Day 01-03:
Mumbai
On arrival you will be met by our representative & transferred to
hotel, where we will be holding the rooms on ready occupancy basis.
After traditional welcome check in into hotel.
Overnight Stay in Hotel
Day 04-06: Mumbai
The islands forming today's Mumbai were given to Charles II of England
in dowry in 1661. In 1845 the seven islands were merged through the
construction of Mahim causeway. In 1853, India's first railway line
joining Thana and Bombay was inaugurated.
In 1911, the 'Gateway of India', a 26 m high structure, was built in
honour of King George V and Queen Mary. In close proximity is the Taj
Mahal Hotel, built by JN Tata in 1903. The Prince of Wales Museum is a
superb structure, built in Moorish and Gothic styles. The Museum has a
fine collection of Indus Valley artefacts, priceless Tibetan and
Nepali Art, Buddhist tankha scrolls. Tibetan bronzes and over 2000
miniature paintings. Close by is the Bombay Natural History Society,
having a wide collection of flora and fauna.
Overnight Stay in Hotel
Day 07: Mumbai - Goa
After breakfast, a small ferry will take you on the famous Elephanta
Island. This island is famous for their stone sculptures. UNESCO has
declared it a World Heritage site. These temples were built during 9th
to 13th century. The Chalukyas of Badami and the Rashtrakuta of
Manyakheta were patrons of these caves. The Trimurti or trinity of
Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh is superb structure. The temple complex is
considered as the second home of Shiva next to Kailasa.
We will fly you to Goa in the afternoon. Goa is the living legend of
Portuguese legacy. We will receive you at the Airport and arrange your
stay in a hotel of your choice. You will love to visit beaches and
pubs of Goa in the evening.
Day 08-16: Goa
Goa is known as "Pearl of the Orient" and often called a "Tourist
Paradise". The glorious scenic beauty and the architectural splendours
of its churches and the Portuguese old houses have made Goa a tourist
hotspot. Goa is much more than sea, beaches and fascinating nightlife.
Its spirit lies in its rich culture, natural scenic beauty and unique
history. As par the Hindu mythology, Parshuram an incarnation of
Vishnu had created Goa.
Goa has many rivers like Mandovi, Zuari, Chapora, Sal and Talpona.
Panjim is the capital of Goa. Some famous beaches are Agonda,
Cavelossim, Movor and Vanabor beach. Goa is also famous for churches
like Basilica of Bom Jesus, a World Heritage site and Cathedral and
Church of the Three Magi Kings. Goa is also famous for the Shanta
Durga Temple, the Shri Manghesi Temple, the Mahalaxmi Temple and the
Shri Ganpati Temple.
Overnight Stay in Hotel
Day 17-18: Goa
After breakfast, spend the time until your departure. Transfer to
Airport / Railway station.
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