3-Day Adventure from Surat to Goa: Beaches, Culture & Cuisine

Day 1: Travel and Arrival

Surat to Goa, India on May 13, 2025

6:00AM

Departure from Surat

Start your journey early morning by train or road to maximize your time in Goa. The train journey takes approximately 11-12 hours, and road travel can take about 10-12 hours by car or bus.
INR 500-1000, 11h0m

6:00PM

Check-in at Goa Hotel

Check into your hotel or beach shack in North Goa for easy access to popular beaches and nightlife.
INR 1500-3000, 0h30m

7:00PM

Dinner at Fisherman’s Wharf, Panaji

Enjoy Goan seafood and local dishes like fish curry rice in a lively beachfront setting, open till 11PM.
INR 600-1200, 1h30m
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Day 2: Beaches & Culture

North Goa, India on May 14, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at Café Bodega, Panaji

Start your day with continental breakfast and fresh coffee at this charming café, open from 7AM.
INR 300-500, 1h

9:30AM

Visit Fort Aguada

Explore this 17th-century Portuguese fort with spectacular views of the Arabian Sea, open from 8AM to 6PM.
INR 50, 1h

11:00AM

Relax at Candolim Beach

Spend the late morning enjoying the sun and waves at one of Goa’s quieter, pristine beaches. Beach access is free.
Free, 2h

1:00PM

Lunch at Gunpowder, Assagao

Taste authentic South Indian coastal flavors like Kerala fish curry in a lush, garden setting, open till 3PM.
INR 400-700, 1h

2:30PM

Explore Mapusa Market

Browse vibrant local markets famous for spices, handicrafts and souvenirs; open till 6PM on weekdays.
Free to browse, 1h30m

5:00PM

Sunset at Chapora Fort

Catch spectacular sunset views over the Vagator beach from this scenic fort, open till 6PM.
Free, 1h

8:00PM

Dinner at Thalassa, Vagator

Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine with wonderful sunset views and vibrant ambiance, open till midnight.
INR 800-1500, 2h
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Day 3: South Goa & Return

South Goa, India on May 15, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast at Martin’s Corner, Betalbatim

Renowned for Goan seafood breakfasts and relaxed vibes, open from 7:30AM.
INR 400-700, 1h

9:00AM

Relax at Palolem Beach

Famous for scenic crescent-shaped beach, great for swimming and kayaking, open all day.
Free, 2h

11:30AM

Visit Cabo De Rama Fort

Visit this historical fort with panoramic views of the Arabian Sea; open 8AM to 6PM.
Free, 1h

1:00PM

Lunch at Fisherman’s Wharf, Cavelossim

Enjoy fresh seafood in a cozy setting by the river, open till 4PM.
INR 600-1200, 1h

3:00PM

Return Journey to Surat

Begin your return trip to Surat by road or train, planning an overnight journey to arrive the next day.
INR 500-1000, 10-12h
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