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6 Days in Pune: Unveiling Ancient Marvels and Cultural Treasures

Dilip Korde

26 Dec 2023

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Embark on a thrilling journey through Pune's rich history and vibrant culture. Discover magnificent forts, sacred temples, and captivating museums. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Parvati Hill, experience the serenity of Bhaja Buddhist Caves, and witness the grandeur of Shaniwar Wada. Indulge in authentic local cuisine and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Trip to Pune

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Exploring the Enchanting Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Conquering Sinhagad Fort

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$6

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$ 3

Kohinoor hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Directions

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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$4

97 - 117 min

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Directions

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

Day 2Delving into History at Vishrambaug Wada and Soaking in the Splendor of Parvati Hill

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$7

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$ 3

Kohinoor hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

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

18 - 22 min

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Parvati Hill

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$4

Day 3Seeking Blessings at Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir and Unraveling the Secrets of Shaniwar Wada

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$4

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$ 2

Kohinoor hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Directions

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

7 - 10 min

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Directions

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

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$4

Day 4Discovering the Ancient Bhaja Buddhist Caves and Paying Homage at Mahasadhu Shree Moraya Gosavi Maharaj Sanjivan Samadhi Mandir

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$4

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$ 3

Kohinoor hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

113 - 136 min

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Directions

Bhaja Buddhist Caves

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$3

68 - 82 min

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Mahasadhu Shree Moraya Gosavi Maharaj Sanjivan Samadhi Mandir

Stone-carved temple with life-sized animal statues, flower-bedecked altars & colorful towers.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$1

Day 5Immersing in Indian History at SHREE CHHATRAPATI SHIVAJI MAHARAJ MUSEUM and Finding Serenity at Aga Khan Palace

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$7

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$ 3

Kohinoor hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

45 - 54 min

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Directions

SHREE CHHATRAPATI SHIVAJI MAHARAJ MUSEUM & INDIAN HISTORY

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$1

32 - 39 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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$5

Day 6Experiencing Spiritual Bliss at Pataleshwar Cave Temple and Reliving History at Laal Mahal

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$7

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$ 3

Kohinoor hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Pataleshwar Cave Temple

8th century cave temple carved from basalt rock, with square pillars & ornate carvings.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$1

6 - 8 min

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Laal Mahal

Modern reconstruction of the Red Palace, home of legendary 17th-century warrior king Shivaji.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$5

Budget breakdown: $45 In total

Activities & Food:$33

Transport:$13