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7 Days in Pune: Unveiling Ancient Marvels and Natural Delights

Syed Ehsanur Rub

3 Dec 2023

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Embark on a thrilling journey through Pune, Maharashtra, India, as you uncover ancient marvels and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. This 7-day itinerary is packed with exciting adventures and cultural experiences that will leave you mesmerized.

Trip to Pune

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Discovering Hidden Treasures and Trampolining Fun

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$4

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$ 2

Bhaja Buddhist Caves

22 landmark rock-cut caves featuring old carvings & a large shrine, dating to the 2nd century BCE.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$1

76 - 92 min

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Directions

Butterfly Trampoline Park - Hinjawadi (Pune)

Family amusement park with trampolines courses, plus climbing walls, foam pits & Zumba sessions.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$1

39 - 47 min

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Directions

Chittaranjan Vatika

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$1

7 - 9 min

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Pataleshwar Cave Temple

8th century cave temple carved from basalt rock, with square pillars & ornate carvings.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$1

Day 2Conquering Hills and Embracing Serenity

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$3

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$ 2

Baner Hill

Hiking trails traverse this scenic hilltop, offering sweeping city & river views.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$1

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Pashan Lake

Migratory birds, a nature trail & bamboo plantings are among the highlights of this artificial lake.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$1

37 - 45 min

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Vetal Tekdi

Landmark, 2,600 ft.-high hill & forest reserve with hiking, birdwatching & a panoramic temple.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$1

25 - 30 min

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Peshwe Energy Park

Eco-park emphasizing renewable energy, with educational pavilions & a battery-powered train.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$1

Day 3Parks, Temples, and a Glimpse into History

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$6

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$ 1

Kamala Nehru Park

Recreational green space featuring a children's play area, running path & a displayed military jet.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$1

8 - 10 min

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Shree Omkareshwar Temple

This 18th-century Hindu temple has onion-shaped domes & other traditional architectural features.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$1

11 - 16 min

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Laal Mahal

Modern reconstruction of the Red Palace, home of legendary 17th-century warrior king Shivaji.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$3

12 - 17 min

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Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum

Museum housing one man's varied collection of 20,000+ Indian artefacts ranging from toys to artwork.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$2

Day 4Spiritual Awakening and Wildlife Encounters

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$3

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$ 2

ISKCON NVCC Pune

Opulent temple devoted to Radha Krishna featuring a golden dome & chandeliers, plus a veranda.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$1

10 - 12 min

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Katraj Lake

Fountains synchronised to lights & music for evening shows at a lake with garden paths & benches.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$1

7 - 9 min

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Katraj Snake Park Lake

Park with a lake at its heart boasting snakes, but also leopards, deer, lions, bears, elephants etc.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$1

16 - 20 min

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Directions

BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir

Ancient Vedic texts provided a steel-free design scheme for this landmark, towering temple complex.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$1

Day 5Gardens, Tekdis, and a Zoological Paradise

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$4

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$ 1

Pune-Okayama Friendship Garden

Japanese garden set on 10 acres with paths & wooden pergolas, plus fish ponds & a kids' play area.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$1

18 - 22 min

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Directions

Taljai Tekdi

Walking paths traverse this serene urban park with an observation tower, playground & temple.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$1

10 - 12 min

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Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park

This large zoo with a lake & greenery has a snake park with many reptiles & an animal rescue center.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$2

Day 6Botanical Wonders and Fort Exploration

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$5

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$ 2

Empress Botanical Garden

Sprawling botanical garden specializing in regional plants, with rare trees, flowers & a kids' area.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$1

8 - 10 min

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Mahadji Shinde Chhatri

Memorial for an 18th-century military leader, with a Hindu temple & Anglo-Rajasthani architecture.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$1

26 - 32 min

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Directions

Parvati Hill

Leafy, 640m mount with stairs leading to a summit with panoramic views, several temples & a museum.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$2

83 - 100 min

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Directions

Sinhagad Fort

Historic hilltop fort with a memorial for 17th-century emperors, plus a temple to the goddess Kali.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$1

Day 7Temples, Parks, and Hills with Breathtaking Views

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$4

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$ 2

Ramdara temple

Striking temple with steps down to the water & decorative idols in vibrant, colonnaded prayer halls.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$1

70 - 84 min

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Directions

Wagheshwar Temple

Elaborate temple carved out of black basalt with a colorful gopuram tower, overlooking a lake.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$1

34 - 41 min

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Osho Teerth Park

Calm, natural setting for quiet walks & jogs amid dense foliage, gardens & a stream.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$1

39 - 47 min

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Directions

Dighi Hills

Lush hill offering a scenic hiking trail to an elevated Hindu temple & expansive views.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$1

Budget breakdown: $32 In total

Activities & Food:$25

Transport:$7