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Pune City Tour

4.3 / 5(403 Reviews)

Pune

Transport Included

Sightseeing

Pune City Tour Highlights

Embark on an 8-hour Pune city tour, where you will explore iconic landmarks in a private car with the assistance of a knowledgeable driver-cum-guide.
Choose between a compact sedan or a spacious SUV for the city tour, catering to your preferences for comfort and space.
Explore the historic Aga Khan Palace, a monument that is not only an architectural marvel but also a poignant reminder of India’s fight for independence.
Witness the grandeur of Shaniwar Wada, a once-mighty fort that served as the seat of the Peshwa rulers and immerse yourself in the captivating history and legends that define Pune's royal past.
Marvel at the artistic treasures housed in the Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum, which boasts an extensive collection of artefacts from India’s cultural heritage.

Pune City Tour Overview

Pune is a vibrant city where rich history, prestigious educational institutions, and a thriving cultural scene seamlessly blend. Known as Maharashtra's cultural capital, it offers a unique experience with its pleasant weather, historic landmarks, and modern amenities. Embark on an enriching Pune City Tour, where you will visit the majestic Aga Khan Palace, a key symbol of India's freedom struggle, and the grand Shaniwar Wada, a historic fort that once housed the Peshwa rulers. Explore the artistic treasures at the Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum, home to an extensive collection of cultural artefacts. Pune beautifully combines tradition and modernity, making it a must-visit destination. Guests can select between comfortable sedan or spacious SUV transfers, ensuring a personalised and hassle-free journey through this fascinating city.

Activity Duration: 8 hours

Pick-up and Drop-off Location - Anywhere within the city

Places Covered:

Aga Khan Palace

The Aga Khan Palace is known for its beautiful architecture and its role in India’s freedom struggle. It was once the residence of Mahatma Gandhi and is now a museum displaying artifacts from the independence movement.

Timings: 9 AM to 5:30 PM

Darshan Museum

The Darshan Museum offers a unique spiritual experience, dedicated to the teachings of Sadhu Vaswani. The museum uses interactive exhibits and multimedia to inspire visitors on the path of love, compassion, and selfless service.

Timings: 10 AM to 5 PM (closed on Thursdays)

Pataleshwar Cave Temple

An ancient rock-cut temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, Pataleshwar Cave Temple is a serene spot in Pune. The temple's intricate carvings and peaceful ambiance make it a popular destination for history enthusiasts and spiritual seekers alike.

Timings: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM

Katraj Snake Park

Katraj Snake Park is a must-visit for nature lovers, featuring a variety of snake species, along with other reptiles and wildlife. The park promotes awareness about snakes and conservation, making it an educational and fascinating experience.

Timings: 9:30 AM to 5 PM (closed on Wednesdays)

Shaniwar Wada Palace

The historic Shaniwar Wada Palace, once the seat of the Peshwa rulers, is renowned for its grandeur and rich history. With beautiful architecture and stories of the Maratha dynasty, it’s an iconic landmark in the city.

Timings: 9 AM to 5:30 PM

Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum

The Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum showcases an extensive collection of artifacts, including sculptures, musical instruments, and antique items. It offers a glimpse into India’s rich cultural heritage and history, making it a fascinating museum to explore.

Timings: 10 AM to 5:30 PM

Parvati Hills

Parvati Hills offers a tranquil escape with panoramic views of Pune city. Home to several temples, including the Parvati Temple, it’s a peaceful destination for nature lovers and spiritual seekers, providing a serene atmosphere for visitors.

Timings: 5 AM to 8 PM

Shinde Chhatri

Shinde Chhatri is a memorial dedicated to the Maratha warrior, Mahadji Shinde. The site features impressive architecture and offers a glimpse into the history of the Maratha Empire, with intricate carvings and sculptures that highlight the region’s rich heritage.

Timings: 7 AM to 8 PM

Inclusions

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Inclusions

Activities
Driver
Transfers

More Details about Pune City Tour

Know Before You Go for Pune City Tour

The activity will typically last for 8 hours.
Entry fees for attractions visited are excluded from the package cost.
This activity offers a flexible pickup option from your desired location within the city. Please note that the pickup and drop-off locations will be the same.
The itinerary can be tailored to include the attractions of your choice within the city.
You are requested to strictly adhere to the activity timings in order to make the most of your experience by avoiding any delays.
It is advisable that you dress modestly (keeping your shoulders and knees covered) when visiting religious sites. You may also need to take off your shoes before entering any religious sites.
Driver allowance is included in the tour package.
Vehicle usage beyond the specified time and travel beyond the designated tour route is not included.
Please note that 1 child below 12 years of age can be accommodated in the vehicle. The child will have to sit on the lap of the accompanying adult.
Please note that if a particular sightseeing place is closed on the scheduled day of the tour, it will not be covered from the list of sightseeing places.
It is advised to keep small change or local currency for any entry fees, snacks, or souvenirs.
In case of any delays or additional time spent at a particular place, the driver or car rental company will not be responsible to cover all the places mentioned in the package.
Images are for representation purposes only. The actual experience may differ.
ID Proof is mandatory for each individual guest upon arrival. PAN Card will not be considered as a valid identity proof.
The driver and vehicle details will be shared with you after the booking.

Things To Carry for Pune City Tour

Caps
Water bottle
Valid id proof
Sunglasses
Sunscreen lotion (spf 40+)

Pune City Tour Map

Starting Point

Pune

Pune, Maharashtra, India

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06 May, 2023

Good

Vijayakumar Vijayakumar

friendly driver and comfortable ride

20 Dec, 2022

Excellent

Sal Casillas

Our driver was very kind, informative and experienced. We really appreciated his direction on our tour day.

06 Sep, 2022

Excellent

Hemanth Varma

The Whole Pune Tour, cannot be completed in a day. But best places can be convered in a day I had best person as my cab driver, very friendly and showed me places which are not there in list. Good, Fun and Exhaustive 😁

15 Aug, 2022

Excellent

Prathi Rani

A beautiful experience a great drive of the city... very good support from the team....to make trip happen has expected... thank you team thrillophilia

16 Dec, 2018

Excellent

Chaanakya Tandon

This is a wonderful tour that helps you see Pune through a different view. I visited many places for sightseeing and I was so happy to have gone on this with Thrillophilia. Saw new places like AgaKhan Palace, ShaniwarWada, Dagdusheth Ganpati Temples, Tulsi Baug, Iskcon Temple, Swami Narayan Temple, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Temple, Saras Baug, Katraj Zoo and Parvati Hills.

18 Dec, 2018

Excellent

Anil Rana

I booked this reasonably priced tour with Thrillophilia and everything was as perfect as I could imagine. Never knew Pune had so many gems of places for tourists.

10 Dec, 2018

Excellent

Som Mehrotra

the travel experience was super amazing with comfortable SUV and our driver, Manish was very soft spoken. He took us around to all major places like ShaniwarWada, Iskcon temple, Katraj zoo. the photographic locations were amazing and we have some memorable picture from the trip. Thank you Thrillophilia!

18 Dec, 2018

Good

Anuja Pilla

We have covered a lot of places during this sightseeing tour. Very expert guide with good amount of experience. Places were awesome. we are happy that the guide followed the time strictly and tried to finish the tour on time. Recommending to everyone. Thanks Thrillophilia and guide Sanu.

21 Jun, 2022

Average

Kunal Patrikar

The driver didn't know sightseeing places and no guidance was given to the new people in new city. Should give a native driver who knows everything in the city

Pune City Tour Policies

The customer will receive a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking.

Thrillcash+ : All the refund in Thrillophilia wallet will be transferred in 30 Min.

Cash Refunds: Once initiated, usually take around 3-5 business days to get transferred to the same account through which the payment is made.

In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain trips or activities may get canceled. In such cases, the operator will try their best to provide an alternate feasible. However, a cash refund will not be applicable for the same. Thrillcash+ will be allocated in your Thrillophilia wallet which can be used anytime in the future.

If rescheduling requests are made 72 hours before the date of travel, no amount will be charged as rescheduling fees.

If rescheduling requests are made between 0 to 72 hours before the date of travel, 30% of the total tour cost will be charged as rescheduling fees.

All rescheduling requests are subject to availability.

If cancellation is made 15 days or more before the date of travel, no cancellation fees will be charged.
If cancellation is made between 7 days to 15 days before the date of travel, 50.0% of total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
If cancellation is made within 7 days before the date of travel, total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
In the event of unforeseen weather conditions, union issues, government restrictions, or any other circumstances beyond human control, certain trips or activities may be cancelled. In such cases, alternate feasible options will be provided. However, a cash refund will not be available.

100.0% of total tour cost will have to be paid 0 days before the date of booking

Pune Top Attractions

Appu Ghar

Appu Ghar, popularly known as “The Mini Disneyland”, is one of the best amusement parks in the state of Maharashtra. Situated at Nigdi in Pune at the foothills of the Shri Durga Devi Tekadi, it offers a plethora of opportunities for thrill and entertainment. Also known as Indira Gandhi Udyan, the main purpose of creating the park was to gift an eco-friendly atmosphere to people of all ages.

Aga Khan Palace

Aga Khan Palace in Pune is a wonderful landmark of India’s history and has many great events and personalities associated with it. It was constructed in the year 1892 by Sultan Mohammad Shah Aga Khan III. It was in Aga Khan Palace where Mahatma Gandhi and Kasturba Gandhi imprisoned and now it is famous as the Gandhi National Memorial Society.It is one of the prominent attractions in Pune and people here can enjoy a fascinating visit seeing the personal belongings of Mahatma Gandhi in the room where he stayed. One can also see the collection of pictures of many other freedom fighters associated with Indian Freedom Movement against the British at the museum here. It is now hailed as a monument of national importance and also boasts of interesting architecture.Location: Gandhi National Memorial Society, Aga Khan Palace Road, Pune, Maharashtra Best Time to visit: Tourists should plan a trip here during the months from October to MarchEntry fee: The entrance fee for Indians is INR 5/ 0.07 USD and for the foreigners, it is INR 100/ USD 1.54Timings: The visiting time at Aga Khan Palace is from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm

Shinde Chhatri

Dedicated to the Maratha leader Mahadji Shinde, this place is a popular tourist attraction in Pune. Being an important reminder of the Maratha rule in India’s history, this place is hailed as a significant landmark. There is a memorial devoted to the great ruler Shinde and the place also houses a temple which is dedicated to Lord Shiva and built by Shinde himself.It boasts of an interesting architecture replete with intricate carvings and beautifully aligns Rajasthani design with Anglo style. The splendid designs have withstood the passage of time and still considered to be one of the gorgeous pieces of architecture in Pune. The place was constructed following the Vaastu Hara rules and represent a fine amalgamation of two beautiful cultures. Shinde Chhatri is now maintained by Shinde Devasthan Trust, Gwalior and attracts many lovers of art and history in Pune.Location: Shinde Chhatri is located in Wanawadi in PuneBest Time to visit: The months from July to February are the most preferred time to visit hereEntry fee: The entry fees at Shinde Chhatri is INR 5/ USD 0.07Timings: The timings to visit here from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm

Saras Baug

One of the most scenic attractions in Pune, Saras Baug is a great place to plan a visit with your friends and family. This place is popular its beautiful 25-acre park and the famous Talyatla Ganpati temple. Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, this temple attracts a number of devotees who come here to pay their respects and seek God’s blessings. It is one of the ideal Pune tourist places if you are visiting with children or looking for a relaxed spot for picnicking in the city.Saras Baug offers a refreshing experience as you are surrounded by a lush green landscape and indulge in various rides like giant wheels to bring out the kid in you. Another attraction of this place is the presence of a wide array of eateries which are just a delight for foodies in Pune. One can look forward to enjoying some lip-smacking dishes outside Saras Baug like pav bhaji, bhelpuri, panipuri etc.Location: Saras Baug is located within a radius of one kilometre from Swargate bus station and 3.6 km from Pune Railway Station.Best Time to visit: Anytime throughout the year is great for visiting Saras Baug in Pune.Entry fee: There are no entry charges to enter Saras Baug in Pune.Timings: The garden remains open for tourists from 9 am to 6 pm every day.

Krushnai Water Park

A quaint little amusement centre at the heart of Pune, Krushnai Water Park is one of the best-known water parks in Maharashtra. Set amidst 15 acres of verdant green landscape, this adventure park is one of the best entertainment options in the city. The park has a number of different water-based attractions and rides, for adults and children alike.

Vishrambaug Wada

A resonating reminder of Pune’s rich cultural heritage, Vishrambaug Wada was built in 1807 as a mansion for Peshwa Bajirao of Pune. It boasts of its majestic design and architecture with cypress-shaped columns, decorated ceilings and imposing verandahs. The place can be visited during a heritage walk in Pune that is organised every Sunday and offers an entertaining musical performance to the public. The place is replete with its historical charm and leaves a lasting impression on everyone’s mind. It is one of the most interesting Pune tourist places that will take you back to the times of Peshwa rule in the erstwhile Maratha kingdom. The place has been undergoing constant renovations and houses a post office and some other offices of Pune Municipal Corporation. Location: RB Kumthekar Rd, Perugate, Sadashiv Peth, Pune, MaharashtraBest Time to visit: Anytime throughout the year is great for planning a trip to Vishrambaug WadaEntry fee: The entry fee at Vishrambaug Wada is INR 5/ USD 0.07 Per PersonTimings: Vishrambaug Wada can be visited by the tourists from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Pataleshwar Cave Temple

One of the fascinating sightseeing places in Pune, Pataleshwar Cave Temple is an important temple in Pune dedicated to Lord Pataleshwar who is the God of the Underworld. Dating back to the 8th century, Pataleshwar Cave Temple is renowned for being carved out of a single rock and been announced by the government as a protected monument in Pune. Along with its architectural brilliance, Pataleshwar Cave Temple is also known for its unique sound of bells.Pataleshwar Cave Temple offers an interesting glimpse of rock-cut architecture in India and dedicated to Lord Shiva and Nandi. At the main shrine of the temple, pilgrims pay their respect to the imposing Shiva lingam which is built there. One of the astounding features of Pataleshvar Cave Temple is that its construction was never completed and thus one can witness that there is no specific entrance to the temple. Pataleshwar Cave Temple is a great visit both for spiritual reasons and appreciating the art and culture the region.Location: Jangali Maharaj Road, Revenue Colony, Shivajinagar, Pune, Maharashtra Best Time to visit: The best time to visit here is from the month of June to FebruaryEntry fee: You are not needed to pay any entrance fees at Pataleshwar Cave TempleTimings: The timings at this temple are from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm

Osho Ashram

Savour a slice and peace and rejuvenation when you visit the Osho Ashram in Pune. If you are seeking a place to get away from the worries of life and discover your inner peace, Osho Ashram is a perfect place for you to visit in Pune. Osho Ashram was founded by Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh, a popular spiritual leader, and a famous public speaker. The place has been renowned as a meditative retreat where people can appreciate the serene atmosphere and enjoy a peaceful stay with luxury resort facilities. The place boasts of many facilities like a swimming pool, jacuzzi, tennis courts and a spa. People here can indulge in various meditation activities and therapies and look forward to an exciting visit as there are a number of activities to keep you engaged all the time. Osho Ashram in Pune offers an awesome retreat to channel your inner energies and make a meaning of your life.Location: 17, Koregaon Park Road, Koregaon Park, Pune, Maharashtra Best Time to visit: It can be visited throughout the yearEntry fee: The entry fees at Osho Ashram is INR 870/ USD per person for a dayTimings: Osho Ashram is best visited between 6:00 am to 10:30 pm