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Goa Houses, Kitchens and Coast

Two nights in Panaji, then three by a quieter stretch of Goa's southern coast.

  1. 1Panaji
  2. 2Benaulim

From, per person~US$617

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Best Nov to Mar

By @snuckUpdated 11 November 2026

Explore Panaji's old neighbourhoods and cook a Goan lunch with a local host before heading south to Benaulim. Stay in a small heritage hotel, then a comfortable beach resort, for two different sides of Goa.

Length
5 nights
Route
Panaji, Benaulim
Best time
Nov to Mar
Ideal for
Couples who want good food and plenty of beach time

Why you'll love it

  1. Walk through Fontainhas with a local guide
  2. Cook a Goan meal with a host
  3. Visit Old Goa's historic churches
  4. Spend three nights at a southern beach resort
  5. Enjoy a full day with nothing planned

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Arrive in Panaji

    Your driver meets you at the airport and takes you to your heritage hotel. Settle in and spend an easy evening nearby.

    • Stay: Heritage boutique hotel with local character in Panaji
    • Getting there: Private car, 45–75 minutes from GOI or 60–90 minutes from GOX

  2. Day 2

    Old Streets and Goan Cooking

    Walk through Fontainhas with a local guide, then cook with a host and enjoy a Goan lunch. Return to your hotel for a free afternoon.

    • Stay: Heritage boutique hotel with local character in Panaji
    • Getting there: Guided walking; private local transfers, 45–75 minutes total

  3. Day 3

    Old Goa to the Beach

    Visit Old Goa's historic churches after breakfast. Continue south for lunch and check into your beach resort.

    • Stay: 4–5 star beach resort in Benaulim
    • Getting there: Private car via Old Goa, 1.5–2 hours driving; allow 3–4 hours with visits

  4. Day 4

    Beach, Pool and Sunset

    Take your time over breakfast, then spend the day at the beach and pool. Enjoy a walk along the shore at sunset.

    • Stay: 4–5 star beach resort in Benaulim

  5. Day 5

    Another Day to Yourself

    Enjoy another day with no outings planned. Optional spa treatments or a car to a restaurant can be arranged at extra cost.

    • Stay: 4–5 star beach resort in Benaulim

  6. Day 6

    Leave from the Coast

    Have breakfast before your drive to the airport. Allow for the journey from South Goa when choosing your flight.

    • Getting there: Private car, 45–60 minutes to GOI or 1.75–2.5 hours to GOX

Where you'll stay

  1. 2 nights · days 1 to 2Heritage boutique hotel with local character in Panaji
  2. 3 nights · days 3 to 54–5 star beach resort in Benaulim

When to go

  1. Jangood time to go
  2. Febgood time to go
  3. Margood time to go
  4. Apr
  5. May
  6. Jun
  7. Jul
  8. Aug
  9. Sep
  10. Oct
  11. Novgood time to go
  12. Decgood time to go

Best from Nov to Mar. Other months work too; we'll tell you what to expect for your dates.

Included

  • Two nights in a Panaji heritage boutique hotel
  • Three nights in a 4–5 star Benaulim resort
  • Daily breakfast
  • Private airport transfers and travel between hotels
  • Private transport for planned cultural visits
  • Guided Fontainhas walk
  • Cooking session with a host and lunch
  • Applicable hotel and transport taxes

Not included

  • Flights to and from Goa
  • Meals other than those listed
  • Spa treatments and water sports
  • Transport on free days
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Travel insurance

Good to know

  • Starting price is per person, with two people sharing a room; Christmas and New Year cost more.
  • Goa has two airports; GOI usually means a shorter drive from Benaulim.
  • Sea conditions vary; swim only where lifeguards permit.

Before you go to India

Capital:
New Delhi
Languages:
English, Hindi, Tamil
Currency:
INR

Questions

How many days is the Goa Houses, Kitchens and Coast trip?

5 nights and 6 days: Panaji, Benaulim.

How much does it cost?

From ₹58,000 per person, twin sharing, without international flights. We confirm the price for your dates.

When is the best time to go?

Nov to Mar.

What is included?

Two nights in a Panaji heritage boutique hotel, Three nights in a 4–5 star Benaulim resort, Daily breakfast, Private airport transfers and travel between hotels, Private transport for planned cultural visits, Guided Fontainhas walk, Cooking session with a host and lunch, Applicable hotel and transport taxes.

What is not included?

Flights to and from Goa, Meals other than those listed, Spa treatments and water sports, Transport on free days, Personal expenses and tips, Travel insurance.

Can the trip be changed?

Yes. A trip designer shapes the pace, stays and length with you before you book.

Make it yours.

Change the pace, the stays or the length. A trip designer shapes it with you, and we confirm the price for your dates.

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