3-Day Scenic Bike Trip from Pune: Explore Maharashtra’s Gems Within 300 km Daily

Day 1: Hill Station Escape

Pune to Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra, India on July 9, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Vohuman Cafe, Pune

Start your trip with a hearty breakfast of classic Maharashtrian fare including misal pav and chai at this iconic Pune cafe. Opens at 6:30am, perfect to fuel your day.
INR200, 1h0m

8:00am

Ride Pune to Panchgani

Begin your ride towards Panchgani, enjoying scenic Western Ghats views on the roughly 100 km stretch, perfect for early morning biking.
Free, 3h30m

11:30am

Stop at Table Land, Panchgani

Explore Table Land, Asia’s second largest mountain plateau, offering panoramic hilltop views and a refreshing natural atmosphere. Open all day.
Free, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at The Grapevine, Panchgani

Enjoy farm-to-table meals with beautiful vineyard views specializing in fresh local produce and continental dishes.
INR800, 1h30m

2:00pm

Ride Panchgani to Mahabaleshwar

A scenic 20 km ride to Mahabaleshwar, featuring lovely ghats and viewpoints along the way.
Free, 0h45m

3:00pm

Visit Venna Lake, Mahabaleshwar

Relax at Venna Lake with boating options and nature views; a popular tourist spot open until late evening.
INR150, 1h30m

5:00pm

Check in and rest

Check into a hotel like Evershine Resort to rest and refresh for the next day’s ride.
INR3500, Overnight

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel’s Multi-cuisine Restaurant

Enjoy a cozy dinner featuring local Maharashtrian and Indian dishes at your hotel, serving until 10pm.
INR600, 1h0m
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Day 2: Nature and History

Mahabaleshwar to Satara, Maharashtra, India on July 10, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Mapro Garden Cafe, Mahabaleshwar

Try fresh strawberry-based treats and a traditional Maharashtrian breakfast in this famed garden cafe, opening at 7am.
INR350, 1h0m

8:00am

Visit Pratapgad Fort

Ride 20 km to the historic and scenic Pratapgad Fort, a significant Maratha Empire fortification offering great trekking and views. Open 9am to 5pm.
INR20, 2h0m

11:00am

Ride to Satara

Start the 80 km ride downhill to Satara city, passing through lush green valley roads.
Free, 2h30m

1:30pm

Lunch at Blue Nile, Satara

A popular restaurant in Satara offering delicious South Indian and Maharashtrian cuisine, perfect for refueling after your ride.
INR400, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Thoseghar Waterfalls

Short 22 km ride to Thoseghar Waterfalls, an impressive multi-tier waterfall that’s especially beautiful in the monsoon months. Open during daylight hours.
INR10, 1h30m

4:30pm

Explore Kaas Plateau

Head 25 km to the Kaas Plateau, a UNESCO biodiversity site with blooming wildflowers and stunning plateau landscapes, best explored in the afternoon.
INR50, 2h0m

6:30pm

Check in Satara hotel

Stay overnight at a comfortable hotel like Hotel Metropole to rest after a full day of outdoor exploration.
INR3000, Overnight

8:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Restaurant

Enjoy a relaxed dinner serving local and Indian flavors, open until 10pm.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 3: Scenic Return Ride

Satara to Pune, Maharashtra, India on July 11, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel, Satara

Begin your final day with a nutritious breakfast at your hotel, fueling a smooth ride back to Pune.
INR300, 1h0m

8:00am

Ride Satara to Pune

Embark on your scenic 110 km ride back to Pune, taking the NH48 route. Enjoy peaceful countryside and ghats en route.
Free, 3h30m

11:30am

Arrive Pune and visit Shaniwar Wada

Explore the historic Shaniwar Wada fort in Pune, a 18th-century palace fort and a symbol of Maratha pride, open 9am to 5pm.
INR25, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Vaishali Restaurant, Pune

Try Pune’s famous street-style South Indian snacks and meals in this popular restaurant near MG Road. Open till 3pm.
INR300, 1h0m

1:30pm

Explore Saras Baug

Relax at Saras Baug garden, a serene spot with a Ganesh temple, a nice way to wind down your trip. Open through the day.
Free, 1h0m

2:30pm

End of bike trip

Return your bike or rest in Pune after a memorable 3-day ride through Maharashtra’s scenic spots.
Free, Rest of day
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