Scenic Road Trip from Gulbarga to Goa: A 3-Day Coastal Adventure

Day 1: Travel and Explore Bijapur

Gulbarga to Bijapur, India on May 19, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel Aramane

Savour a traditional Karnataka-style breakfast featuring idli, vada, and filter coffee to energise your day before the journey.
INR200, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive from Gulbarga to Bijapur

Start your road trip with a 2h30m drive of approximately 135 km taking National Highway 50, passing scenic rural landscapes and small towns.
N/A, 2h30m

10:30am

Visit Gol Gumbaz

Explore the famous Gol Gumbaz, known for its impressive dome and whispering gallery, an architectural marvel from the Adil Shahi dynasty.
INR25, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Tajpur Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious thali lunch featuring local flavours including jowar roti, brinjal curry, and chutneys in a traditional setting.
INR300, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Ibrahim Rauza

Visit this beautiful mausoleum complex known for its symmetry and intricate carvings, often called the 'Taj Mahal of the Deccan'.
INR20, 1h0m

3:00pm

Drive from Bijapur to Belgaum

Take a approximately 3-hour drive of 165 km heading west towards Belgaum via National Highway 52, enjoying changing landscapes.
N/A, 3h0m

6:00pm

Check-in and Dinner at Hotel Malap

Relax with a comfortable stay and enjoy a hearty North Karnataka meal with dishes like ragi mudde and spicy curries.
INR600, 1h30m
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Day 2: Belgaum to Goa Journey

Belgaum to Goa, India on May 20, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel Malap

Start your day with a wholesome breakfast of dosas and sambhar to energise for the day's travel.
INR200, 0h45m

8:30am

Drive from Belgaum to Goa

Embark on a scenic 3 hour 30 minutes, 110 km drive winding through the Western Ghats, lush greenery, and small villages.
N/A, 3h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Martin's Corner, Betalbatim

Indulge in fresh Goan seafood and local delicacies like prawn curry and feni in an iconic beachfront restaurant (opens from 12pm).
INR700, 1h30m

1:30pm

Check-in at Beach Resort, South Goa

Settle into your resort near Colva or Palolem beaches for relaxation and scenic coastal views.
INR3500, 0h30m

2:00pm

Relax on Palolem Beach

Spend the afternoon unwinding on the crescent-shaped beach, enjoying gentle waves and sunbathing.
Free, 3h0m

5:00pm

Visit Cabo De Rama Fort

Explore the historical fort offering panoramic views of the Arabian Sea and coastline, a 30-minute drive from Palolem (open until sunset).
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Fisherman's Wharf, Cavelossim

Dine on classic Goan cuisine with live music in a lively ambiance featuring dishes like Goan fish curry and pork vindaloo (opens until 11pm).
INR800, 1h30m
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Day 3: Goa Exploration and Return

Goa, India on May 21, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Cafe Alchemia, Palolem

Enjoy freshly brewed coffee and light artisanal breakfast options like croissants and tropical fruit bowls.
INR350, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Old Goa Churches

Tour the UNESCO World Heritage sites like Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral to admire colonial Portuguese architecture (open 9am-5pm).
Free, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Mum's Kitchen, Panaji

Taste authentic Goan dishes such as Xacuti and Sorpotel in this popular and well-reviewed Panaji restaurant.
INR600, 1h0m

1:30pm

Explore Panaji City and Mandovi River

Walk around Panaji’s Latin Quarter and enjoy a leisurely boat cruise on the Mandovi River (boat cruise operates 2pm-5pm).
INR400, 2h0m

3:30pm

Drive back to Gulbarga or continue your onward journey

Begin your drive back or proceed to your next destination refreshed by the scenic coastal experience.
N/A, Varies
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