Overview

Mahabaleshwar is a popular hill station in Maharashtra, known for its scenic beauty, strawberry farms, and historical sites. It offers a mix of sightseeing, adventure activities, and opportunities to enjoy local cuisine and shopping. 

A charming hill station nestled in the Western Ghats, known for its strawberry farms, panoramic viewpoints, and pleasant weather year-round.

A famous stopover near Mahabaleshwar known for fresh strawberry delights and products.

Birthplace of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, located atop a hill in Junnar region.

Asia’s largest radio astronomy observatory, spread across 25 km near Junnar.

 

 

1 Day Available on request
Inclusions/Exclusions
What we'll give. What we won't

What is included in the tour

  • Pick And Drop From School
  • Transportation By Luxury And A/C bus (If Opted)
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Or Evening Snacks.
  • Trip Buddy (Male/Female)
  • Trip Manager.
  • Insurance For Picnic
  • Entry,Toll,Parking,Premit.

What is NOT included in the tour

  • Travel till pickup points
  • 5% GST on Booking Tickets
  • Any kind of personal expense like Mineral water/lime water/ Soft Drinks/ Extra snacks or meals that are not mentioned in the inclusions, purchased for personal consumption 
  • Any kind of cost which is not mentioned and included in the inclusion of this package.
  • Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required
Highlights
What makes this tour special

  • Venna Lake – Boating and lakeside leisure

  • Factory-fresh Mapro syrups, jams, and crushes

  • Lush garden café with wood-fired pizzas and strawberry cream

  • Seasonal strawberry picking experience (Feb–April)

  • Shivaji Maharaj Janmasthan (birth chamber)

  • Fort entrance gates (Mahadarwaja) and defensive structures

  • Trekking experience with panoramic countryside views

  • Ancient water tanks and statues

  • Network of 30 fully steerable parabolic radio antennas

  • Insight into cutting-edge space and astronomical research

  • Visitor’s gallery and informative audio-visual displays

  • Guided educational tours (prior permission essential)

  • Kate’s Point & Elephant’s Head – Iconic viewpoints

  • Mahabaleshwar Temple – Sacred temple of Lord Shiva

  • Local Market – Strawberry products, honey, fudge, and handicrafts

Itinerary

05:30 AM — Departure from Pune

  • Early morning departure in a private vehicle or group coach

  • Carry packed breakfast/snacks for en route

 08:30 AM — Arrive at Mahabaleshwar

  • Quick visit to:

    • Venna Lake (boating if time permits)

    • Mahabaleshwar Temple

    • Arthur’s Seat / Kate’s Point (optional based on time)

10:00 AM — Visit Mapro Garden, Panchgani

  • Stroll through the lush garden

  • Taste fresh strawberry with cream

  • Quick shopping for Mapro syrups, crushes, and chocolates

11:00 AM — Depart for Junnar (Approx. 3.5 hrs drive via Pune by pass)

02:30 PM — Lunch En Route (Near Narayangaon / Junnar)

  • At a local dhaba or restaurant

03:15 PM — Arrive at Shivneri Fort

  • Explore:

    • Shivaji Maharaj Birthplace

    • Mahadarwaja gate and fortifications

    • Ancient water tanks and viewpoints

  • Light trek — allow approx. 45 minutes to 1 hour

 04:30 PM — Depart for GMRT, Khodad (Approx. 20 minutes drive)

 04:50 PM — Visit GMRT Observatory

  • Tour Asia’s largest radio telescope facility

  • Explore visitor’s gallery and learn about radio astronomy (prior permission advised)

 05:30 PM — Evening Tea & Snacks

 07:30 PM — Arrival at Pune