Day trip to Mahabaleshwar,India

About Mahabaleshwar:
Mahabaleshwar was the summer capital of the Governor of the erstwhile Bombay Presidency during the colonial era. It is easily accessible from Pune (120km) and from Mumbai (285km). It is one of the most popular weekend destinations.
Tourist gets attracted towards Mahabaleshwar because of breathtaking valley view, nature, adventurous sports etc. This place is also known for its Strawberries production. Another popular hill station, Pachgani, is just 20km before Mahabaleshwar. Mostly, the tourists visit both places together. It is also famous Honeymoon destination within Maharashtra.
Pune to Mahabaleshwar is a 2 to 3 hours’ drive. Best way to reach Mahabaleshwar is Pune – National highway 4 – After 75 km journey on NH4 Take right at Surul – Wai – Pachgani – Mahabaleshwar. There are many signboards which guide you to Mahabaleshwar and at all tourist points.

Following are the points for 1 day trip to Mahabaleshwar:

1. Leave in early morning.
2. Mapro Garden
3. Old Mahabaleshwar temple
4. Arthor Seat point
5. Lunch at Market and some shopping
6. Venna Lake
7. Sunset at Table land OR Sunset at Bombay point, Mahabaleshwar
8. Return Journey to Home
   Car petrol for trip: INR 1200/- (approx. 16 Liters)
   Toll at NH-4: INR 110/-(Return toll)
   Mapro’s mini grilled sandwich: INR 79/-
   Mapro’s Fresh Strawberry Cream with Ice cream: INR 199/-
   Mapro’s Fresh Strawberry Cream: INR 169/-
   Pachgani pollution tax: INR 50/- (For Car)
   Pachgani Entry tax: INR 20/- per person (valid for 7 days)
   Mahabaleshwar pollution tax: INR 30/- (For Car)
   Mahabaleshwar Entry tax: INR 20/- per person (valid for 7 days)
   Lunch: INR 150/- (Only Pavbhaji for 2)
   Fun faire games: approx. INR 20/- per game.
   Coffee: INR 20/- at tableland
   Boiled masala Corn: INR 30/-
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