Goa Tour Packages

Goa Packages

Major Highlights of Goa

Location: South-western coast of India 

Population: 18.2 lacs

Popular as: "Pearl of the Orient" and a "Tourist Paradise"

Capital: Panaji

Languages Spoke: Konkani, English, Hindi

When should you visit Goa?

The best time to visit Goa is between the months of November to February because the weather is perfect with temperate climate suiting vacations. Another pro to this time is that all the beach shacks are open during these months with exposures to a plethora of water sports like banana boat ride, jet ski, parasailing, and so on.

Top Reasons to Visit Goa

India Bike Week: One of the most exciting festivals in Goa which attracts tourists is the India Bike Week which is an event organized for all the bike enthusiasts from all across the globe and showcase their bike riding talents.

Sao Joao Feast, Across Goa (Siolim Particularly): One of the main Christian Festivals in Goa is the Sao Joao Feast, Across Goa (Siolim Particularly) where several customs are followed. The most beautiful activity is the one in which the newlywed groom jumps into the well to impress his bride.

Goa Carnival: Goa Carnival is also known as Goan Carnival or Intruz which is one of the most-sought attractions of the people, filled with music, dance and delicious food. With the bygone times, Goa Carnival has become the most popular festival that is not only attended by the local people but also the tourists traveling here from faraway places. The Carnival holds its history stretching back to the ancient Roman Empire.

International Film Festival of India: The International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is a stunning event that is capable of gathering a huge crowds! From super filmmakers, directors, and actors, you get a whole insight of Indian films and introducing it to the global platform. 

Sufi Sutra International Sufi Music Festival By Kala Academy Goa: If you are fond of Sufi music, then get your footsteps in Goa where you get to attend the Sufi Sutra International Sufi Musical Festival where performers from different countries collaborate to present musical items in a plethora of ways.

Igitun Chalne: This is a religious festival celebrated in Goa, in a temple of Sirigao located in Bicholim Taluka. The devotees walk on the scorching coal in the honor of Goddess Lairaya to showcase divine devotion. This is the reason why this festival gathers a huge crowd of visitors every year!

Shigmo Festival: Shigmo is the festival of colors that goes on for a tenure of 5 days, marked by the Hindu community depicting the coloring of idols as per the tales of Hindu Mythology. They dress up in traditional clothes and also perform the folk dance to spend the day with excellence!

How to Reach Goa for a Holiday?

Goa gets visited by over a million tourists every year and hence it is easily accessible by flight, train and bus/cars. 

If you want to chose a flight to reach Goa, then Mumbai International airport or Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is the nearest, from where roadways can direct you to Goa.

There are a total of 6 railway stations in Goa but the ones mostly used are Vasco-Da-Gama and Madgaon in South and North Goa, respectively. 

If you want to choose roadways to reach Goa, then you can easily commute from all the major cities like Pune, Bangalore, Pune and New Delhi by deluxe bus services.

The Major Places to Visit in Goa

Calangute Beach: This is the largest beach in North Goa which extends from Candolim to Baga. It gathers millions of tourists throughout the year from all over the world. From well-maintained accommodation to sumptuous food, you get served with the top-notch hospitality added on with awesome sports activities.

Basilica of Bom Jesus: This church marks the religious resemblance of the people in Goa which holds historical essence since its inception in 1594. This church is regarded as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites which also holds the ruins and remains of St. Francis Xavier.

Fort Aguada: This fort had incepted in the year 1612 and stands on the beach south of Candolim, at the shore of Mandovi River. The meaning of Aguada is Water which has derived its name from the freshwater spring that provided water supply to the ships that used to stop by.

Baga Beach: This stands to be one of the most popular beaches in North Goa which is just 30 km away from the Calangute beach. It witnesses tourists throughout the year for its wonderful nightlife and charming sunsets. Other than that tuck in some savoring foods and also try your hands at the several water sports available.

Club Cubana, Calangute: This club holds its emphasis for the Saturday Nightlife on the Arpora Hill which is one of the best places for the youngsters. 

Things to Do in Goa:

1. Pay visit to the Se Cathedral
2. Enjoy music and dance in Club LPK
3. Go clubbing at Mambos, Calangute
4. Visit the Butterfly Conservatory of Goa
5. Pay a visit to the Sri Mahadeva Temple
6. Enjoy several water sports while you are exploring the beaches (Baga, Calangute, Benaulim, Candolim, etc) in Goa
7. Go for a cruise in Goa

Why travel with Swan Tours for a Goa Tour Package?

Swan Tours has a great relationship and contracted lowest rates with all categories of hotels and resorts in Goa , It serves both its domestic and international travel enthusiasts with the best possible accommodation, tickets, transport, eateries and so on. It keeps the needs and comfort of its clients above everything else and provides services at budget-friendly rates.