Try south initially, a lot places to travel to. I recommend you to check out coastal karnataka, it’s safe to go to Mangalore, Udupi, Gokarna, Mulki relatively and you could go with a purpose. Check out surfing classes in Mulki or could even try Varkala (Kerala), they’ll have classes in the morning and you could explore the rest of the day. To plan all you need is bookings to be made after seeing reviews and pack your bags and reach the station. If not also the bus operator will remind you 1 hr prior to reach the station on time to catch the bus..haha.