Trip Overview: The Tropical Beach Shacks
This 5-day expedition is a curated journey through the two faces of Goa—the high-energy coastline of the North and the lush, spiritual heartland of the South and Central regions. From the legendary 17th-century Portuguese ramparts of Aguada and the cinematic heights of Chapora to the roaring white cascades of Dudhsagar Falls, this trail offers a profound look into the state’s vishalta. Witness the transition from the golden sands of Baga to the cobblestone streets of Panjim’s Latin Quarter and the sacred silence of UNESCO-listed cathedrals. It is a journey designed for those who seek the perfect balance of adventure, heritage, and the quintessential Goan “Susegad” spirit. https://www.incredibleindia.gov.in/en
Why This Experience is Unmatched?
- 🏰 The Iconic Fort Circuit: Visit Aguada and the famous "Dil Chahta Hai" Chapora Fort with strategic timings to beat the crowds.
- 🚜 Jungle Off-Roading: A thrilling 4x4 Jeep safari through Mollem National Park to reach the majestic Dudhsagar Falls.
- 🌿 Authentic Spice Trail: A guided tour of a lush plantation followed by a traditional Goan lunch served in a natural setting.
- ⛪ UNESCO Heritage: Explore the Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral, standing as timeless testaments to Goa’s colonial past.
- 🎨 Fontainhas Walk: A journey through Asia’s only Latin Quarter, famous for its colorful houses and artistic Portuguese windows.
- 🚢 Mandovi Sunset: End your heritage day with a rhythmic cruise on the Mandovi River, witnessing the city lights from the water.
INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS
✅ What’s Included (Inclusions) | ❌ What’s Not Included (Exclusions) |
🏨 Selected Accommodation: 4 Nights stay in handpicked hotels as per your chosen package category. | 🎫 Entry Fees: Tickets for Forts, Museums, and Churches. 🚤 Water Sports: Parasailing, Jet Ski, Scuba Diving, etc. |
🍳 Morning Breakfast: Complimentary daily breakfast at all hotels to kickstart your day. | 🚕 Arrival/Departure Cab : Cab service is provided strictly for Point-to-Point Pickup and Drop only (No additional stops or half-day usage). |
🚗 Sightseeing Transport: Dedicated A/C Vehicle for sightseeing days (Strictly 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM). | 🍱 Other Meals: Lunch and Dinner on all days 🍹 Personal: Laundry, Tips, Alcohol, & Shopping. |
⛽ Covered Travel Costs: All fuel charges, road tolls, parking fees, and driver allowances are fully included. | 🚙 Dudhsagar Jeep Safari: Charges for the mandatory 4x4 Jeep and Forest Entry (To be paid at the Kulem counter). |
🚤 Dudhsagar Transfer: Private or Shared cab transfer from the hotel to the Dudhsagar Jeep Safari starting point (Kulem). | 📉 GST 5%: Government Service Tax will be extra on the final package cost. |
ACCOMMODATION
LOCATION | HOTEL NAME | ROOM CATEGORY | MEALS |
NORTH GOA (4 NIGHTS) | RESORT LAGOA AZUL OR SIMILAR | STANDARD WITH BALCONY | BREAKFAST |
DETAILED DAY-WISE ITINERARY
Your Goan odyssey begins with a warm welcome at 1:00 PM as our representative picks you up from Dabolim (GOI), Mopa (GOX) Airport, or the Thivim Railway Station. After a smooth transfer to your hotel in North Goa and time to refresh, head out at 4:30 PM for a relaxed evening walk along the iconic sands of Calangute or Baga Beach. Watch the horizon turn golden as the sun dips into the Arabian Sea, and enjoy the vibrant energy of the beach shacks at your own pace. This first evening is designed to let you settle into the coastal rhythm before the grand exploration begins on the following day.
Start your day at 9:00 AM as we head toward the 17th-century Aguada Fort, a massive Portuguese fortification offering panoramic views of the sea and the lighthouse. After exploring the ramparts, descend to the pristine Sinquerim Beach located just below the fort for some quiet moments by the shore. Following a traditional lunch at a Goan shack, enjoy a scenic drive past the famous Anjuna and Vagator beaches, witnessing the rugged cliffs that define the northern coast. At 3:45 PM, we reach the legendary Chapora Fort, ensuring we enter before the strict 5:00 PM closing time, before returning to the hotel by 5:45 PM to meet the driver service deadline.
Prepare for a day of nature and adrenaline as we depart at 9:00 AM for Kulem, the base village for the mighty Dudhsagar Falls. Upon arrival at 11:00 AM, board a mandatory 4x4 Jeep for a thrilling 45-minute off-road drive through the Mollem National Park to reach the base of the massive milky-white falls. Spend your afternoon swimming in the natural pool under the cascading water (life jackets provided) before heading to a lush Spice Plantation. Here, enjoy a traditional Goan buffet lunch served on banana leaves and take a guided tour to see vanilla, cardamom, and pepper growing in the wild, returning to your hotel by 6:00 PM.
Dive into the spiritual and colonial heart of Goa starting at 9:00 AM with a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage sites in Old Goa. Explore the Basilica of Bom Jesus, which holds the relics of St. Francis Xavier, and the massive Se Cathedral, the largest church in Asia. After a visit to the sacred Shri Mangeshi Temple before its afternoon closing, enjoy lunch in Panjim and explore the colorful Latin Quarter of Fontainhas and Miramar Beach. Please note that the driver service ends at 6:00 PM at the Mandovi River Cruise Jetty; after enjoying the 6:00 PM Sunset Cruise, you can return to the hotel via a local taxi at your convenience.
On your final morning in the sunshine state, enjoy a leisurely breakfast and checkout from your hotel by 10:00 AM. We head toward the vibrant Panjim Market at 11:00 AM for some last-minute shopping where you can pick up authentic Goan cashews, local handicrafts, and traditional souvenirs. Take a final stroll through the capital city, soaking in the mix of modern and colonial architecture one last time. At 1:30 PM, our team will provide a smooth drop-off at the Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey, carrying with you the divine memories and the "Susegad" spirit of the coast back home.
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TRANSFER
DAYS | DESCRIPTION |
DAY 01 | Airport to Hotel : Private Basis |
DAY 02 | North Goa Tour : Private Basis |
DAY 03 | Dudhsagar Waterfall Excursion : Private Basis |
DAY 04 | South Goa Tour : Private Basis |
DAY 05 | Hotel to Airport : Private Basis |
MEALS
DAYS | DESCRIPTION |
DAY 02 | BREAKFAST |
DAY 03 | BREAKFAST |
DAY 04 | BREAKFAST |
DAY 05 | BREAKFAST |
TERM & CONDITION
📋 GENERAL BOOKING & SIGHTSEEING POLICY
- Hotel Selection: Accommodation options vary between North Goa (vibrant, party-centric, budget-friendly) and South Goa (peaceful, premium resorts). Selection is based on guest preference. Guests are advised to review the specific amenities and location of their chosen property prior to confirmation.
- Cab & Sightseeing Protocol:
- Service Timings: Dedicated A/C vehicles for sightseeing are strictly operational from 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM only.
- Point-to-Point Transfers: Arrival and departure cabs are exclusively for point-to-point pick-up and drop-off. Additional stops or half-day usage are not permitted during these transfers.
- River Cruise Drop-off: On the South Goa sightseeing day, the driver will drop guests at the Mandovi River Cruise Jetty strictly at 06:00 PM. The return journey to the hotel post-cruise must be managed by the guest via local taxi at their own expense.
- Dudhsagar Waterfall Protocol:
- Mandatory Jeep & Fees: A 4×4 Jeep is mandatory to navigate the off-road jungle route through Mollem National Park. Jeep charges and Forest Entry fees are excluded from the package and must be paid directly at the Kulem counter.
- Queue Preparation: Guests should anticipate long queues for the jeeps at Kulem, even with an early start. Carrying water and light snacks is highly recommended.
- Temple Dress Code (Shri Mangeshi Temple):
- Strict Modesty: A mandatory dress code is enforced. Shorts, sleeveless tops, and revealing attire are strictly prohibited.
- Attire Rules: Men are required to wear full trousers or a Dhoti/Mundu. Women must wear a Saree, Salwar Kameez, or clothing that fully covers the shoulders and knees.
- Fort Entry Timings:
- Chapora Fort: Entry strictly closes between 5:00 PM and 5:30 PM. Punctuality is essential to ensure this visit is not missed.
- Adventure & Water Sports: Activity Exclusions: All water sports (e.g., Parasailing, Jet Ski, Scuba Diving, Banana Ride) during Adventure Day are excluded from the package and are strictly at the guest’s own expense.
- Documentation:
- Mandatory ID: Guests must present an Original Physical ID (Aadhar/Passport/Voter ID) during hotel check-in. Digital copies (like DigiLocker) are frequently rejected by hotels.
- Physical License Required: A Physical Driving License is mandatory for renting local scooters or cars. Local police may reject digital copies during routine checks.
- Physical Needs: Guests must communicate any specific physical or health concerns in advance. Locations like Dudhsagar Waterfall, Chapora Fort, and Aguada Fort require significant walking and climbing stairs.
- Force Majeure (Coastal Edition):
- Delays or cancellations caused by cyclonic weather, high-tide alerts, heavy rains, or unexpected road blockages are beyond our control.
- Any additional costs incurred for extended stays, route diversions, or missed flights due to these emergencies are to be borne entirely by the guest.
- Payments:
- Full advance payment is required for specific permits or activities. These payments are 100% non-refundable upon confirmation.
- All other payments will follow our standard Payment Policy timeline.
- Check-in & Check-out:
- Standard check-in time for most Goa hotels is 14:00 (2:00 PM), and standard check-out time is 11:00 AM.
- Early check-in or late check-out is strictly subject to hotel availability and may incur additional charges directly from the hotel.
- No Show: Rooms not occupied by 20:00 hrs (8:00 PM) on the day of arrival, without prior notification to the agency/hotel, will be considered a “No Show” and the booking amount will be forfeited.
💳 CANCELLATION & FLIGHT POLICY
- Non-Refundable: No refunds on blackout dates/long weekends.
- Cancellation Fee : Regardless of reason, cancellations are costly. To offset these costs, the following fees will apply. If you cancel, non-recoverable expenses of Rs. 1500 per person will be charged and over and above that the following will be charged on cancellation of a tour.
- Refundable Amount :
- Cancelled 30 days or more prior to trip start date: 35 % of total package cost.
- Cancelled between 15 – 30 days prior to trip start date: 50 % of total package cost.
- Cancelled between 14 days to 7 days prior to trip start date: 80 % of total package cost.
- Cancellation less than 7 Days prior to trip start date: 100 % of package cost will be charged.
- Postponement: Postponing may incur a rebooking fee. Post-postponement cancellations forfeit all amounts.
- Flight Policy: We act as facilitators. Carrier terms apply. We are not responsible for airline delays.
- Credit Note: A 6-month Credit Note will be provided for the possible refundable amount depending on the Selected Hotels and time period of cancellation .
