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Pune: A Journey Through History and Nature

Dhiraj Patil

18 Dec 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 5-day adventure in Pune, India. Discover ancient marvels, picturesque lakes, and lush gardens. Immerse yourself in the rich history and natural beauty of this vibrant city.

Trip to Pune

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Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of Shaniwar Wada and Pashan Lake

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$21

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$ 6

Pune city

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 8 min

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Shaniwar Wada

Peshwa palace fort built in the 1740s, with a main gate big enough to let elephants pass through.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$16

24 - 29 min

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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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$5

Day 2Conquer the Heights of Vetal Tekdi and Explore Pune-Okayama Friendship Garden

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$10

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$ 9

Pune city

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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Vetal Tekdi

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$5

24 - 29 min

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Pune-Okayama Friendship Garden

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$5

Day 3Serenity at Khadakwasla Lake and Conquer the Mighty Sinhagad Fort

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$13

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$ 9

Pune city

Depart from your stay 🏨

53 - 64 min

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Khadakwasla Lake

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$5

34 - 41 min

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Sinhagad Fort

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$8

Day 4Get Wild at Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park

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$16

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$ 6

Pune city

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 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.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$16

Day 5Botanical Bliss at Empress Garden, Taljai Tekdi, and Parvati Hill

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$25

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$ 12

Pune city

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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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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$5

23 - 28 min

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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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$5

12 - 15 min

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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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$15

Budget breakdown: $126 In total

Activities & Food:$85

Transport:$41