Overview
‘Amazing Goa Beach Tour with Maharashtra’ is a well-designed itinerary, which give you the chance to explore some of the most popular places of Maharashtra region along with Goa. Goa is one of the most popular beach destination located in the West India region of the Konkan. The city was influenced by British, Dutch, and Portuguese. This beautiful city is surrounded with palms, white sands and sparkling waters, which makes this place as a heaven. Goa attracts the large numbers of international and domestic tourists each year for its beaches. During this tour you will explore some of the stunning places of the region such as Lonavala, Khandala, Mahabaleshwar and Alibagh. These towns offers an exquisite and stunning view of the surrounding lush-green valleys, soothing sound of the water hitting the rocks. It also give you the chance to explore the two renowned World Heritage Site: Ajanta and Ellora Caves. The cave temples and monasteries at Ellora truly reflects the religious harmony which prevailed during the 5th and 11th century AD. Ellora Caves renowned for its beautiful carvings. Ajanta Caves is renowned for its rock cut caves and alluring paintings. This beautiful cave is dated back to 2nd century BC. During this tour you will also get an opportunity to explore the major attractions of Mumbai as well. The duration of the tour is 10 nights and 11 days.
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Mumbai
Upon arrival in Mumbai, meet our representative, after welcome proceed to the hotel. Mumbai is one of the 6th largest and populated Megacity of the world which is known as the financial, commercial and entertainment capital of India. The city is renowned for its vibrant lifestyle, which conceded as the city that never sleeps.
Check in to the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure. Enjoy the nightlife of the colourful city, explore the Chowpatty beach and test the mouth-watering street foods.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 02: Mumbai
Today after breakfast, proceed for sightseeing in and Mumbai. You will visit the major tourist attractions such as Prince of Wales Museum, Hanging Gardens, Juhu Beach, Gateway of India and Marine Drive. Later Visit the Elephanta Caves, on Elephanta Island, transports you back 6th and 7th century centuries. The magnificent rock-cut carvings here are some of the most spectacular you will get to see anywhere. After sightseeing return back to the hotel.
Overnight stay in Mumbai.
Day 3: Mumbai – Lonavala (By Road-83 Kilometres)
After breakfast, proceed to the Lonavala, it is a very popular and beautiful hill station of Maharashtra which is located between the two cities Pune and Mumbai. The town offers an exquisite and stunning view of the surrounding lush-green valleys, soothing sound of the water hitting the rocks. It is also popular for the fresh chikis.
Upon arrival, check in to your pre booked hotel. After freshen up, proceed to visit Karla and Bhaja Caves. Return back to the hotel in the evening.
Overnight stay in Lonavala.
Day 4: Lonavala –Khandala (By Road-5 Kilometres)
Today after breakfast, drive for Khandala. It is another beautiful hill station of Maharashtra, located on the foothill of the Western Ghats at a height of 550 meters above sea level. Located between the two cities Pune and Mumbai. The town offers stunning view of the surrounding lush-green valleys. Upon arrival check in to the hotel. After freshen up, proceed to explore the Bhushi Dam and enjoy the beutiful environment of Khandala. Return back to the hotel in the evening.
Overnight stay in Khandala.
Day 5: Lonavala – Mahabaleshwer (By Road-181 Kilometres)
After breakfast, drive to Mahabaleshwer. It is another beautiful hill station located in Satara district in of Maharashtra. This amazing place is located on the foothill of Western Ghats. As you reach, complete the check-in formalities.
After freshen up, visit popular points such as Arthur’s Seat, Babbington Point and Sunset Point to admire some panoramic views of the surroundings. Visit Morarji Castle, which is renowned for its beautiful British architecture.Taste the local renditions and so on. Overnight in Mahabaleshwar.
Day 6: Mahabaleshwer - Alibagh (By Road-175 Kilometres)
Today after breakfast, transfer to Alibagh, by road. Alibagh is known for its clean and beautiful beaches. Upon arrival Check-into the hotel. After freshen up, explore the popular forts like Khanderi Fort, Kolaba Fort and Undheri Fort. Kihim beach, Akshi beach are two of the very popular beaches of Alibagh. Stay overnight in Alibagh.
Day 7: Alibagh - Mumbai Airport (By Road-99 Kilometres) -Goa (By Flight)
Post breakfast, drive to Mumbai airport to board a flight to Goa. It is one of the most popular beach destination located in the West India region of the Konkan. Upon arrival at Goa, check into the hotel, after freshen up, and proceed for sightseeing tour of Goa. You will cover the major attractions of Goa which cover today are Basilica of Bom Jesus, Chapel Of St. Catherine and Church of St. Francis of Assisi. Do not miss the seafood and the local Goan delicacies. Overnight stay in Goa
Day 08: Goa
Today after breakfast, proceed for sightseeing of Goa including Aguada Fort, Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary as well as Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary. Explore the wildlife of the region.
Back to the hotel for night stay.
Day 09: Goa
Post breakfast, proceed for tour to South Goa. Here explore the major tourist attractions of South Goa include Santa Durga Temple, Mangeshi Temple, Colva Beach etc. In the evening return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 10: Goa
Today after having an early breakfast, proceed to Dudhsagar Water Falls. This four-tiered waterfall located on the Mandovi River in the Indian state of Goa. It is located at 61 Kilometres from Panaji. After excursion return back to Goa. Overnight stay in Goa.
Day 11: Goa – Mumbai (By Flight)
Today is the last day of the tour, after breakfast, get transferred to the Goa airport to board a flight for your onward journey. We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.