Scenic Road Trip from Nagpur to Pune and Khandala

Day 1: Travel & Arrival

Nagpur to Pune, India on May 1, 2025

7:00am

Start Journey from Nagpur

Begin your road trip early morning from Nagpur towards Pune, ensuring you have snacks and water for the approximately 8-9 hour drive covering around 840 kilometers via NH53 and NH48.
INR0, 9h0m

8:30am

Breakfast at Seoni

Stop in Seoni to refuel and enjoy a hearty breakfast at Hotel Tansen Restaurant, renowned for its Indian breakfast favorites like poha and chai, open from 7:00am.
INR200, 0h45m

12:30pm

Lunch near Aurangabad

Take a lunch break at Hotel Panchvati, serving wholesome Maharashtrian thali and fast food, open 11am-3pm. This refreshes you before you complete the drive.
INR350, 1h0m

5:30pm

Check-in at Pune Hotel

Arrive in Pune and check into your hotel. Consider staying at a central location like the Blue Diamond Pune for comfort and easy city access.
INR4000, N/A

7:30pm

Dinner at Kayani Bakery and Hotel

Savor authentic Pune culinary delights such as bhakri and missal pav at Kayani Bakery and Hotel, a local favorite open till 10pm.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 2: Pune City Tour

Pune, India on May 2, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Vohuman Cafe

Enjoy a classic Irani chai and bun maska at Vohuman Cafe, a longstanding Pune eatery known for its nostalgic ambiance, open from 7am.
INR150, 0h45m

9:00am

Visit Aga Khan Palace

Explore the historic Aga Khan Palace, a symbol of India's freedom struggle, with beautiful gardens and exhibits; it opens at 9am and closes at 5pm.
INR25, 2h0m

11:30am

Shaniwar Wada Fort

Walk through Shaniwar Wada, the 18th-century fortification famous for its impressive architecture and history; open 9am-5pm.
INR25, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Malaka Spice

Relish unique Indo-Asian cuisine in lush surroundings at Malaka Spice, open daily from 12pm to 10:30pm.
INR800, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum

Discover eclectic collections of Indian artifacts and antiques in this specialized museum, open 10am-5:30pm.
INR40, 1h30m

4:30pm

Relax at Saras Baug

Spend a leisurely afternoon in Saras Baug park, an ideal spot to unwind after sightseeing.
INR0, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Shabree

Experience traditional Maharashtrian cuisine at Shabree, well-known for dishes like puran poli and sol kadhi, open till 11pm.
INR600, 1h0m
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Day 3: Pune to Khandala

Khandala, India on May 3, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at the hotel

Enjoy an early breakfast at your Pune hotel before heading to the hills of Khandala.
Included in room rate, 0h30m

8:00am

Drive from Pune to Khandala

Begin the scenic drive to Khandala (approx. 1.5 to 2 hours), enjoying beautiful landscape views along the Mumbai-Pune Expressway.
INR0, 2h0m

10:00am

Visit Tiger's Leap

Explore Tiger's Leap, a dramatic cliff-top with breathtaking views of the valley below; best to visit during morning hours when weather is clear.
INR0, 1h0m

11:30am

Bhushi Dam

Visit the popular Bhushi Dam, enjoy the surrounding nature and possibly some waterfall fun if weather permits.
INR0, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Rama Krishna

Have a relaxed lunch at Rama Krishna, known for its vegetarian Maharashtrian thalis and scenic garden seating, open till 4pm.
INR400, 1h0m

2:30pm

Lonavala Lake visit

Short drive to nearby Lonavala Lake, enjoy a peaceful walk and nature sights.
INR0, 1h0m

4:00pm

Check-in at Khandala Resort

Check into a comfortable resort like Della Resorts to relax and unwind amid nature.
INR6000, N/A

7:30pm

Dinner at the resort

Enjoy a delicious dinner at the resort's restaurant, sampling local and international dishes with a cozy ambiance.
INR800, 1h0m
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