Pune Weekend Tour | Short Trip To Pune

OVERVIEW- Pune is the second largest city after Mumbai in state of Maharashtra. Set amidst the Deccan Plateau it is at a distance of 160kms from Mumbai. It is a one of the prime commercial hub and tourist destination.

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.

AURANGABAD- Aurangabad Known for its medieval monuments and cultural heritage, the city of Aurangabad was the seat of the Mughal Empire for a short span. The town has derived its name from Aurangzeb, the Mughal emperor, and it served as the headquarters during his governorship over Deccan. It is a world famous city due to the presence of the Ajanta and Ellora caves regarded as the world heritage sites. These sites have Buddhist, Jain and Hindu temples.

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.

Tour Destination: Mumbai/Aurangabad - Pune - Mumbai/ Aurangabad

Travel Duration: 02 Nights/03 Days

DAY 1: MUMBAI/AURANGABAD - PUNE

Drive to the vibrant city of Pune. Transfer to hotel. Evening free for leisure activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 2: PUNE

After breakfast, full day city tour of Pune

AGA KHAN PALACE- It is one of the most historic and magnificent structures in the country. It was built by Sultan Muhammed Shah Aga Khan III in the year 1892. Its primary historic significance in India is that it was used as prison for Mahatma Gandhi, his wife Kasturba Gandhi, his secretary Mahadev Desai and Sarojini Naidu following the Quit India movement of 1942.

SHANIWAR WADA- Shaniwar Wada was the seat of the Peshwas at the height of Maratha empire. It is a testimony to the Maratha glory and valor. Its architectural design shows influences of Mughal style and features of Maratha artistic styles. The 21-feet tall entrance of the palace is known as Delhi Darwaza.

OSHO ASHRAM- The Ashram is a tranquil place which brings you own centers of peace, meditation & oneness. The ideologies of Osho also can be found here. People visit the Osho Ashram to medidate, facilitate and channelize their inner thoughts and feelings and usually to reconnect with their inner being.

PATALESHWAR CAVE TEMPLE- The Temples is dedicated to Lord Pataleshwar- the God of Underwater and Lord Shiva. The design of these temples is similar to those of Elephanta Cave. It was constructed in 8th century and many of its stones date back to 700 to 800 AD. It is also known for its museum which is listed in the Guinness Book of Records. The museum is known for the grain of rice which has 5000 characters inscribed on it.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 3: PUNE - MUMBAI/AURANGABAD

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

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