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Goa Monsoon Wellness and Heritage

5 nights from Goa, exploring Tambdi Surla, Dabal plantation trails, and relaxing café culture
Duration
5 nights
Destination
Goa
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The journey

Trade the standard beach itinerary for a thoughtful monsoon journey into Goa's lush interior. Settle into your boutique stay and discover the tranquil beauty of the Western Ghats during the rainy season. Marvel at the ancient 12th-century Kadamba architecture of Tambdi Surla Temple, take guided nature walks through verdant forests, and cool off under natural waterfalls.

Enjoy dedicated time for self-care and relaxation, explore Goa's contemporary artisanal café culture, and travel inland to Dabal for an eco-resort experience. Walk through fragrant spice plantations, savour authentic local Goan cuisine, and experience the quieter, restorative side of Goa away from the coastal crowds.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Tambdi Surla Temple: visit the ancient Kadamba-era basalt stone temple framed by the Western Ghats

02

Forest nature trails: discover rich biodiversity, endemic wildlife, and medicinal plants with an expert naturalist

03

Natural waterfalls: cool off with a refreshing dip in natural countryside cascades and streams

04

Goa café trail: discover artisanal coffee, fresh bakes, and vibrant contemporary culinary lifestyle

05

Dabal eco-resort: walk through verdant spice plantations and enjoy an authentic local buffet lunch

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

Start with this itinerary. In your draft, change the stops, stays and activities to suit your holiday.

6 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
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Day 1 · Goa

Arrival in Goa

Arrive in Goa, meet your driver, and transfer to your accommodation. Complete check-in and take some time to unwind from your journey. Spend the remainder of the day at your own leisure. You can explore the surrounding neighbourhood, check out local cafés, or simply soak in the laid-back monsoon ambience. Overnight stay in Goa.

Meal notes

Meals not included

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Day 2 · Goa

Tambdi Surla Temple and Forest Cascade

After breakfast, drive inland towards the foothills of the Western Ghats to Tambdi Surla. Explore the Kadamba-era Mahadev Temple, intricately carved from basalt stone. Next, embark on a guided nature walk along forest trails with an expert naturalist, learning about local wildlife, medicinal plants, and endemic species. Take a refreshing dip in a natural water cascade before enjoying an authentic traditional Goan lunch. Return to your accommodation for an overnight stay in Goa.

Meal notes

Breakfast and lunch included

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Day 3 · Goa

Wellness and Rejuvenation

Following breakfast, dedicate your day to relaxation, rest, and self-care. You can choose to join guided yoga sessions in tranquil spaces or book rejuvenating Ayurveda and luxury spa treatments. Experience deep relaxation with soothing sound healing vibrations, or spend quiet hours in the reading lounges and rain meditation decks surrounded by gentle monsoon showers. Overnight stay in Goa.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

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Day 4 · Goa

Goa's Café Exploration

Start with a relaxed morning at your stay, enjoying the property's serene atmosphere and monsoon greenery. Later in the day, head out to explore Goa's buzzing café culture. Hop between popular local cafés renowned for artisanal coffees, fresh bakes, and creative menus. Experience contemporary lifestyle spots, thoughtful interiors, and a lively social vibe before returning to your hotel. Overnight stay in Goa.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

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Day 5 · Goa

Country Excursion to Dabal

After breakfast, journey inland to Dabal in the Goan countryside. You will reach a beautiful eco-resort where you can savor an authentic regional breakfast. Stroll through verdant plantation trails with a local guide, identifying native plant and animal species. Walk onward to a natural waterfall cascade for a cool swim amidst the Western Ghats. Return to the eco-resort for an authentic local lunch buffet, follow a sensory spice trail to learn about regional herbs, and finish with evening tea and biscuits. Overnight stay in Goa.

Meal notes

Breakfast and lunch included

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Day 6 · Goa

Departure from Goa

Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation before checking out. Transfer to the airport or railway station for your onward journey, taking home fond memories of Goa's rainforests, spice estates, waterfalls, and tranquil monsoon landscapes. Your tour concludes here.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 6

This is your starting plan. Available flights, hotels and activity options are checked when you build your draft.

Find your kind of holiday

Places worth exploring

The well-known sights and a few quieter discoveries. Explore photos and reviews, then shape your days in the draft.

Tambdi Surla Temple

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Tambdi Surla Temple

Centuries-old Kadamba-era temple carved from black basalt rock in dense Western Ghats jungle.

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Western Ghats Forest Trails

Guided rainforest walk highlighting medicinal plants, regional biodiversity, and endemic species.

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Dabal Eco-Resort and Plantation

Idyllic countryside property featuring spice walks, lush plantation trails, and authentic buffet lunches.

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Dabal Waterfall Cascade

Secluded forest waterfall offering clean natural cascades perfect for a refreshing swim.

These are ideas for your trip. Entry, tickets and opening times need checking; only services in your final booking are included.

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What to budget for

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In this holiday plan

  • 5 nights in 4-star accommodation in Goa on a breakfast-only basis
  • Private vehicle as per the itinerary (Dzire, Innova, or Tempo Traveller)
  • Tambdi Surla Temple excursion with traditional Goan lunch
  • Dabal excursion with local lunch
  • Toll taxes, parking charges, fuel charges, and driver allowances
  • Sightseeing as per the itinerary

Plan for these extras

  • −Personal expenses such as telephone calls, internet usage, laundry, room service, tips, beverages, etc.
  • −Ayurveda therapies, sound healing sessions, yoga sessions, rain meditation experiences, reading lounge access, luxury spa therapies, and any wellness treatments unless specifically mentioned in the inclusions.
  • −Any meals other than those specifically mentioned in the inclusions.
  • −Additional sightseeing, excursions, or activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • −Water sports, cruises, boating activities, and other adventure or recreational activities.
  • −Entry fees for monuments, museums, churches, forts, parks, wildlife sanctuaries, jeep safaris, or any other attractions unless specifically mentioned in the inclusions.
  • −Room heater charges, if applicable.
  • −Travel insurance.
  • −Any item not specifically mentioned under the inclusions section.

A little preparation goes a long way

Good to know

Useful details to help you decide, with the finer points confirmed for your own trip.

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Local currencyIndian Rupee (₹)
Your starting price₹27,400

per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru, all stays and all transfers. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, guide, activities, meals.

Local know-how
  • Heavy monsoon downpours may lead to modifications or cancellations of outdoor trails and waterfall visits per local government safety advisories.
  • Wellness treatments, yoga, sound healing, and spa therapies on Day 3 are optional and come at an additional charge.
  • Carry slip-resistant footwear and quick-drying clothing suitable for walking on wet forest and plantation trails.
When is the best time to visit Goa?

Our travel experts advise the ideal window for Goa when you request your tailored quote.

How many days is Goa Monsoon Wellness and Heritage?

6 days and 5 nights.

What are the must-see highlights of Goa?

Tambdi Surla Temple; Western Ghats Forest Trails; Dabal Eco-Resort and Plantation; Dabal Waterfall Cascade.

Who is Goa Monsoon Wellness and Heritage best suited to?

couples, families, friends

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

Yes. Choose Customise this holiday, add your dates and travellers, and open your Shasa draft. Ask Shasa to add or remove stops, compare flights and hotels, and adjust activities before booking. Our travel experts can also help on WhatsApp.

How much does Goa Monsoon Wellness and Heritage cost?

From ₹27,400 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru, all stays and all transfers. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, guide, activities, meals.. This is a starting price. Choose Customise this holiday to enter your dates and travellers, compare available options in your draft and review the updated total before checkout.

What's included in this 5-night itinerary?

5 nights in 4-star accommodation in Goa on a breakfast-only basis; Private vehicle as per the itinerary (Dzire, Innova, or Tempo Traveller); Tambdi Surla Temple excursion with traditional Goan lunch; Dabal excursion with local lunch; Toll taxes, parking charges, fuel charges, and driver allowances; Sightseeing as per the itinerary. These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.

What is not included in Goa Monsoon Wellness and Heritage?

Personal expenses such as telephone calls, internet usage, laundry, room service, tips, beverages, etc.; Ayurveda therapies, sound healing sessions, yoga sessions, rain meditation experiences, reading lounge access, luxury spa therapies, and any wellness treatments unless specifically mentioned in the inclusions.; Any meals other than those specifically mentioned in the inclusions.; Additional sightseeing, excursions, or activities not mentioned in the itinerary.; Water sports, cruises, boating activities, and other adventure or recreational activities.; Entry fees for monuments, museums, churches, forts, parks, wildlife sanctuaries, jeep safaris, or any other attractions unless specifically mentioned in the inclusions.; Room heater charges, if applicable.; Travel insurance..

How do I book Goa Monsoon Wellness and Heritage?

Choose Customise this holiday and tell Shasa your departure city, dates and travellers. Review the draft, choose your available flight and hotel options, and adjust the itinerary. Check the final price and each service's booking terms before continuing to checkout. Creating a draft does not make a booking.

Do I need a visa for Goa?

Visa requirements depend on your passport, residence and destinations. Ask a NxVoy travel expert about the documents, timing and any visa-service charges for your trip before booking.

Starting price
₹27,400
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru, all stays and all transfers. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, guide, activities, meals.
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