Goa Christmas holiday package

Goa Christmas holiday package


Goa Christmas holiday package: Overview

If you ask for the best place in India, where you can fest for Christmas best, then we would suggest Goa. The beaches of Goa are famous for its Christmas festivals. There is no replacement for the magnificent carnivals that you can attend here. People across the India come to Goa for celebrating Christmas. Some famous churches to visit during Christmas time in Goa include Basilica of Bom Jesus and  Se Cathedral. Holidaytravel.co helps you to make your Christmas on the land of Goa it stands as the most accurate place for witnessing the vibrant Christmas celebrations. Being a part of Goa during this time of the year will surely make your Christmas the most cherished one of your life

Why you must visit Goa during Christmas

Tourist must visit Goa for celebrating Christmas it is a beautiful place gifted with some of the most beautiful beaches in India, a pleasant climate, lots of greenery and the most chilled out people in the country. Goa is synonymous with fun and relaxation and there is no better time to visit Goa during Christmas. There is a huge croud collect from different states to celebrate Christmas in Goa, Christian dominated area with historical churches and rich Christian tradition, to be in Goa during Christmas time is to be in some luck. Besides the night clubs, there are many beach parties that happen across the best beaches in Goa such as Vagator, Baga and Anjuna beach. One can also enjoy themselves at the many beach shacks too throughout the night. For a unique experience The night life of Goa in December is legendary and at christmas  time these nightclub offer the best booze in town and throw the best parties.

Goa Christmas Holiday Packages: Rates & Hotel

Package Inclusion:

• Welcome refreshments on arrival. 
• Both Ways Scheduled Transfers from Airport/Bus/Stations or Nearest Railway station in a Ac Coach.
• One full Day South Goa Sightseeing in Ac coach.
• Gala Dinner on Christmas Eve
• Complimentary 60 minutes WiFi Daily.
• Free usage of Swimming pool ( with proper swimming costumes ), Gym
• Complimentary Head or Foot Massage for a couple for 15 minutes  (once during the stay )
• Tea / Coffee maker in room ( replenished once daily ).
• 2 complimentary bottled water ( 500 ml ) per Night.
• 20 % discount on The Saloon & spa.
• Daily Breakfast
• Inclusive of all taxes.

Package Exclusion:

• Airfare or Railway fare
• Any personal expenses
• Apart from not mention in inclusion

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                                                                               (Christmas Eve)

Goa Christmas holiday package: Itinerary

Day 01: Arrived at Dabolin airport or Margoa railway station

After arrived at Dabolin international airport or Margoa railway station and meet with our representative and you will transfer to hotel. After freshen up and get ready you will visit to famous beach of Goa to spend your day their with enjoy.  You will visit to Baga beach and Calangute beach which are mostly visited place in Goa. Overnight stay in hotel

Day 02: Enjoying the Christmas celebration

After breakfast you will visit the very famous Church of Goa which is Basilica de Bom Jesus it is also known as (old Goa church).  After that you will spend your day to visit some nearest place from onward or you will be free at your leisure. In the evening you will visit to enjoy Christmas Celebration which is widely well arrange in each part of Goa which includes Bonfire parties, Christmas Eve dance.

Bonfire parties: Bonfire parties, cookie swap bashes, beach volleyball contests, sand castle competitions and so much more to keep the good times rolling. Feel the wind in your hair and the waves tickling your feet as Goa mesmerises you with its festive magic.

Christmas Eve dance:  Pull out your bow-tie and kick off those heels and move like never before at the much-awaited Christmas Eve Dance that starts at 2 a.m. on December 25th, soon after the Midnight Mass. Jive, waltz or fox-trot to the local bands strumming those retro numbers or shimmy to the beats of the local Konkani numbers as the fun continues till early morning
 

Day 03: South Goa tour

After breakfast you will visit for south Goa tour which has  very popular holiday spot in Goa for people from around the world. The place is revered for its spectacular beaches, scenic beauty, expensive food and experienced culture. You will visit to some famous siteseeings which include Dona Paula, Old Goa church. After reach Tropical spice plantation you will have lunch and visit with the tour guide and get knowledge about spice plantation. Then visit Miramar Beach after that in the evening you may visit for 1 hour cruise ride on the Mandovi river.

Dona Paula: Dona Paula is a famous tourist destination and former village in the suburbs of Panaji, Goa. Initially called Oddavell, the villagers decided to rename the village as Dona Paula after Paula Amaral Antonio de Souto Maior, a historical figure in Portuguese India. She was the daughter of the Portuguese Viceroy of Jaffnapatnam, in Sri Lanka. She and her family arrived in Goa in 1644 and she married a Fidalgo from Spain in 1656. Dona Paula was a woman of charity and is known to have helped the villagers and worked a lot for their betterment

Basilica de Bom Jesus: Famous for being the first Minor Basilica in India, the Basilica of Bom Jesus is located 10 km east of Panaji, in Old Goa (Velha Goa). It is perhaps Goa’s most famous church and among the most revered by Christians worldwide. Dedicated to Infant Jesus, the church has been declared a World Heritage Monument. Bom Jesus literally means ‘Infant Jesus’ or ‘Good Jesus.

Day 04: Departs from Goa

After breakfast you will drop to airprt or railway station for onwards journey. Tour end

                                                                        (Basilica de Bom Jesus)

Events in Goa during Christmas

There are several events which is performing during Christmas celebration which is Night club party, Candle light dinner on Baga beach with the great music and accessories and  speciall event during the Christmas. Party are held in Cruies and arrange a well conducted and enjoyable platform to visit 
 

Things to do in Goa at Christmas

Calangute Streets for a Shopping Ride:  Soul-warming sun, plenty of white sand, palm trees, crystal clear blue water, and fragrant sea air is what Calangute beach is all about.The Beatles who used to come to Calangute in the late sixties to rest and enjoy beach life, this luscious stretch of silvery sand is considered as Goa’s most beautiful and The Queen of all beaches An ultimate destination to spend the most exquisite experience of one’s life, Calangute sees an influx of charter tourists, as well as low budget tourists and backpackers year after year. Before the place saw a number of British and European tourists, but now, it is the Israelis and The Russians who are profiled as a growing proportion of the international tourists in Goa.

Panjim City & the Church:  Panaji means “land that never floods”. It has terraced hills, concrete buildings with balconies, red-tiled roofs, churches, and a riverside promenade. There are avenues lined with gulmohar, acacia and other trees. The Baroque Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church is located overlooking the main square known as Praça da Igreja. Pretty villas, cobbled streets and interesting buildings give Panaji a Portuguese ambience. The official name is Panaji. The Portuguese name was Pangim. The city is called Panjim in English. The city is called ponnjé in Konkani. Panjim City at Sunset. Panjim is the capital of the Indian state of Goa and the headquarters ofNorth Goa district. It lies on the banks of the Mandovi River estuary in Tiswadi taluka.

5 best Reasons why Goa is the best place to celebrate Christmas

Cake mixing ceremony and gourmet lessons: Bring in the festive mood and make merry by mixing colourful cherries, dates, plums and dry fruit with the ‘spirits of the season’ like rum, whisky and wine with a merry band of the locals. Sneak in a gourmet class or two with the friendly local chef to whip up a storm of local delicacies and surprise your folks for Christmas

Go crib hopping around Goa: Get your Christmas spirit up and bring your creativity to the fore by participating in the crib-making and star-making competitions, a cherished Christmas tradition in Goa. Or simply go crib hopping around Goa to check out the most enchanting displays.

Candlelight dinner on a river cruise in Panaji: Drink in the beauty of riverside Goa and open Arabian Sea on an early evening river cruise, as the pretty city of Panaji, in all her Christmas finery, flows by. Folk dance performances and foot-tapping music provided by the live band will add that zing to your romantic dinner, with the lit up riverfront acting as the perfect backdrop.

Missa de Galo: Head to the nearest 400 plus year old Church in Goa and enjoy the traditional midnight mass or Missa De Galo. It starts with fireworks and ends with a flood of Christmas wishes. The solemn hymns and carols, pealing church bells, glittering fairy lights and prayers all around will make this an unforgettable experience.

Christmas Eve dance: Pull out your bow-tie and kick off those heels and move like never before at the much-awaited Christmas Eve Dance that starts at 2 a.m. on December 25th, soon after the Midnight Mass. Jive, waltz or fox-trot to the local bands strumming those retro numbers or shimmy to the beats of the local Konkani numbers as the fun continues till early morning

Goa Nightlife

After the sun dies down and the stars take up the sky, Goa nightlife begins. As much as the city is known for its beaches, local rave parties attract equal attention. Beach shacks or small beach joints are more popular in Goa rather than expensive restaurants and pubs. Most of these shacks serve alcohol (specially chilled beer) along with the other nutties and are open until late in the night.

During Monsoons, Mambo's and Tito's at Baga Beach both rock all year round. The bar at The Park Hotel in Calangute is alao jam packed. Live musicians are running at back Cavala, near Baga Beach offering live retro and  rock on Friday nights and retro, jive, and salsa on Saturday nights. In fact, legendary nightclubs in Goa such as Club Cubana, Cafe Mambo, and Tito's have even become part of the sightseeing itinerary to an extent.

How to reach Goa

Serene beaches, delicious sea food and myriad ancient architecture are some of the prime factors that draw visitors to Goa from all across the country and globe alike. This beach destination is quite easily accessible from various parts of India by air, rail and road. Dabolim Airport, about 26 km away from Panaji, connects the city with the rest of world while Madgaon Railway Station and Vasco da Gama Railway Station are the two major railheads here. Those travelling by road from nearby cities and towns can choose between options for intra-city and inter-city buses. read more...

Best time to visit Goa

Mid-November to Mid-February: These are the best months to visit the party capital since the weather is pleasantly cool and comfortable. It’s the perfect time to relax on the beaches amidst other tourists  who make the most of these three months in Goa. December is the time when Goa witnesses one of its most popular festivals, Sunburn, besides extensive Christmas and New Year celebrations and is home to lakhs of visitors from across the world.

Goa Christmas Holiday Packages: Rates & Hotel

Package Inclusion:

• Welcome refreshments on arrival. 
• Both Ways Scheduled Transfers from Airport/Bus/Stations or Nearest Railway station in a Ac Coach.
• One full Day South Goa Sightseeing in Ac coach.
• Gala Dinner on Christmas Eve
• Complimentary 60 minutes WiFi Daily.
• Free usage of Swimming pool ( with proper swimming costumes ), Gym
• Complimentary Head or Foot Massage for a couple for 15 minutes  (once during the stay )
• Tea / Coffee maker in room ( replenished once daily ).
• 2 complimentary bottled water ( 500 ml ) per Night.
• 20 % discount on The Saloon & spa.
• Daily Breakfast
• Inclusive of all taxes.

Package Exclusion:

• Airfare or Railway fare
• Any personal expenses
• Apart from not mention in inclusion

Goa Christmas holiday package: Itinerary

Day 01: Arrived at Dabolin airport or Margoa railway station

After arrived at Dabolin international airport or Margoa railway station and meet with our representative and you will transfer to hotel. After freshen up and get ready you will visit to famous beach of Goa to spend your day their with enjoy.  You will visit to Baga beach and Calangute beach which are mostly visited place in Goa. Overnight stay in hotel

Day 02: Enjoying the Christmas celebration

After breakfast you will visit the very famous Church of Goa which is Basilica de Bom Jesus it is also known as (old Goa church).  After that you will spend your day to visit some nearest place from onward or you will be free at your leisure. In the evening you will visit to enjoy Christmas Celebration which is widely well arrange in each part of Goa which includes Bonfire parties, Christmas Eve dance.

Bonfire parties: Bonfire parties, cookie swap bashes, beach volleyball contests, sand castle competitions and so much more to keep the good times rolling. Feel the wind in your hair and the waves tickling your feet as Goa mesmerises you with its festive magic.

Christmas Eve dance:  Pull out your bow-tie and kick off those heels and move like never before at the much-awaited Christmas Eve Dance that starts at 2 a.m. on December 25th, soon after the Midnight Mass. Jive, waltz or fox-trot to the local bands strumming those retro numbers or shimmy to the beats of the local Konkani numbers as the fun continues till early morning
 

Day 03: South Goa tour

After breakfast you will visit for south Goa tour which has  very popular holiday spot in Goa for people from around the world. The place is revered for its spectacular beaches, scenic beauty, expensive food and experienced culture. You will visit to some famous siteseeings which include Dona Paula, Old Goa church. After reach Tropical spice plantation you will have lunch and visit with the tour guide and get knowledge about spice plantation. Then visit Miramar Beach after that in the evening you may visit for 1 hour cruise ride on the Mandovi river.

Dona Paula: Dona Paula is a famous tourist destination and former village in the suburbs of Panaji, Goa. Initially called Oddavell, the villagers decided to rename the village as Dona Paula after Paula Amaral Antonio de Souto Maior, a historical figure in Portuguese India. She was the daughter of the Portuguese Viceroy of Jaffnapatnam, in Sri Lanka. She and her family arrived in Goa in 1644 and she married a Fidalgo from Spain in 1656. Dona Paula was a woman of charity and is known to have helped the villagers and worked a lot for their betterment

Basilica de Bom Jesus: Famous for being the first Minor Basilica in India, the Basilica of Bom Jesus is located 10 km east of Panaji, in Old Goa (Velha Goa). It is perhaps Goa’s most famous church and among the most revered by Christians worldwide. Dedicated to Infant Jesus, the church has been declared a World Heritage Monument. Bom Jesus literally means ‘Infant Jesus’ or ‘Good Jesus.

Day 04: Departs from Goa

After breakfast you will drop to airprt or railway station for onwards journey. Tour end