Next day the train chugs in to the tip of the Konkan coast, Kudal station. A luxury A/C bus transfers you to Malvan Jetty from the station. Settle in a comfortable boat, arranged just for you, and enjoy the mesmerizing view of flora, birds and caressing waves on the ride to Sindhudurg Fort.

Next stop the one time naval base, stubbornly guarded, till today by the unconquered Ocean Fort of Sindhudurg. As you approach the fort from Malvan jetty past a rocky reef, marvel at the hard work of over 6000 skilled hands that worked round the clock for 3 years. Within its premises are temples dedicated to Bhavani, Mahadeo, Jarimari, Mahapurush and Shivaji. Walk on the two-mile long rampart walls and watch the breathtaking view of the vast open sea as it fires a volley of spray 30ft. below. And at times even 30 feet high, an amazing experience indeed.

Head out to Tarkarli by luxury A/C bus. A virgin beach at the confluence of river Karli and Arabian Sea with silver soft sands and pristine clear waters. The wide river, the beautiful sailboats, the tiny islands, the hamlets at the river bank, all contribute to the picture-postcard beauty of Tarkarli. Enjoy a relaxed lunch at the well-appointed MTDC Beach Resort, complete with twenty 'Konkani' style cottages. Indeed a perfect place to enjoy the mouth-watering 'Malvani' cuisine and then unwind.

Late afternoon enjoy backwater cruising in river Karli. Then engaged with the local enterprise through a visit to the Cashew factory. Day ends here and board the train at Kudal Railway Station.

The evening promises a traditional meal in the train. As the train heads to Goa from Kudal, you will leave behind this coastal paradise rich in history and natural splendour.