- Duration
- 6 days · 5 nights
- Tour type
- Private / On Demand
- Travel style
- Beach, Private
- Best time
- November to March
This is the version we recommend most often. Three nights south gets you properly settled; two north is enough for the markets, the cliffs and the river without the pace becoming tiring.
The middle day uses the ferries across to Divar rather than the highway, which is slower and considerably better.
Highlights
- Three nights south, two north
- Divar and Chorao islands by ferry and boat
- Old Goa and Fontainhas
- Anjuna market if your dates land on a Wednesday
Price on request
Every journey is planned privately, so the price depends on your dates, pace and where you stay.
Day by day
6 days · 5 nights, planned privately. Days can be reordered or extended.
Day 1
Arrive south Goa
Overnight in South Goa
Transfer to the southern coast. Evening free.
Day 2
Beaches and backwaters
Overnight in South Goa
A morning kayak on the Sal backwaters, and the afternoon free on the beach.
Day 3
Spice hills
Overnight in South Goa
Inland to Ponda for a working spice plantation and a thali lunch, with the temples in the afternoon if you want them.
Day 4
The islands, and north
Overnight in North Goa
Old Goa, then across to Divar by ferry, and on to north Goa in the evening.
Day 5
North Goa
Overnight in North Goa
Markets, the Vagator cliffs and Chapora fort at sunset. Anjuna market if it is a Wednesday.
Day 6
Departure
Transfer to the airport.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation as specified, on twin-share
- Daily breakfast, plus meals noted in the itinerary
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver for all transfers and excursions
- Airport or station transfers on arrival and departure
- All entry fees for included visits
Where this journey goes
Experiences you can add
Days that can be built into this route.
Mandovi River Sunset Cruise
North Goa · 1.5 hours
Dolphin Watching Boat Trip
North Goa · Morning (2–3 hours)
Private Beach Picnic
South Goa · Half day (4 hours)
Sunrise Beach Yoga
South Goa · 90 minutes
Ayurveda Wellness Experience
South Goa · Half day (3–4 hours)
Ayurvedic Massage Experience
South Goa · 90 minutes
Practical information
Best time to travel
November to March
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Make this journey yours
We quote each journey for your dates, your pace and where you want to stay.