So, you wanna visit Goa? Good idea yaar, Goa is fun place. Beaches, parties, food, and chill vibes everywhere. But planning Goa trip can be little confusing if you don’t know what’s best. That’s why Goa tour packages are good option, especially if you lazy like me and don’t wanna do all research.
Why book Goa tour package?
Honestly, if you don’t wanna waste time finding hotels, transport, and sightseeing, package saves headache. Usually hotel stay, travel and sightseeing included. So you just enjoy, no tension. But of course packages cost money, so check your budget first.
Also, Goa gets crowded in peak time, like December or new year, so packages sometimes get better deals than last minute booking.
Types of Goa Packages
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Budget ones: Basic hotels, shared transport, less sightseeing. Good if you just wanna chill and not much fuss.
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Luxury: Fancy resorts, private cars, spa maybe. For those with bigger pockets.
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Family: For kids and elders, relaxed pace, good hotels.
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Adventure: Water sports, trekking, jeep rides, if you want action.
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Custom: You choose what u want and they make package for you.
What’s in package usually?
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Hotel stay: Could be cheap room or 5 star resort, depends on money.
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Transport: Airport pick up, local buses or private car.
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Food: Sometimes included, sometimes not.
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Sightseeing: Places like Baga beach, Anjuna, Dudhsagar falls, old churches, spice farms.
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Activities: Parasailing, jet ski, scuba diving, nightclubs.
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Guide: Some have local guide who tell stories and show places.
Places you must see in Goa
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Baga beach: Party place, full of bars and music, loud.
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Anjuna beach: Famous for flea market and hippie vibe.
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Palolem: Quiet, nice beach for relaxing.
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Calangute: Big beach, bit crowded but fun.
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Old Goa churches: Beautiful old Portuguese churches, peaceful.
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Dudhsagar Falls: Waterfall, bit tough to reach but very nice.
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Spice plantations: Learn about spices and eat good food.
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Nightlife: Goa famous for clubs like Tito’s, Mambo’s, dance till morning.
How to choose package?
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Check your money, no point booking expensive if you can’t afford.
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See places they cover, don’t want boring trip.
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Look hotel reviews, avoid dirty places.
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Duration should match your leave days.
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Transport type important for comfort.
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Food included or not, if not you gotta eat outside.
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Check if fun stuff like water sports included if u want.
Best time to visit
Nov to Feb is best weather. Not too hot, not rainy. Avoid monsoon season coz rain spoils fun and many places close.
Tips for Goa trip
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Always use sunscreen, sun is strong.
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Take mosquito spray if going forest or waterfalls.
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Drink less alcohol, don’t do stupid stuff.
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Bargain at markets but polite.
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Respect locals and their culture.
Package cost?
Budget starts 5-7k for 2-3 days. Mid range 10-20k. Luxury more than that. Depends on what u choose.
Why some avoid packages?
Some like freedom to roam. Packages can be strict and miss small hidden places.
How to get good deals?
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Book early in season.
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Compare prices on websites.
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Read reviews properly.
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Check cancellation policy.
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Ask about extra fees before booking.
Final thoughts
Goa is awesome place. Tour package helps if you want stress free trip. Just pick package smartly and get ready to enjoy beach, food, and party.