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Old Pune heritage walk with local snacks

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Old Pune heritage walk with local snacks — Cultural & heritage things to do in Pune

Three-hour guided walking tour through Old Pune — visit Shaniwar Wada, Dagdusheth temple, six local snacks, with insights from a Pune-born guide.

A three-hour walking tour exploring the historical heart of Old Pune. This small group experience, limited to 8 participants, takes you through key landmarks including Shaniwar Wada and the Dagdusheth Halwai temple, where you'll enjoy a modak — Lord Ganesh's favourite sweet.

You'll also visit the Bhausaheb Rangari Bhawan, significant for its role in the inception of the public Ganesh festival in 1892, a unique element not featured in most tours. Taste also a mastani at Gujjar Mastani, one of the originators of this popular Pune dessert. Wear comfortable shoes for walking in the old lanes and enjoy a personalized glimpse of the city from a local perspective.

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What's included in this experience?+
• Admission costs • Bottled water available during the walk • Three designated food and beverage stops: a modak, a tea or coffee break, and a mastani • Local English-speaking guide from Pune for the entire 2 - 3 hour walk
What's NOT included?+
• Transportation to and from the hotel (meeting location provided 24 hours in advance, usually close to Shaniwar Wada) • Extra food, beverages, or snacks outside of the designated stops • Tips for the guide (welcome but not obligatory)
What should I know before booking?+
• There are public transport alternatives accessible in the vicinity • Infant seats tailored for safety are provided • Appropriate for individuals of any fitness level
What's the cancellation policy?+
To receive a full refund, cancellations must be made at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure time.
What's the itinerary?+
• The itinerary starts at Shaniwar Wada, a fort palace from 1732, where the history of the empire that ruled much of India will be shared. • Next, visit Lal Mahal, the childhood home of Shivaji Maharaj, where the origins of the Maratha empire are narrated. • Explore Bhausaheb Rangari Bhawan, a significant site where the public Ganesh festival tradition began in 1892, which is rarely included in other tours. • Continue through the lively streets to Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple, known as one of India's esteemed Ganesh temples. • Enjoy a shopping experience at Tulsi Baug Market, renowned for its colorful selection of traditional Maharashtrian sarees, jewelry, handicrafts, and antiques, where you can find unique items and mementos. • Treat yourself to an iconic Pune specialty, the mastani, a rich blend of milkshake and ice cream, perfect for cooling off. • Conclude at Pune's picturesque Victorian-era market hall, where you can observe everyday local life, surrounded by spice merchants, fabric sellers, and the historic stone arches over 130 years old.

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