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10 Days in Pune: A Journey Through History and Nature

jasus adami

22 Nov 2023

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Embark on a 10-day adventure in Pune, Maharashtra, India, exploring ancient marvels and indulging in the beauty of nature. Discover the rich history at Shaniwar Wada and Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum, seek blessings at Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir, and immerse yourself in the tranquility of Parvati Hill and Varasgaon Dam. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Pune

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Gardens, Institutes, and Historical Wonders

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$4

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$ 1

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

10 - 12 min

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Tribal Research & Training Institute

Preserved huts in the style of different Indian tribes are found at this museum of tribal culture.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$1

17 - 21 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.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$2

Day 2Hilltop Views and Architectural Gems

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$4

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$ 1

Chatuhshrungi Paytha

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$1

33 - 40 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.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$3

34 - 41 min

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Dighi Hills

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

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$1

Day 3Museums and a Glimpse into Indian History

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$3

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$ 1

Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$2

8 - 12 min

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Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir

Hindu temple popular with pilgrims, with marble interiors & a golden Ganesh idol.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

50 - 60 min

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SHREE CHHATRAPATI SHIVAJI MAHARAJ MUSEUM & INDIAN HISTORY

Complex of exhibition halls featuring artwork & artifacts documenting the nation's past.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$1

Day 4Remembering Gandhi and Exploring Heritage

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$3

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$ 1

Gandhi National Memorial Society

Museum within the Aga Khan Palace devoted to Gandhi's life, featuring photos, personal items & more.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$1

25 - 30 min

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Vishrambaug Wada

Once-stately, 3-story mansion with intricate brickwork plus wood carvings on the doorway & balcony.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$1

10 - 12 min

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Kamala Nehru Park

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

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$1

Day 5Temples, Parks, and Serene Lakes

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$2

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$ 1

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

13 - 16 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.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$1

19 - 23 min

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SmritiVan

Verdant forest offering an array of trees & with a carved path for quiet reflection & walking.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$1

Day 6Lakeside Retreats and Spiritual Sites

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$2

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$ 1

Katraj Lake

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$1

17 - 21 min

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Kanifnath Temple

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$1

32 - 39 min

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Khadakwasla Lake

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$1

Day 7Wildlife Encounters and a Majestic Fort

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$3

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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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$2

77 - 93 min

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Sinhagad Fort

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$1

Day 8Art Galleries and Cultural Immersion

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$2

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$ 1

Darpan Art Gallery

This gallery has a wide policy for displaying work in a multitude of media by mainly local artists.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$1

6 - 9 min

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Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Museum & Memorial

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$1

11 - 14 min

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Shri Chatushrungi Devi Temple

Hillside Hindu temple known for its steep entrance steps, vibrant facade & landscaped gardens.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$1

Day 9Hilltop Serenity and Scenic Gardens

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$4

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$ 1

Parvati Hill

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$2

34 - 51 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

153 - 184 min

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Varasgaon Dam

Local hangout spot backed by forested hills, popular for day trips, family picnics & sunset views.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$1

Day 10Art, Caves, and Natural Beauty

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$4

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$ 2

Art2Day

Contemporary, cheerful gallery in an airy space featuring unique modern art & art workshops.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$1

14 - 17 min

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Baner Hill

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$1

14 - 17 min

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Pashan Lake

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

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$1

80 - 96 min

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Bhaja Buddhist Caves

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

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$1

Budget breakdown: $34 In total

Activities & Food:$28

Transport:$7