Pune: 7-hours full day heritage & cultural day tour with a local

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1

  Your day begins with a private pick‑up from your hotel or accommodation at 9:00 AM in a comfortable air‑conditioned car. This ensures a smooth and stress‑free start, especially for first‑time visitors. From 9:15 to 10:00 AM, you’ll visit the Aga Khan Palace, a serene landmark tied to India’s freedom struggle. Here you’ll explore its colonial architecture, peaceful gardens, and memorials dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi and his wife Kasturba Gandhi.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• 2

  Next, from 10:15 to 11:00 AM, you’ll step into the grandeur of Shaniwar Wada, once the seat of the mighty Peshwas. Though partially in ruins, its gates, courtyards, and stories of Maratha history make it one of Pune’s most iconic sites.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 3

  From 11:15 to 12:00 PM, you’ll head to the Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum, a treasure trove of over 20,000 artifacts. This compact yet fascinating museum showcases everyday objects, art, and crafts from across India, offering a cultural immersion in a short span.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 4

  At 12:15 PM, it’s time for a hearty Maharashtrian thali lunch, lasting about an hour. You’ll enjoy traditional dishes like puran poli, bhakri, and sabzi—an authentic yet safe introduction to local cuisine.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 5

  Post‑lunch, from 1:30 to 2:00 PM, you’ll visit the Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple, Pune’s most famous Ganesh shrine. The temple’s vibrant atmosphere and devotion make it a spiritual highlight of the day.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6

  From 2:15 to 2:45 PM, you’ll explore Nana Wada and Vishrambaug Wada, elegant mansions with courtyards and wooden facades that reflect Pune’s Maratha heritage and architectural charm.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7

  The afternoon continues from 3:00 to 4:00 PM with a stroll through Tulsibaug and Laxmi Road Markets. These bustling bazaars are full of textiles, jewelry, spices, and everyday goods, offering a lively slice of Pune’s local life.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 8

  Finally, from 4:15 to 4:30 PM, you’ll wind down with a chai stop, sipping masala chai or filter coffee while reflecting on the day’s experiences. Your tour concludes with a private drop‑off back at your hotel or accommodation, ensuring a comfortable end to your journey.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Dress code: Please dress modestly; arms and legs must be covered at places of worship

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