“To travel is to evolve.” – Pierre Bernardo
From the bustling shores of Mumbai to the serene caves of Ajanta and Ellora, this journey reveals the many faces of Maharashtraits colonial elegance, Maratha pride, sacred rivers, and timeless rockcut wonders. Walk through history in Pune, feel the spray of Lonavalas misty hills, trace the brushstrokes of ancient Buddhist murals, and sip the fine wines of Nashik. This itinerary blends heritage, nature, and devotion in the heartland of western India.
Places Covered: Mumbai, LonavalaKhandala, Pune, Aurangabad AjantaEllora, Nashik
Depart from Kolkata Railway Station by train.
Gateway of India, Elephanta Caves, Marine Drive and Chowpatty Beach, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, Prince of Wales Museum and Colaba Causeway shopping.
Travel by road to Lonavala, Bhushi Dam, Tigers Leap, Rajmachi Point, Karla and Bhaja Caves.
Drive to Pune, Shaniwar Wada, Aga Khan Palace, Pataleshwar Cave Temple, Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple.
Travel to Aurangabad by roadtrain, Bibi ka Maqbara, Daulatabad Fort.
Fullday visit to Ajanta Caves, Aurangabad.
Ellora Caves, Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, Return to Aurangabad.
Drive to Nashik, Panchavati temples, Ramkund, Sula Vineyards.
Return to Mumbai, Shopping, Siddhivinayak Temple, Haji Ali Dargah.
Flight or train back to Kolkata.