A 3-Day Itinerary for Goa in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Visit Fort Aguada
    30 minutes (10.4 miles) from Dabolim Airport

    Fort Aguada is a 17th-century Portuguese fort located on Sinquerim Beach. The fort has a lighthouse that provides a spectacular view of the Arabian Sea. The fort also has a fresh water spring that provided water to the ships that stopped by during the Portuguese era. You can see the remains of the barracks and the prison cells inside the fort.

  2. Day 2: Visit Basilica of Bom Jesus
    42 minutes (17.3 miles) from Fort Aguada

    The Basilica of Bom Jesus is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the most famous churches in Goa. It contains the tomb and mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier, a Jesuit missionary who came to India in the 16th century. The baroque architecture of the church is breathtaking. The church is open from 9:00 am to 6:30 pm every day except Sunday, when it opens at 10:30 am.

  3. Day 3: Visit Dudhsagar Falls
    1 hour and 42 minutes (42.1 miles) from Basilica of Bom Jesus

    Dudhsagar Falls is a four-tiered waterfall located on the Mandovi River. It is one of the highest waterfalls in India and is surrounded by lush green forests. The waterfall is a popular destination for trekking and swimming. The best time to visit the waterfall is during the monsoon season when the waterfall is in full flow. The waterfall is open from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm every day.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Fort Aguada (1-2 hours, ₹200)
  • Basilica of Bom Jesus (1-2 hours, ₹50)
  • Dudhsagar Falls (3-4 hours, ₹400)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹650
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