Maharashtra Tour Packages

Why Book Maharashtra Holiday Package from Namaste India Trip?

At Namaste India Trip, we plan each Maharashtra trip around your dates, start city and budget. Our services include:

• 24/7 customer support service

• Licensed vehicle with professional driver

• Help with VIP Darshan passes where the temple trust offers them

• Guided tours

• Hotels as per the itinerary

• Wheelchair assistance and other arrangements for people with mobility issues, on request and subject to what each site allows

Choose from Our Best Maharashtra Tour Packages List

Here are our main Maharashtra tour packages. Prices are starting prices per adult. You can customise your travel package as per your needs.

Maharashtra packages from Mumbai cover the city, Lonavala, Shirdi, Nashik and the Jyotirlinga temples. From Pune, the Pune Nashik Weekend Tour is the easiest start. Packages from Nagpur cover the city and nearby hill and forest trips, and the Ajanta Ellora tour begins at Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.

Maharashtra Trip Cost

Our Maharashtra packages start at ₹8,500 per adult for a 2-day trip. Most 3-day packages cost ₹10,900 to ₹15,650 per adult, and the 5-day Jyotirlinga route starts at ₹22,500.

The final price depends on your travel dates, hotel category, vehicle type and group size. Before you pay, check whether your quote covers train or flight tickets to the start city, monument entry tickets, safari permits and GST.

Sample Maharashtra Trip Plan

These two plans show how the days usually work out. We adjust the order to your dates and the closed days of each monument. The longer plan is a custom route that joins two of our shorter packages.

3 to 4 Days: Mumbai, Nashik and Shirdi

6 to 7 Days: Mumbai, Nashik, Shirdi, Ajanta and Ellora

Best Time to Visit Maharashtra

Here is a season-wise guide to the best time to visit Maharashtra with family and friends.

Peak Tourism Season: October to February (Winter)

Temperature: 12°C to 30°C

• These months are best for sightseeing, trekking, beach visits, vineyard tours and jeep safaris in tiger reserves such as Tadoba.

• You can also enjoy festivals like Diwali, Christmas, New Year, the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival and the Pune International Film Festival in these months.

Monsoon: June to September

Temperature: 19°C to 30°C

• You will see heavy rainfall, but the beauty of nature is at its peak. This is the favourite season for Lonavala, Khandala and Mahabaleshwar.

• You can enjoy monsoon treks, waterfalls, Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations and local monsoon food. Ghat roads can be slow in the rain, and the core zones of Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve close for the monsoon, usually from 1 July to 30 September. Some buffer zones stay open.

Summer: March to May

Temperature: 23°C to 39°C

• The weather is hot and humid in these months, which makes sightseeing uncomfortable for kids and senior citizens. Nagpur and the Vidarbha region regularly cross 42°C in May.

• You can visit hill stations in these months to escape the heat of the plains.

Nashik Kumbh: the Simhastha Kumbh Mela at Nashik and Trimbakeshwar begins with flag hoisting on 31 October 2026. The main Amrit Snan dates announced by the Maharashtra government are 2 August 2027, 31 August 2027 and 11 to 12 September 2027. Expect heavy crowds and higher hotel rates in Nashik around these dates.

Best Places to Explore in Maharashtra on Your Trip

According to the Ministry of Tourism, Maharashtra recorded about 3.7 million foreign tourist visits in 2024, the highest among Indian states (source). Here are some of the most popular places to explore in Maharashtra. Most of them are covered in our travel itineraries.

Mumbai

• Known as the City of Dreams, Mumbai comes first in the list of top travel destinations in Maharashtra. It suits family holidays, romantic getaways and short city breaks.

• Explore the Gateway of India, Marine Drive and markets like Chor Bazaar and Colaba Causeway. Elephanta Caves are about 10 km away by ferry and are closed on Mondays. You can also visit Bollywood studios and film sets.

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad)

• Known as the "City of Gates", Aurangabad is now officially called Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. It has kept its Mughal and medieval history intact. Bibi Ka Maqbara, Daulatabad Fort (16 km), Ellora Caves and Grishneshwar Temple (30 km) and Ajanta Caves (about 104 km) are the main attractions.

• Ajanta is closed on Mondays and Ellora on Tuesdays, so plan them on separate days. With extra time, you can also visit Jayakwadi Dam, Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary and Goga Baba Hill for bird watching and scenic views.

Nashik

• Nashik is famous for its sacred sites and cultural experiences. Trimbakeshwar Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, is 28 km from the city. Saptashrungi Devi Temple at Vani, a revered Shaktipeeth, is about 60 km away.

• You will also see Panchavati, a sacred site associated with Lord Rama's exile. For scenic views, visit Anjaneri Hills on the Trimbakeshwar road. Nashik is also known for its vineyards.

Shirdi

• Shirdi is the town of the Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir and one of the most visited pilgrimage places in Maharashtra. It is about 90 km from Nashik and 240 km from Mumbai by road.

• Shirdi has its own airport and the Sainagar Shirdi railway station, so it is easy to combine with Nashik and Trimbakeshwar.

Pune

• Pune's lively culture and heritage attract all kinds of travellers. Visit Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple, Aga Khan Palace and Sinhagad Fort. Lonavala and Khandala are a short drive away, and Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga is about 125 km from the city.

• To experience the local culture and traditions, you can plan your Pune sightseeing tour during Ganesh Chaturthi or the Pune Festival.

Kolhapur

• Kolhapur has a rich heritage. The city is known for Panhala Fort, New Palace and the pilgrimage sites of Shri Mahalaxmi Temple, Jyotiba and Kopeshwar.

• You can also trek to the forts of Vishalgad and Panhala. Panhala Fort is one of the 12 forts of the Maratha Military Landscapes of India, added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2025. Kolhapur can be added to your itinerary on request.

Lonavala

• Lonavala is a good choice for family outings. This hill station sits at 624 m, about 65 km from Pune and 84 km from Mumbai by road, and offers history, adventure and relaxation close to nature.

• It is located in the Sahyadri range, which is known for misty hills, waterfalls, forts and caves such as Karla and Bhaja.

Mahabaleshwar

• Mahabaleshwar is a hill station at 1,353 m, about 120 km from Pune by road. It is known for strawberry farms and valley viewpoints such as Arthur's Seat.

• Panchgani and Pratapgad Fort are close by and fit into the same trip.

Nagpur

• Nagpur is the main city of the Vidarbha region and the start point of our Nagpur packages.

• Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve, the largest national park in Maharashtra, is about 140 km from Nagpur. The exact distance depends on the safari gate. Core zones are closed on Tuesdays and buffer zones on Wednesdays.

Jyotirlinga Tours in Maharashtra

Trimbakeshwar near Nashik, Bhimashankar near Pune and Grishneshwar at Ellora are three of the 12 Jyotirlingas. Our 3-day Jyotirlinga Yatra covers Bhimashankar and Trimbakeshwar from Mumbai.

The 5 Jyotirlinga package also covers Grishneshwar, Aundha Nagnath and Parli Vaijnath. Many devotees count Aundha Nagnath and Parli Vaijnath among the twelve, while others identify them with Nageshwar near Dwarka and Baidyanath at Deoghar.

Darshan timing is decided by each temple. Queues are longest on weekends, festival days and Mondays in the month of Shravan.

Best Things to Do in Maharashtra on Your Trip

These activities can be added to your itinerary. Tell us which ones you want when you ask for a quote.

Paragliding

• Paragliding gives you aerial views of the Sahyadri range, hills and valleys. Kamshet near Lonavala and Panchgani are the best known places to try it.

Trekking

• The Western Ghats and the Sahyadri mountains offer the best trekking trails in Maharashtra. The most popular is the Kalsubai Peak trek. At 1,646 m, Kalsubai is the highest peak in Maharashtra.

• You can also try the heritage trail to Rajmachi Fort, which passes through dense forests and waterfalls.

Beach and Water Sports

• Enjoy adventure and relaxation along the Arabian Sea coastline of Maharashtra.

• Try jet skiing, banana boat rides, parasailing, snorkelling and kayaking with your family, and explore heritage forts like Kolaba Fort near Alibaug. Water sports usually stop during the monsoon.

Wildlife Safari

• Explore the wildlife of Maharashtra. You may spot Bengal tigers, Indian leopards, sloth bears, Indian bison, deer and a variety of birds.

• The most popular places for a jeep safari are Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve and Pench, both reached from Nagpur. Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary near Pune is known for the Indian giant squirrel.

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How to Reach Maharashtra

Maharashtra is well connected to other major Indian cities by air, train and road. Here is an overview of how to reach Maharashtra.

Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI) began commercial flights on 25 December 2025 and international flights on 15 July 2026. Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (IXU) and Shirdi (SAG) also have airports.

Flight and train times above are approximate. Check the current schedule before you book tickets.

By road: inside the state, the Mumbai-Pune Expressway and the 701 km Samruddhi Mahamarg between Mumbai and Nagpur make road travel faster. The Samruddhi Mahamarg has cut the Mumbai to Nagpur drive to about 8 hours.

Distances Between Popular Places

Top Travel Tips for Memorable Holidays in Maharashtra

• Plan your visit: Plan your Maharashtra visit during the peak tourism season to enjoy culture, festivities, heritage sightseeing and adventure activities. The best time to visit Maharashtra is from October to February.

• What to pack: Pack according to the season and your planned activities. Carry comfortable walking shoes, sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen), modest clothes for temple visits, personal medicines, ID, cash and chargers.

• Be safe: Don't visit less frequented areas after dark. If you wish to explore offbeat destinations, hire a local guide.

• Mix your itinerary: Maharashtra is culturally diverse, so include a mix of UNESCO sites, beaches, hill stations and adventure parks. The UNESCO World Heritage Sites here are the Ajanta, Ellora and Elephanta caves, CSMT station, the Victorian Gothic and Art Deco buildings of Mumbai and the Maratha forts.

• Check closed days: Ajanta and Elephanta are closed on Mondays and Ellora on Tuesdays.

• Dress modestly: Dress modestly in religious places and cover your shoulders and knees. Some shrines also ask you to cover your head.

• Licensed guides: Hire licensed guides at heritage sites. They know the local history, culture, offbeat locations and festivals.

How to Book Your Maharashtra Tour Package

1. Pick a package from the list above, or tell us your dates, start city and group size.

2. Call or WhatsApp +91-9711616316, or email info@namasteindiatrip.com. We send you an itinerary with the price.

3. Ask for any changes in hotels, number of nights or places covered.

4. Confirm the booking with the advance payment. Our how to book and payment guide pages explain the steps.

Please read the cancellation and refund terms in our terms and conditions before you pay.