Goa Boutique Escape 4N: Boutique Hotels & Local Artisan Tours | 4 Nights and 5 Days Goa Package
- Transfer Included
- Stay Included
- Meals Included
- Sightseeing Included
Overview
A carefully curated 4 nights / 5 days Goa tour package designed for travelers who want stylish stays, authentic local experiences and relaxed beach time. Ideal as a Goa Weekend tour package or an extended Goa Weekend package, this itinerary blends North Goa's lively beaches and heritage with South Goa's serene coves and artisan villages. Perfect for couples, small groups, and culture lovers looking for boutique comfort and hands-on artisan visits.
Highlights:
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Itinerary
Arrival, Check-in & Sunset at Fort Aguada
Arrive at Goa airport or railway station and transfer to your boutique hotel in Candolim / Calangute. Check-in and unwind with a welcome drink. Spend the afternoon relaxing on Candolim Beach or exploring nearby shacks. In the evening, visit Fort Aguada for panoramic sea views and a memorable sunset. Dinner at a curated beachside restaurant featuring Goan seafood specialties.
Tip: If you arrive early, enjoy a short beach walk or an introductory Ayurveda foot massage at the hotel.
Panaji Heritage Walk, Fontainhas & Mandovi Cruise
After breakfast, transfer to Panaji for a guided heritage walk in Fontainhas, the Latin Quarter known for its colorful Portuguese houses, narrow lanes, and boutique art galleries. Explore local bakeries and antique shops. Enjoy a relaxed riverside lunch.
In the late afternoon, take a scenic Mandovi River cruise (subject to schedule) to see Panaji from the water and enjoy live traditional music or sunset views. Return to your boutique hotel.
Note: The Mandovi cruise timing varies by season; alternative sunset options include a riverside café or a short ferry to the nearby village.
Artisan Workshops & North Goa Markets
Today is a hands-on craft day. Visit selected artisan studios around Assagao and Anjuna where you participate in workshops—pottery, Goan tile painting, and shell craft. Learn from local craftsmen and create a small souvenir to take home.
After the workshops, explore the lively markets of Anjuna (flea market if the day aligns) and Mapusa for textiles, spices, and handmade jewelry. Evening at leisure; optional nightlife spots nearby for light music.
Tip: Wear comfortable clothes for workshops and bring a reusable bag for market purchases.
Old Goa, Spice Plantation & Transfer to South Goa
Check out after breakfast and proceed to Old Goa to visit the UNESCO-listed churches—Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral—and absorb Goa's colonial history.
Continue to a traditional spice plantation for a guided walk, spice demonstration and a hearty Goan lunch featuring local recipes. After lunch, transfer southwards and check in to your boutique hotel near Palolem / Agonda.
Evening free to relax on the beach. Optional: Sunset at Cabo De Rama for dramatic clifftop views.
Leisure, Goa Cooking Demo & Departure
Enjoy a relaxed morning with beach time at Palolem or a gentle yoga session offered by the hotel. Participate in an optional short Goan cooking demonstration where you learn to prepare a traditional dish—perfect for foodies.
Check out and depending on your flight/train timings, stop for last-minute shopping in Panaji / Mapusa or a quick photo stop at a scenic viewpoint. Transfer to the airport/railway station for your onward journey.
Note: Standard check-out times apply; early departures will be coordinated with the hotel in advance.
Inclusions
- 4 nights accommodation in curated boutique hotels (as per itinerary)
- Daily breakfast (4)
- Arrival and departure transfers (airport/rail/station)
- Panaji heritage walk (Fontainhas) with a local guide
- Mandovi river cruise (subject to schedule)
- Artisan workshops (pottery, tile painting, shell/bamboo craft) — 1 hands-on session
- Spice plantation visit with traditional Goan lunch
- Inter-city transfers (North to South Goa) by private vehicle
- Local taxes and service charges
Exclusions
- International / domestic flights or train tickets
- Travel insurance and personal medical expenses
- Meals not specified in inclusions and personal beverages
- Tips, laundry and other personal incidental expenses
- Entrance fees to attractions not listed in inclusions
- Peak season surcharges, special festival or event tickets
- Any activities labeled optional or on-request
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