Konkan- Goa: A tour on the water’s edge

Itinerary summary

Day 1: Arrival in Mumbai, welcome and check-in at the hotel

Day 2: Visit to Murud

Day 3: Visit to Murud Janjira Fort

Day 4: Visit to Raigad Fort

Day 5: Visit to the Koyna reserve

Day 6: Visit Dapoli

Day 7: Visit the petroglyphs around Ratnagiri

Day 8: Visit to Ratnagiri

Day 9: Visit to Malvan

Day 10: Day at leisure with the possibility of diving

Day 11: Head for Goa

Day 12: Visit Goa’s UNESCO sites

Day 13: Visit the Dudhsagar waterfall

Day 14: Visit North Goa

Day 15: Rest day

Day 16: Train to Mumbai

16 days to discover the Indian coast from Konkan to Goa

A tour combining beaches, history, culture and spirituality: Konkan- Goa tour

The Konkan region is the coastal region of Maharashtra. This strip of land lies between the Indian Ocean and the Western Ghats mountain range. It is also a magical place with many natural, cultural, historical and spiritual treasures.

Goa is a small Indian state that was under Portuguese control until 1961. This gives it a culture that is unique in India. If Goa is better known in Europe than Konkan, it’s for its beaches and parties. But Goa has much more to offer. In this tour, we invite you to discover the hidden Goa, far from the beaten track and mass tourism.

Come and discover these two unique places

This 16-day tour will show you the diversity and richness of these two regions. In the Konkan region, you can discover the history that was to have an impact on the whole of India in the 18th century, thanks to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. You can also visit forts on the open sea.

Far from mass tourism, you’ll also discover unspoilt natural areas. You’ll enjoy fine sandy beaches without many people around.

In Goa, we offer you the chance to discover hidden places, with a mix of history, art and culture.

Book this tour now to discover all the treasures of Konkan and Goa.

We take particular care in choosing the hotels we offer. All the hotels selected for this tour are at least 3-star. In all cases, the room has a private bathroom with Western-style toilet.

Examples of hotels offered :

In Bombay (Mumbai): Bentley Hotel

In Murud: Sawali Niwas Nyahari

The price per person for this tour depends on the number of people booked:

• From 1 to 6 people, the price is 2290 euros
• For more than 7 people, the price is 1890 euros per person (up to a maximum of 10 people).

The tour is guaranteed for two people or more.

For bookings of more than 6 people, please contact us.

This tour includes

• Accommodation with breakfast
• Lunch every day except the first day (vegetarian menu)
• Transport (taxi, train and bus)
• Entrance fees to monuments
• Guides throughout the trip
• Essential tips for preparing your trip (PDF download)
• Price guaranteed on booking
• Taxes

This tour does not include

• Dinners
• Sports activities on day 10
• Personal purchases, drinks and tips
• International flights and airport taxes
• Visa fees
• Repatriation assistance insurance
• Everything not included

Day 1: Arrival in Mumbai, welcome and check-in at the hotel. You will be free to visit the Colaba district.

Day 2: After breakfast, you will drive to Murud. After settling in at the hotel, you will set off to discover the princely state of Murud. The programme includes a visit to the Khokhri tombs. You will take a river shuttle to the Padmadurg fort.

Day 3: Murud Janjira Fort is India’s largest sea fort. After a short cruise and a change of boat, you will return to this unique place.

Day 4: In the 17th century, one man rose up against the Mughals. He created the Maratha kingdom and set up his capital Raigad in the mountains. You will visit this capital in the clouds during the day.

Day 5: With the creation of a dam, the banks of the Koyna river have become a little paradise. Often referred to as Little Kashmir, this region offers a natural area that you will discover during this day with a cruise or kayak on the river.

Day 6: You will visit the various temples and caves located around the town of Dapoli. Dapoli was nicknamed Camp Dapoli by the British. They had set up camp here. That’s why there are so many officers’ graves in the area.

Day 7: In 2017, two researchers found more than 200 petroglyphs around Ratnagiri. These rock carvings were made by hunter-gatherers and are over 10,000 years old. You’ll discover some of these glyphs, including a 15m-long elephant.

Day 8: Ratnagiri, this small town on the coast has some places that are unique in India. For example, this is where the last Burmese king was imprisoned by the British. It’s also where you can admire a ship that has run aground. There’s plenty more to explore at Ratnagiri. This is what you’ll be doing.

Day 9: Malvan is a small village that invites you to relax and unwind. After breakfast, you’ll head there. You will visit the SIndurgur fort, which is an ideal place to enjoy the sunset.

Day 10: After 10 days’ travel, we offer you a day to relax and enjoy the beach. Several activities are available, including diving (not included).

Day 11: After breakfast, you will travel to the state of Goa. The afternoon is free.

Day 12: With its colonial history, Goa is a rather unique place in India, with churches that have been classified as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. After this visit, you will discover the old Panaji.

Day 13: Goa is famous for its beaches and festivals. But the state also has unsuspected natural treasures. You’ll visit one of them on this day, the Dudhsagar waterfall.

Day 14: But Goa also has a vibrant, modern artistic life, which you will discover at various sites in the north of the state.

Day 15: On your penultimate day, you can explore the various markets of Panaji for your last shopping spree.

Day 16: After breakfast, you will take the train to Mumbai. Welcome back and see you soon.

Off the beaten track

Although Goa is beginning to suffer from mass tourism, we’re offering you a tour that’s off the beaten track. You’ll discover unique places known to few. Put on your hat, you’ll be an explorer on this tour.

A variety of visits

You’ll visit caves, forts and natural sites. You’ll discover many different elements.

Contact with the local population

We base all our tours on contact with local people.

Cancellation policy

At the time of booking, you pay 10% of the total cost of the tour. The balance is payable 40 days before departure.

• In the event of border closure:
  • Up to one week before departure, the trip will be refunded in full.
  • From 7 days before departure, the trip will be reimbursed in full minus administration costs (approximately 80 euros).

• In the event of cancellation :
  • 60 days before departure: 100% of the price will be refunded
  • between 60 and 30 days before departure: 50% of the price refunded
  • between 30 and 15 days before departure: 25% of the price refunded
  • no refund will be made for cancellations made two weeks before departure