Bangalore to Goa

About the city:

About the city:Beautiful palm fringed beaches, Portuguese architecture, a happening nightlife and peace and tranquility- that’s Goa for you. One of India’s most popular holiday destinations, Goa has something for everyone.

Airports and Railways: The Dabolim Airport lies 29 kilometers away from the state capital of Panaji. The airport is well connected by regular flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Kochi. The two main railway stations in Goa are the Madhgaon Junction (39 kilometres from Panjim), Vasco- Da- Gama Railway Station (28 kilometres from Panjim) and Dabolim Railway station (25 kilometres from Panjim). All these stations are well connected by trains from the rest of the country.
There are various public as well as private bus operators in Goa that provide inter-state and intra-state connections. KSRTC, MSRTC and KTC are some of the government transport corporations that operate from Panaji, Madgaon and Vasco Da Gama. There are also many private bus operators such as Neeta Tour and Travels, Paulo Travels and Naik Tours and Travels that operate bus services to and from cities like Mumbai and Pune.

Hotels and Restaurants: Some of Goa’s finest hotels include Estrela Do Mar Beach Resort, Deltin Suites, Neelam’s The Grand and Resort De Alturas. All these hotels provide comfortable accommodations along with scenic views.Goa is a food lovers’ paradise and is particularly famed for its fresh and delicious seafood. Some of Goa’s most popular restaurants include Mum’s Kitchen, Fiesta, Britto’s and Alfama to name a few. Some of the dishes you must try in Goa include Pork Vindaloo, Crab Xacuti, Kingfish Curry, Goan Prawn Curry and Bebinca.

Markets: Goa has many interesting options for shopping and some of Goa’s popular shopping haunts include Mapusa Market (for spices, fruits and homemade pickles), Anjuna Flea Market (for clothes, footwear, beachwear and local handicrafts), Arpora Saturday Night Bazaar (for spices, carpets and embroidered textiles) and Calangute Market Square (for sarongs, trinkets, metal, leather and clay items).

City Transportation: Taxis are a great way of getting around the city. You can either hire a cab in advance, or book one directly from the airport, or railway station. Another popular way of getting around Goa is by hiring bikes, scooters, or cars. Vehicles for hire are easily available all through Goa and all you need is an ID proof to hire one.

Must-See Places: Some of the places you must visit on your Goa trip are Baga Beach, Anjuna Beach, Basilica of Bom Jesus, Fort Aguada and Chapora Fort.

Climate of Goa: Mid-November to Mid-February are the winter months in Goa and is the most pleasant time to visit. March to May are the hotter months and not many tourists visit during this time. June to October are predominately the monsoon months.

About the city:

Bangalore, officially known as Bengalaru, the capital city of Karnataka is inviting in every way. Renowned as the ‘Silicon Valley’ of India as well as a beautiful “Garden City’, it caters to every kind of traveler. With great deals and discounts on flights to Bangalore you can step right into the heart of this bustling cosmopolitan city.

Situated in the centre of the South-Deccan plateau, getting a flight to and from Bengalaru is easy from just about anywhere. When here you can visit some of its finest museums, art-galleries, gardens and lakes. Bangalore is definitely a delight for those who love food as the city offers a wide choice of restaurants, from traditional to fine dining. Shopping in Bangalore is exciting as it boasts of excellent shopping malls and markets sprawled across the city.

Best Time To Fly
The city experiences a salubrious climate all year round and the best time to fly into Bangalore would be from October through May. There are numerous international as well as domestic flights to and from Bangalore

Major Airlines Flying to Bangalore
Bangalore, better known as Bengaluru has a well linked airline service. IndiGo, Emirates, Oman Air, SriLankan Airlines, Druk Air, Kingfisher and many other domestic as well as international airlines serve Bengaluru. These airlines also connect the city with major other cities of the country such as Kolkata, Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi and many others. Bengaluru International Airport is around 40 kilometers far from the main city centre. Iris Hotel, the Royal Comfort, the Monarch Luxur and many others are famous hotels in the city. Check Bangalore Flight Status here.