3-Day Goa Itinerary for Six: Beaches, Culture & Cuisine

Day 1: Culture and Sights

Panaji and Old Goa, India on June 19, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Bhonsle

Start your day with a hearty Goan breakfast including poi (local bread) and buns served with hot chai. This popular café in Panaji opens at 7:30am and is perfect for groups.
INR350 per person, 1h30m

9:30am

Visit Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage sites in Old Goa, famous for magnificent baroque architecture and significant Christian relics.
Free entry, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Mum’s Kitchen

Enjoy authentic Goan dishes such as Xacuti and Crab Curry in an ambient setting; open 12pm to 4pm and ideal for families or groups.
INR700 per person, 1h30m

2:00pm

Promenade in Panaji along the Mandovi River

Relax with a gentle walk by the riverfront and take in the lively street scenes and ferries.
Free, 1h

4:00pm

Visit the Goa State Museum

Learn about Goa’s history, art, and culture; museum open till 6pm, closed on Mondays.
INR30 per person, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Vinayak Family Restaurant

Sample fresh seafood and local delicacies in a friendly, casual environment. Opens until 10pm.
INR600 per person, 1h30m
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Day 2: North Goa Beaches

Calangute and Baga Beach, India on June 20, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Infantaria, Calangute

Enjoy freshly brewed coffee and Goan pastries in this lively café open from 7am to 11am.
INR300 per person, 1h

9:30am

Beach time at Calangute and Baga

Spend the morning relaxing or trying water sports such as parasailing and jet skiing, with many rental options available.
Water sports approx. INR1500 per person, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Souza Lobo

Dine on the beach with excellent seafood including Goan fish curry, open 12pm to 10pm.
INR700 per person, 1h30m

3:00pm

Visit Anjuna Flea Market

Shop for souvenirs and handicrafts in this open-air market that operates on Wednesdays; check for open days accordingly.
Free to browse, 1h30m

5:00pm

Sunset at Chapora Fort

Hike up to the fort to catch spectacular views of the Arabian Sea and nearby Vagator Beach, open till dusk.
Free, 1h30m

8:00pm

Dinner at Thalassa

Greek-style taverna popular for vibrant music, great Mediterranean food, and sunset views. Opens till late.
INR1000 per person, 2h
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Day 3: South Goa Relaxation

Palolem, India on June 21, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Magic Italy, Palolem

Start with a mix of Italian and Goan breakfast classics in a scenic spot overlooking the beach, open 8am to 11am.
INR400 per person, 1h

10:00am

Relax at Palolem Beach

Swim, sunbathe, or take a boat ride to nearby Butterfly Island; boat trips usually available from 9am to 5pm.
Boat rides approx. INR200 per person, 3h

1:30pm

Lunch at Art Resort Restaurant

Enjoy fresh seafood and international cuisine in a relaxed artistic environment, open 12pm to 4pm.
INR600 per person, 1h30m

3:30pm

Visit Cabo De Rama Fort

Explore this historic fort with panoramic sea views; open until sunset, best visited mid-afternoon to evening.
Free, 1h30m

6:30pm

Dinner at Fisherman’s Wharf

End your trip with a lively dinner at this iconic riverside restaurant known for Goan dishes and live music, open until 11pm.
INR900 per person, 2h
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