Board the reserved 45-seater AC bus at M.D. College. Attendance check, safety briefing, and distribution of contact sheet for faculty. Morning rest on the bus; travel time estimated ~3h30m to Pune depending on traffic.
Breakfast at a clean, student-friendly place near FC Road / JM Road or delivered packed breakfasts on arrival; quick service to keep schedule. Good balance of hygiene and low cost for students.
Visit the historic Shaniwar Wada, a central landmark of Maratha history and Peshwa governance; excellent for first-year commerce students to appreciate city formation, heritage conservation, and civic architecture. Check open hours: typically 9:00am–5:30pm.
Tour the Aga Khan Palace, an important site in India’s independence history and where Mahatma Gandhi was interned; educational for understanding social history and civic leadership. Typical visiting hours 9:30am–5:30pm.
Lunch at a hygienic, budget-friendly restaurant near the city center (e.g., FC Road / JM Road area) or pre-arranged packed lunches to save time; provides nutritious meal and chance for a short group briefing about the zoo visit.
Visit Katraj Zoo for an educational walk-through of flora and fauna, conservation practices, animal behaviour observation and zoo management functions — ideal for students to learn about biodiversity, environmental economics and public education programs. Zoo timings usually 9:30am–5:30pm; confirm & pre-book group permission at least 7 days prior with Pune Municipal Corporation/Zoo office.
Short leisurely stop at Pu La Deshpande Garden for group photos, light reflection and quick discussion about public spaces and urban planning. Garden hours commonly extend into the evening; 30 minutes is sufficient for a relaxing break.
Short roadside/or pre-packed tea & snacks distribution while en route to provide refreshments and a final debrief of the day; helps keep students comfortable for the final leg.
Shaniwar Wada: students INR10 / adults INR20 (Total INR460). Aga Khan Palace: students INR15 / adults INR30 (Total INR690). Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park (Katraj Zoo): students INR20 / adults INR40 (Total INR920). Educational guide at zoo / group-handling fee: INR1500 (group). Pu La Deshpande Garden: free. Note: Group must obtain prior permission/booking for Katraj Zoo; fees approximate and subject to change—confirm on booking.
Line items and approximate costs for 43 people (40 students + 3 faculty). All figures are estimates typical for 2025; vendor quotes required for final booking.
Total estimated cost INR58760 ÷ 43 participants = INR1366 per person (approx). For safety/rounding, plan INR1370 per head or collect INR1400 to include minor extras. Formula: (Bus hire + Meals + Entry Fees + Zoo guide + Tolls/Parking + Contingency) ÷ Number of participants.
— Pre-book bus and confirm toll/parking terms. — Apply for group permission at Katraj Zoo (Pune Municipal Corporation) at least 7 days ahead; request educational guide if required. — Carry college IDs and a signed consent for minors (if any). — Check live opening times and any maintenance closures before departure.