TourGolden Triangle Tour
- 5★ hotels in three cities
- Direct from London Heathrow
- Private driver for the tour
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Goa Beach Week
Seven nights at a 5-star beach hotel in Candolim, with breakfast each morning, return flights and airport transfers.
- 7 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- Direct in winter, or one stop
From
£879
per person · 2 sharing
About this holiday
Seven nights by the sea at Candolim, on the long sandy beach that runs north from Fort Aguada to Calangute and Baga. Candolim is quieter than its neighbours, with hotels and beach shacks set back from the sand.
The package includes return flights from London, a 5-star beach hotel with breakfast each morning and return airport transfers. Spend the week on the beach, or take day trips to Panaji, the churches of Old Goa or the cliffs and coves of Vagator and Chapora.
- Duration
- 9 days, 7 nights
- Board
- Bed & breakfast
- Hotel
- 5★ beach hotel in Candolim
- Flights
- Direct in winter, or one stop
- Transfers
- Return, approx. 1 hr
- Good for
- Families, couples, friends
5★ beach hotel in Candolim
You stay in a 5-star hotel on or close to Candolim Beach. Hotels here are usually low-rise, set in gardens with a pool, with air-conditioned rooms and a breakfast buffet; many have family rooms. We confirm the hotel with each quote.
Hotel features
- Outdoor pool
- Breakfast buffet daily
- Air conditioning
- Free Wi-Fi
- Gardens near the beach
- Family rooms at many hotels
Distance from the hotel area
- Candolim Beachon the beach or nearby
- Fort Aguadaapprox. 10 mins by road
- Calanguteapprox. 10 mins by road
- Panajiapprox. 30 mins by road
- Vagator and Chaporaapprox. 40 mins by road
- Mopa Airport (GOX)approx. 1 hr by road
Times are approximate and depend on your hotel and traffic.
Included in the price
Included
- Return flights from London, with checked baggage
- 7 nights in a 5★ beach hotel in Candolim
- Breakfast every morning
- Return airport transfers in Goa
- ATOL protection under ATOL 10416
- A UK consultant before and during your trip
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Your India e-Visa and its fee
- Excursions, boat trips and entry fees
- Lunches, dinners and drinks
Before you go
Flight time
Approx. 9 to 10 hours direct from London Gatwick or Manchester in winter, or longer with one stop. Candolim is approx. 1 hour from both Goa airports, Mopa (GOX) and Dabolim (GOI).
Time difference
India is 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of the UK in winter and 4 hours 30 minutes ahead in summer.
Money
The currency is the Indian rupee (INR). Cards are accepted in most hotels and larger shops; carry cash for markets, tips and auto-rickshaws.
Dress and etiquette
Dress modestly away from the beach. At mosques, temples and churches, cover your shoulders and knees and remove your shoes; women may be asked to cover their hair.
Language
Hindi and English are widely used. Konkani is the language of Goa and Malayalam of Kerala; English is spoken in most hotels.
Weather
Candolim averages around 32–33°C from November to March, with the sea at around 27–28°C. June to September is the monsoon, with heavy rain and rough seas.
Day by day
Days 3 to 8 are yours to plan. These are suggestions; excursions, boat trips and entry fees are not included.
- Day 1
Fly to Goa
Fly from London to Goa, approx. 9 to 10 hours on the direct winter flights, or longer with one stop. Most flights arrive late at night or early the next morning.
- Day 2
Arrive in Candolim
Your driver meets you at the airport for the transfer to your hotel in Candolim, approx. 1 hour from Mopa or Dabolim.
- Days 3–4
Candolim and Fort Aguada
Settle in by the pool, then walk south along the beach to Sinquerim and up to Fort Aguada, a 17th-century Portuguese fort with a lighthouse and views along the coast.
- Day 5
Panaji and Old Goa
Take a day trip to Panaji, approx. 30 minutes away, to walk the narrow streets of Fontainhas, the old Latin quarter. Continue to Old Goa, where the Portuguese-era churches are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Days 6–8
Free days
Visit the cliffs and coves of Vagator and Chapora, approx. 40 minutes north, take a boat trip to look for dolphins, or tour a spice farm near Ponda. We can arrange excursions on request.
- Day 9
Fly home
Breakfast at your hotel, then your transfer back to the airport for your flight to the UK.
Questions about this package
Are there direct flights from the UK to Goa?
Yes, in winter. TUI runs direct charter flights from London Gatwick and Manchester, usually from November to March, and in recent seasons they have landed at Mopa (GOX). The flight takes approx. 9 to 10 hours. At other times you fly with one stop, via Mumbai, Delhi or the Gulf. We confirm the flights with your quote.
Which Goa airport will I fly into?
Goa has two airports. Mopa (GOX), in the north of the state, is where the UK charter flights have landed in recent seasons, and Dabolim (GOI), further south, has many flights from Mumbai and Delhi. Candolim is approx. 1 hour from either.
Is Candolim a quiet place to stay?
Quieter than its neighbours. Calangute and Baga, just to the north, are busier and have more late-night bars, while Candolim has a long beach, hotels in gardens and Fort Aguada at its southern end. For a calmer stay, ask us about South Goa.
Is halal food available in Goa?
Less easily than in Delhi or Kerala. Some restaurants serve halal meat, and seafood and vegetarian dishes are on most menus. Many Goan dishes contain pork, and beach shacks often serve alcohol, so ask before you order. We can check halal breakfast and meal options with your hotel before you book.
Do I need a visa for India?
Yes. UK passport holders need a visa to visit India, and an e-Visa for tourism is available online. Apply before you travel and check the current entry rules, including passport validity.
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