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Mumbai Pune Goa Foodie Itinerary for December 2023

  1. Day 1: Mumbai
    Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
    10 minutes (2.3 km) from Gateway of India

    In the morning, enjoy a traditional Indian breakfast at Cafe Madras. In the afternoon, visit the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, a UNESCO World Heritage site. In the evening, head to Trishna Restaurant for some of the best seafood in the city.

  2. Day 2: Pune
    Aga Khan Palace
    3 hours (149 km) from Mumbai

    In the morning, grab a classic Pune breakfast of puri bhaji at Bedekar Misal. In the afternoon, visit the beautiful Aga Khan Palace, where Mahatma Gandhi was held prisoner in the 1940s. In the evening, try the famous chicken biryani at Dorabjee & Sons.

  3. Day 3: Goa
    Baga Beach
    9 hours (578 km) from Pune

    In the morning, arrive in Goa and take a dip in the Arabian Sea at Baga Beach. In the afternoon, savor some traditional Goan fish curry at Mum's Kitchen. In the evening, take a stroll through the night market at Arpora and try some street food.

  4. Day 4: Goa
    Bom Jesus Basilica
    30 minutes (18 km) from Baga Beach

    In the morning, visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Bom Jesus Basilica, where the remains of St. Francis Xavier are kept. In the afternoon, head to Gunpowder for some delicious Indo-Portuguese cuisine. In the evening, take a sunset cruise on the Mandovi River.

  5. Day 5: Goa
    Fort Aguada
    30 minutes (17 km) from Bom Jesus Basilica

    In the morning, explore the historic Fort Aguada, built by the Portuguese in the 17th century. In the afternoon, enjoy some authentic Goan thali at Viva Panjim. In the evening, head to Club Cubana for a night of dancing and cocktails.

  6. Day 6: Mumbai
    Elephanta Caves
    2 hours (11 km) from Mumbai

    In the morning, take a ferry to the Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site. In the afternoon, head to Haji Ali Dargah, a beautiful Islamic shrine in the middle of the sea. In the evening, try some delicious kebabs at Bademiya.

  7. Day 7: Mumbai
    Gateway of India
    20 minutes (5.5 km) from Haji Ali Dargah

    In the morning, take a stroll around the Gateway of India, one of the most famous landmarks in Mumbai. In the afternoon, visit the Chor Bazaar, a sprawling market full of antiques and other curios. In the evening, head to the rooftop bar at Aer to enjoy breathtaking views of the city.

Recommendations

Don't miss the opportunity to visit the lively Colaba Causeway market in Mumbai, where you can find everything from jewelry to clothing to street food. If you have some extra time, consider taking a day trip to the hill station of Lonavala, famous for its chikki and scenic vistas. To maximize your fun, try to plan your trip during the week to avoid crowds at popular tourist spots. Lastly, make sure to indulge in some traditional Goan desserts, such as bebinca and serradura, at local bakeries and cafes.

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