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This part of the trip is open to change: Dec 28 to Jan 2 Goa

And you already have reservations?

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Hello! I have reserved a round trip flight from NYC to Mumbai from Dec 15 to Jan 3.

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You could consider spending time in Bhuvaneswar Konarak Chilka Lake and Puri and flying out of Hyderabad or Kolkatta.

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No girl dear, I asked if you have a place to stay in Goa.

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Don't miss Delhi and Agra as it is the best time to visit. Reduce one day for this part. Increase a day in Goa. Remove Kerala from your plan, otherwise it will become very hectic. Christmas in Delhi and New Year in Kerala..... wow. Any specific info u seek in Delhi, Mumbai and Goa, write to me.

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sorry above. I mean "Christmas in Delhi and New Year in Goa.... wow"

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Since you will be in Kolkatta till Dec23rd and have to be in Mumbai by 02Jan, one option would be to fly to Varanasi and on to Delhi and spend time in this region including a trip to Agra and fly to Mumbai. Goa will be very busy and it maybe too late to get accommodation

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Hey there, I haven't been to Goa as yet (will be going though) but strongly recommend varanassi & agra as they are spectacular, also given you don't have a lot of time in India, you are honestly better off spending more time in less places than trying to see it all! India is really spectacular and you will thoroughly enjoy it, but it does require effort and you will be exhausted if you try and fit too much in such a short period of time.

If your volunteering in the Mother House, make sure you stay near Sudder Street, there is this awesome roadside restaurant where a lot of travellers hang out in the evenings, I was there last week and it's a wonderful experience, one night a local musician came and joined us sitting on our little make-shift seats and started playing and singing, before i new it there was dozens of tourists, locals and children all standing around dancing and clapping! One of the most magical experiences ever!! Enjoy your trip there, it will be amazing, but you are better off sticking to Varanassi and Agra as they are closer and also you will have more time to enjoy and absorb the experience!
Cheers
Belle
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