One-Day Nature Escape: Pune to Mahabaleshwar, Panchgani, Lavasa & Mumbai

Day 1: Nature Adventure Day

Pune, India

7:00AM

Breakfast at Savill Garden Restaurant

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Savill Garden Restaurant, which serves delicious local Maharashtrian cuisine amidst beautiful greenery, perfect for energizing before your journey.
Head east from the restaurant and take the NH65 towards Mahabaleshwar.
INR 600, 1 hour

8:00AM

Visit Venna Lake

Arrive at Venna Lake, a picturesque spot ideal for boating and enjoying stunning views of the surrounding hills.
Drive for about 10 minutes to Venna Lake, located on Mahabaleshwar-Mahabaleshwar road.
INR 150, 1.5 hours

9:30AM

Explore Arthur's Seat

Next, head to Arthur's Seat viewpoint, known as the 'Queen of all points' offering breathtaking vistas of the valley below along with a refreshing breeze.
Drive approximately 30 minutes to Arthur's Seat, through the scenic routes.
Free, 1 hour

10:30AM

Panchgani Visit

Continue to Panchgani, famous for its tableland, where you can enjoy a peaceful stroll surrounded by lush greenery.
A short 30-minute drive will take you to Panchgani.
Free, 1 hour

11:30AM

Lunch at The Hilltop Cafe

Refuel with a scrumptious lunch at The Hilltop Cafe, known for its delightful views and delectable vegetarian options.
Drive 10 minutes from the tableland to the café.
INR 800, 1 hour

12:30PM

Visit Table Land

Post-lunch, enjoy a leisurely walk on the Table Land, one of the highest plateaus in Asia, with panoramic views and wildflowers along the way.
It's a short drive or walk from the cafe to Table Land.
INR 20, 1 hour

1:30PM

Drive to Lavasa

Set off to Lavasa, an engineered hill station, renowned for its stunning vistas and lakeside promenade.
A 1.5-hour drive via the scenic Pune-Lavasa road.
NA, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Stroll along Lavasa Lake

Explore Lavasa's charming waterfront and enjoy the vibrant architecture, perfect for photography and relaxation.
Walk to the promenade area from wherever you park.
Free, 1 hour

4:00PM

Coffee at The Promenade

Enjoy a refreshing cup of coffee at The Promenade, overlooking Lavasa Lake, where you can unwind and soak in the ambiance.
A short walk along the promenade leads to the café.
INR 300, 30 minutes

4:30PM

Return to Mumbai

Finish your quick nature adventure and head back to Mumbai, filled with lovely memories from the day.
Drive back on the same route you came, about 2.5 hours.
NA, 2.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Trattoria

For dinner, enjoy authentic Italian at Trattoria in Mumbai, where you can indulge in delicious pasta and pizzas after your day immersed in nature.
Head to Trattoria located in Bandra, a 30-minute drive from the city center.
INR 1200, 1 hour

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