4-Day Road Trip Itinerary: Pune to Gokarna to Murudeshwar and Back to Pune

Day 1: Travel Pune to Gokarna

Pune to Gokarna, India

6:00AM

Depart Pune

Begin your journey early morning from Pune towards Gokarna, approximately a 9-hour drive covering scenic and varied landscapes.
Fuel & tolls approx INR 2500, 9h0m

12:00PM

Lunch Break at Satara

Stop at Satara for lunch at Hotel Swadisht, offering authentic Maharashtrian thali to refresh on the way.
INR 400, 1h0m

3:30PM

Take Break at Karwar

Brief coffee and snack break at Karwar to stretch before reaching Gokarna.
INR 200, 30m

6:00PM

Arrive and Check-in at Namaste Cafe Guesthouse

Settle into the popular Namaste Cafe Guesthouse near Om Beach in Gokarna, known for its cozy ambiance and beach access.
INR 2500 per night, Overnight Stay

7:00PM

Dinner at Namaste Cafe

Enjoy a relaxed dinner at Namaste Cafe featuring fresh, tasty local and international dishes.
INR 700, 1.5h
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Day 2: Explore Gokarna Beaches

Gokarna, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Namaste Cafe

Start with a wholesome breakfast at the guesthouse to fuel your beach-filled day.
INR 400, 1h

9:30AM

Visit Om Beach

Walk and relax along the iconic Om Beach, enjoy swimming or simply soak in the tranquil environment.
Free, 2h

12:00PM

Lunch at Prema Restaurant

Relish fresh seafood and other local delicacies in a beachside setting at Prema Restaurant.
INR 800, 1h

1:30PM

Visit Kudle Beach

Spend the afternoon exploring the quieter Kudle Beach, ideal for sunset views and peaceful beach walks.
Free, 3h

5:00PM

Visit Mahabaleshwar Temple

Explore and admire the ancient architecture of Mahabaleshwar Temple near Gokarna town.
Free, 1h

7:00PM

Dinner at Gokarna Cafe

Savor a cozy dinner featuring Indian and continental fare at Gokarna Cafe.
INR 700, 1.5h

Overnight

Stay Overnight at Namaste Cafe Guesthouse

Rest overnight at your guesthouse ready for next day travel.
Included, Overnight
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Day 3: Travel to Murudeshwar & Explore

Gokarna to Murudeshwar, India

7:00AM

Breakfast at Namaste Cafe

Have an early breakfast before leaving Gokarna to make the most of your day in Murudeshwar.
INR 400, 1h

8:00AM

Drive to Murudeshwar

Set off for Murudeshwar, approximately a 2-hour scenic drive along the coast.
Fuel & tolls INR 600, 2h

10:00AM

Check-in at Hotel Murudeshwar Nethra

Check into Hotel Murudeshwar Nethra with sea-facing rooms and easy beach access.
INR 3200 per night, Stay

11:00AM

Visit Murudeshwar Temple

Explore the majestic Murudeshwar Temple complex including the massive Shiva statue overlooking the Arabian Sea.
Free, 2h

1:00PM

Lunch at RNS Sea Resort Restaurant

Dine at the resort’s restaurant enjoying fresh seafood specialties with ocean views.
INR 900, 1h

2:30PM

Relax at Murudeshwar Beach

Afternoon leisure at Murudeshwar Beach for swimming, boating or beach walks.
Free, 2h

5:00PM

Boat Trip to Netrani Island

Embark on a boat trip for snorkeling and exploring the marine life around Netrani Island (weather permitting).
INR 2000, 3h

8:30PM

Dinner at Hotel Murudeshwar Nethra

Return to the hotel for a relaxed dinner featuring local Karnataka cuisine.
INR 800, 1.5h

Overnight

Overnight Stay at Hotel Murudeshwar Nethra

Rest overnight before return journey.
Included, Overnight
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Day 4: Return to Pune

Murudeshwar to Pune, India

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with an early breakfast at the hotel.
Included, 1h

8:00AM

Depart to Pune

Begin the approximately 11-hour drive back to Pune, with planned stops to rest and refresh.
Fuel & tolls approx INR 3000, 11h

1:00PM

Lunch Break at Hubli

Stop at Hubli for lunch at Hotel Preethi Classic, offering a variety of South Indian and North Indian dishes.
INR 500, 1h

5:00PM

Coffee Break at Kolhapur

Take a short coffee and snack break in Kolhapur to rest before the final leg to Pune.
INR 200, 30m

7:00PM

Arrive in Pune

Arrive back at Pune after a memorable road trip covering the serene coasts and temples of southwest India.
N/A, End of Trip
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