3-Day Cultural and Beach Escape in Goa from Bangalore

Day 1: Arrival and Panaji Sightseeing

Panaji, Goa, India on May 15, 2025

7:00am

Departure from Bangalore to Goa via flight

Board an early morning flight from Bangalore to Goa to maximize your day. Flights typically take around 1.5 hours.
INR3000, 1h30m

9:00am

Breakfast at Venite Bar and Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional Goan breakfast featuring local dishes like poi bread and bebinca in this historic venue known for its charming ambience.
INR300, 1h

10:30am

Walk through Latin Quarter (Fontainhas)

Explore the colourful Portuguese-style houses and narrow streets of Fontainhas, Panaji’s Latin Quarter, showcasing Goan heritage and architecture.
Free, 1h30m

12:30pm

Visit Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception

This iconic white church with a stunning baroque facade is a must-see religious landmark in Panaji.
Free, 45m

1:30pm

Lunch at Mum’s Kitchen

Relish authentic Goan cuisine including seafood dishes and traditional curries in this popular Panaji restaurant open daily from 12pm to 3:30pm.
INR600, 1h

3:00pm

Relax at Miramar Beach

Spend the afternoon relaxing on Miramar Beach, close to Panaji city, perfect for a quiet stroll or watching the Arabian Sea sunset.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Fisherman’s Wharf

Dine on Goan coastal cuisine and fresh seafood with live music in this vibrant restaurant located near Panaji, open from 12pm to 11pm.
INR800, 1h30m
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Day 2: Explore Old Goa and Dona Paula

Old Goa and Dona Paula, Goa, India on May 16, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Bodega

Start your day with fresh pastries and coffee in this quaint café located in Panaji, open from 7am to 11am.
INR250, 1h

9:30am

Visit Basilica of Bom Jesus

Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site known for its baroque architecture and the tomb of St. Francis Xavier, open 9am to 5:30pm.
INR40, 1h

11:00am

Tour Se Cathedral

See one of the largest churches in Asia, famed for its golden bell and impressive interiors, open 9am to 5pm.
Free, 45m

12:00pm

Lunch at Mum’s Kitchen (Old Goa)

Enjoy more Goan delicacies in this trusted eatery before heading to Dona Paula.
INR600, 1h

1:30pm

Visit Dona Paula Viewpoint

Admire panoramic views of the Mandovi River and Arabian Sea, a romantic spot close to Panaji.
Free, 1h

3:00pm

Relax at Miramar or Dona Paula Beach

Enjoy the beautiful beaches with less crowd for a relaxing afternoon.
Free, 2h

6:30pm

Dinner at Martin’s Corner

Experience authentic Goan seafood and lively atmosphere famous with locals and tourists alike, open till 11pm.
INR900, 1h30m
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Day 3: Beaches and Return

Palolem Beach, Goa, India on May 17, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast at hotel or local café

Have a light breakfast to start your day before the journey to Palolem.
INR250, 45m

8:00am

Travel to Palolem Beach

Leave Panaji early and drive approximately 2.5 hours south to Palolem, one of Goa’s most beautiful beaches.
INR1200 (cab fare approx.), 2h30m

10:30am

Relax and Swim at Palolem Beach

Enjoy the scenic crescent-shaped beach renowned for its calm waters and lined with palm trees, perfect for swimming and sunbathing.
Free, 3h

1:30pm

Lunch at Art Resort Café

Enjoy fresh seafood and organic meals while overlooking Palolem Beach, open 9am to 6pm.
INR700, 1h

2:30pm

Depart for Goa Airport

Head back to Goa International Airport for your evening flight to Bangalore, allowing 2.5 hours for travel and check-in.
INR1200, 2h30m

6:30pm

Flight back to Bangalore

Catch your return flight from Goa to Bangalore, concluding your refreshing Goan holiday.
INR3000, 1h30m
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