Goa: Beaches, Old Churches and Spice Farms

Beach days in the north, heritage in Old Goa and quiet sands in the south.

A yoga pose silhouetted on the beach at sunset

Duration: 5 days, 4 nights
Route: North Goa – Old Goa – South Goa
Best time: November to February
Difficulty: Easy
Price: Personalised Journeys, priced to your choice of hotels

Overview

A relaxed mix of beach time and sightseeing. Stay in the north for forts and lively beaches, visit the Portuguese-era churches of Old Goa and Panjim, then move south for calmer sands.

Fort Aguada and Chapora Fort
Basilica of Bom Jesus in Old Goa
Fontainhas old quarter walk
Spice farm visit with lunch

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in North Goa

Pickup and check-in. Spend the evening on the beach.

Day 2: North Goa beaches and forts

Visit Fort Aguada, then Chapora Fort and the Vagator and Anjuna beaches. Free time to swim.

Day 3: Old Goa, Panjim and move south

See the Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral, walk through Fontainhas, then transfer to South Goa.

Day 4: South Goa

Visit a spice farm, then spend the afternoon at Palolem or Colva beach. Optional dolphin-spotting boat trip.

Day 5: Departure

Transfer to Goa airport or the railway station.

What’s included

Included

4 nights in hotels near the beach, twin sharing
All meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
Flights and train tickets within India
Private air-conditioned car for sightseeing and transfers
Airport or station pickup and drop
Spice farm visit with lunch
Water sports and boat trips arranged on request

Not included

Tips and personal expenses

Hotels

North Goa: 2 nights, Hotel near the beach
South Goa: 2 nights, Hotel near the beach

We suggest hotels to suit your requirements, in the hotel style you choose (Premium, Luxury or Heritage & palaces). Stays are twin sharing.

Dates and price

Any date. Peak season runs from November to February. Monsoon months have lower prices, but many beach shacks and water sports close.

This is a Personalised Journey, so its price depends on the hotels you choose, your dates and your group size. Ask us for a quote.

Questions

Can we choose the beach area?

Yes. Tell us if you prefer lively or quiet beaches and we’ll suggest hotels to match.

Is it good for families?

Yes. Most of the itinerary is relaxed and can be adjusted for children.

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