Gems of Maharashtra
Duration: 09 Days - 08 Nights
Highlights: Mumbai | Mahabaleshwar | Aurangabad | Lonavala | Elephanta Caves | Ajanta | Ellora | Beach | Shopping | 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 Mahabaleshwar (Approx 230 Kms / 06 Hrs Drive)
Post breakfast checkout and proceed to Mahabaleshwar. Enjoy the beauty of the landscape during this trip. Arrival at Mahabaleshwar and check in hotel. Evening free for leisure. 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 Aurangabad (Approx 360 Kms / 07 Hrs - 08 Hrs Drive)
Post breakfast checkout and proceed to Aurangabad. Arrive after long journey at Aurangabad and check in hotel. Evening free at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.
Excursion to Ajanta Caves (Approx 110 Kms One-way / 02 Hrs Drive)
Post breakfast proceed for full day Ajanta caves excursion. The Caves include paintings and sculptured described by the government Archaeological survey of India as “the finest surviving examples of Indian art, particularly paintingâ€.
Excursion to Ellora Caves & Aurangabad Sightseeing
Post breakfast proceed for Ellora caves excursion. Ellora is also known as Elapura in the Rashtrakuta Kannada literature. Well known for its monumental caves, Ellora is an UNESCO World Heritage Site and forms one of major tourist attraction in Marathwada region of Maharashtra. Post Ellora excursion proceed to visit Famous Grishneshwar Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. On the way back to Aurangabad visit Buddhist caves and Daultabad fort. If time permits visit Bibi Ka Maqbara, Chand Minar, Jama Mosque and Shivaji Maharaj Museum. Overnight stay at hotel.
Aurangabad Lonavala & Sightseeing (Approx 290 Kms / 06 Hrs - 07 Hrs Drive)
Post breakfast checkout and proceed to Lonavala. On arrival visit Duke’s Nose, Ryewood Park, and Tiger’s leap. By evening check in hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Lonavala Mumbai / Pune Drop
Post breakfast checkout and visit the ruins of Karla caves and the Buddhist Temple. Later take drop at Mumbai Airport / Railway Station OR Pune Airport / Railway Station.