Maharashtra Tour Package

About Maharashtra

Our Maharashtra Tour Package packages will take you through the most beautiful sites of this Indian state, both in the busy cities and in the serene hill stations and the clean beaches. Maharashtra tour packages include Mumbai, Pune, Lonavala, Mahabaleshwar, Aurangabad, Nashik, Shirdi, Alibaug, Ratnagiri, Nagpur, Kolhapur, and Ajanta Ellora. No matter how big or small a break you need to make over the weekend, we are providing flexible itineraries that include 3-day quick trips, and 12-14 day long holidays.

These Maharashtra holiday packages in India are ideal where families, couples, honeymooners, single travelers, senior citizens, and corporate groups are involved. Our Maharashtra honeymoon packages in India allow couples to visit romantic hill stations, families to visit temples, go on wildlife safaris and have a beach holiday.

The prices of our Maharashtra travel package in India are priced at 12,999 on short trips and 1,25,000 on luxury experiences in accordance to the length of stay, the type of hotel to stay at and the travel inclusions. Included in the packages are comfortable hotels, breakfast daily, sightseeing tours, personal transportation, skilled guides and optional flights. Maharashtra Tour Package can be taken by Special departures of the Maharashtra tour packages with Delhi and Maharashtra tour packages with Kerala and travelling is very easy.

About Maharashtra

Maharashtra is one of the most colorful states in India as it provides an ideal combination of heritage, spirituality, beaches, wildlife, hill stations, and life in modern cities. Whether it is the hectic life of Mumbai or the tranquility of vineyards in Nashik or the prehistoric wonders of Ajanta and Ellora all the travelers will find something unique here. We provide 50+ Maharashtra trip packages in India products, which include budget-friendly tours to the luxury holidays.

Maharashtra vacation package services in India are hotel booking and transportation services, sightseeing tours, visits to temples, adventure tours, and customized tours. Tourists can experience such activities as sunset watching at Marine Drive, trekking in the Sahyadris, visits to the UNESCO heritage caves, Ganesh Chaturthi festivals, beaches on the Konkan coast, and Maharashtrian food.

There are flights to the major Indian cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi, Trivandrum, Kolkata, Ahmedabad and Pune. India offers specially designed Maharashtra trip packages that guarantee an easy process of planning, clear cost articulation, and unforgettable experiences to all kinds of travelers.

What Kind of Tour Fits You?

1. City Tours - Perfect as a first time visitor and it takes in Mumbai, Pune and Nagpur with the most important landmarks and city experiences.

2. Culture & Heritage Tours - Excellent historical sites such as Ajanta-Ellora caves, forts, museums and traditional villages are excellent to visit.

3. Special Season Tours - It specializes in monsoon hill station tours, festival tours such as Ganesh Chaturthi and vineyard seasons in Nashik.

4. Family Tours - A family-friendly tour package that will include temples, wildlife reserves, beaches, and a comfortable hotel.

5. Adventure Tours - Ideal to nature enthusiasts, it has trekking, camping, river rafting and wildlife safaris.

6. Luxury Tours - High end tours including heritage hotels, luxury resorts, personal transfers, and customized meals.

Quick Facts about Maharashtra

• Capital City: Mumbai

• Currency: Indian rupee (INR).

• Language Spoken: Marathi, Hindi, English.

• Time Zone: Indian Standard Time (IST).

• Optimal Time of the year: October to March.

Weather by Season:

• Summer: Hot and dry (March–May)

• Monsoon: Rainy season, fertile vegetation (June to September)

• Winter: Cool and pleasant (OctoberFebruary)

Famous Food: Vada Pav, Misal Pav, Puran Poli.

Top Attractions:

• Mumbai

• Ajanta Caves

• Ellora Caves

• Lonavala

• Mahabaleshwar

• Shirdi

• Alibaug

• Tadoba National Park

Things to Do:

• City sightseeing

• Beach hopping

• Temple visits

• Trekking

• Wildlife safaris

• Wine tasting

• Fort exploration

• Shopping

Food to Try:

• Vada Pav

• Pav Bhaji

• Misal Pav

• Pithla Bhakri

• Modak

• Poha

• Sabudana Khichdi

What to Buy:

• Kolhapuri chappals

• Paithani sarees

• Handicrafts

• Spices

• Silver jewelry

• Warli paintings

Interesting Facts about Maharashtra

1. Mumbai is the capital of Bollywood which is the biggest movie producer in India.

2. Wonders of the World, UNESCO Ajanta and Ellora caves are more than 1500 years old and they have not been destroyed.

3. Longest Coastline - Maharashtra has a coast of more than 700km along Arabian sea.

4. Fort Capital of India - There are over 350 historic forts of the state.

5. Wine Hub - Nashik is the wine capital of India.

6. BSE is the Oldest Stock Exchange in Asia and it is situated in Mumbai.

7. One of the best tiger reserves in India is the Wildlife Rich State - Tadoba.

8. Festive State - Ganesh Chaturthi is observed here with unrivaled magnificence.

Why is Maharashtra Popular Right Now?

1. Natural Beauty- Lush monsoon sceneries and nice winter seasons are tourist attractions.

2. New Attractions Coastal Road developments and eco-tourism projects are in demand.

3. Affordable Packages - Maharashtra holiday packages are also reasonably priced, and therefore affordable.

4. Amazing Food - Street food culture has remained one of the key attractions.

5. Easy Travel - Good road and rail and air transport in the state.

Best place to visit in Maharashtra

1. Mumbai

• Known as Bollywood, colonial architecture and night life.

• Best Time: October–February

• Western Maharashtra Site: Western Maharashtra.

• Best Sights: Gateway of India, Marine Drive, Elephanta Caves, Juhu Beach.

• Special: City that never sleeps.

2. Pune

• Famous in terms of culture, education, and favorable climate.

• Best Time: October–March

• Location: Western Maharashtra

• Best Things To See: Shaniwar Wada, Aga Khan Palace, Sinhagad Fort, Osho Ashram.

• Special: Cultural capital

3. Lonavala

• Well-liked hill station and scenic views.

• Best Time: June–September

• Location: In-between Mumbai and Pune.

• Top Sightseeing: Tiger Leap, Bhushi Dam, Karla Caves, Lion point.

• Special: Monsoon paradise

4. Mahabaleshwar

• Known on strawberries and opinions.

• Best Time: October–June

• Location: Satara district

• Types of places of interest: Arthur's Seat, Mapro Garden, Venna Lake, Pratapgad Fort.

• Special: Cool climate

5. Aurangabad

• Gateway to ancient caves.

• Best Time: October–March

• Location: Central Maharashtra.

• Best Sightseeing: Ajanta Caves, Ellora Caves, Bibi Ka Maqbara, Daulatabad Fort.

• Special: Heritage hub

6. Shirdi

• Large spiritual resort.

• Best Time: October–March

• Location: District of Ahmednagar.

• Best Things To Do: Sai Baba Temple, Dwarkamai, Chavadi, Lendi Baug.

• Special: Pilgrimage center

Do Indians Need a Visa for Maharashtra?

No, Indians do not require a visa to travel to Maharashtra. Being an Indian state, visitors are allowed to move freely with an authentic photo ID by the government. The foreign nationals visiting Maharashtra must have an Indian tourist visa, which typically lasts between 30 days and 1 year, based on the nationality. The processing of visas usually takes 3-7 working days. One may apply online using the Indian e-Visa portal. The documents required are passport, photographs, travel details and accommodation proof.

How to Get to Maharashtra

Maharashtra is a well connected state in India. It has direct flights to Delhi, Kochi, Trivandrum, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad. Large airports also comprise Mumbai (BOM), Pune (PNQ), Nagpur (NAG), Aurangabad (IXU), and Nashik (ISK). The flight time between Delhi and Mumbai is approximately 2-2.5 hours. IndiGo, Air India, Vistara, Akasa Air, and Spice Jet are some of the airlines that fly between Maharashtra and Delhi and Maharashtra and Kerala, making Maharashtra Tour Package from Delhi and Maharashtra tour packages from Kerala very convenient.

Must visit places in  Maharashtra.

1. Gateway of India

• An ancient structure located at the Arabian Sea.

• Contact Information: Apollo Bunder, Mumbai.

• Timing: Open all day

• Activities: Ferry tours, sightseeing, photography.

• Why Visit: Iconic landmark

2. Ajanta Caves

• Prehistoric Buddhist cave art.

• Location: Aurangabad district.

• Timing: 9 AM – 5 PM (Closed Monday)

• Activities: Cave touring, photography.

• Why Visit: UNESCO heritage

3. Ellora Caves

• Rock-cut temples of three religions.

• Address: Near Aurangabad

• Timing: 9 AM – 5 PM

• Activities: Guided tours, study of architecture.

• Why Visit: Kailasa Temple

4. Marine Drive

• Scenic coastal promenade.

• Address: South Mumbai

• Timing: Open all day

• Activities: Evening walks, views at the sunset.

• Why Visit: Queen’s Necklace

5. Shirdi Sai Baba Temple

• Major pilgrimage site.

• Address: Shirdi, Ahmednagar

• Time: Early morning to late night.

• Activities: Darshan, prayers

• Why Visit: Spiritual peace

6. Mahabaleshwar Viewpoints

• Panoramic hill views.

• Address: Satara district

• Timing: Daytime

• Excursions: Sightseeing, photography.

• Why Visit: Natural beauty

7. Tadoba National Park

• Famous tiger reserve.

• Location: Chandrapur district.

• Time: Morning and evening safaris.

• Activities: Wildlife safari

• Why Visit: Tiger sightings

8. Alibaug Beach

• Clearing and serene beach resort.

• Address: Raigad district

• Timing: Open all day

• Enterprises: Seabathing, water sports.

• Why Visit: Relaxation

9. Bibi Ka Maqbara

• Mini Taj Mahal of Deccan.

• Address: Aurangabad

• Timing: 8 AM – 8 PM

• Activities: Sightseeing

• Reason to Visit: Mughal architecture.

Top activities in Maharashtra.

• City Sightseeing: Tour in Mumbai and Pune.

• Hill Station Getaways Relax in Lonavala and Mahabaleshwar.

• Beach Hopping – You can visit Alibaug, Tarkarli and Ganpatipule.

• Temple Tours -Shirdi, Trimbakeshwar and Bhimashankar.

• Wildlife Safari-see tigers in Tadoba.

• Hiking -Sahyadri ranges and forts.

• Nashik Vineyards Wine Tasting.

• Street Food Tours India, Mumbai food walks.

• Cultural Events and festivals Ganesh Chaturthi.

What’s New in Maharashtra

• Mumbai Coastal Road -Mumbai- Recently opened scenic drive.

• Nashik Wine Park Expansion- Nashik- New tasting zones.

• Sindhudurg Tourism Circuit – Konkan -Ahead of time.

• Eco-Resorts Tadoba Chandrapur New luxury Stays.

• The Heritage Walks in Pune – Pune -Newly-toured places.

Maharashtra Adventure Activities.

• Trekking -Sahyadris -Best: October-February.

• River Rafting Kolad: Best: June -September.

• Camping Lonavala: Best: Winter.

• Paragliding -Kamshet -Best: October-May.

• Scuba Diving: Tarkarli: Best: NovemberMarch.

• Rock Climbing -Satara -Best: Winter.

• Jungle Safari- Tadoba -Best: February-May.

Best Restaurants in Maharashtra.
Restaurants

1. Leopold Cafe -Mumbai- Must have chicken cutlet.

2. Britannia & Co. -Mumbai-Berry pulao.

3. Vaishali Pune south Indian thali.

4. Mapro Garden -Mahabaleshwar - Fresh strawberry desserts.

5. Little Italy -Pune-Vegetarian Italian food.

Street Food

1. Vada Pav -Spicy potato fritter.

2. Pav Bhaji Butter-laden vegetable mash

3. Misal Pav- hot curry and farsan.

4. Bhel Puri – Tangy snack

5. Modak – Sweet dumpling

Shopping in Maharashtra

Shopping Areas

1. Colaba Causeway Mumbai Clothes, accessories, souvenirs.

2. Crawford Market -Mumbai- Spices, fruits, dry fruits.

3. Fashion Street, Mumbai -Cheap clothes.

4. Laxmi Road -Pune-Traditional wear.

5. Tulsi Baug Pune Jewelry, home products.

6. Local Bazaars Kolhapur -Footwear, handicrafts.

Shopping Tips

• Carry cash for local markets

• Bargaining is common

• Shops open 10 AM – 9 PM

• UPI widely accepted

• Purchase genuine Paithani sarees in official shops.

What Is the Cost of a Maharashtra Trip?

• Budget: 15 -30,000 (low-end hotels, transportation, etc.)

• Mid-range: 35,000-70,000 (3 and 4 star hotels, tourism)

• Luxury: 80000 and above (top hotels, personalized transfer)

Cost Breakdown

• Flights: ₹3,000 – ₹15,000

• Hotels: ₹1,500 – ₹12,000 per night

• Food: ₹800 – ₹2,000 per day

• Transport: ₹500 – ₹2,000 per day

• Activities: ₹1,000 – ₹5,000

Money Saving Tips

• Travel in off-season

• Book packages early

• Use public transport

• Choose combo tours

• Eat local food

Top 10 Travel mistakes to avoid in Maharashtra

1. Ignoring monsoon weather

2. Excessive packing to hilly areas.

3. Omission of prior hotel reservation.

4. Low estimation of travelling time.

5. Missing local food

6. Failing to carry cash in the countryside.

7. Overcrowded peak weekends

8. Not respecting temple rules

9. Avoiding local guides

10. Poor itinerary planning