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Goa Touring & Travel Guide

Travel guide to Goa for foreign and domestic visitors - what to see beyond the beaches, when to visit, how to get there, package vs. independent travel, what to shop for, and the practical things to know.

9 min read·Updated Apr 25, 2026

Travelling to Goa by Bus - Mumbai, Pune and Bengaluru Routes

Practical guide to reaching Goa by bus from Mumbai, Pune and Bengaluru - the routes, journey times, fare ranges, the seater vs. sleeper bus question, and who buses do and do not suit.

6 min read·Updated Apr 25, 2026

Travel to Goa by air - airports, airlines and booking tips

Flying to Goa - the two airports (Dabolim GOI and the new Manohar International at Mopa GOX), routes from Delhi, Mumbai and other Indian cities, current airlines, and tips on getting a fair fare.

5 min read·Updated Apr 24, 2026

Beaches in India - an overview for visitors

Overview of India's beach destinations on the west coast, east coast and islands - regions, best season for each, water-safety notes, and a comprehensive list of beaches by state.

8 min read·Updated Apr 24, 2026

Goa boat tours and cruises - what to book and where

Mandovi River cruises, sunset and dinner cruises, dolphin spotting, mangrove backwater tours and the famous floating casinos - a guide to Goa's main on-water tourist experiences.

6 min read·Updated Apr 24, 2026

Travel to Goa by train - Mumbai, Delhi and the Konkan Railway

Train travel to Goa - Konkan Railway, main trains from Mumbai and Delhi, station options (Madgaon, Karmali, Vasco da Gama, Thivim), classes, fares and booking through IRCTC.

6 min read·Updated Apr 24, 2026