3-Day Relaxation Itinerary in Nashik and Igatpuri, June 2023

1. Day 1: Nashik
   Start at your hotel in Igatpuri
   Approximately 54 minutes (35.4 km) from Igatpuri

   In the morning, visit the Sula Vineyards, one of India's most popular wineries. Take a tour of the vineyard, learn about the winemaking process, and enjoy some wine tasting. For lunch, head to the Little Italy, a vegetarian restaurant that offers authentic Italian cuisine. In the afternoon, visit the Trimbakeshwar Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India. Finally, end your day with a relaxing boat ride on the Gangapur Dam.

2. Day 2: Igatpuri
   Start at your hotel in Igatpuri
   Start your day with an early morning trek to the Bhandardara Hill. The trek is about 3 hours long and offers stunning views of the Bhandardara Dam. For breakfast, head to the Cafe 24, a cozy cafe that serves delicious Indian and Continental cuisine. After breakfast, visit the Camel Valley, a beautiful valley with stunning waterfalls and lush greenery. For lunch, head to the Rainforest Restaurant, a restaurant that offers a unique dining experience in the middle of nature. Finally, end your day with a relaxing spa treatment at the Manas Lifestyle Resort.

   Approximately 30 minutes (13.6 km) from Bhandardara Hill
3. Day 3: Igatpuri
   Start at your hotel in Igatpuri
   Approximately 10 minutes (6.2 km) from your hotel in Igatpuri

   Start your day with a visit to the Vipassana International Academy, a meditation center that offers courses in Vipassana meditation. After your meditation session, head to the Myanmar Gate, a replica of the Mandalay Palace Gate in Myanmar. For lunch, head to the Chai Tapri, a small tea stall that offers a variety of tea and snacks. In the afternoon, visit the Ghatandevi Temple, a beautiful temple located on a hill. Finally, end your day with a relaxing dip at the Camelot Resort's swimming pool.

Recommendations

You can also consider visiting the Pandavleni Caves, a group of 24 caves that date back to the 2nd century BC. If you have an extra day, you can take a side trip to the Shirdi Sai Baba Temple, which is located about 88 km from Nashik. To maximize your fun, you can also book a hot air balloon ride over the vineyards or go on a night trek to Kalsubai Peak, the highest peak in the Western Ghats. Don't forget to try the local wines and cuisine, and take back some souvenirs from the local markets.

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