Khandala Hills Tour | Hill Station Khandala Holidays Package

OVERVIEW- Khandala is one of the prominent hill station from Mumbai. The impressive scenery of the destination wins the hearts of nature lovers. Situated at a height of 625 m, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding. During monsoon, Khandala has its own beauty to boast about. The clean, verdant environ keeps the visitors spellbound. With picturesque grassy hills, sparkling lakes and captivating valleys, Khandala offers stunning views of the beautiful landscape leaving travelers with an everlasting impression. This hill station has seen the rise and the fall of many kingdoms such as the Marathas, Peshwas and even the colonial power of European countries.

MUMBAI- Mumbai is the capital city of Maharashtra and is the financial powerhouse of the country. Also well known commercial capital of India, fast paced cosmopolitan city. This historic city, extends along the sea, has grand buildings and is the center of India's Hindi film industry. The city is famous as the center of glamour and glitz due to the presence of Indian film industry. Mumbai is also a historical city having many attractions to offer to a visitor.

PUNE- Pune is an important town of Maharashtra and is also known as Oxford of the East due to the presence of a large number of prestigious education institutes. Its ancient forts, caves, temples and bewitching natural beauty are some of the irresistible temptations for the travelers. The second largest city of Maharashtra, Pune, is the place which was home to the Maratha leader, Shivaji for a long time. This calm city was also resided by the self-proclaimed guru, Bhagwan Rajneesh, also known as Osho.

KHANDALA- It is one of the important hill stations in the state of Maharashtra and is the pride of the Sahyadri Mountains. Khandala is endowed with abundant natural beauty, it is also provides a popular gateway from the hustle and bustle of cities of Mumbai and Pune. The picturesque green surroundings of this pretty hill station attract the travelers towards it.

Tour Destination: Mumbai/Pune - Khandala - Mumbai/Pune

Travel Duration: 02 Nights/03 Days

DAY 1: MUMBAI/PUNE - KHANDALA

Drive towards the beautiful hill station- Khandala. Transfer to hotel. In the evening visit

AMRUTANJANÂ POINT- Located at the starting of Khandala Ghatsa, the Amrutanjan Point is an excellent view point from where one can get a magnificent aerial view of the town Khopoli as well as the Duke's Nose. This is an enjoyable picnic spot owing to its pleasant weather, during most of the year and the beautiful surroundings.

TIGER POINT- At 650 meter height, Tiger Point, which is also called as Tiger's Leap, offers spectacular views of forests, lush greenery, waterfalls and lakes around. Since it resembles a leaping tiger's shape, the place is called thus. The sunrise and sunset views from here are mesmerizing. The place, in short, is a nature lovers ultimate dream destination.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 2: KHANDALA

After breakfast, start your sightseeing of Khandala viewing

RAJMACHI FORT- Midway between Lonavala and Khandala is a fort by the name of Rajmachi Fort, a prominent landmark that watches over some of the most breathtakingly beautiful and wide sceneries of the region. Atop the Western Ghats, the complex comprises two forts that are individually located at the Shrivardhan and Manaranjan Peaks.

LOHAGAD FORT- It is a popular historic structure perched over the top of an impressive hill near Malavali. The place is quite popular among trekkers who come here for one day tryst with nature and history. Built in the 18th century, it makes for an ideal destination for trekking and nature lovers, especially from Pune and Mumbai. The trek to the fort is an easy one and perfect for the first timers. The place is flanked by nature at its best, lush green grassland, panoramic views and cool mountain air.

KARLA CAVES- Nature and the artistic excellence in man fight a friendly battle here to reign supreme. Though nature is the ultimate winner, the architectural brilliance of man is not to be underrated. Karla Caves is a perfect example of the artisanship of man as early as 80 BC. Karla Caves are an impressive representation of architectural brilliance.

BHAJA CAVES- These Caves are amongst the most ancient Buddhist centers in this part of the world. They are over 2200 years old. The 22 rock-cut caves at the hill top represent the astonishing architectural skills possessed by the craftsmen of the past.

BHUSHI DAM- This dam has a beautiful waterfall in the vicinity, which is a must see. The surrounding area of the dam has been developed into a beautiful catchment area for tourists to enjoy.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 3: KHANDALA - MUMBAI/PUNE

Day free for leisure and later, drive back to Mumbai/Pune to catch your flights/train towards onward destination.

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