Epic One-Day Train Adventure in Lonavala

Day 1: Exploring Lonavala

Lonavala, India

7:00 AM

Breakfast at Café Alchemist

Start your day with a delicious breakfast featuring their signature pancakes and fresh fruit juices, providing you the perfect fuel for your adventures.
Café Alchemist is located about a 10-minute walk from Lonavala Railway Station.
INR 500, 1 hour

8:30 AM

Visit Bhushi Dam

After breakfast, head to Bhushi Dam, where you can enjoy the tranquil atmosphere and the stunning views of the cascading water during the monsoon.
Take a local auto-rickshaw which costs around INR 150 to reach the dam, a 20-minute ride.
Free, 2 hours

10:30 AM

Explore Lion's Point

Next, make your way to Lion's Point, a breathtaking viewpoint that offers sweeping views of the surrounding hills and valleys, especially beautiful in the morning mist.
From Bhushi Dam, hire an auto-rickshaw for INR 200 to Lion’s Point, about a 30-minute ride.
Free, 1 hour

12:00 PM

Lunch at The Local Train

Savor a delectable lunch at The Local Train, known for its cozy ambiance and scrumptious Indian and continental dishes, especially their butter chicken.
Take an auto-rickshaw back to the town center to The Local Train, around a 25-minute ride costing INR 150.
INR 800, 1.5 hours

1:30 PM

Vist Karla Caves

After lunch, head to the ancient Karla Caves, an impressive display of rock-cut architecture that dates back to the 2nd century, showcasing intricate sculptures and stupas.
You can take a taxi or auto-rickshaw from The Local Train for about INR 200, which takes around 20 minutes.
INR 300, 2 hours

3:30 PM

Visit Lonavala Lake

Unwind at Lonavala Lake, where you can take a leisurely stroll, and enjoy the serene environment surrounded by lush greenery and scenic views.
A quick auto-rickshaw from Karla Caves will cost you around INR 200 and will take 30 minutes.
Free, 1 hour

4:30 PM

Chikki Shopping at A1 Chikki

No trip to Lonavala is complete without exploring the local chikki (a traditional sweet made from nuts and jaggery) at A1 Chikki, a perfect takeaway from your adventure.
Return to the town center by auto-rickshaw for about INR 150.
INR 500, 30 minutes

5:00 PM

Relax at Sunset Point

End your day by soaking in the sunset at Sunset Point, where the sky ignites with colors as the sun descends beyond the hills, offering a breathtaking view that concludes your vibrant day.
Take a taxi for around INR 200 from A1 Chikki, taking approximately 20 minutes to reach.
Free, 1 hour

6:30 PM

Dinner at Flamingo

Delight in a satisfying dinner at Flamingo, where you can relish a variety of cuisines including regional Indian specialties, rounding off your adventure perfectly.
Head back to the center of Lonavala by taxi for INR 150, which takes around 15 minutes.
INR 700, 1 hour

8:00 PM

Return Journey

Conclude your Lonavala adventure and catch a train back to Mumbai or Pune, reminiscing about the stunning landscapes and memories created.
Lonavala Railway Station is centrally located and very accessible by walking or a short auto-rickshaw ride.
INR 200, 1 hour
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