Overview
If you just have one day and want to explore the best of Pune, then this is the ideal tour for you. The tour is designed for travelers to explore local culture, local cuisine, local religions, local lifestyle, and shopping locally in Pune.
This tour covers a Historic landmark Fort, Iconic temples, a Cave temple which is 1300+ years old, street markets, a lake, a Dense forest designed around sewage in middle of the city, an Italian-Islamic palace which was used as a museum for Mahatama Gandhi, a Gandhi Museum, a memento dedicated to Gandhi and his wife.
We have included Indian Thali as lunch, this is how most of the households have been consuming meals for generations in India, a true way to explore Indian cuisine. We have also included evening Tea & Bun Maska, an iconic tea from Persia made famous by Indians and have been renamed as Irani tea.
Your Travel Buddy will help you to shop and navigate through confusing lanes of the Old town. Best part, he will negotiate on your behalf!
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private transfers
Bottled water
Lunch
English speaking Travel Buddy
Snacks
Tolls & Parking
Entry ticket - Shaniwar Wada - INR 250 & Aga Khan Palace - INR 250
Tips and gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Saras Baug
30 min
Saras Bagu temple complex is the ideal place to visit in the morning to get a glimpse of the local life of Pune at its best. The temple is dedicated to Lord Ganesh, the temple is constructed in the middle of a lake and there is a very interesting story behind its construction which we leave for our guide to tell.
The temple is surrounded by a park, that is flocked by morning joggers. You will find people engaging in Yoga & exercise as well apart from praying at the temple.
The small lake around the temple is rich of marine life and one can spot hundreds of large fishes and turtles. The lake is also home to Lotus plants and if you are lucky you can spot Flower blossomings in their natural habitat. -
Shaniwar Wada
30 min
This grand mansion was built by the Peshwa Bajirao I himself as the residence of the Peshwas. Covering a vast area of about 625 acres, the palace is the ideal place to catch a glimpse of India's rich history. The place never fails to amaze the visitor with its various forts and fountain, and the majestic statue of Baji Rao I that greets the visitor at the entrance of the palace.
Explore the richness of one of the most influential kingdoms in India; The Great Marathas. -
Navgrah Shani Mandir
5 min
Discover numerous temples and age old shops as you stroll around the lanes of the aged town. You would get to explore many small shrines of Shani, Ganpati & Shiva
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5 min
Kasbapeth Ganpati is one of the most historic temples in Pune, commissioned by Rajamata herself, Jija Bai; the mother of Shivaji Maharaj. And, then the great freedom fighter of India, Lokmanya Tilak declared its status as Premier idol.
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5 min
The Lal Mahal, (Lal means Red color & Mahal means Palace) was the Palace of the Rajamata, Jija Bai & his son Shivaji maharaj spend early years of his life in the palace.
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20 min
Your visit to Pune is incomplete if you haven’t taken a blessing from this Deity. We bet you would be awestruck with the divinity around. You will also get to taste the famous sweets & also most offered to Lord Ganesh; Modak.
The temple is large than life, with beautiful gold & silver plated decoration. This is perhaps the most visited spot in Pune city. -
Laxmi Road
10 min
Explore the most bustling market of Pune.
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Tulsi Baug Shopping Market
30 min
Shop for local merchandise, this is an ideal market to shop for gifts for your loved one as its very wallet-friendly. You can shop for clothes, Indian fashion accessories, artifacts, Local special shoes (Kolhapuri chappals) and many more
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10 min
You have one hour for shopping in the famous market area. You can buy Souvenir, garments, fashion accessories, antics, artifacts & many more products from local industries. Do make sure you carry back some gifts home for your loved ones.
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Vishrambaug Samaj Mandir
5 min
This is another building having a great heritage value, this building was once house to Peshwa Bajirao II.
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Pataleshwar Cave Temple
20 min
This is the rock-cut cave temple built in 8th century, and apparently one of the oldest temples in Pune. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and entire structure appears to be a Huge Shiv-Ling.
The temple is carved out in Basalt rocks and gives ideal backdrop for clicking amazing pictures -
Osho Teerth Park
30 min
Osho gardens are built & managed by the Management of osho Ashram. The park has a small stream flowing across and giving you a great opportunity to spend time in the midst of nature
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Aga Khan Palace
30 min
How ironic it would be, you visiting India and not learning anything about Mahatma Gandhi. Aga Khan palace gives a great chance to get to know Life of Gandhi, he was imprisoned in this very palace from Aug 1942 to May 1944. He lived here along with his wife Kasturba, his secretary Mahadev Desai & Sarojini Naidu.
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30 min
Your exploration of Pune is about to end and we are ending it on a High Irani tea. Irani café in India have a vintage status and Irani café truly brings back vibe of golden era of these cafes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour of Pune
Can I cancel Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour of Pune for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 9 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Private transfers
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- English speaking Travel Buddy
- Snacks
- Tolls & Parking
What's not included?
- Entry ticket - Shaniwar Wada - INR 250 & Aga Khan Palace - INR 250
- Tips and gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Saras Baug, Shaniwar Wada, Navgrah Shani Mandir, Laxmi Road, Tulsi Baug Shopping Market, Vishrambaug Samaj Mandir, Pataleshwar Cave Temple, Osho Teerth Park.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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