Attractions of Goa

A very famous western coastal state Goa is famous for its beautiful beaches across India. Covering as many beaches as possible is very challenging as there are many beaches in Goa. So Goa’s itinerary has divided in two main tours. Full day North Goa Tour and full day South Goa Tour, aimed to cover some of them in the daytime. Full Day North Goa Tour offer some of the best places on the maps are the Basilica of Bom Jesus which contains the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier and is in close proximity to Panjim. Mapusa market comes second only to Panjim with its famous, “Mapusa Friday Market”. The 500 year old Harvalem waterfall is located in Bicholim and has a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Calangute and Baga are called the queen of beaches in Goa. Anjuna and Vagator have recently become famous for hosting the “Sun Burn” festival in Goa. North Goa tour cover the Calangute Beach, Anjuna Beach, Vagator Beach, Ashvem & Morjim Beach. Beside Beaches, it also covers Fort Aguada. Optional places covered are Dolphin Trip in Sinquerim & Snow Park in Baga for which you have to pay directly at the counter. Full Day South Goa Tour includes the Old Goa Church, St. Xavier Body, Mangeshi Temple, Spice Plantation, Dona Paula, Panaji Church, Miramar Beach, Boat Cruise, Balaji Temple and Panjim Market etc. Apart from North Goa and South Goa, you can visit Dudhsagar Waterfall, You can enjoy Scuba Diving, Club Cubana, Spa and Massage, Casino and Night Club etc.Casinos, Located on a yacht in River Mandovi, the casino is one of the coolest places to be when you're in the party state. The entry fee is placed high at Rs. 1600, and the casino holds ample number of tables of American Roulette, Blackjack and Rummy. Go ahead and try your luck!

Goa is a super place for relaxation or short breaks from workaholic environment. if you are planning a 3 night 4 day then goa tour package for 3 n. tis best for you Its capital is Panaji, also known as Panjim, located on the banks of the Mandovi River, the city has cobblestone streets lined with colorful villas and buildings from the Portuguese colonial era. Palm-fringed Miramar Beach sits at the confluence of the river and the Arabian Sea. Vasco Da Gama is largest city, on the Mormugao peninsula in Goa, western India. The coast is dotted with beaches like Baina Beach, and has a natural harbor. On the headland, overlooking Varca Beach, 17th-century Mormugao Fort has 2 fountains. Dating from the 16th century, St. Andrew’s Church has gilded altars. The hilltop Japanese Garden has ocean views, and contains the ruins of the Fortaleza Santa Catarina fortress. Trips wheel is providing Goa tour packages across all over the India like Goa tour group packages, Goa tour land package, Goa tour package 2 days, Goa tour package 2 days, Goa tour packages from Vadodara by bus, Goa tour package from Amritsar.

An ode to Old Goa

A gift from the Portuguese colonists, the heritage structures exhibiting architectural styles from the baroque, gothic to the post-colonial, the erstwhile capital of the Portuguese empire - Old Goa is dotted with churches and chapels forming a stark contrast against the sunny skies of the state. These monuments stand tall as the stoic guardians of the ethos of the respective eras they represent. One can marvel at different forms of architectural magnificence brained out from the Jesuits, Dominicans, Franciscans, Augustinians, Carmelites all leaving behind their mark on the landscape of Goa. Be it the pristine white Church of St. Cajetan with Corinthian design sensibilities or the Doric remains of Church of St. Paul, the Manuline entrance of the St. Francis of Assisi with Baroque altar, the haunting facade of the St. Augustine Tower, the imposing white facade of the Reis Magos Church, the opulence of St, Anne in Talaulim and of course, one of the most significant landmarks and places to visit in Goa, the Basilica of Bom Jesus constructed from black granite is a stunning example of the Mosaico-Corinthian architectural style. Old Goa is not just limited to these wistful reminders of the past but many more spots to cover.

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Food in Goa

Food in Goa, the food here is a blend of Konkani, Hindu, Portuguese and Catholic cuisines, providing wide and vibrant choices. Seafood, coconut milk, rice and local spices are the main elements of Goan cuisine and fish, curry and rice form the staple food. Goan food with its unique combination of coconut, rice, and spices form a rich Portuguese as well as South Indian cuisine. Seafood like prawns, lobsters, crabs, pomfret fish, clams, ladyfish, mussels and oysters is used to make a variety of curries, fries, soups and pickles. Fish curry, fried fish, fish cutlets are just some of the items that you must savour in Goa. Goa also offers a variety of options for vegetarians, however, don't expect a lot from it.

What is the Best Time To Visit Goa?

The best time to visit Goa is between November to February when the weather is perfect, not very cold, not very hot. It's also a good time as almost all the beach shacks are open during these months. Water sports, like banana boat ride, jet skiing, parasailing and flying board etcbeaches. If you like to party, this is the time to go to Goa. Goa is considered to be one of the best places in India to enjoy Christmas and New Year season as the entire Goa is full of festivity. March to May & Oct is counted as summer season, June to September is the monsoon season and November to February counted as winter season in Goa.

How to reach Goa?

Goa is easily accessible by road, rail and by air. Being such a popular holiday destination, there are various alternative commute options to reach here. Dabolim Airport of Goa Airport is the sole International Airport in Goa. And the nearest major entry point to Goa from different parts of the world is Mumbai International Airport or Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Mumbai being the major city is easily accessible to Goa via flights, railways and roadways.

Air: Goa Airport or Dabolim International Airport is connected with the rest of the country by airlines like Air India, GoAir, IndiGo, AirAsia, SpiceJet. The airport is about 30 km from Panjim and is accessible by taxis and buses operated by Kadamba Transport Corporation with services to Calangute, Panjim and Margao.

Train: The main railway stations in Goa are Vasco da Gama and Madgaon. If you are travelling from Maharashtra then there are over 45 Mumbai to Goa trains that cover the route.

Bus: There are buses available to Goa from nearby major cities of Mumbai, Bangalore, Mangalore, and Hyderabad.