Pune Walking Tour with a Punekar
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Pune, India
- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- Explore Pune with a local guide
- See popular attractions and off-the-beaten path sights
- Morning and afternoon tours are available
- Private tour for just your party ensures a flexible experience
What's Included
- Local guide
- All Fees and Taxes
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- ShaniwarwadaKasba Peth, Pune, Maharashtra 411011, India
On the stage, in front of Ticket Counter.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Shaniwar Wada
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
Phule Market
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
4
Lal Mahal Chitra
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
5
Vishram Bagh Waada Palace
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.6
based on 76 reviews
Heather_S, Oct 2024
I booked the same day and was pleasantly surprised to receive WhatsApp messages confirming all the details. I was the only person, and was very comfortable on the walk. He was very accommodating, answering all my questions, and made the walk interesting and enjoyable. I highly recommend booking- you get quite a lot for the charge, especially when you end up having a private tour.
Jennifer_S, Apr 2024
The tour started out great, interesting stories at Shaniwar Wada about how the place came to be and how it put Pune on the map. The places in the old city were interesting but I wish we had a bit more guidance on what to give those who watched the shoes at the temples. This was our first experience visiting a Temple in India, and we realized after that we likely blundered, but I feel the guide should be giving assistance in this way. The snacks and drink were both tasty but I was also surprised at how abrupt the tour ended and we weren't brought back to the start location where it was better to get a taxi, like it said in the description.
Leonard_G, Nov 2023
I signed up at the last minute, and there was some confusion about the start time.
Koustubh ended up giving me 'private' tour.
We had a lengthy discussion about the history surrounding the occupants of Shaniwar Wada, visited a couple temples, and noted a remnant of Portuguese architectural influence.
We visited 'specially designed' house that headquartered the resistance to British occupation during the 1890s. I learned about the connection between the local popularity of Ganesha and the resistance.
The tour doesn't go inside SW, but we discussed some architectural details viewable near the entrance. ( I also paid to go inside, but really there is not much to see as all the good stuff burned long ago.
A great way to learn about Pune history.
Wendy_W, Feb 2020
Sankit the guide spoke clear English and knows a lot about all the history and religion behind the buildings and temples. He makes one at ease with the traditions. Loved the markets and temples. It is not touristy at all. Actually as westerner you become the attraction. A lovely walk and shopping in the market too.
Wendy_W, Feb 2020
Sankit is a good guide. His English is good and he knows a lot about the city. Religion Of the temples. The walk over the markets. I felt at ease eventhough you get a lot of attention as westerner. That is also a charm of the guided tour. Loved walking through the old streets.
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