Excursions and weekend getaways are the ways through which today’s India relaxes and rejuvenates. For some, it’s the hill stations that appeal and for others, it’s the historical monuments and yet for the outgoing, party lovers type of folks, it is always the sun, sand and the sea which has a magnetic appeal. Sea beaches are the most preferred option for the younger crowd to enjoy and take a break from the hectic, neck breaking work schedule. Bangalore is one city which has a huge population of youth either working in the IT industry and students pursuing professional education and India’s favorite destination for young people who love the beaches, sand, music, fun and frolic is Goa. The road distance between the two cities is roughly 570 km and a bus from Bangalore to Goa might take somewhere between 8 to 9 hours to cover the distance.
One known as the party capital and the other as the IT hub of India, the road on weekends and holiday witnesses a surge in traffic and many now prefer taking a bus from Bangalore to Goa. Easy availability of buses equipped with features to ensure comfortable and relaxing journey, facility of online booking, train like berths on many buses makes it a preferred option for the youth. Further, the tickets of the air-conditioned buses are reasonably priced ensuring its pocket-friendly for the students as well. Goa has a lot to offer for the tourists apart from its famous beaches. The authentic Goan cuisine is another major attraction. For the foodies, be it the Goan fish curry, prawn curry or the Fish Recheado, the state has a lot more to offer. Many churches, cathedrals, temples, forts and the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary are other places where tourists love to visit.
The bus route from Bangalore to Goa is full of nature’s bounty. The Chitradurga valley with huge boulders and quaint surroundings is a must stopover. And the list of stopovers during this journey is quite big to be it the Anshi-Dandeli Tiger Reserve, Kali Adventure Camp or the Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary, the Ranebennur Blackbuck Deer Sanctuary, Bhagwan Mahaveer Wildlife Sanctuary and Mollem National Park along with the Dudhsagar waterfalls of en route Goa and last but not the least the Butterfly Conservatory. The bus route from Bangalore to Goa has a plenty to offer for the nature lovers and many groups of travelers now prefer to hire a chartered bus.
So what's stopping you beaches calling this weekend?
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