Day 02: North Goa
This morning, you have your breakfast and then start driving towards North Goa.
North Goa is dotted with some of the most beautiful beaches of Goa. Dona Paula,
Calangute, Baga and Miramar Beach are popular beaches of North Goa. North
Goa is home to a number of tourist attractions like Fort Aguada, Basilica of Bom
Jesus and Se Cathedral.
Spend the day sightseeing around North Goa. You can begin with a visit to
"Cidade de Goa", the original name given to the ‘city of Goa’ which was
established long back and now it is called "Old Goa". Pay homage at the Basilica
Bom Jesus, which is dedicated to Infant Jesus. The church has the sacred remains
of St Francis Xavier. Also, visit other churches of North Goa including St Cajetan, St
Francis of Assisi, Se Cathedral and Church of St. Monica. All the churches feature a
unique architectural style which speaks much about the heritage and
craftsmanship of those times.Visit the Museum of Christian Art, which is one of its
kind museums in Asia. The museum is best known to house a collection of items
like gold and precious stones and Rosary's. You can also visit Archeological
Museum.
Later, travel to “Solar Souto Maior”, which is an aristocratic mansion which dates
back to the year 1585. The mansion houses a treasure of artifacts. Return to
Panjim, the capital of Goa and as you drive through the city enjoy viewing its
unique colonial architecture. Walk through the city and flip back the pages of the
Portuguese days. Do visit the bustling markets of Goa and shop for gifts and
souvenirs. Enjoy your lunch at Panjim. Post lunch, head to Baga Beach, which is
one the most popular, happening and beautiful beaches of Goa. Enjoy water
sports and then you can go for some shopping at the Tibetan market. Stay
overnight at the hotel.