Day 01 : Matheran
Arrival at Dasturi Naka by road from Mumbai-Pune park the vehicle here and by trekking1.5 km reach at Matheran on arrival check into the hotel Evening free to explore the townand enjoy the cool climate of hill station o/n halt.
Day 02 : Matheran
After Bf proceed to sightseeing by trekking or you can hire a horse
Important points are:
Echo Point
This is a crucial point that offers a panoramic view of the whole place. As the name suggests, Echo point is well-known for allowing you to enjoy your echoes. This has made the place very popular amongst locals as well as tourists.
Charlotte Lake
This lake is the main source of water supply in Matheran and a major point of the place.It is located at a distance of 1 km from the main market and looks idyllic during the monsoons,but dries up during the summers.
Louisa Point
Located on a plateau, this famous lookout point offers a spectacular view of the ruined forts of Prabal and Vishalgarh. The famous "Lion's Head" (a rock resembling a lion's head) is located close to it.
Alexander Point
It is a famous point located 1 km towards the north of the place. This point provides splendid views of the Garbut Point,the Chowk valley and the Ulhas River,and is a favorite among the sightseers.
King George Point
During the monsoons,water from the nearby Charlotte Lake overflows and forms variouswaterfalls around the place.This is the point that beautifully captures these waterfalls andhence is a popular point during the season of showers.
Sunset/Porcupine Point
Located at a distance of 4 km from the main market,this point is famous for its views of the setting sun. This point offer views of a dark forest below. Prabalgad can also be seen from this point.
Monkey Point
It is a well-known point, famous for the large number of mischievous monkeys that throng the place.The point also offers a mesmerizing view of the verdant plains below.After sightseeing return back to hotel for lunch evening free for shopping and personal activities o/n halt
Day 03 : Matheran-Mumbai/Pune
After Bf check out from the Hotel and reach at Dasturi Naka by Trekking in forest and from there take your vehicle and return back to Mumbai/Pune on arrival drop at Residence Railway station or Airport with sweet memory of Gagangir Tours and Travels
Tour Ends
Price includes:
(Stay 02 Night at Matheran)
Breakfast & Dinner
From Mumbai-Pune pickup & Drop by Non a/c car for Standard package/C car for
Deluxe Package .All applicable taxes.
Child Policy:
Child Cost ( between 5 to 12 yrs)- with Extra bed 45 % of Adult cost
- without Extra bed 30 % of Adult cost
Cost Excludes:
Air fare / train fare.Service tax 4.03%,Any meals other then those specified in 'Cost Includes'.
Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
Guide & Entrance fees during sightseeing.Sightseeing other than mention in Tour programme.
Any other item not specified in 'cost includes'.
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Duration |
Budget |
Standard |
Deluxe |
Luxury |
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02Night/03 Days |
Rs.8000 |
Rs.9000 |
Rs.11000 |
13500 |
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Hotels Used |
Matheran |
Matheran |
Matheran |
Matheran |
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Khatija Resort |
Regal Hotel Hotel Panorama Hotel Riveria |
Hotel Royal Hotel Horseland Kumar plaza |
The Byke Usha Ascot
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Hill Stations of Maharashtra As the state of Maharashtra is the Home of Sahydri Mountains, the state has many appealing hill stations. The Britishers founded most of these hill stations during their colonial era to beat the scorching heat. But the beauty and the charming glory are still alive in these hill stations. The Western Ghats, which form a part of the Sahydri range, has also lots of beautiful hill stations. Hill stations of Maharashtra not only attract the foreign tourists but also Indian domestic tourists, which are exhausted with the fast urban life. Popular hill stations of Maharashtra are Matheran, Lonavala, Khandala, Mahabaleshwar, Panchagani, Bhandardara, Malshej Ghat, Amboli, Chikhaldara Panhala, Panchgani, Sawantwadi, Toranmal, and Jawahar. It is said that each hill station of Maharashtra has unique characteristic and its closeness to a city makes it very popular. Amboli Amboli is located in Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra. This hill station is at an altitude of 690m above the sea level. Having dense forests and steep mountains, Amboli is the last hill resort before the coastal plains begin in the southern ranges of the Sahyadri Hills. Bhandardara Bhandardara is located at a distance of 70 km from Nashik. It is a small and peaceful area. This hill station is popular for fun loving and picnic lovers. Radha Falls, a deep valley, a clean and large Arthur Lake, Chikaldhara Chikhaldara is in Amaravatio district of Vidarbha region of Maharashtra. It is believed that its name is derived from Keechaka. This hill station is the only hill station, which offers the tourists lots of wildlife, viewpoints, Jawhar Jawhar hill station is in Thane district of Maharashtra. Gifted with exotic valleys, thick rich forests and pleasant climate, Jawhar offers dofferent type of enjoyment comparing to other hill stations of Maharashtra. Lonavla & Khandala Locating at an altitude of 625m, Lonavala and Khandala are famous for its beautiful hills, deep green valleys, huge lakes, historic forts and waterfalls etc. These two hill stations are at the Sahyadris Mountains of Maharashtra Mahabaleshwar Mahabaleshwar is also known as the Queen of all Hill Stations. This hill station is situated at an altitude of 1,372m in the heart of Sahyadri Hills in Satara District. Its name is derived from a Lord Mahadev temple and three Sanskrit words, Malshej Ghat Malshejghat is in Pune, Maharashtra. This hill station is known for its special attraction for trekkers, hikers, adventurers, and nature lovers. Malshejghat is at an altitude of 700m above the sea level. Matheran Matheran is an important hill station of Maharashtra as it is the closest one to Mumbai and Pune. This 800m high hill station is located in Alibagh district of Maharashtra. Panchgani Panchgani is in Satara district of Maharashtra. One can see the Krishna River on one side and the coastal plain on the other. This hill station lies at an altitude of 1,334m above the sea level. Panhala Located at an altitude of 3177 feet and 18 km away from Kolhapur, Panhala is a scenic hill station and quite popular among tourists. The place houses famous Panhala fort which has great acquaintance with Maratha Empire. Sawantwadi Locating at the Sahyadri Mountains at an altitude of 690m above the sea level, Sawantwadi hill station offers hours of fun to visitors. This hill station is in Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra. Toranmal Toranmal is at Satpura Hills in Akrani Taluka of Nandarpur district in Maharashtra. This hill station lies at an altitude of 1461m above the sea level. The surroundings of the Toranmal plateau are cool and greenery.