Discover the rich history of Old Pune on a private 4-hour walking tour. Explore Shaniwar Wada Fort, the copper smith’s colony, a bamboo workshop, and more with a personal guide.
Discover the rich history of Old Pune on a private 4-hour walking tour. Explore Shaniwar Wada Fort, the copper smith’s colony, a bamboo workshop, and more with a personal guide.
- Shaniwar Wada - Begin the tour after meeting your guide at the fortress Shaniwarwada, the seat of the Peshwa rulers of Pune or at hotel lobby (depending on the option chosen) . At Shaniwarwada, the guide will introduce you to the history of the city and the way of life under the Maratha Empire. After a brief orientation, walk through the city to…
- Shaniwar Wada - Begin the tour after meeting your guide at the fortress Shaniwarwada, the seat of the Peshwa rulers of Pune or at hotel lobby (depending on the option chosen) . At Shaniwarwada, the guide will introduce you to the history of the city and the way of life under the Maratha Empire. After a brief orientation, walk through the city to visit several places of historical and cultural significance.
- Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple - Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganapati
- Lal Mahal Chitra - Kasba Peth or Kasba is the oldest residential part, “Peth “, in Pune, India. It is adjacent to the historic Shaniwar Wada palace-fort. Kasba Peth was the first Peth to be established sometime during the 5th century, and is the oldest area in Pune. It is called the “Heart of Pune City”.
Lal Mahal, the site where Chhatrapati Shivaji lived.
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Nana Phadnavis wada - Nana Wada, the estate of Nana Phadnavis, chief administrator of the Peshwa rulers of Pune. The estate now houses a school.
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Kasba Peth Ganpati Temple - Visit the temple of Kasba Ganpati, to see the Elephant God who is the patron deity of Pune. No new venture is started in Pune without this god’s blessings!
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Vishram Bagh Waada Palace - The tour ends at Vishrambaug Wada, built by the last Peshwa Baji Rao II as a house of leisure. If you’d like to take back a souvenir from the walk, there’s a small shop inside Vishrambaug run by a local NGO, that sells eco-friendly handcrafted garments, ornaments and bags.
- Fuel, parking, surcharge and government taxes included
- Expert private guide for personalized experience
- Convenient hotel or airport pickup and drop-off
- Comfortable travel with a personal chauffeur and air-conditioned car
- Fuel, parking, surcharge and government taxes included
- Expert private guide for personalized experience
- Convenient hotel or airport pickup and drop-off
- Comfortable travel with a personal chauffeur and air-conditioned car
- Food and drinks
- Entrance tickets to attractions
- Food and drinks
- Entrance tickets to attractions
Immerse yourself in the lively ambiance of historic Pune during a private, 4-hour stroll. Opt for either a morning or afternoon journey, and uncover the secrets of Shaniwar Wada Fort, discover the copper smith’s settlement, explore a bamboo workspace, visit Dagdusheth Ganpati, among other exciting sites, all under the guidance of your dedicated private…
Immerse yourself in the lively ambiance of historic Pune during a private, 4-hour stroll. Opt for either a morning or afternoon journey, and uncover the secrets of Shaniwar Wada Fort, discover the copper smith’s settlement, explore a bamboo workspace, visit Dagdusheth Ganpati, among other exciting sites, all under the guidance of your dedicated private guide.
- Please dress modestly and ensure you have adequate sun protection
- You must take off your shoes if you wish to enter a place of worship
- This is a great tour for those interested in photography
- This tour involves a moderate amount of walking it is suggested to wear comfortable shoes
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
