Road Trip from Pune to Tirumala (by Car)

Day 1: Pune → Solapur

Morning: Depart Pune early and enjoy the scenic drive to Lonavala, stopping at the famous Tiger’s Leap viewpoint for a quick photo stop.

Afternoon: Continue towards Bhimashankar to visit the ancient Shiva temple and enjoy a short trek in the surrounding forest.

Evening: Arrive in Solapur, check into your hotel and explore the historic Siddheshwar Temple before dinner.

Day 2: Solapur → Hyderabad

Morning: Leave Solapur and head north, making a brief stop at Nizamabad to view the historic museum and local market.

Afternoon: Drive through the beautiful hills of Basar and visit the revered Basar Saraswati Temple, a peaceful spot for a short prayer.

Evening: Reach Hyderabad, settle into your accommodation, and take an evening stroll to the illuminated Charminar area.

Day 3: Hyderabad → Tirumala

Morning: Depart Hyderabad and stop at Kurnool to explore the historic Kurnool Fort and enjoy a light breakfast.

Afternoon: Continue to Tirupati, where you can visit the grand Sri Venkateswara Temple and have lunch at a nearby dhaba.

Evening: Ascend to Tirumala for the coveted darshan at the Venkateswara Temple, concluding the pilgrimage with the serene hill‑top atmosphere.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Lonavala Viewpoint – 1 hr – Free
• Bhimashankar Temple – 1.5 hrs – Free (donations optional)
• Siddheshwar Temple, Solapur – 1 hr – Free
• Nizamabad Museum – 1 hr – ₹20 entry
• Basar Saraswati Temple – 1 hr – Free (donations optional)
• Charminar – 2 hrs – ₹30 entry
• Kurnool Fort – 1 hr – Free
• Sri Venkateswara Temple, Tirupati – 2 hrs – Free (donations optional)
• Venkateswara Temple Darshan, Tirumala – 3 hrs – ₹300 darshan ticket
• Fuel (≈1,150 km, 15 km/l, ₹110/l) – – – ₹8,500
• Toll Charges (multiple plazas) – – – ₹1,250
• Accommodation (2 nights) – – – ₹4,000
• Food & Miscellaneous – – – ₹2,000
• Total Estimated Cost: ₹16,300

Tips

For a more relaxed pace, consider adding an extra night in Hyderabad to explore its heritage sites or a night in Kurnool to break the drive. If you’re short on time, you can skip the Basar stop and head straight from Hyderabad to Tirupati, reducing the trip to two days, but be prepared for longer driving hours each day.