6-Day Itinerary for Goa in September 2023

  1. Day 1: Calangute Beach
    1 hour (23 km) from Goa International Airport

    Take a dip in the Arabian sea and enjoy the famous beach shacks around Calangute Beach, which is known as the 'Queen of the Beaches' in Goa.

  2. Day 2: Basilica of Bom Jesus
    50 minutes (22 km) from Calangute Beach

    Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, Basilica of Bom Jesus, which is famous for its baroque architecture and contains the relics of Saint Francis Xavier.

  3. Day 3: Dudhsagar Falls
    1 hour 30 minutes (62 km) from Basilica of Bom Jesus

    Witness the majestic Dudhsagar Falls, which is one of the tallest waterfalls in India and is surrounded by lush green forests and a railway bridge.

  4. Day 4: Anjuna Flea Market
    1 hour (20 km) from Dudhsagar Falls

    Explore the vibrant Anjuna Flea Market, which is held every Wednesday and is famous for its local handicrafts, spices, and traditional clothes.

  5. Day 5: Fort Aguada
    30 minutes (9 km) from Anjuna Flea Market

    Visit the 17th-century Portuguese fort, Fort Aguada, which was built to protect against Dutch and Maratha invasions and offers stunning views of the Arabian Sea.

  6. Day 6: Palolem Beach
    1 hour 30 minutes (70 km) from Fort Aguada

    Relax at the picturesque Palolem Beach, which is surrounded by coconut palms and offers a tranquil atmosphere for swimming, sunbathing, and taking a boat ride to see dolphins.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Calangute Beach (1-3 hours, free)
  • Basilica of Bom Jesus (1-2 hours, ₹5 for Indian citizens, ₹100 for foreigners)
  • Dudhsagar Falls (2-3 hours, ₹20 for Indian citizens, ₹300 for foreigners)
  • Anjuna Flea Market (2-3 hours, free)
  • Fort Aguada (1-2 hours, ₹25 for Indian citizens, ₹300 for foreigners)
  • Palolem Beach (2-3 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹350 for Indian citizens, ₹800 for foreigners
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