4-Day Budget-Friendly Goa Itinerary: Pure Veg Beaches, Culture & Cuisine

Day 1: Beach and Market

Calangute, North Goa, India on May 12, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Chocolatti, Calangute

Start your day with a pure vegetarian breakfast offering fresh pastries, fruit bowls, and excellent coffee at this popular café open from 7:30am to 11am.
INR200, 1h0m

9:30am

Calangute Beach

Relax and enjoy the lively atmosphere and golden sands of Calangute Beach, perfect for swimming and sunbathing, accessible without any cost.
Free, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Garden Fresh Vegetarian Restaurant

Savor wholesome vegetarian Goan and Indian dishes at an affordable price near Calangute, open until 3pm.
INR300, 1h0m

2:00pm

Explore Anjuna Flea Market

Browse colorful stalls selling handicrafts and souvenirs. Though the main market is on Wednesdays, smaller stalls are open on weekends until late afternoon.
Free, 2h0m

4:30pm

Visit Chapora Fort

Hike up to Chapora Fort for stunning views of the Arabian Sea and Vagator Beach; entry is free, and the site is best visited before sunset.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Navtara Pure Veg

Enjoy an entirely pure vegetarian dinner with a variety of Indian and Goan vegetarian specialties in Calangute, open till 10pm.
INR350, 1h30m
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Day 2: Heritage and Culture

Old Goa, India on May 13, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Vinayak Family Restaurant (Pure Veg Section), Panaji

Start the day with traditional vegetarian Goan breakfast options in Panaji. The restaurant is open from 7:30am to 11am.
INR250, 1h0m

9:30am

Basilica of Bom Jesus

Visit this UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its baroque architecture and cultural importance; open 9am-6pm with free entry.
Free, 1h30m

11:15am

Se Cathedral

Admire the grandeur of one of Asia's largest churches featuring beautiful Gothic architecture, open till 6pm.
Free, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Sussar Vegetarian Restaurant

Relish delicious Goan and Indian vegetarian cuisine at budget-friendly prices in Panaji, open till 3pm.
INR350, 1h0m

2:00pm

Fontainhas Latin Quarter Walk

Explore colorful Portuguese-era streets, admire heritage architecture, and enjoy the quaint cafes; ideal for a leisurely cultural walk.
Free, 2h0m

5:00pm

Sunset Cruise on Mandovi River

Enjoy an affordable sunset boat cruise on the Mandovi River with cultural performances included, running from 5pm to 7pm; tickets cost around INR 300.
INR300, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Capitol Vegetarian Restaurant, Panaji

Savor pure vegetarian Indian dishes with Goan influences at this budget-friendly restaurant, open until 10:30pm.
INR400, 1h30m
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Day 3: South Goa Relaxation

Palolem Beach, South Goa, India on May 14, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Pink Floyd Café, Palolem

Enjoy a casual pure vegetarian breakfast with fresh juices and bakery items in a beachside setting; open from 7:30am.
INR200, 1h0m

9:30am

Palolem Beach

Spend a relaxing morning on this beautiful crescent-shaped beach known for clean sands and tranquil waters, perfect for a soothing swim and nature watching.
Free, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Bamboo Café Palolem

Delight in a purely vegetarian menu featuring fresh, healthy dishes with local and international flavors at affordable prices.
INR300, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Cabo de Rama Fort

Explore the historic fort offering breathtaking Arabian Sea views; the walk is easy and the fort open all day free of charge.
Free, 2h0m

5:00pm

Agonda Beach Sunset

Unwind at the quiet and less crowded Agonda Beach, ideal for soaking in the sunset and peaceful surroundings.
Free, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Shanti Veg Palolem

Choose from a variety of pure vegetarian Goan and Indian dishes in a budget-friendly, relaxed atmosphere.
INR350, 1h30m
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Day 4: City and Departure

Panaji, Goa, India on May 15, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Café Tato Panaji

Enjoy a classic pure vegetarian Goan breakfast of sannas and poi, along with tea or coffee, at this famous local spot open from 7am.
INR150, 1h0m

9:00am

Goa State Museum

Discover Goa’s history and culture with extensive exhibits in this affordable museum open 9am to 5pm, closed Mondays.
INR50, 2h0m

11:30am

Stroll at Miramar Beach

Relax with a peaceful walk on the sandy Miramar Beach near Panaji, perfect for some last-minute photo opportunities.
Free, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Spice Goa Pure Veg Restaurant

Have a fulfilling pure vegetarian Goan thali meal at reasonable prices before you depart, open till 3pm.
INR400, 1h0m
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