Mumbai and Goa Family Tour

Day 1 - Welcome to India! An Active India Holiday representative will greet you at the arrival hall at the Mumbai Airport. As you drive to the hotel in comfort, enjoy the sights along the way while our representative briefs you about the experience that awaits you. Check in at the hotel and freshen up. Rest of the day is free to explore the city which never sleeps. You may also choose to wander around this fascinating city also known for Bollywood and great food from street food to fine dining.

Overnight - Hotel

Day 2 - This morning after breakfast, we drive to the Mumbai’s most prominent landmark, the Gateway of India and board the 01 hour long ferry ride to Elephanta Caves- a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for exquisite and vibrant rock cut stone sculptures representing the Shaiva Hindu sect, dedicated to the Lord Shiva. We return to the city by ferry in the early afternoon and after lunch we proceed to visit the Prince of Wales Museum, which was a hospital during the World War I and now houses a priceless collection of art that is considered one of the finest arts in India. We drive past the university of Bombay, the High Court and Crawford market in Colaba, as well as the hanging gardens on Malabar’s Hills crest. Next we visit the Victoria Terminus- a historical train station, continue to Dhobi Ghat and end the tour by watching the city laundry-in open air. Return to hotel by evening, have dinner and stay overnight.

Overnight - Hotel

Day 3 - Early morning we board the flight to Aurangabad, a city named after Aurangzeb, the last mighty Mughal ruler. Aurangabad is known for art and craft, particularly silk and has many markets selling a variety of local handicrafts, exotic gems, shawls, and the region's famous Paithani silk saris. Upon arrival we check-in at the hotel. Later we drive around 35 km to visit the Ellora Caves that house a total of 34 caves with sculptures and paintings depicting not one, but three different religions-Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism. The sheer diversity of the sculptures, the architectural expertise, and centuries of hard work undertaken by artisans are enough to leave visitors awestruck. Return to the hotel and stay overnight in Aurangabad.

Overnight - Hotel

Day 4 - After breakfast we drive for a couple of hours north to visit the Ajanta Caves. Ajanta is one of India's treasured historical and architectural wonder. It was found during the 19th century by a group of British officers on a tiger hunt and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Ajanta caves, nestled deep beneath the Sahyadri hills above Waghora, portray the story of Buddhism that was prevalent here from 200 BCE to 650 CE. The amazing cave temples of Ajanta are carved into the rocky sides of a dramatic crescent-shaped gorge, at the head of which is a waterfall that drops over the mountain rim in a series of seven steps to a pool far below — deep inside the mountain lie the Buddhist chaitya – vihara prayer and monastery caves. After sightseeing we head back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Overnight - Train

Day 5 - This morning we checkout from the hotel and board the connecting flight via Mumbai to Goa, the tropical beach paradise. Upon arrival in Goa we check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day is free to spend at leisure. Although Goa is India's smallest state in terms of size, it is well-known for its beaches, churches, and architecture. Every year, a large number of foreign and domestic visitors visit Goa. Panaji (or Panjim) is Goa's capital and a popular shopping destination. North Goa attracts tourists with its beaches, forts and nightlife. Overnight stay in Goa.

Overnight - Hotel

Day 6 - Today we head out for a half-day sightseeing tour of Old Goa. Old Goa is home to several Portuguese churches and cathedrals built during the 15th and the 16th Century. We visit popular attractions of old Goa including, Se Cathedral, UNESCO-listed Basilica of Bom Jesus, Church of St. Francis and Fort Aguada. After the tour we head back to the hotel. The evening is free to relax at the beach, take a stroll on the silvery sands, indulge in adventurous water sports, watch the sun set and enjoy the delicious local cuisine. Overnight stay in Goa.

Overnight - Hotel

Day 7 - The day is free to relax and unwind or explore Goa on your own.

Overnight - Hotel

Day 8 - The day is free to relax and unwind or explore Goa on your own.

Overnight - Hotel

Day 9 - Our tour of the Mumbai and Goa comes to an end and it’s time to pack your bags and head back with memories of a lifetime. Check out of the hotel and get a transfer to the Goa airport for onward travel.

Tour Ends