MAHABALESHWAR
🗓️ Day 01: Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar → Mahabaleshwar
- Distance: ~380 km | Drive Time: 7–8 hours
- Morning departure from Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar (Aurangabad) by private car.
- En route, stop at Ahmednagar for a tea/ lunch break.
- Scenic drive through the Western Ghats — witness lush valleys & winding roads.
- Evening arrival in Mahabaleshwar. Check-in at hotel.
- Leisure stroll at Venna Lake — enjoy boating or a horse ride (optional).
- Overnight: Mahabaleshwar (Night 1 of 3)
🗓️ Day 02: Mahabaleshwar Local Sightseeing
- Morning: Visit the famous Mahabaleshwar Temple (ancient 16th-century Shiva temple) & Krishnabai Temple.
- Visit Arthur’s Seat — the “Queen of Points” offering breathtaking valley views.
- Explore Wilson Point (highest point in Mahabaleshwar — sunrise views), Elephant’s Head Point & Lodwick Point.
- Afternoon: Visit Mapro Garden — enjoy fresh strawberry cream, juices, & purchase local jams/ chocolates.
- Visit Venna Valley & Kate’s Point for panoramic views.
- Evening: Free for shopping at Mahabaleshwar Market — famous for strawberries, honey, & handmade chikkis.
- Overnight: Mahabaleshwar (Night 2 of 3)
🗓️ Day 03: Pratapgarh Fort & Panchgani Excursion
- Distance: ~20 km to Pratapgarh | ~25 km to Panchgani
Morning — Pratapgarh Fort
- Drive to Pratapgarh Fort — the historic fort of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj (where Afzal Khan was slain).
- Explore the fort — Bhawani Temple, Afzal Khan’s Tomb, & the massive Statue of Shivaji Maharaj.
- Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Sahyadri ranges.
Afternoon — Panchgani
- Drive to Panchgani — a charming hill station known for its scenic beauty.
- Visit Table Land — Asia’s second-largest volcanic plateau; enjoy horse riding & ATV rides (optional).
- Visit Sydney Point — offers spectacular views of Dhom Dam & Krishna Valley.
- Explore Parsi Point overlooking the Krishna River gorge.
- Visit Mapro Garden Panchgani if not visited earlier.
- Evening: Return to Mahabaleshwar. Relax at hotel.
- Overnight: Mahabaleshwar (Night 3 of 3)
🗓️ Day 04: Mahabaleshwar → Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar – Departure
- Distance: ~380 km | Drive Time: 7–8 hours
- Breakfast & check-out.
- Visit Needle Hole Point or Bombay Point for one last view (optional).
- Drive back to Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar.
- Drop at your desired location (home / airport / railway station).
- Tour Concludes — Refreshing Memories with Apratim Holidays! 🎉
📊 Night-wise Summary
Night | Location | Nights Stay |
1–3 | Mahabaleshwar | 3 Nights |
Total | 3 Nights / 4 Days |
📍 Key Sightseeing Covered
Destination | Attractions |
Mahabaleshwar | Mahabaleshwar Temple, Arthur’s Seat, Wilson Point, Elephant’s Head Point, Lodwick Point, Kate’s Point, Venna Lake, Mapro Garden |
Pratapgarh | Pratapgarh Fort, Bhawani Temple, Shivaji Statue |
Panchgani | Table Land, Sydney Point, Parsi Point, Mapro Garden |
Include
- Accommodation in good category hotels / resorts on MAP basis (Breakfast + Dinner)
- Private car for all transfers & sightseeing
- Driver allowance, toll tax, parking & fuel charges
- All applicable hotel taxes
Excluded
- 5% GST extra
- Entry fees, guide charges, camera fees
- Personal expenses (laundry, tips, phone calls, etc.)
- Any activity costs (boating, horse riding, ATV rides, etc.)
- Meals other than specified
