Experience Goa Like Never Before
With its golden beaches, Portuguese heritage, lively shacks, and breathtaking sunsets, Goa is the perfect escape for couples, families, and friends. This 3-day package by Aalok Tours & Travels blends relaxation, adventure, and culture, from exploring age-old churches and temples to cruising on the Mandovi River and soaking in the vibrant energy of North Goa’s beaches.
With all transfers, sightseeing, and stays arranged seamlessly, you’re free to simply unwind and create memories on this short yet refreshing coastal holiday.
Upon arrival at Dabolim Airport, you will be met with driver outside of the Dabolim Airport to go the hotel & check in at hotel check-in time
North Goa is the perfect place for having vacations. Everything will be at hand: places where you can eat a hearty and tasty meal, various entertainment places, the beach, spa salons, souvenir shops, markets, and much more.
After checking in at the hotel check-in time, it’s time for your own leisure activities & overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel at 10.00 AM, proceed for Central & South Goa sightseeing.
Places covered in order:
Your journey will start with visiting Old Goa Churches, viz., the Basilica of Bom Jesus & Se Cathedral (reach by 10.30 AM). The former capital of Portuguese India, it’s known for its colonial-era monuments like the Basilica of Bom Jesus, with the remains of St. Francis Xavier, and the domed Church of St. Cajetan, inspired by St. Peter’s in Rome. Nearby, the vast Se Cathedral, built in the 16th–17th centuries, has ornate chapels and a bell tower.
Later reach the famous Spice Plantation. A place for relaxation under the dense forest cover, an aroma of a variety of genuine spices coming from the trees grown around the farm, and lots of knowledge and guidance on the type of species and treatment for various diseases. Enjoy the traditional Goan lunch at the spice plantation in South Goa after studying how spices are grown there. Here you will taste a famous Goan drink called fenny in its real taste and aroma.
(Spice Plantation Entry and Lunch charges is extra.)
After visiting the Spice Plantation, you will reach Mangueshi Temple by 2.30PM.
Reach Panjim city by around 3.30 PM (Note: Vehicles except cars will park on the main road only and need to walk towards the through roads). Low-rise and laid-back, this characterful riverside city has a distinct European flavor and a range of Indo-Portuguese architecture. Goa’s capital, Panaji, is still commonly referred to by its Portuguese name, Panjim, and the legacy of its old colonial rulers doesn’t end there. Aesthetically, it is reminiscent of Portugal with ample green spaces, whitewashed churches, and atmospheric old colonial quarters & Miramar Beach. Visit, then at 04.45PM and at 5.30 PM, reach the boat cruise.
Now its time to enjoy a beautiful evening in the capital city with a 1-hour Sunset River cruise in the Mandovi River starting at 6.00 PM (boarding time 5.45 PM). You will discover how beautiful the sunset over the Mandovi River can be when lilac colors merge with a riot of orange and pink. While you sail down the river, local boys and girls treat you to some of Goa’s best-known folk dances and performances.
(Mandovi River Cruise ticket extra)
After the river cruise at 07.15 PM, drive back to the hotel & overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel at 10.00 AM, proceed for North Goa sightseeing.
Places covered in order:
Reach Fort Aguada by 10.30 AM and explore the fort. During the visit of Fort Aguada, you will learn the history of Goa and come to know how the Portuguese invaded Goa in 1510, defeating
the Bijapur Sultanate. The Portuguese rule lasted for about 450 years and heavily influenced Goan culture, cuisine, and architecture.
After that you will reach Calangute & Baga Beach. These beaches will impress you with their energy, beautiful shack restaurants, and fun adventures like the water sports activities, viz., parasailing, jet skiing, bumper boat, speed boat, and banana boat ride. (Entry Ticket not included)
Have lunch on your own & at 3.30 PM reach Vagator Beach & at 5.30 PM drive to Dabolim Airport to catch your flight back home with sweet memories.
Note: Timings are approximate and subject to change depending on guest/traffic/weather conditions/other factors
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