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Daman Weekend Escape: Portuguese Citadels, Casuarina Shores & Sea Breezes
Devka Beach
→ Nani Daman
→ Moti Daman
→ Jampore Beach
→ Departure
Package Inclusions
Meals
Hotels
Transfers
Overview
Trade the pace of the city for the relaxed sea breezes of Daman on this 4-day coastal retreat with SkyGlobals. Walk along the high stone ramparts of the 16th-century Moti Daman and Nani Daman Forts, admire the centuries-old gilded wooden altarpiece of the Church of Bom Jesus, and photograph the open-air ruins of the Dominican Monastery. Unwind beneath the shady casuarina trees of Jampore Beach, try exciting water sports on firm golden sands, and watch the sunset from the lively seaside promenade of Devka Beach. Complete with dedicated private chauffeur-driven transport, verified coastal resort stays, and daily breakfast, this itinerary delivers a refreshing seaside weekend escape.
Tour Itinerary
Day 3
09:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Moti Daman Citadel & Monastic Ruins): Enter the massive polygon citadel of Moti Daman Fort (constructed in 1559), spanning over 30,000 square meters with deep perimeter moats and 10 bastions. Walk the wide ramparts overlooking the sea. Step inside the Church of Bom Jesus (completed in 1603) to admire its hand-carved, gold-leaf-gilded wood altarpiece crafted by Goan and Portuguese artisans. Walk through the weathered stone arches of the Dominican Monastery ruins, a 16th-century theological headquarters that now stands as an open-air historical monument.
01:30 PM – 06:30 PM (Casuarina Shores & Water Sports at Jampore Beach): Drive south past Moti Daman to Jampore Beach, widely regarded as Daman's finest recreational shoreline. Shaded by dense groves of Casuarina trees, the beach features dark, firm sand and gentle, shallow low tides that make it safe for swimming and long barefoot walks.
Adventure Activities (Optional):
Parasailing along the coastal breeze
Jet-ski rides and banana boat tours
Horse-drawn buggy rides and ATV quad biking along the hard-packed sand
Watch the golden sunset over the Arabian Sea before heading back to the resort. Savor a farewell coastal dinner. Overnight stay in Daman.
01:30 PM – 06:30 PM (Casuarina Shores & Water Sports at Jampore Beach): Drive south past Moti Daman to Jampore Beach, widely regarded as Daman's finest recreational shoreline. Shaded by dense groves of Casuarina trees, the beach features dark, firm sand and gentle, shallow low tides that make it safe for swimming and long barefoot walks.
Adventure Activities (Optional):
Parasailing along the coastal breeze
Jet-ski rides and banana boat tours
Horse-drawn buggy rides and ATV quad biking along the hard-packed sand
Watch the golden sunset over the Arabian Sea before heading back to the resort. Savor a farewell coastal dinner. Overnight stay in Daman.
Day 4
08:30 AM – 10:30 AM (Leisure & Souvenirs): Savor a relaxed breakfast overlooking the coast. Take a final walk along the shore or make an optional 20-minute morning detour south to the historic coastal town of Udvada, the spiritual capital of Zoroastrianism in India. Stroll through quiet lanes lined with 150-year-old wooden-veranda Parsi heritage houses and pick up fresh Brun Pav, mawa cakes, and bakery biscuits.
11:30 AM (Check-Out & Return Transit): Check out from your resort. Your chauffeur will provide a prompt transfer to Vapi Railway Station (VAPI - 12 km) or drive you directly back to Mumbai / Surat / Thane, arriving home by late afternoon.
11:30 AM (Check-Out & Return Transit): Check out from your resort. Your chauffeur will provide a prompt transfer to Vapi Railway Station (VAPI - 12 km) or drive you directly back to Mumbai / Surat / Thane, arriving home by late afternoon.
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Morning Road / Rail Transfer: Meet your chauffeur at Vapi Railway Station (VAPI) or receive a private doorstep pickup from Mumbai/Surat by 07:30 AM. Drive along NH-48 into the coastal enclave of Daman by 11:30 AM.Check-In & Leisure: Check into your beachfront resort or hotel near Devka or Moti Daman. Unpack, freshen up, and enjoy a relaxed lunch featuring local seafood (pomfret, kingfish, prawns) or authentic Gujarati-Parsi dishes. 04:30 PM – 07:00 PM (Devka Beach Promenade): Head to Devka Beach. Stroll along the elevated seafront promenade, watch the waves crash against the rocky breakwaters at high tide, and relax with chilled tender coconut water.Evening: Dine at a coastal restaurant with open-air sea seating. Overnight stay in Daman.
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09:30 AM – 11:30 AM (Nani Daman Fort & River Lighthouse): Cross to the northern bank of the Damanganga River to explore Nani Daman Fort (Fort of St. Jerome). Walk along the high stone ramparts enclosing the Church of Our Lady of the Sea and an antique colonial cemetery. Climb up to the stone lighthouse bastion for 360-degree views of the river mouth, where colorful wooden fishing trawlers dock.11:45 AM – 01:15 PM (Jetty Garden & Riverfront): Walk through the tranquil Moti Daman Jetty Garden beside the river estuary. Stop for lunch at a local garden restaurant. 03:30 PM – 06:30 PM (Old Town Markets & Mirasol Lake Garden): Stroll through the bustling Nani Daman bazaars to browse leather footwear, handmade bamboo souvenirs, and local sweets. Take an optional excursion to Mirasol Lake Garden (Kadaiya Lake) to enjoy paddle boating among artificial islands linked by arched bridges. Overnight stay in Daman.
