MAHARASHTRA HILL STATION TOURS

MUMBAI- WITH-MAHABALESHWAR TOUR

03 Nights / 04 Days

Duration: 03 Nights / 04 Days (03 Nights Mahabaleshwar)

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Mahabaleshwar

Mahabaleshwar comes in Maharashtra's Satara District it is just 121 km from Pune and 280 km from Mumbai. It is the most popular Hill Station in India and the summer capital of the British Government. Still, historical buildings of the British era are present in Mahabaleshwar as a monument. Mahabaleshwar is on top of the Sahyadri mountain ranges. It is nearly 4500 sq feet above sea level. Mahabaleshwar has a pleasant and cool climate throughout the year. It has an area of 137.2 km areawise. It's the biggest hill station in India. All internal roads are broad and quite wide surrounded by dense forest and foggy climate. It has many elevated spots it is called Sightseeing points. Mahabaleshwar is preferred as the first choice for weekend holidays in Maharashtra because all budget tourists have an accommodation option here. Budget accommodations are in the price range of Rs 1200 to 2000. Standard Accommodation price range-Rs 2000-3500 Deluxe accommodation-Rs 4000-5000. Maharashtra Governments Tourism Department has one resort here that is suitable for all classes of tourists. Since it has dormitory accommodation for large groups, Non AC rooms and Ac Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, and Suite Rooms. The resort is attached to a restaurant.

Things to do in Mahabaleshwar

In Mahabaleshwar, you can visit the forts, lakes, Strawberry Farm, Sunrise, and Sunset points, ride on a horse, go for trekking activities or use the time for perfect rest.

Important points/ places to see in Mahabaleshwar are

1) Old Mahabaleshwar- It is also called kshetra Mahabaleshwar in the local Marathi language. this old Mahabaleshwar has three temples to visit they are panchganga temple, Mahabaleshwar Temple, and Krishna temple. Panchganganga temple it is believed that 5 rivers Krishna,venna, Savitri,koyanas, and Gayatri originate from Gurmukh located inside this temple. Mahabaleshwar Temple- This temple is of  God Shiva and his bed and Damru is found in this temple. Krishnabai Temple- it is a belief that the Krishna river jumped from this spot hence this is the spot from where the Krishna river originates. 2) Monkey Point- Natural Stone sculptured images resemble Gandhiji's three Monkeys hence this point is Called Monkey point. 3) Arthur Point-:it is named after Arthur mallet because his wife and daughter died in the Savitri river accident below this point. Mr. Arthur use to seat at this point and stare at the river in their memory

4) Venna lake- this lake was constructed by Maharaja Shri Appasaheb of Satara. This lake is surrounded by dense forest and tourists can enjoy a boat ride on the lake. 5) Kate's Point-This is the point from where a beautiful view of the Krishna river valley can be seen.

6) Wilson Point-This is the sunrise point of Mahabaleshwar, This is the highest point in Mahabaleshwar. 7) Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj built Pratapgad Fort-This fort in 1656, It is 20 km from Mahabaleshwar. 8) Lingmala waterfall- It is one of the most breathtaking views of the waterfall in Mahabaleshwar Hills. The waterfall is 5 km from Mahabaleshwar and surrounded by Forest from all sides.

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MAHARASHTRA TOURS

Day-wise Itinerary:

Day 01: Mumbai-Mahabaleshwar

After arrival at Mumbai/Pune pick up from Airport/Railway Station/Hotel and travel to  Mahabaleshwar, on arrival check into the hotel evening is free to explore Mahabaleshwar town on your own o/n halt.

Day 02: Mahabaleshwar

After B/F proceed to Mahabaleshwar sightseeing  Tourist Attraction) evening free for rest and shoppingo/n halt.

Day 03: Mahabaleshwar-Panchgani

After B/F proceed to Pratapgarh after a visit to the fort proceed to Panchgani, complete sightseeing in the Panchgani then in the evening return to Mahabaleshwar o/n halt.

Day 04: Mahabaleshwar-Mumbai

After B/F return back to Mumbai arrival drop at residence / Airport / Railway Station with memorable experiences of Gagangiri Tours & Travels. (MTDC Approved Travel Agency)

Tour Ends

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