Private Tour: 4-Hour Walking Tour of Old Pune

Summary

Your tour begins with morning or afternoon pickup from your hotel or the airport. Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Shaniwar Wada where your walking tour sets out. Start with an orientation to the city's history and the Maratha Empire, then follow your guide to landmarks including the temple of Kasba Ganpati, the Nana Wada estate, Lal Mahal, and Tulsi Baug Shopping Market, which has both historic temples and a popular local market for household items, jewelry, and more. Next, experience Pune’s largest covered produce market, Jyotiba Phule Mandai, then see the Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati temple, a busy Hindu temple that features an intricately adorned Ganesh statue. Nearby, visit traditional bangle shops on the bangle vendors lane, then go to Burud Ali to watch Pune’s large community of basket–makers at work. The walking tour ends at the mansion Vishrambaug Wada, where your driver meets you to transfer you back to your hotel.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours - 4 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Experience the sights, sounds, and aromas of the vibrant city of Old Pune on this private, 4-hour walking tour. Choose from a morning or afternoon tour, and visit Shaniwar Wada Fort, the copper smith's colony, a bamboo workshop, Dagdusheth Ganpati, and more in the company of your own personal guide and private tour

What’s included?

  • Private guide

  • Personal chauffeur with air-conditioned car

  • Hotel or airport pickup and drop-off

  • Fuel, parking, surcharge and government taxes

  • Food and drinks

  • Entrance tickets to attractions

  • Entry/Admission - Shaniwar Wada

  • Entry/Admission - Vishram Bagh Waada Palace

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3-4 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

City Tours India Pune

About operator:

City Tours India is a place to discover unique cultural experiences from design, photography and street art, to ethnic food tours, private dinners hosted by locals, underground history, sightseeing and immersive cultural exchange. City Tours India is a home for anyone looking to experience honest, local culture through experiences created and hosted by passionate local Insiders.

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