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6 Days in Pune: A Journey of Heritage and Culinary Delights

Darshan Makwana

Darshan Makwana

6 Dec 2023

Embark on a 6-day adventure to Pune, Maharashtra, India, where you'll discover ancient marvels and indulge in mouthwatering culinary delights. Explore historic sites, visit botanical gardens, and savor the flavors of authentic vegetarian cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in Pune!

Trip to Pune

Day 1Heritage Delights and Gastronomic Pleasures
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$7

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$ 2

Hotel Natraj

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Vishrambaug Wada
Once-stately, 3-story mansion with intricate brickwork plus wood carvings on the doorway & balcony.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$3
5 - 8 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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$4
Day 2Palaces, Temples, and Foodie Havens
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$5

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$ 2

Hotel Natraj

Depart from your stay 🏨

37 - 45 min

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Aga Khan Palace
Palace built in 19th century by Aga Khan & the site of Gandhi's 2-year imprisonment in 1940s.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$5
Day 3Ganpati Blessings and Botanical Bliss
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$2

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$ 2

Hotel Natraj

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir
Hindu temple popular with pilgrims, with marble interiors & a golden Ganesh idol.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Shree Omkareshwar Temple
This 18th-century Hindu temple has onion-shaped domes & other traditional architectural features.
No time set
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$1
Day 4Wildlife Encounters and Savory Treats
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$6

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$ 3

Hotel Natraj

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 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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$4
27 - 33 min

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Mahadji Shinde Chhatri
Memorial for an 18th-century military leader, with a Hindu temple & Anglo-Rajasthani architecture.
No time set
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$1
Day 5Spiritual Serenity and Majestic Forts
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$5

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$ 3

Hotel Natraj

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Shri Chatushrungi Devi Temple
Hillside Hindu temple known for its steep entrance steps, vibrant facade & landscaped gardens.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$1
94 - 113 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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$2
63 - 76 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.
No time set
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$1
Day 6Gardens, Caves, and Culinary Delights
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$7

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$ 3

Hotel Natraj

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 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.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$1
20 - 24 min

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Pataleshwar Cave Temple
8th century cave temple carved from basalt rock, with square pillars & ornate carvings.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$1
11 - 16 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.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$4
Day 7

Hotel Natraj

Depart from your stay 🏨

Budget breakdown: $41 In total

Activities & Food:$29
Transport:$12