Hill Stations Tour & Maharashtra
Duration: 07 Days - 06 Nights
Highlights: Mumbai | Lonavala | Khandala | Karla | Pune | Mahabaleshwar | Shopping | Beach | Hill Station | Night Life
Mumbai Arrival & Sightseeing
Arrive at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport / Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Railway Station and proceed to hotel. After some rest proceed for half day sightseeing tour which includes a Mumbai beaches covering Marine drive, Juhu beach, Chowpatty Beach and Crawford Market. Overnight stay at hotel.
Mumbai Sightseeing
Post breakfast proceed towards The Gateway of India and take ferry to the Elephanta Caves. These caves comprise of temples carved from solid rock dating back to the 7th century. The main attraction is the three-headed bust of Lord Shiva, famously known as ‘Trimurti’. Later, halt at the Gateway of India for photo stop, drive past monuments built during the British era such as Mumbai University, Rajabai Clock Tower, Siddhivinayak temple , Mahalakshmi temple & Haji Ali, High Court. You may choose to stroll across Fashion Street, a stretch famous for its export clothing and accessories. Later drive past Marine Drive also known as the Queen’s Necklace. Later, ascend Malabar Hill to visit the beautifully adorned Jain Temple, Kamala Nehru Park, Bandra Sea Link and the Hanging Garden. Overnight stay at hotel.
Mumbai Lonavala (Approx 90 Kms / 02 Hrs Drive)
Post breakfast checkout and proceed to Lonavala. Enjoy drive through amazing hilly slopes and lush greenery of Mother Nature as you make your way to Lonavala. On arrival, check into your hotel and rest for a while. Evening at leisure Overnight stay at hotel.
Excursion to Khandala
Post breakfast proceed for a full day excursion to Khandala. En-route visit Bhushi Dam, Valvan Dam, Duke’s Nose, Ryewood Park, and Tiger’s leap. Witness the ruins of Karla caves and the Buddhist Temple. These rock cut caves are ranked amongst the oldest examples of Buddhist temple art in India. Also visit Rajmachi Fort & Kune Waterfalls. By evening back to Lonavala. Overnight stay at hotel.
Lonavala Mahabaleshwar via Pune (Approx 185 Kms / 05 Hrs Drive)
Post breakfast checkout and proceed to Mahabaleshwar. En-route visit Aga Khan Palace, Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Ashram of Osho, Lal Mahal (Palace), Parvati Hill and Temple, Raj Bhavan, Shaniwar Wada and Shindyanchi Chhatri at Pune. Arrive at Mahabaleshwar by evening and check in hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Mahabaleshwar Sightseeing
Post breakfast proceed for full day sightseeing of Mahabaleshwar. Visit the Mahabaleshwar Temple, Venna Lake, Echo Point, Elphinstone Point, Connaught Peak, Marjorie Point, Kate's Point, Arthur's Point, Bombay point, Gaolani Point, Panchgani Point etc. Overnight stay at hotel.
Mahabaleshwar Pune (Approx 120 Kms / Approx 03 Hrs Drive)
Post breakfast checkout and proceed to Pune. On arrival take drop at Pune Airport / Railway Station for your return journey.