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5 Days in Pune: Exploring Ancient Marvels and Indulging in Nature's Beauty

Kanishk Khobragade

Kanishk Khobragade

24 Dec 2023

Join me on a thrilling journey through Pune as I uncover the city's rich history and immerse myself in its breathtaking natural beauty. From ancient palaces to serene gardens, this itinerary is packed with excitement and adventure.

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Day 1Unveiling the Majestic Aga Khan Palace and Pataleshwar Cave Temple
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$7

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$ 1

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
17 - 21 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
Day 2Unleashing the Adventurer Within at Shaniwar Wada and Butterfly Trampoline Park
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$7

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$ 1

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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$4
48 - 58 min

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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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$3
Day 3Conquering the Mighty Sinhagad Fort and Finding Serenity at Pune-Okayama Friendship Garden
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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
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$2
61 - 74 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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$1
Day 4Seeking Blessings at Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir and ISKCON NVCC Pune
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$2

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$ 1

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
27 - 33 min

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ISKCON NVCC Pune
Opulent temple devoted to Radha Krishna featuring a golden dome & chandeliers, plus a veranda.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$1
Day 5Roaming with Wildlife at Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park and Embracing Tranquility at Empress Botanical Garden
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$6

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$ 1

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
26 - 32 min

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Empress Botanical Garden
Sprawling botanical garden specializing in regional plants, with rare trees, flowers & a kids' area.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$1

Budget breakdown: $27 In total

Activities & Food:$23
Transport:$4