| Day -Two (Thursday) - SINDHUDURG Fort and TARKARLI |
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| Next day the train chugs in to the tip
of the Konkan coast, Sindhudurg Nagari station. A luxury A/C bus transfers you
to Malvan Jetty from the station. Settle in a comfortable boat, arranged just
for you, and enjoy the mesmerizing view of flora, birds and caressing waves on
the ride to Sindhudurg Fort.
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| Next stop the one time naval base,
stubbornly guarded, till today by the unconquered Ocean Fort of Sindhudurg. As
you approach the fort from Malvan jetty past a rocky reef, marvel at the hard
work of over 6000 skilled hands that worked round the clock for 3 years. Within
its premises are temples dedicated to Bhavani, Mahadeo, Jarimari, Mahapurush
and Shivaji. Walk on the two-mile long rampart walls and watch the breathtaking
view of the vast open sea as it fires a volley of spray 30ft. below. And at
times even 30 feet high, an amazing experience indeed. |
| Head out to Tarkarli by luxury A/C bus.
A virgin beach at the confluence of river Karli and Arabian Sea with silver
soft sands and pristine clear waters. The wide river, the beautiful sailboats,
the tiny islands, the hamlets at the river bank, all contribute to the
picture-postcard beauty of Tarkarli. Enjoy a relaxed lunch at the
well-appointed MTDC Beach Resort, complete with twenty 'Konkani' style
cottages. Indeed a perfect place to enjoy the mouth-watering 'Malvani' cuisine
and then unwind. |
| Next, from Tarkarli beach move on to
visit Dhamapur a typical Konkani village. A serene atmosphere and natural
beauty of this village is truly captivating. This tiny village gifted with a
beautiful lake with blue, unpolluted, crystal-clear water is a pleasure for
eyes. Also in the vicinity are Temples of Bhagawati and Bharadi Devi that are
worth visiting. After experiencing some quite movements here, move on to board
the train. |
| The evening promises a traditional meal
in the train. As the train heads to Goa from Kudal, you will leave behind this
coastal paradise rich in history and natural splendour. |
| Today Scheduled |
| Sindhudurg Nagari
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Timings |
| Breakfast on Board
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06.30 hrs. onwards |
| Arrive at Sindhudurg station
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07.30 hrs. |
| Detrain for Malvan Jetty by A/c.Coach
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08.00 hrs. |
| On way walk through Local market known as "Katta"
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| Visit Sindhudurg Fort by boat |
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09.30 hrs. |
| Return to depart for the Tarkarli Resort
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11.30 hrs. |
| Arrive at Tarkarli Beach Resort
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12.00 hrs. |
| Lunch & Leisure time up to
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15.30 hrs. |
| Depart for Dhamapur village by A/c coach
On way visit to Cashew factory. |
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15.45 hrs. |
| Arrive at Dhamapur Village.
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16.45 hrs. |
| Visit to Ancient Temple of Goddess Bhagawati and
Bharadi Devi And Dhamapur lake.
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16.45 hrs. to 17.30 hrs. |
| Depart by coach to Kudal Railway Station. |
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17.45 hrs. |
| Return to Deccan Odyssey train.Depart for Goa.
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18.15 hrs. |
| Depart for Goa.
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18.30 hrs. |
| Dinner on board.
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20.30 hrs. |
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| Eight Days Seven Nights Tour |
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