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Discover the hilltop fortresses surrounding Pune without arranging your own transportation on a private half-day tour that allows you to explore at your own pace. Go beyond the guidebook with insight and stories from your guide as you soak up panoramic views of the surrounding natural landscapes from the top.

Pune’s sights are spread out, and Maharashtra’s sticky climate makes sightseeing on foot even more tiring. On this half-day private tour, check off the highlights without risking blisters or sunburn as you’re whisked between attractions such as Aga Khan Palace, Tulshi Baug Market, and Jangali Maharaj Temple by chauffeured, air-conditioned vehicle. Along the way, listen to stories from your guide and get tailored recommendations for the rest of your trip.

Take some of the stress out of finding your way around Pune on this private half-day tour with a local guide. Visit highlights such as the Pune Tribal Museum and National War Museum, explore Hindu temples and a Jewish synagogue, and enjoy an included lunch in a traditional Puneri café. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for a seamless day out.

See a side of Pune that you wouldn't likely discover on your own on this small-group walking tour, led by a local guide. Ask questions as you explore Pune on foot, visiting highlights such as the Shaniwar Wada Fort and the Dagdusheth Halwai Ganesh Temple as well as local markets and historic neighborhoods.

This hassle-free package makes it easy to visit Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal in a single day—even if you’re not based in Agra. Choose between adding round-trip flights from Delhi or opting for direct pickup in Agra. Then, enjoy the convenience of having a guide to navigate and provide commentary, along with included admission and lunch, ensuring a seamless and stress-free day of exploration.

Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Pune on this engaging 2-hour walking tour. Visit iconic landmarks such as Shaniwar Wada and Laal Mahal, and delve into the spiritual ambiance at Halwai Ganpati Mandir. Experience the vibrant local market at Tulsi Baug and explore notable sites like Vishrambaug Wada, ensuring a comprehensive glimpse into Pune's heritage. With expert guidance, this tour offers a unique opportunity to discover the stories behind each monument and gain insights into the city's past.

Pune is the city where ancient Maratha history, modern India, and a thriving street culture collide — and this hunt takes you right to the heart of it. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Pune on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Pay your respects at the Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Mandir, Pune's most beloved Ganapati temple and a living centre of the city's spiritual life • Seek out the Statue of Shrimant Thorle Bajirao Peshwe, a monument to the legendary Maratha general whose campaigns shaped 18th-century India • Step into Nana Wada, a historic Peshwa-era mansion whose inner courtyards speak to Pune's rich pre-colonial past Around 2 hours, any group size, available in English. Pune is a city of warriors, scholars, and devotion — this tour is the best way to feel all three.

Learn about Pune and its role in India's history on a private full-day tour of Pune. You will visit top attractions including Pataleshwar Caves, Aga Khan Palace, Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple, Raja Dinkar Museum, and Shaniwar Wada Fort, and hear in-depth commentary from your guide about the forts, palaces, and temples. Your private guide makes it easy to explore this busy city during your full-day tour.

Get an insider’s view of Pune, one of South India’s most vibrant and cities, during this culture-themed walking tour. Explore the history-filled arts hub with your own private guide, covering the highlights of the Maratha Empire. Visit an 18th-century palace, get a peek inside Pune’s most famous temple, and shop for souvenirs at Laxmi Market, a bustling local shopping bazaar.

Discover the beauty of the Western Ghats mountain range with ease—and without having to organize a rental vehicle—thanks to this hassle-free private tour. A driver picks you up, then transports you to a variety of top landmarks. Places showcased along the route include Shree Narayani Dham Temple, Lion’s Point, Bhaja Caves, and Lohagad Fort.

Explore Pune while tasting delicious local fare with this walking food tour. Your guide will take you out to a variety of restaurants and food stalls, where you and your fellow travelers will get to sample the local cuisine. As an added bonus, you'll also make a stop at the 8th-century Pataleshwar Cave Temple.

Experience Pune through the eyes of a local with this private, guided tour. You'll explore the oldest part of the city, checking out classic tourist attractions such as Shaniwar Wada, Lal Mahal Chitra, and the Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir, as well as off-the-beaten-path spots that only locals know about.

Visit India’s most iconic structure, the Taj Mahal, on this 2-day private tour from Pune to Agra. Enjoy comfort and convenience with all flights, transfers, hotel pickups, and transportation arranged and included. Visit Agra highlights such as the Agra Fort, Mehtab Bagh, and local markets while learning about the city’s history and culture from your guide.

Take a whirlwind trip up to Agra to see the Taj Mahal with this whirlwind tour to India's most celebrated monument. This tour includes round-trip airfare from a choice of Indian cities (including Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kochi, Kolkata, and Bengaluru) to Delhi, all ground transportation, and the services of a local guide as well as admission fees to both the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.

If you just have one day and want to explore the best of Pune, then this is the ideal tour for you. The tour is designed for travelers to explore local culture, local cuisine, local religions, local lifestyle, and shopping locally in Pune. This tour covers a Historic landmark Fort, Iconic temples, a Cave temple which is 1300+ years old, street markets, a lake, a Dense forest designed around sewage in middle of the city, an Italian-Islamic palace which was used as a museum for Mahatama Gandhi, a Gandhi Museum, a memento dedicated to Gandhi and his wife. We have included Indian Thali as lunch, this is how most of the households have been consuming meals for generations in India, a true way to explore Indian cuisine. We have also included evening Tea & Bun Maska, an iconic tea from Persia made famous by Indians and have been renamed as Irani tea. Your Travel Buddy will help you to shop and navigate through confusing lanes of the Old town. Best part, he will negotiate on your behalf!

Experience India’s crown jewel on a full-day trip from Pune to the Taj Mahal. Wake up in the early morning and take a flight from Pune to Delhi followed by a transfer to Agra. Take a guided tour around the UNESCO World Heritage Site as well as the famous Agra Fort and local markets before heading back to Delhi for your flight to Pune.

Look for pink flamingos and more at the Bhigwan bird sanctuary on a full-day tour from Pune. In addition to seeing a variety of India's bird species, you'll visit the historic Bhuleshwar Temple along the way. Includes private driver and guide, round-trip transportation, and hotel or airport pickup and drop-off in Pune.

Bhigwan is a small dusty town on the border of Pune and Solapur district in Central Maharashtra, India. It is located on the Pune – Solapur highway around 105 kilometers from Pune, on the backwaters of Ujani Dam built on the Bhima River. In recent years, Bhigwan has transformed itself into a hot tourist destination especially for wildlife photographers and bird watchers it hosts tourists from all over the country today. What makes Bhigwan special are the thousands of Greater Flamingos that inhabit the fertile waters. The vast shallow expanse of water makes it one of Maharashtra’s best wetlands. Bhigwan today boasts of hosting more than 260 bird species.

Ideal for travelers short on time, this full-day tour covers the best of the Pune region in a single day of sightseeing. Highlights include stops at the Singhagad Port, two major dams, and Lavasa hill station, a recent construction based on the Italian town of Portofino. A lunch of Maharashtrian cuisine at the top of Singhagad Fort is not included but can be arranged.

Beat the heat and the daytime crowds on this evening walking tour through Pune. See monuments, landmarks, and popular hangout spots in the city from a different light, as you experience a unique nighttime ambiance. Plus, listen to stories and recommendations you won’t find in any guidebook from your storyteller-guide. Tours are capped at just 15 people to ensure a personalized experience.

Discover the delicious cuisine of the Maharashtra region during this small-group tasting tour through Pune. Stroll through the streets of Old Town Pune in search of local dishes from historic establishments. Sample street foods such as chat, spicy samosas, wada bav, and dabeli without worrying about getting Delhi belly. Learn about the food culture of Pune and get insider tips on other places to eat and drink from your guide.

Visit India’s crown jewel, the Taj Mahal, on a private excursion from Pune. Leave Pune via train and plane to reach the city of Agra and explore its key landmarks. On day one, visit the gardens of Mehtab Bagh and stay overnight. The next day, wake up bright and early for a trip to the UNESCO-listed Taj Mahal and the Agra Fort before heading back to Pune.

Duration of the tour - 12 hours Recommended for - Anybody above 14 years of age, who wants to spice up a day tour with some adventure. Recommended season/months - July to April (although possible round the year). Highlights of the tour - A guided private tour Scenic drive through Mulshi and Tamhini Ghat Road. A fantastic 2.5 hrs rafting session on the Kundalika river with all the safety equipment and river-guide. Programme inclusive of meals. Pune to Pune Travel arrangements. Services of a Driver-Guide to escort you from Pune to the Rafting start point, Changeover place, Lunch at a restaurant and back to Pune. Complimentary pick up and drop off from your hotel (if the hotel or pick up point is within 5 kms from reporting point - Chandani Chowk).