Maharashtra Tour

The land where glorious history meets rapid development, where colonial edifices vie with prehistoric temples, where misty hill stations connect with buzzing metros, where sandy beaches give way to dense forests, and where Bollywood dreams rule the roost- welcome to Maharashtra, an invigorating potion of nature, culture and heritage.

Major Destinations of Maharashtra

Major Attractions

• Gateway of India
• Elephanta Caves
• Marine Drive
• Juhu Beach
• Haji Ali Dargah
• Siddhivinayak Temple
• Sanjay Gandhi National Park
• Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya

Major Attractions

• Ajanta Caves-30 Buddhist caves dating from 2nd to 5th century, example of fine sculpture and paintings of that era.
• Ellora Caves- 34 Buddhist & Jain caves dating from 6th to 10th century.
• Biwi Ka Maqbara- a near replica of the Taj Mahal often called Dakkhani Taj (Taj of the Deccan)
• Daulatabad Fort- Ancient fortification near Daulatabad

Major Attractions

• Ram Kund Ghat- It is believed that Lord Ram performed the death rituals of his father on at this place.
• Kala Ram Temple
• Pandavleni Caves- 24 Buddhist caves dating back to 1st and 6th century BC
• Triyambakeshwar Temple- This Shiva temple located 30kms from Jhansi is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas.
• Wineries of Nashik- Wine tourism and tasting, Sula Vineyard, etc

Major Attractions

• Sai Baba Temple
• Hanuman Temple / Maruti Mandir
• Khandoba Temple

Hill Stations in Maharashtra
The Western Ghats of Maharashtra are home to picturesque and beautiful hill stations that act as quick getaways from its major cities. Lonavla, Khandala, Matheran, Panchgani, and Mahabaleshwar are some of the famous hill destinations that come alive during monsoons.

Fairs and Festivals of Maharashtra

• Gudi Padwa- Maharashtrian New Year as per the lunar calendar
• Gokul Ashtami- Lord Krishna’s Birthday
• Ganesh Chaturthi- Celebrating Maharashtra’s favorite deity- Lord Ganesha
• Ellora Festival- Celebrating the cultural heritage of Maharashtra
• Kala Ghoda Art Festival- An art & culture festival in the art district of South Mumbai.

Shopping in Maharashtra
Maharashtra’s traditional handicrafts include Paithani sarees, exquisite Warli paintings, colorful Kolhapuri Sandals, Mashroo & Himroo fabrics from Aurangabad, and intricate metal work or Bidriware.

Food in Maharashtra
Pohe- flattened rice recipe, Misal Pav- lentil curry and Pav Bread, Vada Pav- Pav stuffed with potato cutlet, Pithla Bhakri- powered lentils dish served with Bajra flatbread, Sabudana Khichdi- Sago pearls dish, Bharli Vangi- stuffed eggplant, Aamti- Lentils preparation, Shrikhand- creamy yogurt and Puran Poli are some of the iconic delicacies of Maharashtra

Best Time to Visit
This warm state by the Arabian Sea is best visited in winters from October to March. However, monsoons months in Maharashtra from June-September are the best to visit its many hill stations.

How to Reach
By Air- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai connects Maharashtra to all major cities across the globe.
By Rail- Maharashtra is connected to the rest of the country by a network of Indian railways.
By Road- Maharashtra is connected to major Indian cities by a network of well-built highways & roads.