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Goa · Sun, Sand and Susegad

North Goa buzz, South Goa calm and Portuguese heritage in between

4.71,089 reviews
4 Nights / 5 Days(4N/5D)
India, Goa
easy pace
Great for couples, friends, family

Destinations: Calangute → Panjim → Old Goa → Palolem

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Overview

About this Goa trip

Goa is two holidays in one — the buzzing beach shacks and night markets of the north, and the palm-quiet coves and whitewashed churches of the south. This five-day plan gives you both: three nights near Calangute for Baga, Anjuna and Chapora Fort, a Mandovi river cruise and the UNESCO churches of Old Goa, then a final night in South Goa where Palolem and Colva move at the gentle pace locals call susegad.

Beach-hop the north, cruise the Mandovi at sunset and slow down on the palm-quiet sands of the south.

Duration: 4 Nights / 5 Days
Stay: 3-star beach resorts
Transport: Private AC sedan with driver; Innova for groups of 5+
Best time: November to February; monsoon (June to September) for lush green, budget stays
Departures: 8 upcoming dates

Why Choose Goa?

Two coasts in one trip — lively north and laid-back south
Sunset cruise on the Mandovi with Goan folk dance
Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral, a UNESCO site
Fontainhas Latin Quarter walks in Panjim
Fresh catch at beach shacks — xacuti, recheado and bebinca
Easy 1-hour flight from Hyderabad

Trip highlights

Baga & Anjuna
Chapora Fort
Mandovi cruise
Old Goa churches
Fontainhas
Palolem Beach

Itinerary

Day-by-day plan for Goa

5 days, planned end to end

D1
- Pickup at Mopa (MOPA) or Dabolim (GOI) airport
- Check in to your resort near Calangute
- Afternoon on Calangute–Baga beach
- Dinner at a classic beach shack
D2
- Aguada Fort and lighthouse
- Anjuna and Vagator beaches
- Chapora Fort at sunset (the 'Dil Chahta Hai' fort)
- Optional Saturday Night Market at Arpora
D3
- Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral in Old Goa
- Mangueshi Temple and a spice plantation lunch at Ponda
- Walk Fontainhas and Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church
- One-hour sunset cruise on the Mandovi with live music
D4
- Check out and drive south via Colva beach
- Cabo de Rama fort viewpoint
- Check in near Palolem and laze on the crescent bay
- Optional dolphin-spotting boat at sunset
D5
- Morning swim or kayak at Palolem
- Shop for cashews, kokum and feni
- Transfer to the airport for your flight home

What's covered

Inclusions & exclusions

Read this before you book — no surprise add-ons later.

Included

3 nights in a 3-star resort near Calangute–Baga
1 night in a beach resort near Palolem, South Goa
Daily breakfast
Airport pickup and drop (Mopa or Dabolim)
North Goa and South Goa sightseeing by private AC car
Old Goa, Panjim and Ponda spice-plantation tour with buffet lunch
Mandovi river sunset cruise ticket
All tolls, parking and driver charges

Not included

Flights to and from Goa
Water sports and dolphin trips
Lunch and dinner except where mentioned
Entry to clubs and night markets
Two-wheeler or scooter rental
Personal expenses and tips

Stay & travel

Hotels & transport

Hotel category

3-star beach resorts

Twin-sharing rooms with daily breakfast unless stated otherwise. Single rooms and upgrades on request.

Transport

Private AC sedan with driver; Innova for groups of 5+

Airport and station pick-ups, sightseeing and inter-city transfers are arranged by our ground team.

Overnight stops: North Goa Arrival · North Goa Beaches · Old Goa & Panjim · South Goa · Departure

Route

Route map

6 stops from start to finish

CalanguteStart
2AnjunaStop 2
3ChaporaStop 3
4Old GoaStop 4
5PanjimStop 5
PalolemFinish

Plan ahead

Best time & what to pack

Best time to visit

November to February; monsoon (June to September) for lush green, budget stays

Things to carry

Swimwear and a quick-dry towel
Sunscreen, sunglasses and a cap
Light cotton clothing and one smart-casual outfit
Modest clothing (covered shoulders and knees) for churches and temples
Flip-flops and walking sandals
Power bank
Government photo ID for hotel check-in

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Which airport should we fly into?

Both work. Mopa (Manohar International) is closer to North Goa; Dabolim is closer to Panjim and the south. Our transfers cover either at no extra cost.

Is Goa good during the monsoon?

Yes, if you like green landscapes and waterfalls like Dudhsagar. Beaches are rough and most water sports pause from June to September, but hotel rates drop by up to 40%.

Can we swim at every beach?

Swim only between the red-and-yellow lifeguard flags. Palolem, Colva and Calangute have lifeguards in season; avoid swimming at Vagator rocks and after dark.

Is this suitable for families with kids?

Very. South Goa's beaches are calm and shallow, and we can swap night markets for a dolphin trip or a visit to the Goa Science Centre.

Can we rent scooters?

Yes, from about ₹400 a day. You need a valid licence and helmets are compulsory. We recommend the private car for long sightseeing days.

Reviews

What travellers say

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4.7

1,089 traveller ratings

Verified FONIX WORLD reviews · 1 · avg 4.0

Rahul Verma
Bengaluru · October 2026
4
Great family holiday
The kids loved it and the itinerary had the right pace for us. One hotel was a little far from the centre but the team sorted out cabs for us.

Policy

Cancellation & refunds

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When you cancel	Refund
30+ days before departure	90% refund
15–29 days before	75% refund
7–14 days before	50% refund
Less than 7 days	No refund

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