Thrilling Goa (04 Nights / 05 Days)
Overview
Goa has much to offer in its beautiful beaches, bustling nightlife and generous hospitality. This tour will give you a thrilling experience of enjoying water sports, some trekking, jeep safari, hot air ballooning, bungee jumping, cruise on River Mandovi along with visits to famous monuments and historic sites including the UNESCO Heritage Site in Goa.
Take a thrilling trip to Goa and experience the ‘adrenalin rush’ like never before.
Tour Highlights
- North Goa Tour including a visit to Panjim, Central Goa’s Capital City, Our Lady of Immaculate Conception Church overlooking the city, Raj Bhavan, residential Palace and Fort, Goa State Museum, a state archeology museum and Goa Science Center, a science museum and planetarium, Dona Paula jetty, also known as ‘the Lover’s Paradise’, St. Augustine Church, a world Heritage site, the Basilica of Bom Jesus, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Sunset Cruise with Dinner on Mandovi river with breathtaking views
- Visit to Dudhsagar Falls, India’s tallest waterfall, Spice Plantation Tour, a unique cultural experience including a visit to Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary on Jeep Safari
- Visit to Hotel Casino
- Exciting water sport activities to choose from scuba-diving, snorkeling, parasailing, windsurfing, water scooters, white-water rafting, kayaking, wakeboarding or knee-boarding, kite surfing and banana boat rides
- Bungee Jumping over Lake Mayem
- Pub-crawling Tour to experience the vibrant nightlife
Tour Map
Itinerary
DAY 1
Arrival in Goa ‘Rome of the East’, Tour of North Goa, Sunset River Cruise on Mandovi River
Arrival in Goa, the most loved tourist destination in India. Meet and greet assistance and proceed for Tour of North Goa. North Goa is a known for its Portuguese forts with panoramic views, lively neighborhoods, shopping paradise and thrilling beaches.
Explore the best of Panjim, Central Goa’s Capital City known for its serene palm-fringed Miramar Beach and baroque styled Our Lady of Immaculate Conception Church, perched on a hill overlooking the city. It is also popular for its street and boutique shopping areas.
We begin with an orientation of Raj Bhavan, residential Palace and Fort also the official residence of the Governor of Goa, Goa State Museum, a state archeology museum and Goa Science Center, a science museum and planetarium. Our next stop will be at the Dona Paula jetty, also known as ‘the Lover’s Paradise’ on the confluence of Zuari and Mandovi river. Dona Paula is a whitewashed statue perched on the rocks near the jetty which provides ethereal views of the Arabian Sea.
Next, we visit St. Augustine Church in Old Goa, a world Heritage site from the 16th century. Then we visit a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Basilica of Bom Jesus that is the finest example of Baroque architecture. Dedicated to Jesus, its name Bom Jesus means ‘good Jesus’ or ‘infant Jesus’.
Next, we proceed for a River Cruise on the Mandovi river. We will take the Sunset Cruise that starts in the evening with breathtaking views of the river for welcome relaxation after our exciting day. Dinner will be served on the cruise and you can experience the soothing amalgamation of Goan lifestyle and hospitality while floating on the river.
Return to hotel.
Overnight at Goa.
DAY 2
Beach Hopping Tour with water sport activities, Chapora Fort, Fort Aguada, Lighthouse, Mandovi river Cruise with Dinner
After exploring the coastal line and the local markets, it’s time for an offbeat adventure. Wake-up early and assemble at Assolda Ground (South Goa) by 6 am for a Hot Air balloon Flight that will take off at 6:45 am and last 45 minutes. Flying in a hot air balloon is truly an unforgettable experience like no other. If you have dreamed of flying in the clouds then today your dreams will come true while you move silently towards the clouds and wonder at the sights far below.
Next, proceed for Trekking to Dudhsagar Falls that have also featured in the Bollywood movie ‘Chennai Express’. The 11-km slightly uphill trek begins by climbing up the railway tracks from Kulem, up the Braganza Ghat, crossing several tunnels to reach the Dudhsagar waterfalls.
Next, get ready for more excitement with wildlife and nature as we take a Jeep Safari to the Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary to spend some time in the exotic surroundings. Bring your senses alive as we take a Spice Plantation Tour and walk through the plantation and orchid gardens.
Return to the hotel and try your luck at the Hotel Casino as Goa is one of the states where any holiday is incomplete without visiting a Casino.
Return to hotel.
Overnight in Goa.
DAY 3
Water sports activities (Optional), Bungee Jumping, Pub-crawling Tour
After breakfast, proceed for a thrilling day of water sport activities at Baga Beach, Calangute Beach or Bogmalo Beach. You can choose your favorite water sports activities from scuba-diving, snorkeling, parasailing, windsurfing, water scooters, white-water rafting, kayaking, wakeboarding or knee-boarding, kite surfing and banana boat rides.
Having quenched your thirst for water sports with depleting energy levels, relax at the Beach shacks and restaurant/bars with sunbeds on the sand that are an important part of the beach life of Goa and it wouldn’t be the same without them.
Later in the afternoon, procced for Bungee Jumping over the gorgeous Mayem Lake, not far from Baga Beach.
Return to the hotel and bring out your fancy shoes for a Pub-crawling Tour that awaits you. Experience the vibrant nightlife of this dream destination which promises to be a rollicking good time where you could meet new people in a lively, fun, and friendly atmosphere. You will visit three local pubs over the course of 3 hours to get a feel of the local party culture.
Overnight at Goa
DAY 4
Departure from Goa
After breakfast, check-out and transfer to airport/railway station for onward journey or back home with sweet memories.
Information
Inclusions
- 3-night accommodation in well-sanitized rooms at hotels mentioned in the itinerary or equivalent with breakfast in Goa.
- Sanitized AC Sedan or vehicle of your choice with experienced Driver.
- Sightseeing and excursion
- North Goa Tour including visit to Panjim, Our Lady of Immaculate Conception Church, window-view of Raj Bhavan, Goa State Museum and Goa Science Center. Dona Paula jetty, St. Augustine Church, the Basilica of Bom Jesus
- Sunset River Cruise with Dinner
- Hot Air Balloon Flight
- Visit to Dudhsagar Falls and Spice Plantation Tour including a visit to Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary on Jeep Safari
- Visit to Hotel Casino (excluding any vouchers)
- Bungee Jumping
- Pub-crawling Tour (does not include alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages)
Exclusions
- Water sports activities on Day 3
- Pub-crawling Tour does not include alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Any other services or meals which are not mentioned in the above “Inclusions” section.
- All personal expenses nature such as tips, laundry, telephone calls, room service, additional bottled water and additional service orders.
- Airfares and train ticket charges.
- Medical Insurance.
- Any extra expense such as route change, date change, accommodation facilities, private transportation costs that maybe incurred due to the unforeseen, unavoidable forced majeure circumstances during the tour.
- Any extra cost due to illness, accident, hospitalization, or any personal emergency.
- Anything specifically not mentioned in the ‘tour price includes’ section.
- 5% GST will be applicable on all charges.
Tour Tips
Documents – International tourists must carry Passports with valid visas, NRIs must carry passports and valid OCI/PIO cards, Indian nationals must carry ID proofs (Aadhar Card, Voter ID, Driving Licence)
Travel Accessories – Camera, power banks, travel adapters, flashlight, portable speakers, binoculars, locks for luggage, luggage tags, language guide, travel pillow, sleeping masks, ear plugs, travel diaries, sun glasses/ sun shades/ caps, sunscreen/body lotion, Vicks
Clothing – Comfortable clothes for yoga, meditation, socks, umbrella, raincoat, walking/trekking shoes/floaters/flip-flops, light cotton wear, light jacket (windcheater/fleece), warm woollens/thermal wear (for cold months)/shawl, gloves
Health & Medicine – First Aid, hand sanitisers, hand wipes, personal medicine with doctor’s prescription (mandatory), doctor’s reports on any ailment/condition, reusable water bottle/energy drinks
Guidelines –
Goa
Nearest Airport Dabolim Airport (GOI)
Nearest Railway Station North Goa: Thivim Station (THVM)
South Goa: Madgaon Station (MAO)
Please adhere to government guidelines and health advisory on COVID-19
Payment & Cancellation
- Booking Amount (non-refundable) – 10% of the total tour cost
- 30 days – 15 days prior to departure – 50% of the total tour cost
- 14 days prior to departure – 100% of the total tour cost
*During peak seasons (X-Mas, New Year and special events) full payment is required to be made at the time of booking itself
Any TWO promotional offers cannot be clubbed together
Kindly note that the Child Policy is applicable for 2 – 11 years persons only. Children above 11 years of age will be considered as full adults. Infant Policy is applicable for infants less than 2 years of age.
Mode of Payment:
All clients can make payment using any of the following methods:
- Credit Card Payment (American Express / Visa / Master Card / Discover / Diners Club)
- Debit Card Payment (by Master / Visa / Maestro)
- Direct payment/transfer into Company’s Bank account
- UPI transfer by GooglePay, PayTM, PayPal, AmazonPay, PhonePe
Note:
- Bank charges, if any, for remittance (by remitting bank or by intermediary bank) will be borne by the traveler
Cancellation Policy
Initial booking amount is non-refundable.
- 30 days prior to departure – Initial booking amount
- 29 days – 15 days prior to departure – 50% of the total tour cost
- 14 days prior to departure – 100% of the total tour cost
Note: –
- After commencement of tour- cancellation charges as per Cancellation Policy
- This consolidated Cancellation Policy of the tour package has been drafted taking into account the various service providers and hoteliers. It may be noted that the consolidated Cancellation Policy is for the tour package which is independent of the individual cancellation policies of the hotels, transportation, sightseeing and attractions.
*For any ancillary or additional services, payment and cancellation policy of the additional service will be applicable independent of the holiday package.
**Please note that booking for peak seasons (X-Mas, New Year and special events) where full payment has been made at the time of booking is non-refundable.