Lonavala: Lonavala, being a part of the Sahyadri hills, offers an alluring and bewitching experience of nature's most gifted region. Surrounded by dense forests, waterfalls, dam alongside lakes, Lonavala is a must-visit if you admire nature and want a gateway to have a soulful weekend or a good trip. Also visit Khandala and Rajmachi on the way to Lonavala. The tourist destination has many attractions to its name, Bhaja caves, Bushi dam, Karla caves, Rajmachi fort, Ryewood lake, among others.
Mahabaleshwar: Mahabaleshwar is the hill station located Satara district of Maharashtra. It is about 1,353 meters (4,439 ft) above sea level. Mahabaleshwar is famous for strawberries and mulberries. Mahabaleshwar attracts tourist for its pleasant temperature throughout the year. It has become an excellent location for honeymooners.
Entry/Exit point of Tour:
Day 1: Mumbai/Pune to Lonavala
On arrival at Mumbai (Approx 83 KMs)/Pune (Approx 65 KMs) drive to Lonavala. It Is A Hill Station Near Mumbai. Lonavala Comes To Life During The Monsoon Season As The Countryside Turns Lush Green With Waterfalls And Ponds. On Arrival Check In To Hotel. In The Evening Visit Lonavala Lake the Home For Many Of The Rare Birds And Water Species. Pawna Lake Is An Artificially Built Lake Where One Can Enjoy Row Boating And Motor Boating Facility. Ryewood Park Has Plenty Of Grounds With Greenish Lawns And Playing Grounds For Children. Overnight At Hotel.
Day 2: Lonavala
After Breakfast Visit Bushi Dam Is One Of The Majestic Picnic Spots In Lonavala. The Dam Is Magnificent During The Monsoons With Water Gushing Out Through The Dam Make Exhilarating Waterfalls. Karla Caves Are The Largest Cave Temple In India. These Caves Exhibit Buddhist Ideologies Through Inscriptions And Stupas. Celebrity Wax Museum In Lonavala Is India’s First Wax Museum. The Museum Has Sculpture’s Of Top Celebrities In India. Overnight Stay At Hotel.
Day 3: Lonavala to Mahabaleshwar (Approx 180.6 KMs/3.30 Hrs)
After healthy breakfast in the morning check out from the hotel and drive to Mahabaleshwar. Check in at hotel. Spend the whole day shopping on own or Relax for the day. Overnight Stay at Mahabaleshwar.
Day 4: Mahabaleshwar - Panchgani - Mahabaleshwar
Morning after breakfast goes for half day sightseeing by tourist taxi on sharing basis. Visit few palces enroute Panchgani.On arrival in Panchagani visit Table Land, Dhom Dam & many more. Return to hotel & relax for the day. Overnight Stay at Mahabaleshwar.
Day 5: Mahabaleshwar
Go on half-day sightseeing tour in Mahabaleshwar by tourist taxi on sharing basis. Spend the rest of the day shopping in Mahabaleshwar.
Day 6: Departure Mahabaleshwar
Morning checks out from the Mahabaleshwar hotel. Arrive at Mumbai (Approx 260KMs)/Pune (Approx 118 KMs) for you’re onwards hotel.
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Lonavala: Tiger’s Leap, Karla and Bhaja Caves, Climate, Bushi Dam, Celebrity Wax Museum
Lonavala Shopping Tips: Shopping in Lonavala is all about buying the famed chikki, fudge, jams and jellies. Chikki is a ready-to-eat sweet that is generally made from groundnuts and jaggery. In Lonavala, there are several shops selling varieties of chikki. Chocolate flavored fudge is equally popular; although other flavors are also available. The local delights are worth purchasing. You can also add fresh jams and jellies, chewda to your shopping list.
Lonavala Bazaar is a crowded lane offering an array of products including carved wooden figures, cane products, trinkets, food items and souvenirs.
Although, Lonavala does not offer high-end products and cannot be termed as shopper’s paradise, the natural beauty of the place and the authentic chikkis are bound to draw your attention.
Mahabaleshwar: Morarji Castle, Pratapgarh Fort, Bombay Point, Dhobi Waterfall & many more
Mahabaleshwar Shopping Tips: Fresh fruits including strawberries and raspberries are must buys. Although fruits are available in the local shops, there is the Mapro Gardens situated on the way to Panchgani from Mahabaleshwar. There is a wide variety of squashes, jams, jellies, fresh strawberries that are must buys. In Mapro gardens, you can taste the samples before buying. You can also buy fresh honey from the government sponsored bee farms in Mahabaleshwar.
Apart from food products, there are handicrafts items, leather goods, tribal trinkets and other souvenirs available in Town Bazaar. It is located in the centre of the town. It is a street consisting of small shops selling different kinds of products. You can buy honey, Kolhapuri footwear, handcrafted walking sticks, crochet dresses, shawls, baskets and decorative items that are popular here.