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8 Days of Adventure in Mumbai and Pune

Ayush Chauhan

Ayush Chauhan

12 Jan 2024

Embark on an exhilarating journey through the vibrant cities of Mumbai and Pune. Discover ancient marvels, lush gardens, and breathtaking views. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Day 1Forts, Mangroves, and Gandhi's Legacy
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$10

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$ 1

Bandra Fort
Also known as Castella de Aguada, this historic Portuguese fort offers rocky pathways & sea views.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$1
40 - 48 min

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Sewri Mangrove Park
Well-known birdwatching spot overlooking mudflats where thousands of flamingoes spend half the year.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
$1
31 - 38 min

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Mani Bhavan Gandhi Sangrahalaya
Highlighting Gandhi's life, this home features his room, a library, photos, films & other displays.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$4
20 - 29 min

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Hanging Gardens
Tranquil garden offering views of the Arabian Sea, flowers & hedges sculpted into animal shapes.
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
$4
Day 2Racing, Seafront Bliss, and Island Exploration
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$15

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$ 1

Mahalakshmi Race Course
Expansive, historic horseracing track & events venue, built in 1883, with a grandstand.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$6
28 - 34 min

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3.6-km promenade along the coast of a natural bay lined with restaurants & art deco-style buildings.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
$1
108 - 130 min

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Elephanta Island
Ferries travel to this wooded island known for its ancient caves dedicated to Shiva.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$8
Day 3Lakeside Serenity and Iconic Landmarks
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$2

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Powai Lake
19th-century artificial lake featuring boating, fishing & several parks along its shores.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$1
54 - 65 min

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Gateway Of India Mumbai
Grand, Indo-Saracenic-style, 26m-tall triumphal stone arch, built on the waterfront in 1924.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
Day 4Wildlife Encounters and Botanical Wonders
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$5

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$ 1

Sanjay Gandhi National Park
Sprawling, forested park home to the ancient Kanheri Caves, a lion & tiger safari & nature trails.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$1
91 - 110 min

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Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Udyan And Zoo
Historic zoo & botanical garden with a popular penguin exhibit, kids' playground & cafeteria.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
$4

Budget breakdown: $48 In total

Activities & Food:$43
Transport:$5
Day 1Forts, Mangroves, and Gandhi's Legacy
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$2

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Pashan Lake
Migratory birds, a nature trail & bamboo plantings are among the highlights of this artificial lake.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$1
24 - 29 min

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Darpan Art Gallery
This gallery has a wide policy for displaying work in a multitude of media by mainly local artists.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$1
17 - 21 min

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Vikram Pendse Cycles Private Museum
Modest, home-based showcase of 150+ antique bikes, plus assorted vintage household items.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$1
Day 2Racing, Seafront Bliss, and Island Exploration
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$4

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$ 1

Vetal Tekdi
Landmark, 2,600 ft.-high hill & forest reserve with hiking, birdwatching & a panoramic temple.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$1
30 - 36 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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$2
19 - 23 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.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$1
Day 3Lakeside Serenity and Iconic Landmarks
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$4

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$ 1

Sinhagad Fort
Historic hilltop fort with a memorial for 17th-century emperors, plus a temple to the goddess Kali.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$1
31 - 38 min

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Khadakwasla Lake
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$1
43 - 52 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
$2
Day 4Wildlife Encounters and Botanical Wonders
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$4

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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
$2
12 - 15 min

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Taljai Tekdi
Walking paths traverse this serene urban park with an observation tower, playground & temple.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$1
25 - 30 min

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Empress Botanical Garden
Sprawling botanical garden specializing in regional plants, with rare trees, flowers & a kids' area.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$1

Budget breakdown: $48 In total

Activities & Food:$43
Transport:$5