Relaxed One-Day Trip from Margao to Malvan with Temple and Beach Visit

Day 1: Temple and Beach

Margao to Malvan and back, Goa and Maharashtra, India on June 7, 2025

6:00am

Early Breakfast at Café Bhonsle, Margao

Start your day with a filling Goan breakfast at Café Bhonsle, known for Poee bread and Goan sausage, operating from 6am to 11am.
INR200, 1h0m

7:00am

Drive from Margao to Malvan

Travel around 110 km westwards via NH66, taking about 2.5 hours to reach Malvan amidst coastal and verdant scenic landscapes.
Fuel cost approx INR700, 2h30m

9:30am

Visit Bhagwati Temple, Malvan

Explore the famous Bhagwati Temple, a popular spiritual site attracting devotees, open all day for visitors and showcasing regional temple architecture.
Free, 1h0m

10:30am

Malvan Beach Visit

Relax on the Malvan Beach's serene sands and enjoy the gentle coastal breeze; the location is ideal for unwinding and observing local fishermen at work.
Free, 1h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at RockSea Restaurant, Malvan

Feast on authentic Malvani cuisine including fresh fish thali and prawn curry at RockSea Restaurant, open from 11am to 5pm.
INR600, 1h0m

1:00pm

Local Market Stroll

Walk through Malvan's local market to experience regional products, spices, and handcrafted souvenirs, ideal for a cultural immersion.
Free, 1h0m

2:00pm

Drive back to Margao

Start the return journey to Margao, allowing around 2.5 hours driving along NH66 to reach by evening.
Fuel cost approx INR700, 2h30m

4:30pm

Evening Tea Break at Café Bhonsle, Margao

Enjoy some tea and light snacks at Café Bhonsle for a relaxing pause after the journey, open till 7pm.
INR150, 0h30m

5:00pm

Dinner at Mum’s Kitchen, Margao

Finish your day with classic Goan dishes such as pork sorpotel in the cozy ambiance of Mum’s Kitchen, open till 10pm.
INR500, 1h0m