Maharashtra Tour Packages

Maharashtra tour packages cover Mumbai and the Elephanta Caves, the hill stations of Lonavala, Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani, the Ajanta and Ellora caves, Shirdi and Shani Shingnapur, the Jyotirlingas of Trimbakeshwar, Grishneshwar and Bhimashankar, the eight Ashtavinayak temples, Pandharpur, Tuljapur and Akkalkot, Kolhapur, Matheran, Pune, Satara's Kaas plateau, Igatpuri and Bhandardara, the coast from Alibaug, Kashid and Ganpatipule to Tarkarli, and Tadoba Tiger Reserve. Our itineraries run 3 to 6 days, with standard / 3-star equivalent hotels and breakfast.

Mumbai City Break

2 Nights / 3 DaysMumbai • Gateway of India • Elephanta Caves • Marine Drive

Customizable itinerary

Lonavala and Khandala Weekend

2 Nights / 3 DaysMumbai • Lonavala • Khandala • Karla Caves

Customizable itinerary

Shirdi and Shani Shingnapur

2 Nights / 3 DaysShirdi • Shani Shingnapur

Customizable itinerary

Kolhapur: Mahalaxmi and Jyotiba

2 Nights / 3 DaysKolhapur • Mahalaxmi Temple • Jyotiba • Panhala

Customizable itinerary

Matheran: the Car-Free Hill Station

2 Nights / 3 DaysMumbai • Neral • Matheran

Customizable itinerary

Alibaug and Kashid Beaches

2 Nights / 3 DaysMumbai • Alibaug • Kashid • Murud-Janjira

Customizable itinerary

Igatpuri and Bhandardara

2 Nights / 3 DaysMumbai • Igatpuri • Bhandardara • Arthur Lake

Customizable itinerary

Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani

3 Nights / 4 DaysPune • Mahabaleshwar • Panchgani • Pratapgad

Customizable itinerary

Why choose Maharashtra?

Cave artThe painted caves of Ajanta and the Kailasa temple at Ellora, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

PilgrimageShirdi, Trimbakeshwar, Grishneshwar, Bhimashankar and Kolhapur's Mahalaxmi.

Hills and coastMahabaleshwar and Lonavala in the Sahyadris, and the Konkan beaches and sea forts.

TigersTadoba, Maharashtra's oldest tiger reserve.

Plan your Maharashtra trip

In short: Three days covers Mumbai, Shirdi, Kolhapur or Lonavala; four days covers Ajanta and Ellora or Mahabaleshwar; allow six for the Jyotirlinga circuit or Mumbai to Pune through the hills. October to March is the best time to visit Maharashtra; the monsoon (June to September) is best for the green Sahyadri hills.

How many days are enough for Maharashtra?

Three days covers Mumbai, Shirdi, Kolhapur or Lonavala; four days covers Ajanta and Ellora or Mahabaleshwar; allow six for the Jyotirlinga circuit or Mumbai to Pune through the hills.

Trip length	What it covers	Itinerary
3 days	Mumbai city	Mumbai City Break
3 days	Shirdi and Shani Shingnapur	Shirdi and Shani Shingnapur
4 days	Ajanta and Ellora	Ajanta and Ellora Caves
4 days	Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani	Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani
6 days	Three Jyotirlingas	Three Jyotirlingas of Maharashtra

What is the best time to visit Maharashtra?

October to March is the best time to visit Maharashtra; the monsoon (June to September) is best for the green Sahyadri hills.

Months	Season	What to expect
October – March	Best season	Pleasant and dry for sightseeing, caves and beaches.
April – May	Summer	Hot on the plains; good for Tadoba and the Alphonso mango season.
June – September	Monsoon	The Sahyadri hills are green and full of waterfalls; the coast is rough and boats stop.

How much does a Maharashtra tour cost?

The cost depends mainly on the number of nights, the hotel category, the season and the number of travellers. Ferries, boats, safaris, darshan passes and entry fees are paid locally; flights or trains are quoted separately.

Hotel category and city (Mumbai costs more)
Season and long weekends
Number of travellers sharing a room and vehicle
Safaris, ferries and boats (optional)
Flights or trains

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Which places do Maharashtra packages cover?

Mumbai

The Gateway of India, CSMT, Marine Drive and the Elephanta Caves.

Ajanta and Ellora

Painted Buddhist caves and the rock-cut Kailasa temple.

Shirdi and Nashik

Sai Baba's Shirdi, Panchavati and the Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga.

Mahabaleshwar and Lonavala

Sahyadri hill stations with viewpoints, forts and caves.

Konkan coast

Ganpatipule, Ratnagiri, Malvan and Tarkarli with the Sindhudurg sea fort.

Tadoba

Tiger safaris in teak and bamboo forest.

Things to do in Maharashtra

See the Kailasa temple at Ellora
Walk Marine Drive at sunset
Have darshan at Shirdi
Take the boat to the Sindhudurg sea fort
Watch sunrise at Mahabaleshwar
Go on a tiger safari at Tadoba

Hotels, houseboats and transport

Standard / 3-star equivalent hotels with breakfast, as listed on each package; simple stays near Bhimashankar.

Packages include road transfers and sightseeing as specified. Ferries to Elephanta and Sindhudurg, safaris and boats are paid locally; flights or trains (including the Konkan Railway) are quoted separately.

Who Maharashtra suits

Pilgrims

Shirdi, the Jyotirlingas and Kolhapur.

Families

Mumbai, the hill stations and the Konkan beaches.

Heritage lovers

Ajanta, Ellora, Elephanta and the sea forts.

Travel tips from our team

Ajanta is closed on Mondays and Ellora on Tuesdays.
Elephanta ferries do not run on Mondays or in rough monsoon weather.
Tadoba's core zone is closed on Tuesdays.
The ghat roads are slow and misty in the monsoon.

Frequently asked questions

What is included in Maharashtra packages?

Standard packages include standard / 3-star equivalent hotels with breakfast, transfers and sightseeing by road as specified in the itinerary, and travel assistance. Ferries, boats, safaris, darshan passes and entry fees are paid locally or quoted separately. Each package page lists its exact inclusions and exclusions.

On which days are Ajanta and Ellora closed?

Ajanta is closed on Mondays and Ellora on Tuesdays.

Is the monsoon a good time to visit?

Yes for the hill stations, which are green and full of waterfalls; the coast is rough and boat trips stop.

What is the best time to visit?

October to March.

Can the itinerary be customized?

Yes. Tell us what you need.

Content reviewed 8 Oct 2026 by Holiday Guru Travel.