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Konkan is well known for its natural beauty and is emerging as a favorite tourist destination for tourists. Konkan's greenery, coconut trees, beautiful virgin beaches, waterfalls, mountains and lush green valleys will definitely provide a rich and pleasant experience for the traveler.
Delightful Konkan, 6 Nights and 7 Days tour includes, Amboli local sightseeing, Sawantwadi palace, Arondha backwaters, Vengurla beach and local sightseeing, Sindhudurga fort, Ganpatipule temple, Pratapgarh, Mahabaleshwar and Panchagani sightseeing.
- Amboli
- Sawantwadi Palace
- Arondha backwaters
- Vengurla Beach
- Sindhudurga Fort
- Ganpatipule Temple
- Pratapgarh
- Mahabaleshwar
- Panchagani
Itineraries
Day 1
Arrive In Mumbai - Mumbai to Amboli (490 km, 8 hrs journey)
Meet and greet our representative at the airport/railway station. After refreshment, drive to Amboli. Amboli lies in the Sahayadri Hills of Western India. One of the world's "Eco Hot-Spots" and it therefore abounds in a variety of fairly unique flora and fauna. Sightseeing Madhavgad Fort, Amboli Falls, Nangartas Falls, Shiva Temple. Overnight stay at Amboli.
Day 2
Amboli to Arondha Backwaters (90km / 1 hr)
After breakfast proceed to Sawantwadi. Till 1850 Sawantwadi was known as “Sunderwadi” (A beautiful locality). Sawantwadi was the former capital of the erstwhile Kingdom of Sawantwadi during the pre-independence era. It was ruled by the Bhonsale clan. In 1947, it was merged with the Independent Republic of India. Visit to Sawantwadi palace, the palace at top of Narendra hill. Khemsawant III constructed the existing palace in late 18th century. Construction period 1755-1803. The famous Moti-Talao (Talao-lake) built in front of the palace in 1874 has added to its beauty. Transfer to Arondha Backwatwers. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 3
Arondha / Vengurla Local Sightseeing
After breakfast proceed to Vengurala Beach, Shiroda Beach, Reddy Ganpati Temple, Mochemad Beach, Velaghar Asoli Lighthouse, Terekhol Beach, Mansishwar Temple, Bagayatwadi-- Terekhol Temple Yashwant gad Fort / Nivti fort and Golden rocks. Overnight stay at hotel .
Day 4
Arondha –Vengurala to Malvan Tarkarli (45 km / 1 hour )
After breakfast proceed to Malvan / Tarkarli and visit Sindhudurga sea fort , Sindhudurg - A sea fort. This impressive Sindhudurg (meaning Ocean Fort) was built in 1664 by the great 17th century Maratha King Shivaji on "Kurte" island to the glory of the Maratha Empire. The construction of a sea fort was a stupendous task which is said to be completed in mere two and a half years. Over 2000 khandis (4000 pounds) of iron were used for casting and the foundation stones were laid down firmly in land. It is said that the rocks of the same island were used to built the fort. Three sweet water wells are present on Sindhudurg fort. Overnight stay at Tarkarli.
Day 5
Tarkarli to Ganpatipule (200 km / 4 hrs )
After breakfast proceed to Ratnagiri the Capital of district of Ratnagiri and the major Economic City of Konkan. Also birth place of revolutionary freedom fighter – Mr. Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Swarupanada Swami Math at Pawas. Visit ancient Ganpatipule Ganesh temple. The temple of Swayambhu (self-originated) Ganesh is much frequented by thousands every year. The God is considered to be the Paschim Dwardevta (Western Sentinel).
Day 6
Ganpatipule to Mahabaleshwar (200 km / 4 hrs)
After breakfast visit “Prachin Konkan“ the artificial village made by local people to exhibit the lifestyle of kokani people. Proceed to Mahabaleshwar. Enroute visit the Pratapgarh. The Maratha king Shivaji constructed Pratapgarh in 1656. The Battle of Pratapgarh between Shivaji and Afzal Khan was fought below the rampants of this fort on November 10, 1659. Overnight stay at mahabaleshwar.
Day 7
Mahabaleshwar to Pune (120K.m./2hrs)
After breakfast proceed to Pune. Enroute market visit and photo stop at Lake Venna. Visit to Panchgani table land and Mapro garden. Then proceed to Pune Airport / Railway Station.
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