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7-Day Itinerary for Mumbai and Pune in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Gateway of India, Mumbai
    1 hour 12 minutes (25.3 km) from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport Mumbai

    In the morning, take a ferry to Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and explore the temples and sculptures. In the afternoon, visit the iconic Gateway of India and take a stroll along Marine Drive. In the evening, enjoy some local street food at Chowpatty Beach.

  2. Day 2: Colaba Causeway, Mumbai
    27 minutes (7.2 km) from Gateway of India

    In the morning, shop for souvenirs and unique finds at Colaba Causeway. In the afternoon, visit the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and take a guided tour. In the evening, watch the sunset at the Hanging Gardens.

  3. Day 3: Shaniwar Wada, Pune
    2 hours 30 minutes (150 km) from Colaba Causeway

    In the morning, travel to Pune and visit the historic Shaniwar Wada, a fortification built in 1732. In the afternoon, visit the Aga Khan Palace, a monument dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, and learn about India's independence movement. In the evening, take a stroll through the lively Koregaon Park neighborhood.

  4. Day 4: Sinhagad Fort, Pune
    1 hour 17 minutes (34.6 km) from Shaniwar Wada

    In the morning, hike up to Sinhagad Fort and enjoy the scenic views of the surrounding hills and valleys. In the afternoon, visit the Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and view the collection of over 20,000 artifacts. In the evening, relax at the Osho Ashram and take part in meditation or a yoga class.

  5. Day 5: Mahabaleshwar, Pune
    2 hours 43 minutes (120 km) from Sinhagad Fort

    In the morning, take a day trip to Mahabaleshwar and visit the scenic viewpoints, such as Arthur's Seat and Kate's Point. In the afternoon, explore the ancient temples and forts, such as the Pratapgad Fort and the Lingmala Waterfall. In the evening, enjoy the sunset at the Venna Lake.

  6. Day 6: Lonavala, Pune
    1 hour 42 minutes (67.6 km) from Mahabaleshwar

    In the morning, travel to Lonavala and hike up to the Lohagad Fort. In the afternoon, visit the Karla Caves, a complex of ancient Buddhist shrines. In the evening, enjoy the sunset at the Kune Falls.

  7. Day 7: Pune University, Pune
    1 hour 23 minutes (21.5 km) from Lonavala

    In the morning, visit the Pune University and explore the lush green campus. In the afternoon, visit the Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati temple and seek blessings. In the evening, enjoy a final night out at Koregaon Park before departing the next day.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the Elephanta Festival in Mumbai in the month of February. Take a side trip from Pune to the hill station of Matheran, known for its toy train and panoramic views. For maximum fun, try the local cuisine, such as vada pav, pav bhaji, and misal pav, at different restaurants and street vendors. Don't forget to hydrate and wear comfortable shoes.

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