The most driven route in India. NH-66 (old NH-17) via the Konkan coast is one of the most beautiful coastal highways in the world — far better than the inland expressway.
Exit Mumbai before 7am to avoid the Pune expressway traffic. Take NH-66 via Palm Beach Road.
Warne bridge over the Vashishti river. Good fish thali options here.
Underrated Konkan town. Ratnadurg Fort, Mandavi beach. Alphonso mango country — seasonal. Much better than pushing to Goa in one exhausting day.
North Goa (Calangute, Baga, Anjuna) for nightlife and beach shacks. South Goa (Palolem, Agonda, Patnem) for quieter beaches and boutique stays. The AI knows the difference.
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