Day 1

Day 1 - Goa International Airport – Old Panajim -

On arrival at Goa International Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel in Old Panajim. This first day allows you to slow the pace and gradually ease into the atmosphere of South India. Strolling through the colourful lanes of Panaji, along the banks of the Mandovi River, you will discover a town marked by its Portuguese heritage—an ideal way to begin the trip gently. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2

Day 2 - Old Panaji - Dandelli

You take the handlebars of your Royal Enfield for the first day of riding. Leaving Panaji, the route gradually takes you into the Western Ghats, the mountain range that runs along India’s west coast. The road passes through dense forest and leads you to the Mahadev Temple, one of Goa’s oldest. After lunch, you continue through the undulating terrain, dotted with water reservoirs and wide-open vistas. Arrival in Dandelli marks the end of this first stage, already very immersive. Overnight at the hotel.

93 miles

Day 3

Day 3 - Dandelli – Badami

You leave Dandelli early in the morning for a stage marked by the diversity of landscapes. The wooded slopes of the Western Ghats gradually give way to the vast agricultural plains of Karnataka. Driving alternates between open stretches and more flowing sections, offering a varied pace. By the end of the day you reach Badami, a former political and religious center. Situated on the riverbank, the site reveals its rock-cut temples hewn from the rock. Overnight at the hotel.

130 miles

Day 4

Day 4 - Badami - Hampi

The day begins with a visit to the Badami site, allowing a better understanding of the region's history before you get back on the road. The route continues to Hampi, another major site listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Along the way you'll pass through agricultural areas—rice paddies and banana groves—that punctuate the journey. You arrive in Hampi at the end of the day, set in a stony, history-filled landscape. Overnight at the hotel.

96 miles

Day 5

Day 5 - Hampi

You'll spend this day exploring Hampi in depth. By motorcycle, you'll travel through the different sectors of the former capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. Temples, palaces and ruins dot the landscape as you go, offering a fuller understanding of this exceptional site. This shorter-distance day allows time to observe and soak up the atmosphere. Overnight at the hotel.

70 miles

Day 6

Day 6 - Hampi - Gabadi

You set out on a long stage across the Deccan Plateau. The route passes through open landscapes and gradually leads you toward the Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary. The driving is smooth and steady, alternating between forests, rocky areas and more pronounced terrain. The contrasts of color accompany this busy day, highlighting the variety of landscapes crossed. Overnight in Gabadi.

164 miles

Day 7

Day 7 - Gabadi - Matthuga

You continue your journey along winding roads, marked by a succession of bends and changes of pace. The landscapes alternate between jungle, ancient ruins and small isolated temples. Along the way, you pause to visit Jog Falls, whose power contrasts with the tranquility of the surrounding forest. You reach Matthuga at the end of the day. Overnight at the hotel.

118 miles

Day 8

Day 8 - Matthuga - Palolem

This penultimate stage takes you to the coast. You follow the Jog River to its mouth on the Arabian Sea. The ride becomes more relaxed as you approach the shoreline, offering a gradual transition from inland to the maritime world of the Konkan coast. An optional off-road activity may be offered for those who wish to extend the experience. Arrival in Palolem at the end of the day. Overnight at the hotel.

124 miles

Day 9

Day 9 - Palolem - Old Panjim

You set off on the road for a final day of driving. The route follows the coast of Goa and lets you discover a few more notable sites, including the old Portuguese port of Cabo de Rama, perched on a cliff. The final kilometers provide a gradual conclusion to the journey, alternating between the sea, coastal landscapes and villages. Return to Old Panajim and overnight at the hotel.

56 miles

Day 10

Day 10 - Old Panjim - Goa Airport

Depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred to Goa Airport. This motorcycle trip in India comes to an end after an itinerary designed for riders, blending mountainous terrain, ancient heritage and a gradual immersion into Karnataka and southern India.