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7-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Goa in March 2024

  1. Day 1: Anjuna Beach
    1 hour (18.5 miles) from Goa International Airport

    In the morning, enjoy the colorful flea market. In the afternoon, relax on the beach. In the evening, try a seafood dinner at one of the shacks.

  2. Day 2: Old Goa
    1 hour (17.5 miles) from Anjuna Beach

    In the morning, visit the Basilica of Bom Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the afternoon, explore the Se Cathedral and St. Augustine's Tower. In the evening, enjoy a sunset cruise on the Mandovi River.

  3. Day 3: Dudhsagar Falls
    2 hours (39.5 miles) from Old Goa

    In the morning, take a scenic train ride through the Western Ghats to the falls. In the afternoon, swim and sunbathe. In the evening, camp under the stars.

  4. Day 4: Palolem Beach
    2 hours (44 miles) from Dudhsagar Falls

    In the morning, rent a kayak or paddleboard to explore the coastline. In the afternoon, take a boat ride to see dolphins. In the evening, dine on fresh seafood at one of the beachfront restaurants.

  5. Day 5: Spice Plantations
    1 hour 30 minutes (34.5 miles) from Palolem Beach

    In the morning, take a guided tour of the spice gardens. In the afternoon, enjoy a traditional Goan meal. In the evening, attend a cultural performance.

  6. Day 6: Fontainhas
    1 hour (18 miles) from Spice Plantations

    In the morning, stroll through the picturesque Latin Quarter. In the afternoon, visit the St. Sebastian Chapel and the Our Lady of Immaculate Conception Church. In the evening, have a drink at a local bar.

  7. Day 7: Baga Beach
    45 minutes (9 miles) from Fontainhas

    In the morning, take a dip in the Arabian Sea. In the afternoon, shop at the Tibetan Market. In the evening, enjoy live music and dancing at a beach party.

Recommendations

Other local attractions to consider include the Reis Magos Fort and the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary. Side trips could include a visit to the nearby state of Karnataka or a day trip to the Portuguese-ruled territory of Daman and Diu. To maximize your fun, try to sample the local cuisine and attend a festival. For example, Holi, the festival of colors, usually falls in March. Finally, don't forget to bargain when shopping and use public transportation to save money.

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