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7-Day Itinerary for Goa in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Palolem Beach
    1 hour 30 minutes (40 miles) from Goa International Airport

    Morning: Take an early morning stroll along Palolem Beach and watch the sunrise.

    Afternoon: Visit Butterfly Beach for a picnic lunch and snorkelling.

    Evening: Head to Tubki Nature Reserve to watch the sunset and spot some exotic birds.

  2. Day 2: Dudhsagar Falls
    2 hours (47 miles) from Palolem Beach

    Morning: Enjoy a scenic drive to the Dudhsagar Falls and take a dip in the refreshing water.

    Afternoon: Visit the Tambdi Surla Temple, a 12th-century Shiva temple tucked away in the forest.

    Evening: Head back to Palolem Beach for some seafood dinner and live music at one of the beach shacks.

  3. Day 3: Fort Aguada
    1 hour 20 minutes (32 miles) from Palolem Beach

    Morning: Drive to Fort Aguada and explore the Portuguese fort and lighthouse.

    Afternoon: Visit the nearby Sinquerim Beach for some water sports and beachside lunch.

    Evening: Head to the Coco Beach for a boat ride and dolphin spotting.

  4. Day 4: Anjuna Flea Market
    1 hour 20 minutes (33 miles) from Fort Aguada

    Morning: Visit the Anjuna Flea Market and browse through the stalls selling everything from clothes to souvenirs.

    Afternoon: Head to Vagator Beach for some seafood lunch and enjoy the scenic beauty of the surrounding cliffs.

    Evening: Visit the Chapora Fort for a panoramic view of the sea and sunset.

  5. Day 5: Basilica of Bom Jesus
    1 hour 30 minutes (38 miles) from Anjuna Flea Market

    Morning: Visit the Basilica of Bom Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and learn about the rich history of Christianity in Goa.

    Afternoon: Visit the nearby Goa State Museum and learn about the indigenous culture and history of Goa.

    Evening: Relax at Miramar Beach and enjoy a sunset view.

  6. Day 6: Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
    1 hour 20 minutes (30 miles) from Basilica of Bom Jesus

    Morning: Visit the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary and explore the tropical mangrove forests and lagoons.

    Afternoon: Visit the nearby Reis Magos Fort and learn about the Portuguese colonial rule in Goa.

    Evening: Head to the nearby Panaji Market for some souvenir shopping and street food.

  7. Day 7: Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary
    1 hour 20 minutes (36 miles) from Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary

    Morning: Visit the Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary and watch the varied wildlife in their natural habitat.

    Afternoon: Visit the nearby Cabo de Rama Fort and enjoy the panoramic view of the sea.

    Evening: Head back to Palolem Beach for a farewell dinner and live music.

Recommendations

Other attractions worth considering are the Mahadev Temple in Tambdi Surla, the Aguada Jail, and the Chorla Ghat. For side trips, you can consider a trip to the neighbouring state of Karnataka to visit the Gokarna Beach and Om Beach. To maximize your fun, rent a bike or scooter to explore Goa at your own pace. Do not miss out on trying the Goan cuisine, especially the seafood. You can find hotels and flights on trip.tp.st.

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