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10 Nights / 11 Days - Winter Dear customer,

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Tour Inclusions

Meals included as per itinerary Sightseeing and Transfers as per itinerary

Places Covered

2 Nights 1 Night 1 Night 2 Nights 4 Nights

Dapoli Chiplun Ganapatipule sawantwadi

www.thomascook.in Daywise Itinerary

A Drive To Mahad - Visit Raigad (160kms / approx 4 hours)

Today early morning drive from towards Raigad. Drive through the scenic Western ghat along the river Savitri. Reach Raigad and Day 1 visit the majestic fort - once the capital of Maratha Empire! Raigad Fort is situated atop hill. The history of Raigad Fort is very interesting. It is said that Shivaji seized the fortress of Rairi. He renovated and expanded it and also renamed it as Raigad Fort. Raigad was the capital of Maratha's during the reign of Shivaji. After facing repeated defeats from the great Maratha king - Shivaji - the British named it as "Gibraltar of East". Post Raigad visit - drive back to Mahad and check in at the hotel.

Today after your breakfast, enjoy local excursions - and Harihareshwar. Gentle winds, soft sands and inviting waters make Shriwardhan Bay irresistible to beach lovers. And if one relishes sea-food, there is no dearth of delicacies to sample here. Adventurers can even take a small boat to the north side of the bay and explore a land where the Peshwas or prime ministers of the Maratha kingdom, originally resided. The Peshwa Smarak is of interest to most people who visit Shriwardhan.The town of Harihareshwar is known for its Day 2 tranquil and picturesque beach and is also famous for the temple of Harihareshwar.

www.thomascook.in From Mahad to Dapoli (60kms / approx 2 hours)

Today after breakfast visit to Kadyavarcha Ganpati Mandir, Anjarle, Dabhol Bandar and Guhagar Beach. Anjarle is one of the finest places Day 3 in Konkan. It is just 20 km from Dapoli. It is famous for the 'Kadyawarcha Ganpati' (Ganesh temple situated on a cliff). This ancient and magnificent Ganesh temple was originally constructed using wooden pillars in around 1150. Later it was renovated during 1768 to 1780.Anjarle also has a clean, unspoiled beach with white sand and surrounded by palms and trees. Guhagar town is known for its virgin beach, coir items, coconuts, betel nuts and mainly Haapus Alphanso mangoes.

Dapoli To Chiplun - Guhaghar Beach Visit (60kms / approx 2 hours)

Today early morning drive from Mahad to Chiplun (approx. 6 hrs). Enroute visit Parshuram Mandir and Vashishti Point. Chiplun - located in Day 4 the Konkan region - is a beautiful town sandwiched in a valley between the western ghats on one side and the Arabian sea on the other. The Parshuram Temple is famous for the 6th incarnation of Vishnu. The architecture of the temple incorporates both the Hindu and Muslim styles. Steps from the ghat lead to the temple. Guhagar town is known for its virgin beach - coir items - coconuts - betel nuts and mainly Haapus Alphanso mangoes. Visit Guhaghar Beach in the evening.

www.thomascook.in Chiplun to Ganapatipule (85kms / approx 2 hours)

Today after breakfast - visit Dervan - Jaygad Port and Prachin Konkan. Later drive to Ganapatipule. Later get blessed at the Ganesh Day 5 Mandir in Ganpatipule and enjoy leisure time at the famous Ganpatipule Beach. The village of Ganapatipule is famous for its 400-year-old Ganesha temple. The idol is curved from one massive rock. The idol is a Swayambhu Ganpati shrine which means that it is a self-created monolith of Lord Ganesha. The village has a beautiful beach where the river meets the Arabian Sea and the hill that is shaped like Ganpati enchants the visitors.

After breakfast visit Ganpatipule Mandir for the Divine Darshan Later proceed for the local sightseeing around Ganpatipule. Visit the well known Malgund Beach. Later free time to spend some time on Ganpatipule Beach. Indulge in shopping in ganpatipule.

Day 6

www.thomascook.in After breakfast drive to Ratnagiri city to visit Shri Lokmanya Tilak Smarak and Thiba Palace. This sprawling city is endowed with majestic hills - appealing seashore - cascading waterfalls - and glorious monuments. An unspoilt beauty on the Konkan coastline - this lovely locale is a tourist's delight and a best place to explore the natural splendor. Visit Pawas-Swami Swarupanand Samadhi Mandir and other interesting places in the city. Later drive to Sawantwadi. The medicinal herbs and trees in the surrounding forests of Sawantwadi are Day 7 refreshingly preserved and heartwarming. Check in at the hotel.

Today after breakfast, Visit to Reddi Ganesh Mandir, Aravli - Vetoba Mandir, Vengurla Bandar, Sagarshwar Beach. A popular market for the towns and villages in the vicinity trade flourishes in Coconut, Cashew nut, Areca nut, fish, and wonderfully crafted wooden articles.

Day 8

www.thomascook.in Today after breakfast visit to Dhamapur Lake, Malvan, Sindhudurga Fort and Tarkarli Beach. The Sindhudurg fort is located in an islet off the shore of town of Malvan. There is a Shiva Temple that is located in the fort and there are many interesting things to see here. The architecture is also excellent and entrance of the fort cannot be pinpointed from outside the fort as it is well hidden. Tarkarli has been bestowed with a long coastline which is ideal for those long romantic and nostalgia filled walks. The feeling of soft sand under your nimble Day 9 toes and the presence of clear water and sky along with the cleanest of breathing air provides a heady feeling. Not to forget that the beach is also the trusted zone for the female turtles. It is not uncommon to find a turtle lazing on the beach or hatching and protecting its eggs. The beach has silk smooth sand along the stretch. Again the water is so pure that the seabed is visible even if you venture out at the sea.

Today after breakfast Visit to Amboli Hill Station. Amboli is a less known beautiful hill resort. It is in the southern range of Sahyadri hills, and near Sawantwadi. Amboli is situated at an altitude of 690 m. This is the last mountain recourse - after this the coastal highlands settle to form flat beaches. This hill station is covered with mist during the rainy season. Submersed by thick forests and outrageous valleys, this placid mountaintop extends some of the best bird's-eye views of the Konkan coast. After Lunch proceed to Sawantwadi, and enjoy some Day 10 free time for shopping at Sawantwadi Local Market.

www.thomascook.in Depart with happy memories

Today after breakfast, proceed towards Mumbai. Reach Mumbai at about 9.30 pm in the night. The Tour ends with happy memories. Day 11

www.thomascook.in Accomodation

Hotel Saitej Or Similar (Standard) Destination : mahad | 2 Nights

Hotel Kohinoor Or Similar (Standard) Destination : Dapoli | 1 Night

www.thomascook.in Hotel Rajnigandha Or Similar (Standard) Destination : Chiplun | 1 Night

Hotel Durvankur Or Similar (Standard) Destination : Ganapatipule | 2 Nights

www.thomascook.in Hotel Mango Or Similar (Standard) Destination : sawantwadi | 4 Nights

www.thomascook.in Inclusion

Hotel Accommodation as per Package on twin sharing basis. Daily Breakfast. (Except, on day 01) All sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary as per package. AC Transportation (AC won't work in hilly areas) Vehicles for 2 - 3 Persons - A/c Indica/Manza; for 4 - 6 Passengers - A/c Tavera/Xylo. Tour will be Start and End from Mumbai Railway Station / Mumbai Airport. All the currently applicable taxes

Exclusion

Any entrance/monument charges wherever applicable Any inadvertent hike in the Hotel and Transport rates Any services not mentioned in inclusion list

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Daily Breakfast except on Day 01

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