This captivating itinerary offers a comprehensive exploration of Lonavala and its surrounding areas, showcasing the region's natural beauty, historical significance, and cultural landmarks. The journey begins at Rajmachi Garden, providing stunning views of Shivaji Maharaj's fort and the surrounding valley. Visitors then explore Ryewood Park, an extensive garden featuring ancient trees and a historic Shiva temple. During the monsoon season, the tour includes a stop at the picturesque Lonavala lake waterfall, known for its scenic beauty and popular street food offerings. The adventure continues with a visit to Tiger's Point, a cliff-top with breathtaking views and a fascinating legend tied to Maratha king Shivaji. Other highlights include the serene Bhushi Dam, the panoramic Lion's Point overlooking deep valleys and mountains, and the spiritually significant Shree Narayani Dham Temple. The itinerary also features Tungarli Lake, a British-era dam that comes alive during the monsoon, and concludes at Shooting Point in Khandala, offering spectacular views of Rajmachi Fort. This well-rounded tour provides a perfect blend of natural wonders, historical sites, and cultural experiences, making it an ideal way to discover the charm and diversity of Lonavala and its environs.
Lonavla Hill Station Highlights Tour Itinerary
Rajmachi Point is located about 6.5 km from Lonavla. This point commands a view of Shivaji maharaj's fort, Rajmachi (Royal terrace) and the surrounding valley. Regular State Transport buses ply between Rajmachi Point and Lonavla from the State Transport Bus Stand. The Vaghjai Dari is also located here.
This is an extensive garden situated in Lonavla. The garden has a number of tall trees - some of which are very old. There is an old Shiva temple in the park.
(This spot is only visited in the monsoon season as it is the best time to view the waterfall) Lonavla Lake is surrounded by natural scenery, about 1.6 km from the town. The lake dries up during the winter and summer months offering an expanse of green grass which is used by walkers and joggers. This place attracts tourists for its street food, including convenience food items like smoked corn on the cob, shaved ice (gola), vada pav, chaat, and hot ginger tea.
Tiger's Leap also known as Tiger's Point is a cliff-top with a sheer drop of over 650 m, giving an extensive view. Buses are available up to INS Shivaji and the remaining distance of about 1.6 km has to be covered on foot. Legend has it that while being chased by a tiger once, the Maratha king Shivaji jumped into a ditch on the hill and the tiger leaped off it into the valley giving it the name of tiger's leap.
A waterfall near the dam is located between Lonavla and I.N.S. Shivaji. Buses running on the I.N.S. Shivaji Road stop here.
Narayani Dham is a temple constructed in 2002 in honor of the Hindu Goddess Narayani. It is at a distance of 2 km from the Lonavla Railway Station. The temple has idols of Durga Mata, Salasar Balaji (Hanuman) and Ganpati housed in a marble structure.
This lake and Dam comes to life during the Monsoon season, where some people climb the mountain top to the Dam. This dam was built during the British era and features a serene surrounding of trees and hillocks.
Another viewpoint in the town of Khandala (Bazaar peth), provides views of the Rajmachi Fort and the valley. Also the home for the St. Mary's villa.
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