A Road trip to Unplug, Unwind and Connect with nature and Yourself, Mumbai to Goa!

With Summers right around the corner, we all want to take a road trip to a nearby destination and just forget about working from home and staring at our screens all the time. Every traveler craves to hit the beach, take a walk at the beach or simply splish splash in the waters. We know the perfect summer getaway for you this season! Pack your bags and pack a pair of flip flops and your best beachwear because that long-due Mumbai to Goa Road Trip is now happening! Let’s go!

Planning an Itinerary to the Beach Paradise of India

The best part about taking a Road trip from Mumbai to Goa is that you can reach Goa within a Day. This makes it the perfect weekend getaway. Based on the kind of experience you want to curate for yourself dear traveler, you can custom make a trip to Goa based on your preferences. In fact, we have made a custom-made itinerary for every kind of Traveller looking for a memorable experience in Goa.

For the Adventurous Traveller

We understand your love for adventure when you decided to take up a road trip. But what’s more? Water sports in Goa. Be it Parasailing, Jet skiing, Speed Boats, or Motor Boats you can enjoy it all. Moreover, the Beaches of Goa are full of water sports and adventures. Deepwater diving, scuba diving, snorkeling, dolphin watching, an adventure for everyone with the liberty to choose the intensity of it yourself. What more could one ask for.
Where to head for amazing water sports activities in Goa: every beach in Goa offers some sort of water adventure to name a few- Miramar Beach, Candolim, Baga Beach, Calangute Beach, etc.

For The food-loving traveler

With some of the most Lip Smacking cuisine available here, Goa redefines Wine And Dine. You can explore the Shacks at the beaches of Goa and indulge in good booze and food. Moreover, you can explore the authentic Goan and Portuguese cuisine of the Region at Old Goa with some locals offering home-cooked meals.
Food Shacks you must visit in Goa: Britto’s Cafe Baga Beach, Fisherman’s Wharf Panjim, Arjuna Cafe Anjuna Beach, Garden of Dreams Arambol, Goa.

For the soul explorer: If you are not the person who likes Partying and Drinking and having wild nights in Goa, we are here to rescue you. Hire a scooter, and get out to explore the small lanes of Old Goa with Coconut Trees lined up and beautiful vibrant colored Goan homes that make Toddy in their Backyard, cook amazing seafood and have Sunday brunches after long Sunday Masses at the Church. Hence, this is your soulful expedition and the peak wanderlust moment of your Goa Trip. We suggest visiting the Shantadurga Temple, and Mangeshi Temple at Ponda and also visiting the Basilica of Bom Jesus & Se Cathedral at Old Goa.

For the Love of Goanese- Portuguese Culture

Goan and Portuguese Architecture still reflects the Old Colonial Influence that we see today in Goa. The Cottages of the Locals make you gawk in Awe. But if you are looking for some amazing photographs for your Instagram, we suggest visiting Fontainhas, The Latin Quarters of Goa that reflects beautifully the glorious architecture of Goan-Portuguese Culture. If you want to experience Goa in its pure magical Essence- Fontainhas in Panjim is a must-visit.

For the Shopaholic in you

Street Shopping and Small stalls of Goan Beaches are worth splurging on for every shopaholic. You can get gifts for your loved ones like classic wines and alcohol, or cashews and candies to indulge in. you can also find a lot of home decor pieces like Dream Catchers, woven wall decor pieces, and many more things here.

How to Get there: Taking a Road trip from Mumbai to Goa takes about 11 hours and 14 mins and can be covered within a day. The distance is 587.6 Km and the Route you can opt for is via Mumbai- Pune- Goa through NH4 another route is the Bombay Goa Highway via NH66.

We hope with so many custom-made itineraries you can explore and enjoy the stunning state of Goa and can also mix and match the above itineraries. Also, don’t forget to get your friends and family amazing souvenirs on your way back!

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