Maharashtra with Goa Beaches Tour
Duration : 12 Nights / 13 Days
Destinations Covered : Mumbai –Aurangabad – Ajanta - Ellora – Pune - Mahabaleshwar
Day 01: Mumbai Arrival (by flight: TBA)
Arrival in Mumbai, custom & Immigration will take 45 Min or hours. We will meet you at the airport in the arrival hall with a placard of your name under the logo of Veer Travel Gateway and then transfer to the hotel. On arrival at the hotel, our executive will assist you for check-in at the hotel and then handover all the travel related documents with the explanation of day to day scheduled. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 02: Mumbai
Today morning after breakfast, begin your day with a visit to Gateway of India and cruise to Elephanta cave (Closed on Monday) by motorboat: famous for rock-cut caves dedicated to Lord Shiva. After the tour cruise back to Gateway of India and then proceed to visit Prince of wale Museum (Closed on Monday); a heritage museum showcase ancient artifacts, Nariman point; commercial hub, Marine drive; a most beautiful laid promenade of the city. Dhobhi Ghat; a famous open-air laundry, Mani Bhawan: also known as a Gandhi Bhawan. If time permits visit Bandra and Juhu area where Bollywood celebrities houses are located. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 03: Mumbai – Aurangabad (By Flight: TBA)
After a healthy meal, check out from the hotel and transfer to airport to board the flight to Aurangabad. Assistance on arrival checks in to the hotel. Later visit Ellora and Panchakki water mill. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 04: Aurangabad – Ajanta excursion (100 Km / 02 hrs)
The morning after breakfast proceed for the day excursion to Ajanta Cave (Closed on Monday): It is located around 100 km north of Aurangabad and is mostly Buddhist sites and was used as a retreat by Buddhist Monks. If time permits we will visit Jama Masjid, Bharat Mata temple. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 05: Aurangabad – Ellora excursion
Day excursion to Ellora Cave (Closed on Tuesday): Temples of Ellora dedicated to Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism Another UNESCO site where the sculpture represents the elements of three religions and Daulatabad Fort also known as Devgiri Fort, Chand Minar in Daulatabad and Bibi Ka Maqbara. Later drive back to the hotel. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 06: Aurangabad – Pune (235 Km / 06 hrs)
Post breakfast, check out from the hotel and travel to Pune. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Later step out to explore the city with a visit to Osho Ashram, Aga Khan Palace, Tribal museum. If time permits visit the Parvati Temple, located on the top of the hillock. Stay overnight at the hotel
Day 07: Pune – Mahabaleshwar (120 Km / 03 hrs)
Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel and travel to Mahabaleshwar. Upon arrival check into a hotel. Evening explores Veena Lake where you can enjoy a boat ride or horse ride. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 08: Mahabaleshwar
The morning after breakfast proceeds to explore the beautiful hill station visiting various Eco Points to see the panoramic point, Chinaman’s falls, Dhobi waterfall, Mahabaleshwar temple, and Roman Catholic Church. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 09: Mahabaleshwar – Mumbai (260 Km 06 hrs)
Breakfast at a leisurely pace. Later check out from the hotel and travel to Mumbai. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day free for shopping. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 10: Mumbai – Goa
The morning after breakfast, check out from the hotel and you will be transferred to the airport to board the flight to Goa: it’s the smallest state of India having lots of tourist attractions with awestruck beaches. On arrival check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 11: Goa
The morning after breakfast proceed for a full day city tour of South & North Goa. Star you day with a visit to Mangueshi Temple dedicated to Mangueshi an incarnation of Lord Shiva. Se Cathedral and the Basilica of Bom and St. Francis Xavier are kept. Further continue your drive to Panjim is the capital of Goa, located on the south bank of the wide Mandovi River. Later drive back to the hotel. Stay for two nights in Goa.
Day 12: Goa
Morning breakfast at a leisurely pace. Rest of the day free for beach activities. Stay overnight in Goa.
Other options of tours in Goa which can be added up in the itinerary on the request of guest:-
Day 13: Goa – Departure (By Flight: TBA)
The morning after breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Goa airport to board the flight back home with sweet memories.