Take a tour of the cultural capital & second largest city of Maharastra, visit the most prominent monuments, temples, markets and palaces. Take a tour of Shaniwarwada palace, Lal Mahal & other historically important places. Complimentary lunch during the tour.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Service of a knowledgeable guide.
✔ Hotel Pick-up and Drop.
✖ Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
Pickup Locations
1. Hotel Kala Sagar
2. OYO 10244 Stay Inn
3. OYO 16832 Hotel I Suite 2
4. FabExpress Royal Inn
5. NewLeaf Hotel
6. Hotel JM Four
7. Treebo Regency - Bund Garden, Dhole Patil Road
8. E-square The Fern, Pune
9. NPC Serviced Apartment Bhosale Nagar
10. Seasons - An Apartment Hotel
11. Hotel Orchard
12. Hotel Pravasi
13. Hotel Mint Salisbury Park
14. Sunderban Resort & Spa
15. SPOT ON 60586 Prakash Lodge
16. Hotel Swan Inn
17. Hotel Sardar Pune
18. The Guest House
19. The Corinthians Resort & Club
20. Hotel Himalaya Inn
Itinerary
1
Shaniwar Wada
Legend has it that Thorale the Elder was out, gathering ghee in the grounds of the to-be palace, he saw a rabbit chasing a dog. Taking inspiration from this Shaniwar Wada was built. A palace which would never see defeat. Built in 1730 by Bajiroa 1st it’s an impressive palace and grounds, the seat of Peshwas power reflected in its opulence.
Duration: 30 minutes
2
Lal Mahal Chitra
In the year 1630 A.D.Shahji Bhonsle got the Lal Mahal built for his wife Jijabai and son Shivaji. The original Lal Mahal was built with the idea of reconstructing the recently razed city of Pune.
Duration: 30 minutes
3
Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple
Shreemant Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple in Pune is dedicated to the Hindu God Ganesh. The temple is popular in Maharashtra and is visited by over hundred thousand pilgrims every year.
Duration: 15 minutes
4
Pataleshwar Cave Temple
This is a beautiful monolithic creation located in Pune is carved out of a single rock and is a heritage site.
Duration: 30 minutes
5
Aga Khan Palace
Built in 1982, this structure played a major role in the freedom struggle of India as it acted as a prison to Mahatma Gandhi and his wife Kasturba Gandhi. Aga Khan Palace is one of the top tourist attraction in Pune.
Duration: 30 minutes
6
One of the oldest churches in the Deccan area, St. Mary’s Church has been a place of worship since the 1820’s. Built for the spiritual needs on the British army stationed here at the time. The church is whitewashed and built with a combination of British and Indian styles.
Duration: 30 minutes
7
Darshan Museum
Dedicated to Sindhi Saint and scholar Sandhu T.L. Vaswani, it offers a biographical journey into the teachings of India’s best known spiritual gurus. The museum is built on a space of 10,000 sq. feet, consisting of exhibitions and live events, using media, multimedia and 3D, it’s a very modern and enthusing way of getting a look at the teachings and life of Sandhu T.L. Vaswani.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
