One Day Trip from Pune to bi

  1. 6:30 AM: Aga Khan Palace
    Drive for 9 minutes (3.7 km) from Pune airport

    Aga Khan Palace is a historic palace built in 1892. It was used as a prison to imprison Mahatma Gandhi and his wife Kasturba Gandhi during the freedom struggle. It has now been transformed into a museum.

  2. 8:00 AM: Malshej Ghats
    Drive for 1 hour 15 minutes (80.8 km) from Aga Khan Palace

    Malshej Ghat is a mountain pass situated in the Western Ghats range. One can see stunning views of the picturesque landscape – the cascading waterfalls, soaring mountains, lush greenery, and enjoy the cool breeze of the mountain pass.

  3. 11:00 AM: Bhandardara
    Drive for 1 hour 30 minutes (64.6 km) from Malshej Ghats

    Bhandardara is a village near Pune known for its natural beauty, green mountains, and pristine beaches. Located on the serene banks of the Pravara River, it is one of the most peaceful places to visit near Pune. It is also home to Bhandardara Lake and has a beautiful surrounding mountain range.

  4. 1:00 PM: Lunch at Annapurna Garden Restaurant
    Drive for 20 minutes (14.4 km) from Bhandardara

    Annapurna Garden Restaurant serves delicious Maharashtrian cuisine. It has a comfortable ambiance and a serene garden setting that adds to a fantastic dining experience.

  5. 2:30 PM: Trimbakeshwar Temple
    Drive for 1 hour 20 minutes (62.4 km) from Annapurna Garden Restaurant

    Trimbakeshwar Temple is an ancient Hindu temple located on the banks of the Godavari River. It is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas in India, making it an essential site for pilgrims.

  6. 4:30 PM: Pandavleni Caves
    Drive for 30 minutes (18.5 km) from Trimbakeshwar Temple

    The Pandavleni Caves is a group of complex rock-cut caves located near Nashik. These caves date from the 3rd century and are home to impressive color paintings, magnificent sculptures, and a beautiful view of the city.

  7. 6:00 PM: Ramkund
    Drive for 20 minutes (7.6 km) from Pandavleni Caves

    Ramkund is a sacred bathing place in Nashik, where devotees take a dip in the holy waters of the river Godavari. The place has a vast religious significance among Hindus.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Aga Khan Palace (1 hour, INR100 per person)
  • Malshej Ghats (2 hours, INR500 per person)
  • Bhandardara (2 hours, INR1000 per person)
  • Lunch at Annapurna Garden Restaurant (1 hour, INR500 for two people)
  • Trimbakeshwar Temple (1 hour, INR50 per person)
  • Pandavleni Caves (1 hour, INR20 per person)
  • Ramkund (30 minutes, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR2,220 for two people

Useful Tips

While this itinerary covers most of the essential places in Bi, if you have more time, you can also include the following places:

  • Igatpuri (1-2 hours): a beautiful hill station nestled in the Western Ghats
  • Someshwar Temple (1 hour): an ancient temple located near Nashik
  • Gangapur Dam (1 hour): a great spot for photography and nature lovers located in Nashik

If you have limited time, you can skip a few things, such as Malshej Ghats and Pandavleni Caves, and visit the nearby places such as Bhavali Dam or Shree Kapileshwar Mahadev Mandir.

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