About the trip
Maharashtra is blessed with hundreds of viewpoints spread across the hills, making it one of the most popular vacation spots for Indians and foreigners alike. In this tour you will explore the commercial capital of India i.e. Mumbai and the four most famous hill stations of Maharashtra. The hill stations turned into vantage points where you can take endless pictures, particularly the “Jewel of Sahyadri,” Lonavala. A true getaway trip from your monotone daily life. And Mahabaleshwar a hill station in the Western Ghats range is in South of Mumbai with some eminent viewing points, such as Arthur’s Seat. Don’t miss the stunning sunrise at Wilson Point is a famous tourist attraction. Enroute Khandala and Panchgani visit makes a complete hill station tour of Maharashtra.
Highlights
- 2 Nights accommodation in Mumbai, 2 nights in Lonavala and 2 nights at Mahabaleshwaram
- A full-course Mumbai tour - Gateway of India, Wales Museum, Marine Lines, Chowpatty Beach, Kamla Nehru Park, Dhobi Ghat, Afgan Church, the Flora Fountain including the Mani Bhawan.
- The Hill station Khandala, enroute Mumbai to Lonavala
- The Bhushi Dam and The Valvan Dam, The Duke’s Nose, Rajmanchi Point and the Karla Caves.
- The Hill station Panchgani enroute Lonavala to Mahabaleshwaram.
- Wilson Point (optional), Elephant’s Head Point, Arthur’s Seat, Boating at venna Lake (optional), Ladwick Point, Elphinstone Point, and the Lingmala Waterfall
- All transfers and sightseeing on Private Basis (Upto 4 Pax – Sedan, 5-6 pax – Innova & 7-12 pax – TT)
Accommodation
Hotel Metropolis or Similar
2 night(s) in Mumbai
Velvet County Resort & Spa, Lonavala - Khandala or Similar
2 night(s) in Lonavala
Bella Vista Resort or Similar
2 night(s) in Mahabaleshwar
Included in the price
Mumbai
- Full-day Mumbai Tour
Lonavala
- Transfer from Mumbai to Lonavala Enroute Khandala sightseeing
- Lonavala Local Sightseeing
Mahabaleshwar
- Transfer from Lonavala to Mahabaleshwar Enroute Panchgani sightseeing
- Transfer from Mahabaleshwar to Mumbai
- Mahabaleshwar Local Sightseeing
Mumbai
- Full-day Mumbai Tour
Lonavala
- Transfer from Mumbai to Lonavala Enroute Khandala sightseeing
- Lonavala Local Sightseeing
Mahabaleshwar
- Transfer from Lonavala to Mahabaleshwar Enroute Panchgani sightseeing
- Transfer from Mahabaleshwar to Mumbai
- Mahabaleshwar Local Sightseeing
Day-wise Itinerary
ExpandDay 1: Arrival In Mumbai
Upon arrival in Mumbai, we’ll pick you up from the airport or the railway station and take you to the hotel that we’ve pre-booked. You can rest up once we reach the hotel, perhaps spend some leisure time on your own at nearby shopping areas or do some exploration on your own before we start the tour tomorrow. Overnight stay in Mumbai.
Day 2: Full-day Mumbai Tour “like A True Tourist In Mumbai.”
- After you enjoy a hearty breakfast provided by the hotel, we begin our full-day trip around Mumbai, starting from the Gateway of India and then the Prince of Wales Museum. We’ll also take a look at the Hanging Gardens of the Malabar Hills for the best views of Marine Lines & Chowpatty Beach before moving across to Kamla Nehru Park.The next stop would be the Mani Bhawan, where we visit the former residence of Mahatma Gandhi, then Dhobi Ghat. We’ll also visit the Afgan Church and the Flora Fountain that’s located within the Bombay nerve centre, as well as the Colorful Crawford Market. We’ll take the Marine Drive route to go back to our hotel.
- You’re back to your hotel room in Mumbai to rest. Overnight stay.
Day 3: Transfer From Mumbai To Lonavala Via Khandala (90 Km)
We set off for Lonavala after breakfast and en-route to Khandala for the refreshing air. Soak in the cool breeze as you enjoy the green sight before you. Khandala is famous for its exquisite rock formations. It's home to vantage spots including Sunset Point and Rajmachi Point, with views of Rajmachi Fort. Kune Falls is a 3-tiered waterfall set in a dramatic valley. Waterfalls surround the Tamhini Ghat mountain pass. East of town, the Bhaja and Karla caves are ancient, Buddhist rock-cut shrines featuring intricate carvings and pillars. Check in to your hotel on arrival and rest up for the day. Overnight stay at Lonavala.
Day 4: Lonavala Local Sightseeing
We take you to all the popular local spots of Lonavala from the Bhushi Dam, known for its specialty Chikki and the Valvan Dam, the Duke’s Nose for the green hills, Rajmanchi Point, and then Karla Caves for the ancient temples that brag massive rock-carved stories of deities and columns. We return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Lonavala.
Day 5: Transfer From Lonavala To Mahabaleshwar Via Panchgani (177 Km)
We head for Mahabaleshwar from Lonavala after you have your breakfast. We’ll make a stop in Panchgani, known for its exquisite view, on the way to our next destination. Panchgani is known for the Table Land, a huge volcanic plateau. The main attractions are Sydney Point and Parsi Point offer views of Dhom Dam lake and Kamalgad Fort, used as a prison by the British in the early 19th century and also to southeast, the Rajpuri Caves are surrounded by sacred ponds and contain a temple dedicated to the Hindu god Lord Kartikeya. You can choose to visit the local market on arrival or rest up at the hotel first before checking them out in the evening. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in your hotel.
Day 6: Mahabaleshwar Local Sightseeing - “escape The Hustle And Bustle Of City Life.”
Early morning before sunrise don’t miss to go and see the ‘Wilson Point’ for the stunning sunrise. After breakfast, we’ll take you to the best spots with a gorgeous view of the landscape in Mahabaleshwar. Several places we will be covering on this day are the Elephant’s Head Point, Arthur’s Seat, Venna Lake, Ladwick Point, Elphinstone Point, and the Lingmala Waterfall. We return to the hotel by nightfall to let your rest.
Day 7: Transfer From Mahabaleshwar To Mumbai For Departure (260 Km)
We take our ride back to Mumbai after enjoying our breakfast at the hotel. And for our last stop of the trip, we’ll go to the Mapro Garden before we drop you off at Mumbai airport or the railway station for your onward journey. Tour ends with sweet memories.
Exclusions
Expand- Airfare (unless mentioned or added in the package)
- Entry charges to Monuments, Museums and Forts (Directly to be paid by the guest)
- Laundry services, phone calls, beverages, meals not indicated in the itinerary, tips any type, personal costs, optional tours and excursions and anything that is not mentioned in Inclusions.
Terms and Conditions
Expand- CANCELLATIONS / REFUNDS
- A reservation should be considered cancelled only after receiving our confirmation of such cancellation. If a cancellation is received less than 60 days prior to the arrival of passenger, the cancellation expenses will be charged according to the following table:
- 14 – 08 days before arrival: 50% of total price
- 07 – 00 days or if have no show of passenger: 100% of total price.
- There will be no refund for unused services or changes in itineraries made by passengers without permission.
- BAGGAGE
- It is allowed 02 suitcase normal sized per passenger in all transports. Passenger shall be fully responsible for their luggage and personal belongings during the course of the trip. Regarding to land transport, luggage and other personal belongings should be kept with you, whatever part of the vehicle that will be placed and will be transported at the risk of the user. We recommend users are present in all manipulations of loading and unloading of baggage. Baggage on air transport, rail, sea or driving, conditions of transport companies will apply, being the ticket passage, the document binds the mentioned companies to the passenger. If client suffer any baggage damage, loss or delay, the passenger must present a claim against the Transport Company. For transport of large volumes of luggage such as bicycles, surfboards, etc, a supplement will apply (please consult). The tour packages in economy class can have a piece of 15kg in air transport. The company may charge a supplement or can refuse baggage that exceed this weight or parts. Recommended not to store valuables, medication, passport, documents or money inside baggage. If you want to have this procedure, make a statement before travelling.
- TIPS / TAXES / TICKETS
- Tickets to museums and sites during excursions are included. Not included any kind of tip, and the tips are at your discretion.
- TRAVEL DOCUMENTS
- Passenger must have valid passport, and visas for the countries that require them. Under 18 years old must have an authorization letter written and signed by their parents or guardians as such document can be requested by any authority. In the case of loss of a document for passenger such as hotel voucher, ferries tickets, air tickets, etc, we will not be held responsible and the penalty that will apply for a new booking and issuance of such documents.
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS
- Any physical or mental disability requiring special attention or treatment must be noted at time of reservation.
- TRAVEL INSURANCE
- We recommend for you to purchase full travel insure that will cover the entire cost of your trip in case cancellation, trip interruption for any reason, etc.
