Morning: Start your day with a breakfast of poi (Goan bread) and chorizo (spicy sausage) at Café Bhonsle. Then, take a stroll to the nearby Municipal Market for some fresh produce and spices for home cooking.
Afternoon: Head to Ritz Classic for their famous fish thali (a platter of various fish curries, rice, and accompaniments). After lunch, walk down to the 31st January Bakery for some local sweet treats like bebinca and dodol.
Evening: End your day with a sunset view and cocktails at the rooftop bar of Hotel Mandovi overlooking the Mandovi River.
Morning: Drive down to Colva Beach and have breakfast at Longuinho's, known for their delicious prawn curry and rice. After breakfast, relax at the beach and enjoy the view.
Afternoon: Head to Fisherman's Wharf in South Goa for fresh seafood, their must-try dishes include crab xec xec, prawn balchão, and recheado pomfret.
Evening: Enjoy the sunset view at Benaulim Beach while sipping on some refreshing cocktails at Johncy's Beach Shack.
Morning: Visit the Sahakari Spice Farm for a guided tour of their plantation and learn about various spices and their medicinal values. Enjoy a traditional Goan meal at their restaurant.
Afternoon: Head to Udupi Shri Krishna Temple for a thali lunch. Their thali consists of dishes like chana dal, rice, neer dosa, and more.
Evening: Head to Quepem and visit the Palácio do Deão, a 18th-century mansion turned into a restaurant. Try their fusion of Indian and Portuguese cuisine while admiring the stunning architecture.
Morning: Start your day with a breakfast of sanna (fermented idlis) and sorpotel (pork curry) at the iconic Café Xavier.
Afternoon: Head to Soro - The Village Pub for lunch and try their signature cocktails like the Viva Goa and the Soro Spritz. Don't forget to pair them with some Goan snacks like prawn rissois and beef croquettes.
Evening: End your trip with a visit to the Paul John Distillery for a tour of their whiskey-making process and a tasting of their award-winning single malts.
If you have some extra time, you can consider visiting the following places:
- Fontainhas in Panaji for a Portuguese-style neighborhood walk.
- Dudhsagar Falls for a scenic waterfall hike.
- Arambol Beach for a hippie vibe and live music.
- Spice Goa in Anjuna for a cooking class on local cuisine.
To maximize your fun, try renting a scooter to explore the local areas or book a sunset cruise to see the coastline from a different perspective.