
  • Vagator Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Chapora Fort (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 405
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