Mahabaleshwar Panchgani Tour Package from Aurangabad (2 Days)
2-day Mahabaleshwar Panchgani tour from Aurangabad: Panchgani and Mahabaleshwar. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹4,300 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
16° – 23°C
October in Mahabaleshwar Panchgani
Description
2-day Mahabaleshwar Panchgani tour from Aurangabad: Panchgani and Mahabaleshwar. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹4,300 per person.
This 2 days 1 night itinerary covers 6 handpicked stops, including Table Land, Panchgani, Mapro Garden, Venna Lake and more. October–June (strawberry season December–April) is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 1-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as Treebo Hillway Inn Main Market, Mahabaleshwar. Pickup and drop are arranged right from your hotel or home, so there's nothing extra to plan on your end. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Mahabaleshwar Panchgani
Best time: October to JuneAverage temperature range: 11°C – 30°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Aurangabad to Panchgani and Mahabaleshwar
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Aurangabad in the morning. Drive from Aurangabad to Panchgani (about 337 km, 6 hrs 45 min) and from Panchgani to Mahabaleshwar (about 19 km, 30 min). Check in at your hotel in Mahabaleshwar. Stop at Panchgani for Table Land, a wide flat plateau above the town, and Sydney Point over the Krishna valley. Have strawberries and cream at the Mapro Garden on the way to Mahabaleshwar. Check in and spend the evening boating on Venna Lake and walking in the market. Overnight stay in Mahabaleshwar.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Aurangabad to Panchgani
337 km · ~7h 4m · About 7h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Aurangabad
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near AhilyanagarAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
187 km · 3h 44m drive from previous stop
Arrive in PanchganiPanchgani, Maharashtra
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Aurangabad to Panchgani
337 km · ~7h 29m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Aurangabad
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Aurangabad. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Aurangabad → Panchgani
AC Seater / Volvo · ~337 km
~7h 29m|Tentative fare ₹370–₹990
Usual tea / meal halts: Sirur (~170 km)
- Arrive in Panchgani
Panchgani, Maharashtra
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Aurangabad to Panchgani
Nearest railway stations: Aurangabad for Aurangabad, Jarandeshwar (about 35 km away) for Panchgani.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 10h 58m in total
Change trains at Manmad Jn — about 1h 20m wait
1 change · 11h 14m in total
Change trains at Diva — about 1h 47m wait
1 change · 11h 37m in total
Change trains at Diva — about 1h 28m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Panchgani to Mahabaleshwar
19 km · ~23m · About 0h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Panchgani
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
19 km · 23m drive from previous stop
Arrive in MahabaleshwarMahabaleshwar, Maharashtra
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Panchgani to Mahabaleshwar
19 km · ~25m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Panchgani
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Panchgani. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Panchgani → Mahabaleshwar
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~19 km
~25m|Tentative fare ₹20–₹100
- Arrive in Mahabaleshwar
Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Panchgani to Mahabaleshwar
Nearest railway stations: Jarandeshwar (about 35 km away) for Panchgani, Diwankhavati (about 26 km away) for Mahabaleshwar.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Table Land, Panchgani
A large flat laterite plateau with views over the valleys.
- 2
Mapro Garden
A garden café famous for strawberry desserts and crushes.
- 3
Venna Lake
A lake with boating and horse rides along its bank.
Viewpoints and back to Aurangabad
Start early for Arthur's Seat and Elephant's Head Point, before the mist rises from the valleys. Visit Old Mahabaleshwar and the Panchganga temple, where five rivers including the Krishna are said to begin. If you have time, the fort of Pratapgad, scene of Shivaji's encounter with Afzal Khan, is 24 km away. Drive from Mahabaleshwar to Aurangabad (about 341 km, 6 hrs 45 min), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Aurangabad. The tour ends here.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Mahabaleshwar to Aurangabad
341 km · ~7h 9m · About 7h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Mahabaleshwar
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near SirurAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
191 km · 3h 49m drive from previous stop
Arrive in AurangabadAurangabad, Maharashtra
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Mahabaleshwar to Aurangabad
341 km · ~7h 35m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Mahabaleshwar
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Mahabaleshwar. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Mahabaleshwar → Aurangabad
AC Seater / Volvo · ~341 km
~7h 35m|Tentative fare ₹380–₹1,000
Usual tea / meal halts: Sirur (~170 km)
- Arrive in Aurangabad
Aurangabad, Maharashtra
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Mahabaleshwar to Aurangabad
Nearest railway stations: Diwankhavati (about 26 km away) for Mahabaleshwar, Aurangabad for Aurangabad.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 11h 45m in total
Change trains at Dombivili — about 1h 1m wait
1 change · 12h 9m in total
Change trains at Diva — about 1h 14m wait
1 change · 12h 15m in total
Change trains at Kopar Road — about 1h 33m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
- 1
Arthur's Seat
A viewpoint over the deep Savitri valley, called the "Queen of Points".
- 2
Panchganga Temple
An old temple at the source of five rivers, including the Krishna.
- 3
Pratapgad Fort (optional)
The hill fort where Shivaji defeated Afzal Khan in 1659.
Tour Overview
Mahabaleshwar, at about 1,350 m in the Sahyadri, and Panchgani, 18 km away, are Maharashtra's favourite hill stations, known for their viewpoints, the source of the Krishna river and their strawberries.
This 2-day, 1-night package starts and ends in Aurangabad. The route runs Aurangabad → Panchgani → Mahabaleshwar → Aurangabad, about 697 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab, train or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Mahabaleshwar Panchgani Tour from Aurangabad
- Table Land, Panchgani
- Mapro Garden
- Venna Lake
- Arthur's Seat
- Panchganga Temple
- Pratapgad Fort (optional)
Inclusions in the Mahabaleshwar Panchgani Tour Package
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Aurangabad for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Mahabaleshwar Panchgani Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
Online booking: pay ₹1,000 per person at the time of booking to confirm your tour (no advance for children under 6). This amount is adjusted against the 20 percent advance below.
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Mahabaleshwar Panchgani Tour
Best time to visit: October–June (strawberry season December–April)
Route: Aurangabad → Panchgani → Mahabaleshwar → Aurangabad (about 697 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Satara and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days.
Hotels: Treebo Hillway Inn Main Market, Mahabaleshwar, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Aurangabad. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹10,380 | ₹6,840 | ₹6,510 |
| 33 Persons | ₹7,880 | ₹6,010 | ₹5,680 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹7,180 | ₹5,410 | ₹5,080 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹6,550 | ₹5,070 | ₹4,740 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹5,310 | ₹4,630 | ₹4,300 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Satara and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days.
Route Map
Top Attractions
Table Land, Panchgani
A large flat laterite plateau with views over the valleys.
Mapro Garden
A garden café famous for strawberry desserts and crushes.
Venna Lake
A serene artificial lake surrounded by lush trees, ideal for boating and enjoying the cool breeze. You can also take a horse ride or walk along the lakeside path.
Arthur's Seat
A viewpoint over the deep Savitri valley, called the "Queen of Points".
Panchganga Temple
An old temple at the source of five rivers, including the Krishna.
Pratapgad Fort (optional)
The hill fort where Shivaji defeated Afzal Khan in 1659.
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
October–June (strawberry season December–April) is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
How to Reach
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 1 night in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Aurangabad for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Things To Do
Sunrise at Arthur’s Seat Viewpoint
Watch the sun rise over the deep Krishna Valley from this iconic cliff, where the panoramic views of the Sahyadri ranges are said to rival those of Scotland. The famous “echo point” here lets you hear your voice bounce back from the valley walls.
1.5 hours
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Light jacket or sweater
- Umbrella or raincoat
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: October–June (strawberry season December–April)
Route: Aurangabad → Panchgani → Mahabaleshwar → Aurangabad (about 697 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Satara and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days.
Hotels: Treebo Hillway Inn Main Market, Mahabaleshwar, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
2 days and 1 night. It starts from Aurangabad on day 1 and you are back in Aurangabad on day 2. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Aurangabad → Panchgani → Mahabaleshwar → Aurangabad. That is about 697 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹6,510 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹4,300 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab, train or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Aurangabad and back. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Satara and back; the train journey is in addition to the 2 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
October–June (strawberry season December–April).
Destinations Covered in This Tour
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