Your Goa Tour Plan

Goa trip 5 days

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Goa

Surprisingly beautiful, this country of mine is awake all the time on the south-west coast of India, adorned with a bouquet of unforgettable beauty. The little land is called Konkan . At present we know this state as Goa. This state of our country has developed itself in its own cultural splendor since time immemorial. Isolated from the vast Deccan Plateau by the Western Ghats, this unique landmass on the shores of the Arabian Sea is the smallest state in our country. The area of ​​Goa is only 3702 square kilometres. The population is 14, 58,540 only. In terms of population, this state is the fourth smallest in our country.

Goa was never associated with British India, even though it was close to India, which had been under British rule for almost two hundred years. Long before the British, in 1510, a group of Portuguese merchants set up camp in the northern part of this secluded marginal area lying on the shores of the Arabian Sea. They wanted to establish their own position somewhere in the Indian subcontinent, mainly with the aim of expanding their business to Indian settlements. But the then ruler of Bijapur, Sultan Yusuf Adil Shah could not accept such aggression of foreign merchants. The cunning Portuguese, with the help of the local pirate community in that sea and the local inhabitants, got into a fierce battle with the Sultan. The Sultan was defeated in that battle and Portuguese rule was introduced in the region. Goa remained a colony under Portuguese rule for the next four and a half centuries. Although the pages of history have changed frequently in the vicinity of this Konkan, it has never disturbed the Portuguese rulers of Goa.

Goa trip 5 days

Goa has been waking up with a completely different tradition from the very side of India. The Portuguese first established their capital at North Goa, now called Velha Goa or Old Goa, and later in the early nineteenth century, only in 1843 did the Portuguese move their capital to Panjim or Panaji. Since then, Panaji is still the capital of Goa. After the independence of India in 1947, the Portuguese rulers of Goa were requested by the Indian Republic to liberate Goa and return to Portugal, but the Portuguese rulers refused. On 19 December 1971, the Indian Army in a coup called Operation Vijay liberated Goa by ousting the Portuguese and declaring Goa, Daman and Diu as three Union Territories. Almost 28 years later, on May 30, 1987, the Government of India recognized Goa as a state under Indian republic, freeing it from the direct rule of central government. The 25th state of our country is bounded on the north by the state of Maharashtra, on the east and south by the state of Karnataka and on the entire western part by the Arabian Sea. According to a government survey, the average income of the people of Goa is about two and a half times higher than any other state in India. The survey also found that the quality of life of the people of Goa is the best in the country.

How to go to Goa.

Goa is connected to the rest of the country by air. The only airport in Goa is at Dabolim. Pre-paid taxis are available from the airport to anywhere in the state. The distance from the airport to the capital Panaji is about 30 kilometers, which takes about an hour. Goa has direct air links with many countries of the world. Throughout the year, especially during the tourist season from November to February, Dabolim Airport is crowded with foreign tourists.

If you want to come to Goa by rail, it is best to reach Mumbai by train from anywhere in the country. Being a major commercial city of India, Mumbai has frequent rail links across the country. Many trains leave for Goa all day from Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Railway Terminus or Lokmanya Tilak Railway Station. By taking these trains you can reach Madgaon or Vasco da Gama railway station in Goa. From there you can take a bus or take a pre-paid taxi to your destination. The only train to reach Madgaon or Vasco da Gama directly from Kolkata is the Amravati Express, only once in a week. It takes three days to reach Goa by rail from Kolkata.

You can reach Madgaon or Panaji in Goa by bus from Mumbai. Depending on the type of bus, it takes time. However, it takes about 12 to 16 hours to reach Goa by bus from Mumbai.

Where to stay in Goa.

Goa Tourism Hotels are the best places to stay in Goa. You will also find numerous hotels of different quality and different prices in Goa to suit your budget. Goa has two sides, one is North Goa, the other is South Goa. There are beaches on both sides. Many people want to spend a few days in North Goa and a few days in South Goa during their Goa tour. Again, some tourists choose a few beaches and spend a few days in different hotels near them. However, as per my advice, since Goa is a small place, it is better to spend it in a hotel near the beach of your choice without having to bother to open and pack your luggage again and again.

How long does it take to visit Goa?

Most tourists plan 3 nights and 4 days to visit Goa.

The most popular plan for visiting Goa is 3 nights and 4 days.

But I would say add one more night to it. That is 4 nights 5 days.

Goa: 3 nights and 4 days.

First day:

Try to reach Goa as soon as possible. You can reach Goa by plane or train the way you like. It is better to have a car in advance, otherwise take a prepaid taxi to the hotel. Most of the hotels in Goa have swimming pools. You can spend the day resting in a hotel or walking around on your own initiative.

In Goa, self-driving four-wheelers or two-wheelers can be rented for the whole day. By submitting your official identity card such as Xerox copy of Voter card or Aadhaar card and Xerox copy of Driving License, you can rent a car of your choice from the company by depositing certain amount and by showing the original copies of your IDs.

Second day:

Goa trip 5 days

Have breakfast in the morning and go out. We will see North Goa today.

Many small and large local travel companies in Goa arrange guided tours. You can tour with them. The tourist bus of this company will pick you up from a specific place near your hotel at a specific time. These tours have to be booked in advance. Arriving in Goa on the first day, you can pick up these bookings. They turn around in AC buses at low cost per head. You can go with them or rent a separate car and travel on your own. You can tell the hotel in advance for the car or you can take the package by arranging with a good travel agency before giving your complete program. The advantage of traveling in a package is that you do not have to carry any extra hassle while traveling. Your travel agency will arrange everything for you according to your preferences and needs.

Goa trip 5 days

In North Goa you must see the famous “Basilica of Bom Jesus” near the capital Panjim, where the remains of St. Francis Xavier are carefully preserved. Turn a little further from Panaji to Mapusa. If the day of your visit is Friday, don't forget to visit Mapusa's famous 'Friday Bazaar' at the same time. Then check out ‘Harvalem Falls’ in Bicholim. There is an ancient Shiva temple here, take a look at it too. 

Goa trip 5 days

Both Calangute and Baga Beach are called the Queen of Goa Beaches. After taking a tour of these two beaches you can turn to see Candolim Beach, Anjuna Beach, Bhagator Beach, Ashwam and Morjim Beach also. 

Goa trip 5 days

Apart from the beach, you must visit one of the most famous ‘FortAguada’ in Goa. In addition to these, on the North Goa tour you can see dolphins by boat on the sea at Sancurim and Snow Park at Baga. The last two tours are not usually shown on the Conducted Tour. The North Goa tour usually runs from 8 am to 4:30 pm.

Goa trip 5 days

The days are generally longer in Goa and for this reason the darkness of the evening comes very late. You can go to the beach to enjoy the evening, visit the famous casinos of Goa, visit any pub or nightclub and if you don't want to, you can rest in the hotel room.

Third day:

Goa trip 5 days

Get ready early and have your breakfast. Today we will see South Goa.

The South Goa Tour is one of the most interesting and beautiful part of your Goa visit. Visit Madgaon, one of the busiest cities in South Goa and the famous church ‘The Holy Spirit’ located in Madgaon. Must see Colva Beach, the milky white sand layer of this beach you will remember for a long time. 

Goa trip 5 days

See also Galgibaga Beach, Butterfly Beach, Cotigo Wildlife Sanctuary, Shanta Durga Temple, Mangesh Temple, Miramar Beach, Dona Paula Jetty etc.

Goa trip 5 days

In the evening, before returning to the hotel, pay a visit on a giant ship floating on the Mandvi River.

Fourth day:

Get ready for breakfast in the morning. You are going back today according to your itinerary. So your journey will end today at the airport or train station.

Goa: 4 nights and 5 days

The above tour program is preferred by most tourists to visit Goa, but I would say stay one more night in Goa, then on this fourth day let's take a look at Goa’s famous ‘Dudh Sagar’ Falls. In that case our fourth day tour program will change like this,

Fourth day:

Dudhsagar Falls is one of the highest waterfalls in India. It is one of the best attractions in Goa. This waterfall descends from the heart of the lush green and dense Western Ghats. Today we will see this  Dudhsagar waterfall.

Goa trip 5 days

At an altitude of 320 meters or 1017 feet, the average width of this waterfall is about 100 feet. That is wide enough. Very close to this waterfall, there is a sanctuary named Lord Mahaveera Sanctuary and National park at Mollem. 

This waterfall is located about 73 km away from the capital Panaji. Although this waterfall looks most beautiful during the rainy season, it is better to go on this tour during the tourist season due to safety reasons. After driving from Panaji to Kullem, which is 63 km away, you have to reach this waterfall by government jeep. Dudhsagar Falls is about 10 km from Kullem. The whole route is through dense jungle and several small mountain rivers. Deer, monkeys, countless unnamed birds, and occasionally larger wild animals can be seen along the way. You can reach the waterfall by purchasing a ticket from the forest department counter in Kullem and renting this jeep from there. It takes a separate ticket for the camera. 

The Karnataka-bound railway has passed close to this waterfall. In fact, the waterfall is located on the border of Goa and Karnataka. Many trains pass by this waterfall all day long, the view is very beautiful.

Goa trip 5 days

Come back to the hotel in the afternoon after visiting Dudhsagar waterfall. Spend the evening on a nearby beach.

Fifth day:

Have breakfast in the morning and arrive at the airport or train station according to your flight or train time.

What to eat in Goa.

In Goa, try Goanese food. The people of Goa like to eat fish and rice like the Bengalis. So in Goa you can try the famous fish here. Kingfish is the first fish to be named. In almost all hotels or restaurants you will find King Fish. You can also eat Tuna, Mackerel, Pomfret etc.

Most of the people of Goa are accustomed to eating food cooked in coconut oil like the people of South India, if you do not like food cooked in coconut oil then you must know this before eating in a normal hotel or restaurant.

Although  it is crowded with tourists all year round and for this reason most of the hotels or restaurants now a day’s cook in unscented oil.

Most of the sweets in Goa is made with coconut. Goa’s famous sweet is  ‘Bibinka’, it is made with coconut and its taste is extraordinary. And another sweet is ‘Dodola’, it doesn't have coconut in it, but it also has a memorable taste.

The people of Goa prepare a very delicate dish like pickles with different kinds of spices with different types of fish, prawn or pork. It is called ‘Balchao’. If it is made with Prawn, it is called 'Prawn-Balchao', if it is made with Pork; it is called 'Pork-Balchao'. This balchao with spicy and non-vegetarian flavors is also very popular among the people of Goa.

Goa is a very favorite state for drinkers. The price of all liquor in Goa is very low as compared to any other state in the country. From the top of the cashew nut fruit, which is called cashew apple in English, a special kind of local wine is made in Goa. Its name is Feni. Feni is a very popular drink in this state. There are no restrictions on drinking here, but smoking in public is prohibited in Goa, so be careful.

What is the best time to visit Goa?

 The enchanting beauty of Goa looks impossibly good in any season, but the influence of the monsoon season is a bit more in this west coast state. So come to Goa in winter for the convenience of tourism. 

It would be better to visit Goa from November to February.

 Summer in Goa: March, April, May and October.

Monsoon: June, July, August and September.

Winter: November, December, January and February.

We hope you enjoy visiting Goa. Goa, one of the most beautiful and beautiful states in India, is waiting to welcome you.

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