Weekend Getaway: Pune to Raigad Fort and Surrounding Attractions

Day 1: Historic Exploration

Raigad District, Maharashtra, India on June 14, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Pune - Vaishali Restaurant

Start your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast of idli, vada, and filter coffee at this popular Pune eatery, open from 7 AM.
INR250, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive from Pune to Raigad Fort

Begin your journey to Raigad Fort, about 3.5 hours away via NH48 and State Highway, enjoying scenic views en route.
INR1500 (car fuel/cab approx.), 3h30m

11:30am

Raigad Fort Visit

Explore the historical Raigad Fort, former capital of Maratha Empire accessed by ropeway or a trek. The fort is open from 8 AM to 5 PM. Discover its palaces, watchtowers, and breathtaking views.
INR50, 3h0m

2:30pm

Lunch at Anil Restaurant, Raigad

Enjoy authentic Maharashtrian cuisine in the local town, open until 4 PM. Try traditional fish curry or bhakri.
INR300, 1h0m

3:30pm

Visit Kondhane Caves

Located near Raigad, these ancient Buddhist rock-cut caves date back to the 1st century BC. They are open till sunset and offer tranquility and archaeological interest.
INR20, 1h30m

5:00pm

Check-in at local guesthouse or resort

Relax and refresh at a nearby stay such as Raigad Residency or Jungle Lodges.
INR2500, Rest of evening

7:30pm

Dinner at guesthouse restaurant

Savour local home-cooked Maharashtrian thali with fresh ingredients.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 2: Beach and Back

Raigad District, Maharashtra, India on June 15, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at stay

Enjoy a hearty breakfast provided by the guesthouse or local eatery.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Travel to Murud Beach

Drive approx 1.5 hours to famous Murud Beach known for its scenic beauty and the Murud-Janjira Fort viewed from the shore.
INR600, 1h30m

10:00am

Murud-Janjira Fort Visit

Take a boat ride (available 9 AM to 4 PM) from Murud beach to the island fort famous for its impregnable fortifications.
INR200 for boat + INR20 entry, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Zaffran, Murud

Enjoy fresh seafood dishes with coastal flavors in this popular local restaurant open until 3 PM.
INR500, 1h0m

1:30pm

Relax at Murud Beach

Spend a leisurely afternoon relaxing or swimming at Murud beach, open access all day.
Free, 2h0m

3:30pm

Return to Pune

Drive back towards Pune, a journey of approx 4 to 4.5 hours, plan to leave by late afternoon to avoid night travel on highway.
INR1500 (fuel/cab approx.), 4h30m

8:00pm

Dinner en route or back in Pune

Stop for light dinner at highway dhaba or once you reach Pune, try Vaishali again for quick bites, open till late night.
INR300, 1h0m
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