Planning a 20 one day trip near Pune list for the weekend? From hill stations and forts to lakes, caves and temples, Pune sits in the middle of some of Maharashtra's best short getaways. Cab Service Pune offers clean AC cabs with experienced drivers, so you can enjoy the view while someone else handles the ghat roads.
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20 One Day Trip Near Pune – Complete Guide
Pune is a rare city where you can leave after breakfast and be at a fort, a waterfall or a hill station before lunch. This guide lists 20 one day trip near Pune ideas, each reachable by road, with approximate distances and a quick tip. Cab Service Pune runs these day trips from Viman Nagar with clean AC cars and drivers who know the ghat roads.
Distances and times below are rough and depend on traffic, season and your starting point. Check current timings and entry rules for any fort, temple or park before you go.
How to Use This List of One Day Trips
Short trips of about 30 to 70 km suit families with children and elders. Trips of 100 km or more are better with an early start. If you want to see two places in a day, pick neighbours, such as Karla with Lonavala or Theur with Ranjangaon.
1. Sinhagad Fort
About 35 km from the city, this is the classic quick escape. Start early, walk or drive up as conditions allow, and enjoy the view over the Sahyadri ranges. Weekends get crowded, so weekday mornings are calmer.
2. Lonavala and Khandala
Roughly 65 km away, Lonavala is the favourite monsoon and winter getaway. Viewpoints, lakes and the ghat section make it easy to spend a day without a plan. Expect heavy traffic on rainy weekends.
3. Lohagad Fort
Near Malavli, around 70 km from Pune, Lohagad rewards a moderate climb with sweeping views. Wear grippy shoes, especially after rain, and carry water. The steps are well known, but the stone gets slippery.
4. Karla and Bhaja Caves
These ancient rock-cut Buddhist caves lie close to Lonavala, roughly 60 km out. Combine them with the nearby Ekvira Devi temple or with a Lonavala lunch. Check current timings and ticketing before you go.
5. Panshet Dam Backwater
Around 50 km southwest, Panshet offers calm water, green hills and picnic spots. It is a fine choice for a relaxed day with kids. Water sports availability varies, so confirm before arrival.
6. Mulshi Lake
Mulshi is about 45 to 55 km from Pune and shines in the monsoon, when mist covers the road. Drive slowly, take photo breaks and keep to safe places near water. Swimming in unknown water is not advised.
7. Tamhini Ghat
The scenic road from Mulshi towards the Konkan is known for monsoon waterfalls and green slopes. It makes a lovely drive rather than a destination. Avoid heavy-rain days and never stop on blind curves.
8. Pawna Lake
Roughly 60 km from Pune, Pawna is popular for lakeside sunsets and group outings. Carry snacks and a light jacket for the evening breeze. It suits friends' groups well, in a Tempo Traveller or Ertiga.
9. Lavasa
About 60 km west, Lavasa is a planned hill town built around Varasgaon lake. Treat it as a scenic drive and walk rather than a full-blown attraction. Check what is open on the day.
10. Bhor and Rohida Region
Around 55 km south, the old town of Bhor has a historic palace and quiet lanes, with forests and river views nearby. It is a good slow day trip for people who prefer villages to crowds.
11. Jejuri Khandoba Temple
About 50 km southeast, the hilltop temple of Khandoba is visited by devotees from across the state. Expect steps and crowds on festival days. Dress modestly and carry your ID.
12. Pratibalaji Temple, Ketkawale
This Balaji temple in the Purandar area, southeast of Pune, is a short and peaceful drive. It combines easily with Jejuri on the same day. Check current darshan arrangements before leaving.
13. Ashtavinayak Stops: Theur, Ranjangaon and Ozar
You cannot complete all eight Ashtavinayak temples in a day, but you can visit two or three. Theur and Ranjangaon are close to Pune, while Ozar and Lenyadri sit near Junnar, around 90 to 100 km away.
14. Bhimashankar
One of the Jyotirlingas, Bhimashankar lies about 110 to 120 km northwest, amid forest. Plan for around three hours each way. Start by sunrise on weekends because queues build up fast.
15. Raigad Fort
The capital of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj lies roughly 125 km away, near Mahad. It is a long drive, so leave very early. The ropeway and steps both have their fans, so check what is running.
16. Mahabaleshwar
At about 120 to 130 km, Mahabaleshwar is a long but doable day. Visit Venna Lake, Arthur's Seat and the strawberry stalls. Get an early start, as ghat traffic builds on weekends.
17. Panchgani
Roughly 100 km southwest, Panchgani is quieter than its famous neighbour. Table Land and the sunset points are the highlights. You can pair it with Mahabaleshwar if you start at dawn.
18. Kaas Plateau (Seasonal)
Near Satara, around 130 km away, Kaas is known for wildflowers after the monsoon. The season is short and visitor rules apply, so confirm bloom status and entry booking before planning.
19. Alibaug
Around 140 to 150 km by road, Alibaug is the beach option from Pune. It works best as a long day, with beach stops such as Kashid or Nagaon. Plan the return drive before dark.
20. Matheran and Bhandardara
Matheran is a vehicle-free hill station, so the cab stops at the Dasturi Naka side near Neral and you continue on foot, horse or hand-rickshaw. Bhandardara is farther north and better as an early-start day or an overnight.
Choosing the Right Cab for Your Day Trip
With Cab Service Pune, a Swift Dzire is comfortable for two to three people. Families of five or six prefer an Ertiga, and an Innova Crysta suits longer ghat drives. Larger groups can ask for a Tempo Traveller or Force Urbania. Toll and parking are normally charged at actuals unless an all-inclusive package is quoted.
Tips for Any Day Trip Near Pune
Our drivers at Cab Service Pune suggest the following habits for every outing.
- Leave by 6 or 7 am to beat traffic and crowds.
- Avoid ghat sections in very heavy rain and drive slowly.
- Carry water, snacks, sunscreen and ID.
- Dress modestly at temples and wear sturdy shoes at forts.
- Keep a buffer for the return so you do not drive tired.
Plan Your 20 One Day Trip Near Pune With Us
Whichever of these one day trips you pick, Cab Service Pune can build the plan around your group, from pickup in Viman Nagar to the last stop. Call or WhatsApp 7888117999 with your date, group size and favourite spot, and we will share the fare before the trip.
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FAQs – 20 One Day Trip Near Pune
Which is the nearest one day trip from Pune?
Sinhagad Fort, Theur and Panshet are among the closest, usually within about one to two hours by road. They suit families who want a relaxed day without a very early start.
Can I visit Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani in one day?
It is possible with a very early start, as the two are fairly close together. The drive from Pune is long, so many travellers prefer to stay overnight if they want to relax.
What is the best time for one day trips near Pune?
Monsoon and early winter are popular for waterfalls, forts and hill drives. Summers suit temples and early-morning outings. Kaas Plateau is seasonal, so check bloom and entry rules.
Can I do Ashtavinayak temples in one day?
Visiting all eight in a day is not realistic. A cab can cover two or three nearby temples comfortably, such as Theur and Ranjangaon, or Ozar and Lenyadri together.
How is the fare for a day trip decided?
The fare depends on the vehicle, the route and the number of hours or kilometres. It is shared before the trip. Toll and parking are normally charged at actuals unless an all-inclusive package is quoted.
How do I book 20 One Day Trip Near Pune?
Send your pickup point, date, time and number of passengers on WhatsApp (7888117999) or fill the enquiry form. We confirm the vehicle and fare quickly.
Is toll included in the fare?
Toll, parking and state tax are normally extra at actuals unless you choose an all-inclusive package. We confirm this before the trip.