- Starting from
- Pune
- Duration
- 1 Day
- Distance
- 220 km round trip (approx.)
- Mode
- Private AC cab with driver
- Package rate
- Call for best fare
About This Tour Package
Bhimashankar is the closest Jyotirlinga to Pune, about 110 km away, so a one-day trip is comfortable and popular. The temple is set in a forest sanctuary in the Sahyadri, and the drive through Manchar and Ghodegaon is green and pleasant, especially in monsoon and winter. Families often visit on weekends, and groups combine it with Ozar or Lenyadri.
A typical day starts at 5:30 or 6, with a breakfast stop near Manchar and arrival at Bhimashankar by 9:30. After darshan, you can walk to Gupt Bhimashankar, visit the Hanuman Lake and Nagphani Point, and enjoy the forest air. Lunch is simple vegetarian food, and the return begins by 2 or 3 so that you reach Pune by evening. The total distance is about 220 km.
Because the ghat road is narrow and busy on festival days, an experienced driver helps. Shravan Mondays and Mahashivratri are extremely crowded, so choose another day if you prefer a quiet darshan. In monsoon, fog and rain make the drive slower, so we plan time accordingly.
Highlights of this day trip. Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga; Gupt Bhimashankar; Hanuman Lake and Nagphani Point; forest walks; optional Ozar or Lenyadri; and a comfortable cab for the whole day from Pune.
Travel tips. Wear comfortable shoes. Check darshan timings and festival crowds. Do not feed wildlife. Carry water and snacks. In monsoon, avoid late-evening driving on the ghat.
What is included in your one day Bhimashankar trip. The package is built around a clean air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced driver for the whole tour, pick-up and drop from your home, society or hotel in Pune, and a plan that follows the day-wise itinerary shown on this page. Toll, parking and state tax are normally charged at actuals unless we quote an all-inclusive package. Hotel stay, meals, entry tickets, puja and darshan charges, and personal expenses are not part of the cab package unless specifically mentioned, though we can help arrange them.
Flexibility is one of the biggest advantages of travelling by private cab. For your one day Bhimashankar trip, you can ask for a slower pace, extra time at a temple, an additional sightseeing stop or an early return. Because the vehicle is only for your group, we can adapt the schedule on the way, as long as it is practical and safe. Share your preferences before the trip and we will plan around them.
Choosing the right vehicle saves money and improves comfort. Small groups benefit from fuel-efficient sedans, families from the roomy Ertiga, and VIP or elderly passengers from the Innova Crysta. Larger groups should consider a Tempo Traveller, Urbania or bus, since one vehicle for everyone reduces the cost per person and keeps the group together. For your one day Bhimashankar trip, we guide you honestly instead of pushing a costlier vehicle.
How the fare is decided. The fare for a one day Bhimashankar trip depends on the type of vehicle, the total distance or hours, the date of travel and any waiting or night requirement. Toll, parking and state tax are normally charged at actuals unless we quote an all-inclusive package, and we explain this before you confirm. We do not believe in hidden charges. If you share the full plan on WhatsApp, we can give you a clear quotation, and if the plan changes later, we will tell you how it affects the fare.
How a booking works, step by step. First, you send your requirement on WhatsApp or call us. Second, we reply with the vehicle options and a clear fare for your one day Bhimashankar trip. Third, you confirm, and we share the driver's name, number and vehicle details before the trip. Fourth, the driver reaches the pick-up point on time and calls you. Fifth, after the trip, you can share feedback with our team. This simple process keeps everything transparent and gives you a record of what was agreed.
A careful drive matters as much as a clean car. With our one day Bhimashankar trip, drivers are expected to be punctual, polite and calm in traffic, and to take regular breaks on long runs. Vehicles are serviced regularly to avoid breakdowns, and the interior is wiped and vacuumed before each duty. We also encourage passengers to tell us about special needs such as an elderly traveller, a child seat requirement or heavy luggage, so that the right vehicle and driver are assigned.
Timing matters. Pune's roads are busiest between 9 and 11 in the morning and 5 and 8 in the evening, and weekends see heavy traffic towards the hill stations. If your one day Bhimashankar trip falls in these windows, tell us so that we can plan a safe schedule. In monsoon, ghat roads and fog may slow the trip, and in summer an early start keeps the journey comfortable.
Before you confirm a one day Bhimashankar trip, check four things: the exact vehicle category, the included hours or kilometres, what is extra, and whether the driver details will be shared in advance. Also avoid underestimating Pune traffic, because a plan with no buffer often fails. Finally, tell the company about elders, children or heavy luggage, so that the vehicle and driver are chosen accordingly.
Every customer has different needs. For your one day Bhimashankar trip, you can ask for a particular vehicle type, a preferred driver if you have travelled with us before, an early start, or a plan with multiple stops. We are happy to adjust where we can, and we will tell you honestly if a request is not possible so that you can plan an alternative.
Flexibility matters in travel. For your one day Bhimashankar trip, tell us early if the date, time or number of passengers changes, so that we can adjust the vehicle. Last-minute extensions are possible depending on driver availability, and the extra charge is explained at the time. We prefer to keep the process simple and fair for both customer and driver.
Customers choose Pune Cab Service because we treat every booking as important, whether it is a short city ride or a multi-day tour. Our fleet includes Sedan, Ertiga, Innova Crysta, Scorpio, Tempo Traveller, Urbania and buses, so we can serve groups of any size under one roof. Our office at Pune Airport, helps us respond fast to enquiries and last-minute changes.
To book, call or WhatsApp 7387138753 with your travel date, group size and preferred vehicle, or fill the enquiry form on this page. Pune Cab Service will reply with a clear quotation and a day-wise plan for the one day Bhimashankar trip from Pune.
Tour Itinerary
- 6:00 AM: Pick-up from Pune
- 8:00 AM: Breakfast near Manchar
- 9:30 AM: Reach Bhimashankar, darshan
- 11:30 AM: Gupt Bhimashankar, Hanuman Lake and Nagphani Point
- 1:00 PM: Lunch
- 2:30 PM: Return journey begins
- 6:30 PM: Drop at your home in Pune
Package Inclusions
- AC cab with an experienced driver for the full day
- Pick-up and drop from your home, society or hotel in Pune
- Flexible stops for meals, rest and photos
- Choice of Sedan, Ertiga, Innova Crysta, Scorpio, Tempo Traveller, Urbania or Bus
- Time-wise plan shared before the trip
Not Included
- Toll, parking and state tax at actuals unless quoted all-inclusive
- Meals, entry tickets, puja and activity charges
- Personal expenses
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FAQs
Is a one day Bhimashankar trip from Pune possible?
Yes. Bhimashankar is about 110 km from Pune, so a one day trip is comfortable with a 6 AM start.
How long does it take to reach Bhimashankar from Pune?
The drive takes around 3 to 3.5 hours depending on traffic and the ghat road.
What can we see in a one day Bhimashankar trip from Pune?
Bhimashankar temple, Gupt Bhimashankar, Hanuman Lake and Nagphani Point can be covered.
Can we add Ozar or Lenyadri to a one day Bhimashankar trip from Pune?
Ozar can often be added, but Lenyadri has many steps and may need a longer day.
Which day is best for a one day Bhimashankar trip from Pune?
Weekdays are calmer. Shravan Mondays and Mahashivratri are very crowded.
What is the cost of a one day Bhimashankar cab from Pune?
The cost depends on the vehicle and hours. Send your date and group size for a clear quote.