Best of Pune Private City Tour with Lunch and Transport.
Overview
For first-time visitors, Pune is crowded & overwhelming. For decades now, Pune City has primarily been perceived as a Business, Industrial & Student City. However, the truth is Pune has a rich history from the 17th Century when it was the base of the Maratha Empire & it is known as the Cultural Capital of Maharashtra.
During the 5 or 6 hours that you will explore Pune with us, you will be surprised & fascinated with the Spirituality, Ancient History, Rich Culture, Diversity, Customs & Traditions that this vibrant City offers.
Our knowledgeable, friendly & helpful guide in a chauffeur driven AC car will take you around this incredible City on a private tour during which you will feel like you are experiencing this city with an old friend.
We are happy to pick you up & drop you back at a location anywhere in & around Pune with pick up & drop off timings as per your convenience.
We are also happy to customise the itinerary, places & timings as per your personal preferences.
During the 5 or 6 hours that you will explore Pune with us, you will be surprised & fascinated with the Spirituality, Ancient History, Rich Culture, Diversity, Customs & Traditions that this vibrant City offers.
Our knowledgeable, friendly & helpful guide in a chauffeur driven AC car will take you around this incredible City on a private tour during which you will feel like you are experiencing this city with an old friend.
We are happy to pick you up & drop you back at a location anywhere in & around Pune with pick up & drop off timings as per your convenience.
We are also happy to customise the itinerary, places & timings as per your personal preferences.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pickup and drop-off from your hotel or any other location.
- Private friendly and knowledgeable guide.
- Delicious local Lunch in a traditional Cafe.
- Unlimited mineral water and soft drinks.
- Tea, Coffee, local snacks, refreshments etc.
- All Entry Fees, Taxes, Toll Fees, Parking Fees, Allowances etc.
- Entry/Admission - Empress Gardens
- Entry/Admission - National War Museum
- Entry/Admission - Aga Khan Palace
- Entry/Admission - Pune Tribal Museum
- Entry/Admission - Shaniwar Wada
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple, Ganpati Bhavan, 250, Budhvar Peth, Pune 411002 India
The 130 year old Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to the Hindu God Lord Ganesha.
The temple is visited by over hundred thousand pilgrims every year. Devotees of the temple include celebrities & famous public figures who visit during the annual ten-day Ganeshotsav festival in September every year.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Aga Khan Palace, Yerwada., Pune India
The Aga Khan Palace is a majestic building which is closely linked to the Indian freedom movement as it served as a prison for Mahatma Gandhi, his wife Kasturba Gandhi, his secretary Mahadev Desai and Sarojini Naidu.
It is also the place where Kasturba Gandhi & Mahadev Desai died.
Aga Khan Palace is major tourist attraction in Pune as it holds great historical significance.
It has a beautiful architecture, century old trees and perfect gardens around it. It has Italian arches.
The Palace captivates the eye of a spectator with its magnificence and picturesque architecture.
The Palace has a number of objects, documents, photos and portraits depicting glimpses from the life of Mahatma Gandhi & other personalities of the Indian freedom struggle.
This palace is also the headquarters of the Gandhi National Memorial Society & has a shop that deals in khaadi and other hand loomed textiles.
Today the Palace houses a memorial on Mahatma Gandhi and his ashes are kept there.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Shaniwar Wada, Shaniwar Peth, Pune 411030 India
Shaniwarwada is a 300 year old historical fort & one of the the main tourist attractions in Pune.
Built in 1732 in the Maratha Imperial Architectural style, it was the great throne of the Peshwas of the Maratha Empire until 1818.
Following the rise of the Maratha Empire, the fort became the centre of Indian politics in the 18th century.
The fort itself was largely destroyed in 1828 by a fire, but the surviving structures are now maintained as a tourist attraction.
The Shaniwarwada was originally a seven-storey building and after being attacked by the British Artillery 90 years later, all the top six stories collapsed leaving only the stone base, which was immune to the British artillery. Hence only the stone base of the Shaniwar Wada remains and can be seen today.
In June 1818, the Peshwa, Bajirao II, abdicated his throne to Sir John Malcolm of the British East India Company & went into political exile at Bithoor, near Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh in North India.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Lal Mahal, Budhwar Peth, Pune, Maharashtra 411002, India
The Lal Mahal (Red Palace) is one of the famous monuments located in Pune where Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, founder of the Maratha Empire spent his childhood.
In the year 1630 AD, Shivaji Maharaj's Father Shahaji Raje Bhosale, established the Lal Mahal for his wife Jijabai and son. Shivaji Maharaj stayed here for several years until he captured his first fort.
The original Lal Mahal was built with the idea of rejuvenating the recently razed city of Pune when Shahaji Raje entered the city along with Shivaji and his mother, Maasaheb Jijabai. Young Shivaji Maharaj grew up here, and stayed in the Lal Mahal till he captured the Torna fort in 1645.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's marriage with his wife, Saibai took place in Lal Mahal on 16 May 1640.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Tulsi Baug Shopping Market, Tulsi Baug Near Vishrambaug Wada Mandai Vegetable Market Tulsi Baug Near Vishrambaug Wada, Pune 411046 India
Tulshibaug is a bustling street market in old Pune City area.
Its main features are a historic temple and a large open market.
The busy Tulshibaug market is located in front of the famous Vishrambaug Wada. The market sells a wide variety of goods including traditional Maharashtrian cooking items, cosmetics, imitation Jewellery, traditional clothes and household goods as well as Puja items used for worshipping Gods in temples and at home.
Other than shopping the market offers various kinds of refreshments and hotels.
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Laxmi Road, Pune India
drive past Laxmi Road
Stop At: Pune Tribal Museum, Off Koregaon Road, Pune India
Tribal Research Institute Museum, Museum of Tribal Arts and Artifacts, is a museum in Pune inside the campus of Scheduled Castes & Scheduled Tribes Research & Training Institute. It is popularly known as Tribal Museum.
Please note: Closed on Sundays and public holidays.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Pune Race Course, GV5V+H3C, Camp, Pune, Maharashtra 411001, India
Drive past the Famous and Vast 118 acres area of the 190-year-old Pune Race Course.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Osho Teerth Park, Koregaon Park, Lane number 1, Pune India
Calm, natural setting for quiet walks & jogs amid dense foliage, gardens & a stream.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Koregaon Park, Pune 411001 India
Drive around the beautiful, lush green and old world residential area known as Koregaon Park.
Pass By: Osho International Meditation Resort and Guesthouse, 17 Koregaon Park, Pune 411001 India
Drive past the famous The Osho Commune (formerly known as the Rajneesh Ashram).
Stop At: Empress Gardens, Near Race-Course, Pune 411001 India
Empress Botanical Garden - visit and take a stroll around the Serene and Beautiful Empress Botanical Gardens named after Queen Victoria.
This garden is home to many rare species of trees and flowers.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: National War Museum, Near Railway Station Ghorpadi, Pune 411001 India
The National War Memorial Southern Command is a war memorial in Pune Cantonment, India, dedicated to post-Independence war martyrs. This is the only war memorial in South Asia which has been erected by citizens' contributions. The memorial was unveiled and dedicated to the nation on 15 August 1998.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Ohel David Synagogue, Moledina Road Opposite Nehru Memorial Hall, Pune India
Drive past the 90-feet high Red Coloured Ohel David Synagogue, locally called as “LAL DEVAL” built in English Gothic Style in the year 1867.
It is one of the largest synagogues built in India.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Deccan Gymkhana Club, 759/102, Opposite PYC Tennis Courts, Deccan Gymkhana Rd, Deccan Gymkhana, Pune, Maharashtra 411004, India
Drive past the bustling areas of Deccan Gymkhana called J. M. Road and Fergusson College Road, both known for celebrating traditional as well as western cultures and festivals.
Stop At: Pataleshwar Cave Temple, Jungli Maharaj Road, Pune India
Visit the Ancient Pataleshwar Cave Temple which is a rock-cut cave temple carved out in the 8th century in the Rashtrakuta Dynasty period. It is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. This is the oldest monument in Pune, which is over 1300 years old.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Kolsa Galli, Camp, Pune, Maharashtra 411001, India
Take a 10-minute walk in one of the ancient bazaars/market areas of Pune known as Centre Street and Kolsa Galli which is a small by-lane.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Fergusson College Road, Fergusson College Rd, Shivajinagar, Pune, Maharashtra, India
The famous shopping street in the Deccan area of Pune.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Gurudwara Guru Nanak Darbar, Pattinson Road, Pune 411001 India
See the famous Sikh place of worship in Pune.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Mahatma Gandhi Road, MG Road, Camp, Pune, Maharashtra 411001, India
The famous shopping street of Pune.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: University of Pune, University Circle, Pune India
The lush green campus and historical buildings of more than 100 year old University.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Jangali Maharaj Road, Jangali Maharaj Rd, Shivajinagar, Pune, Maharashtra, India
The famous and historical walking street near Shaniwar wada.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Jamshetji Jeejeebhoi Fire Temple, Tulsidas Apartment, 826, Dastur Meher Rd, Next To, Camp, Pune, Maharashtra 411001, India
The place of worship frequented by the people of Zoroastrian religion.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: St. Mary's Church, 1-A, Sholapur Road, Pune India
The architecture and design is beautiful and stunning of this Church frequented by the small Christian population of Pune.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Sadguru Shri Jangli Maharaj Samadhi Temple, GVG2+J5M, Revenue Colony, Shivajinagar, Pune, Maharashtra 411005, India
Visit the beautiful and ancient temple frequented by devout Hindus.
Duration: 10 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple, Ganpati Bhavan, 250, Budhvar Peth, Pune 411002 India
The 130 year old Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to the Hindu God Lord Ganesha.
The temple is visited by over hundred thousand pilgrims every year. Devotees of the temple include celebrities & famous public figures who visit during the annual ten-day Ganeshotsav festival in September every year.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Aga Khan Palace, Yerwada., Pune India
The Aga Khan Palace is a majestic building which is closely linked to the Indian freedom movement as it served as a prison for Mahatma Gandhi, his wife Kasturba Gandhi, his secretary Mahadev Desai and Sarojini Naidu.
It is also the place where Kasturba Gandhi & Mahadev Desai died.
Aga Khan Palace is major tourist attraction in Pune as it holds great historical significance.
It has a beautiful architecture, century old trees and perfect gardens around it. It has Italian arches.
The Palace captivates the eye of a spectator with its magnificence and picturesque architecture.
The Palace has a number of objects, documents, photos and portraits depicting glimpses from the life of Mahatma Gandhi & other personalities of the Indian freedom struggle.
This palace is also the headquarters of the Gandhi National Memorial Society & has a shop that deals in khaadi and other hand loomed textiles.
Today the Palace houses a memorial on Mahatma Gandhi and his ashes are kept there.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Shaniwar Wada, Shaniwar Peth, Pune 411030 India
Shaniwarwada is a 300 year old historical fort & one of the the main tourist attractions in Pune.
Built in 1732 in the Maratha Imperial Architectural style, it was the great throne of the Peshwas of the Maratha Empire until 1818.
Following the rise of the Maratha Empire, the fort became the centre of Indian politics in the 18th century.
The fort itself was largely destroyed in 1828 by a fire, but the surviving structures are now maintained as a tourist attraction.
The Shaniwarwada was originally a seven-storey building and after being attacked by the British Artillery 90 years later, all the top six stories collapsed leaving only the stone base, which was immune to the British artillery. Hence only the stone base of the Shaniwar Wada remains and can be seen today.
In June 1818, the Peshwa, Bajirao II, abdicated his throne to Sir John Malcolm of the British East India Company & went into political exile at Bithoor, near Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh in North India.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Lal Mahal, Budhwar Peth, Pune, Maharashtra 411002, India
The Lal Mahal (Red Palace) is one of the famous monuments located in Pune where Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, founder of the Maratha Empire spent his childhood.
In the year 1630 AD, Shivaji Maharaj's Father Shahaji Raje Bhosale, established the Lal Mahal for his wife Jijabai and son. Shivaji Maharaj stayed here for several years until he captured his first fort.
The original Lal Mahal was built with the idea of rejuvenating the recently razed city of Pune when Shahaji Raje entered the city along with Shivaji and his mother, Maasaheb Jijabai. Young Shivaji Maharaj grew up here, and stayed in the Lal Mahal till he captured the Torna fort in 1645.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's marriage with his wife, Saibai took place in Lal Mahal on 16 May 1640.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Tulsi Baug Shopping Market, Tulsi Baug Near Vishrambaug Wada Mandai Vegetable Market Tulsi Baug Near Vishrambaug Wada, Pune 411046 India
Tulshibaug is a bustling street market in old Pune City area.
Its main features are a historic temple and a large open market.
The busy Tulshibaug market is located in front of the famous Vishrambaug Wada. The market sells a wide variety of goods including traditional Maharashtrian cooking items, cosmetics, imitation Jewellery, traditional clothes and household goods as well as Puja items used for worshipping Gods in temples and at home.
Other than shopping the market offers various kinds of refreshments and hotels.
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Laxmi Road, Pune India
drive past Laxmi Road
Stop At: Pune Tribal Museum, Off Koregaon Road, Pune India
Tribal Research Institute Museum, Museum of Tribal Arts and Artifacts, is a museum in Pune inside the campus of Scheduled Castes & Scheduled Tribes Research & Training Institute. It is popularly known as Tribal Museum.
Please note: Closed on Sundays and public holidays.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Pune Race Course, GV5V+H3C, Camp, Pune, Maharashtra 411001, India
Drive past the Famous and Vast 118 acres area of the 190-year-old Pune Race Course.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Osho Teerth Park, Koregaon Park, Lane number 1, Pune India
Calm, natural setting for quiet walks & jogs amid dense foliage, gardens & a stream.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Koregaon Park, Pune 411001 India
Drive around the beautiful, lush green and old world residential area known as Koregaon Park.
Pass By: Osho International Meditation Resort and Guesthouse, 17 Koregaon Park, Pune 411001 India
Drive past the famous The Osho Commune (formerly known as the Rajneesh Ashram).
Stop At: Empress Gardens, Near Race-Course, Pune 411001 India
Empress Botanical Garden - visit and take a stroll around the Serene and Beautiful Empress Botanical Gardens named after Queen Victoria.
This garden is home to many rare species of trees and flowers.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: National War Museum, Near Railway Station Ghorpadi, Pune 411001 India
The National War Memorial Southern Command is a war memorial in Pune Cantonment, India, dedicated to post-Independence war martyrs. This is the only war memorial in South Asia which has been erected by citizens' contributions. The memorial was unveiled and dedicated to the nation on 15 August 1998.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Ohel David Synagogue, Moledina Road Opposite Nehru Memorial Hall, Pune India
Drive past the 90-feet high Red Coloured Ohel David Synagogue, locally called as “LAL DEVAL” built in English Gothic Style in the year 1867.
It is one of the largest synagogues built in India.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Deccan Gymkhana Club, 759/102, Opposite PYC Tennis Courts, Deccan Gymkhana Rd, Deccan Gymkhana, Pune, Maharashtra 411004, India
Drive past the bustling areas of Deccan Gymkhana called J. M. Road and Fergusson College Road, both known for celebrating traditional as well as western cultures and festivals.
Stop At: Pataleshwar Cave Temple, Jungli Maharaj Road, Pune India
Visit the Ancient Pataleshwar Cave Temple which is a rock-cut cave temple carved out in the 8th century in the Rashtrakuta Dynasty period. It is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. This is the oldest monument in Pune, which is over 1300 years old.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Kolsa Galli, Camp, Pune, Maharashtra 411001, India
Take a 10-minute walk in one of the ancient bazaars/market areas of Pune known as Centre Street and Kolsa Galli which is a small by-lane.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Fergusson College Road, Fergusson College Rd, Shivajinagar, Pune, Maharashtra, India
The famous shopping street in the Deccan area of Pune.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Gurudwara Guru Nanak Darbar, Pattinson Road, Pune 411001 India
See the famous Sikh place of worship in Pune.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Mahatma Gandhi Road, MG Road, Camp, Pune, Maharashtra 411001, India
The famous shopping street of Pune.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: University of Pune, University Circle, Pune India
The lush green campus and historical buildings of more than 100 year old University.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Jangali Maharaj Road, Jangali Maharaj Rd, Shivajinagar, Pune, Maharashtra, India
The famous and historical walking street near Shaniwar wada.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Jamshetji Jeejeebhoi Fire Temple, Tulsidas Apartment, 826, Dastur Meher Rd, Next To, Camp, Pune, Maharashtra 411001, India
The place of worship frequented by the people of Zoroastrian religion.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: St. Mary's Church, 1-A, Sholapur Road, Pune India
The architecture and design is beautiful and stunning of this Church frequented by the small Christian population of Pune.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Sadguru Shri Jangli Maharaj Samadhi Temple, GVG2+J5M, Revenue Colony, Shivajinagar, Pune, Maharashtra 411005, India
Visit the beautiful and ancient temple frequented by devout Hindus.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Tracy G
January 2022
Our group of 4 had a wonderful day getting to know Pune with Rahil. Although several sites were closed, we enjoyed the day and saw Pune through the eyes of a local. Rahil took us to a delicious local restaurant for lunch and we unexpectedly became part of a birthday party. It was an unforgettable...
Our group of 4 had a wonderful day getting to know Pune with Rahil. Although several sites were closed, we enjoyed the day and saw Pune through the eyes of a local. Rahil took us to a delicious local restaurant for lunch and we unexpectedly became part of a birthday party. It was an unforgettable day.cecilia100201
February 2020
It was an amazing day to spend with Rahil Khan. We saw so many places and learned about indian culture and indian people. We had a verry delicious lunch which was included. Thid tour is full value for money and we highly reccomend it. You will get to see the full amazing city of Pune in one d...
It was an amazing day to spend with Rahil Khan. We saw so many places and learned about indian culture and indian people. We had a verry delicious lunch which was included. Thid tour is full value for money and we highly reccomend it. You will get to see the full amazing city of Pune in one day with this great company of Mr. Rahil Khan.tamermho
February 2020
One of my best tour , The tour guide was friendly doing even extra seen than what written , Very flexible, also Car was in a good shape air-conditioned, places were cultural rich and friendly people , lots of pictures, finally recommended if you are in Pune anyway.
One of my best tour , The tour guide was friendly doing even extra seen than what written , Very flexible, also Car was in a good shape air-conditioned, places were cultural rich and friendly people , lots of pictures, finally recommended if you are in Pune anyway.532ic
January 2020
We had a great day touring the different parts of Pune with World of Bollywood. Our driver was a safe and great driver. weaving through all the traffic. He picked us up and dropped us off at our hotel promptly. Our tour guide - Rahil - was very friendly and informative of the city and the peo...
We had a great day touring the different parts of Pune with World of Bollywood. Our driver was a safe and great driver. weaving through all the traffic. He picked us up and dropped us off at our hotel promptly. Our tour guide - Rahil - was very friendly and informative of the city and the people since he grew up there. He finds spots that make us feel like we were a part of the everyday hustle and bustle of Pune. There were so many things we did and places we saw that day, but here are some of my favorite parts of the tour. One of the pit stops he brought us to was a local lunch spot. The food was delicious and fresh. He also was able to order us several dishes that met our vegan dietary needs. Another pit stop he brought us to was a local breakfast place where we sampled some of the local dishes and coffee/tea. Another great experience was riding in a rickshaw, which we've never done before! Overall, a great tour that we recommend to anyone who wants to see Pune as much as they can in one day!JoshuaAZ69
January 2020
I had an awesome day in Pune. It was my first day here and my tour guide Rahil Khan was great. I felt totally safe and comfortable in the city. We had tea and lunch in the local cafe. That made the experience much more memorial. Thanks again and was great to meet you.
I had an awesome day in Pune. It was my first day here and my tour guide Rahil Khan was great. I felt totally safe and comfortable in the city. We had tea and lunch in the local cafe. That made the experience much more memorial. Thanks again and was great to meet you.li_quan_9
January 2020
I booked the Pune Tour almost the last minute (I booked on 1/25 for my tour on 1/26) but World of Bollywood accommodated me. Later I realized my tour guide Sanya had to travel to Pune from Mumbei late night on 1/25. I feel very grateful that WOB tried the best to accommodate their customers. Sa...
I booked the Pune Tour almost the last minute (I booked on 1/25 for my tour on 1/26) but World of Bollywood accommodated me. Later I realized my tour guide Sanya had to travel to Pune from Mumbei late night on 1/25. I feel very grateful that WOB tried the best to accommodate their customers. Sanya arrived my hotel to pick me up on time; she was knowledgeable, friendly, warm, caring and professional. The tour is well planned - there are lots of good things to see including old and new city; at the same time the trip was not tiring. The driver was very reliable and professional. The lunch place was incredible too. In short, the tour was very pleasant and well exceeded my expectation. I am sure Sanya and her husband put lots of efforts behind the scene to make the tour perfect. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who will visit Pune or its neighboring places.