Ultimate 4-Day Goa Itinerary: Beaches, Culture & Cuisine

Day 1: North Goa Beaches

Calangute, Goa on May 19, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Infantaria, Calangute

Enjoy a delicious breakfast with freshly brewed coffee and Goan pastries like Bebinca in this popular bakery open from 7am to 10pm.
INR400, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Calangute Beach

Relax and enjoy the sun on one of Goa's largest and most vibrant beaches, perfect for swimming and beach sports.
Free, 2h0m

11:30am

Shopping at Calangute Market

Explore the local market for souvenirs, handicrafts, and trendy beachwear open until 7pm.
Variable, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Souza Lobo Beach Shack

Savor authentic Goan seafood including fish curry and prawn balchao right on the beach, serving from 12pm to 9pm.
INR1200, 1h30m

3:00pm

Visit Baga Beach

Enjoy water sports or just relax by the shore at the lively Baga Beach, open all day.
Variable (water sports extra), 2h0m

6:00pm

Sunset at Fort Aguada

Watch the stunning sunset with panoramic views of the Arabian Sea atop Fort Aguada, open until sunset.
INR25, 1h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at Vinayak Family Restaurant

End your day with traditional Goan dishes like pork sorpotel and sannas in a local favourite, open until 11pm.
INR1000, 1h30m
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Day 2: South Goa Heritage

Margao, Goa on May 20, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Inn, Margao

Start with a hearty breakfast featuring Goan poi bread and omelette, open from 7am to 11am.
INR350, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Cabo de Rama Fort

Explore this historic Portuguese fort with stunning cliffs and sea views, open from 9am to 5pm.
Free, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Fisherman’s Wharf, Cavelossim

Enjoy fresh seafood in riverside ambiance with live music, open from 12pm to 11pm.
INR1500, 1h30m

2:00pm

Relax at Colva Beach

Spend a few hours at calm and less crowded Colva Beach, ideal for peaceful walks.
Free, 2h0m

5:00pm

Visit Our Lady of Mercy Church

Admire the 17th-century baroque architecture of this prominent church in Margao, open until 6pm.
Free, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Mum’s Kitchen, Panaji

Taste authentic Goan cuisine served in an elegant setting, open until 10pm.
INR1300, 1h30m
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Day 3: Adventure & Water Sports

Calangute, Goa on May 21, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Café Chocolatti, Calangute

Relish fresh pastries and strong coffee at this charming café, open from 7am to 10pm.
INR500, 1h0m

9:00am

Water Sports at Calangute Beach

Try parasailing, jet skiing, or windsurfing with operators open from 9am to 5pm.
INR1500+, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Britto’s, Baga Beach

Enjoy freshly grilled seafood and cocktails at this iconic beach shack, open 9am to midnight.
INR1200, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit the Anjuna Flea Market

Shop for bohemian clothes, jewellery, and souvenirs open till evening on Wednesdays and Sundays.
Variable, 2h0m

4:30pm

Relax at Vagator Beach

Experience the peaceful cliffs and sunset views at Vagator Beach, open all day.
Free, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Thalassa, Vagator

Savor Greek cuisine combined with Goan vibe and stunning sunset views, open till midnight.
INR1600, 1h30m
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Day 4: Relax and Culture

Panaji, Goa on May 22, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at V6 Café, Panaji

Enjoy a blend of Goan and Konkani breakfast items with fresh juices, open from 7am to 12pm.
INR400, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Fontainhas Latin Quarter

Walk through the quaint colonial streets filled with vibrant buildings and art galleries, open all day.
Free, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Ritz Classic, Panaji

Perfect place to taste Goan fish thali, open till 3pm.
INR900, 1h0m

2:00pm

Spa at Sohum Spa

Relax with a signature Ayurvedic massage and wellness treatments, open 10am to 8pm; advisable to book in advance.
INR2500, 2h0m

5:00pm

River Cruise on Mandovi River

End your trip with a scenic sunset cruise highlighting local music and dance, cruises operate 4pm to 7pm.
INR800, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Gunpowder, Assagao

Relish South Indian coastal cuisine in a quaint Goan house, open till 10:30pm.
INR1400, 1h30m
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