Tour Highlights:
• Hindu culture and the ultimate beach holiday
• Visit to famous Bollywood Film Studios
• The caves of Elephanta Island, Mumbai
• Sandy beaches of Goa
• Spot dolphins playing in the beach waters
• Overnight sleeper train from Mumbai to Goa
Trip Cost Includes:
• All ground transportation in private vehicles.
• Twin sharing accommodation in a comfortable hotel with breakfast
• 3 Nights in Mumbai
• 5 Nights in Goa
• Guided city tour with all entrance fees in sightseeing places
• Licensed English speaking Indian tour guide
• Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staff.
• City Map and T Shirt
Day 1 Arrive in Mumbai
There are no planned activities till the late afternoon, so check into to the hotel. In the afternoon, we will have a group meeting followed by a short orientation about our tour programme and here you will have the opportunity to meet your tour members
Overnight: Hotel in Mumbai
Meal: NO
Day 2: Sightseeing
In the morning we visit Gateway of India which was built by British rulers in 1911 when King George V had visited India. From here we catch a ferry for an hour's journey out to Elephanta Isle to explore ancient carved cave temples and climb to the top of Cannon Hill. After returning to Mumbai we are free in the afternoon to stroll around Colaba market.
Overnight: Hotel in Mumbai
Meal: Breakfast
Day 3: A day in the Bollywood world
Today we immerse ourselves in the world of Bollywood, visiting one of the main studios and then go for watching a Bollywood movie.
Overnight: Hotel in Mumbai
Meal: Breakfast
Day 4: Mumbai Sightseeing and train to Goa
We have a final day of sightseeing in Mumbai including a visit to the incredible Dhobhi Ghat where the laundry is done by hand. We also visit Mahatma Ghandi's house and the 19th century Hanging Gardens. This evening we transfer to Victoria Terminus to board a sleeper train bound for Goa.
Overnight: Hotel in Goa
Meal: Breakfast
Day 5: Goa Beaches
Arriving in Goa we transfer to our resort hotel and after settling in, the rest of the day is free to enjoy the beach and the warm waters of the Arabian Sea.
Overnight: Hotel in Goa
Meal: NO
Day 6: Goa
In the morning we go out on a boat to spot dolphins playing in the waters around the coast of Goa. Afterwards we will visit a spice plantation for an entertaining and educational tour. In the afternoon we go for fun of Elephant riding
Overnight: Hotel in Goa
Meal: Breakfast
Day 7: Goa
We visit Fort Aquada and its lighthouse, the capital of Panjim and the quaint and the grand old churches of this former Portuguese colony.
Overnight: Hotel in Goa
Meal: Breakfast
Day 8: Goa
Today you are leisure on your own to explore what pleases you. Besides strolling in the beaches there are lots of opportunities of swimming, snorkelling, ball games, wind surfing or kayaking.
Overnight: Hotel in Goa
Meal: Breakfast
We will organize this trip on the dates requested by you all round the year. Please contact us for your desired dates |
Accommodations
We use star hotels in India. Since the tour is designed on twin sharing basis, you share room with your fellow traveler but in case you prefer single rooms we charge for single supplement.
Meals
Buffet style breakfast will be served in the hotel where you stay. Lunch and dinners are not included in the trip cost to let you enjoy the variety of meals available in India.
Visa and Travel Procedures
All visitors need a visa for India, except citizens of neighboring countries Nepal and Bhutan. Indian visa must be obtained from the Indian Embassy in your home country before traveling to India
Departure Dates
We will organize this trip on the dates requested by you all round the year. Please contact us for your desired dates