Concept Voyages' Mahabaleshwar & Panchgani!

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(Mahabaleshwar, Panchgani)

Day 1 Pune-Mahabaleshwar (125 kms/4 hrs): Arrive at Pune, meet and greet Concept Voyages' representative and transfer to Mahabaleshwar resort. Free day at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at resort.

Day 2 Mahabalehswar: After breakfast, proceed for Mahabaleshwar sightseeing tour. Arthur's Seat is the only place which shows the geographical distinction between Konkan and Deccan territories of Mahabaleshwar. Wilson Point is the nearest and the highest point i.e. 4710 ft. (1435 mtrs.) above sea level in Mahabaleshwar. It is a vast bare rock with three observation towers erected at different spots. Tourists rush here in the early morning to see the colourful and bright sunrise. Wilson point is also called 'Sunrise Point'. Elphinston Point is named after the Governor of Mumbai Sir Elphinston, this point was discovered by Dr. Murray in 1880. It was a hot picnic spot during the former British days, crowded with maids pushing baby carts and strolling lovely vivacious British couples in a delightful romantic mood. On Mahabaleshwar - Poona road about 3 kms from the Venna Lake there is a road on the left leading to Kate's Point. It is a drive of about 2 kms. This point is unique as it gives a commanding view of the Decccan side and the Krishna valley. The river Krishna winds its way beautifully through green fields. At extremity of the Kate's Point, is a huge rock (100 ft. high) which appears to be detached from the men scrap, a few smaller boulders wedged between this rock and cliff from a narrow arch. The arch is known as Needle hole. Venna Lake is the first and major attraction of Mahabaleshwar. It is very famous for boating. Boating in the Venna Lake is full of pleasure for all, old as well as youngsters. This Lake was constructed by Maharaja Shahaji of Satara and was completed in the year 1842. A visit to Pratapgadh adds a historical dimension to the Mahabaleshwar trip. It is a place where the history of Maratha Emperor Shivaji took a decisive course when mighty Afzal Khan met his death. Shivaji Maharaja then established himself as a significant force in the contemporary power politics. Pratapgadh 900 mtrs above sea level, lies 19 kms west of Mahabaleshwar. This fort from a distance looks like a round topped hill, the wall of lower fort forming a sort of a band or crown round the brow. Return back to resort for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3 Mahabaleshwar-Panchgani excursion: After breakfast depart for an excursion to Panchgani, assisted by Concept Voyages' representative. Panchgani derives its name from the five hills around it. At an altitude of 1334 m it is just 38 m below Mahabaleshwar. These 38m translate themselves into a breathtaking 20 kms approach from Mahabaleshwar that swoops around bends with abandon, offering heart stopping views of the River Krishna on one side & the coastal plains on the other. Panchgani is the quintessential hill station, with the Raj stamped indelibly all over it. It can be seen in the old architecture of the old British buildings, the Parsi houses, & the boarding schools that have been for a century or more. Amble along the walkways, thickly canopied by lush trees & vegetation & delights in the secrets you come upon. The Krishna, snaking through tiny hamlets, farms & ravines, hundreds of meters below. Visit table land, a flat mountain peak & feast your eyes on the coastal plains, looking like miniature water colors. Panchgani is one of the rare places that doesn't crowd anyone, yet in its own unhurried way deeply touches every visitor. Return back to resort for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4 Mahabaleshwar-Pune departure: After breakfast, checkout and transfer to Pune railway station or airport for boarding flight home.

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Tour Booking Code: CVSH-11

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