By Air
Khandala doesn't have an airport of its own. The nearest domestic airport near Khandala is located in Pune (64 km) and the nearest international airport is in Mumbai (110 km). All the major domestic airways offer their services at both these airports. So, people traveling to Khandala via air have to board a flight either till Mumbai or till Pune, and then avail local modes of transport to reach the place. International tourists can travel till Mumbai, and then easily avail Khandala-bound taxis, buses or private cars from the Mumbai airport.

By Train
The nearest railway station for reaching Khandala is located at Lonavala. Lonavala, being located on the Mumbai-Pune rail route, has various express and local trains that shuttle play till these two cities. It takes three hours to reach Lonavala from Mumbai and about an hour from Pune. The journey to Khandala from Lonavala is feasible by availing any of the local modes of transport or even on foot, as it takes only 15 min to cover the distance. Some of the daily express trains that pass through Lonavala are:

• Mumbai-Pune Deccan Express
• Mumbai-Pune Deccan Queen
• Mumbai-Pune Sihangad Express
• Mumbai-Pune Pragati Express
• Mumbai-Pune Indryani Express

By Road
The roadways that connect Khandala to Mumbai and Pune are excellent and well-maintained. Moreover, the Mumbai-Bangalore National Highway passes through it, which makes it readily accessible from these cities and nearby areas. Various state-operated buses (AC, Deluxe, Non-Deluxe) are easily available from Mumbai and Pune, for getting to Khandala. Private tour operators also provide luxury/non-luxury bus and taxi services to reach the place. The travel time to reach Khandala from Pune by bus is about 2½ hrs, while it takes around 4 hrs to reach the place from Mumbai.

Best Timae to visit khandala

The best suitable time to visit & experience Khandala is between the months of October and May. In monsoon season, it will be preferable if you do not visit Khandala.

Places to visit in Khandala:

Tiger's Leap

It is one of the most fascinating places in this area. If someone carefully observes the valley from this point, it will appear as if a tiger is leaping into the valley. Thus, the place has been named as Tiger's leap. Special arrangements have been made for the tourists to view the panoramic site of the valley, i.e. via the safe confines of a big hole from this point. Moreover, for an enthralling experience, throw a stone from this point and see it topple down the valley and get destroyed. 

Amrutanjan Point
Amrutanjan point is yet another point located high up in Khandala. It provides excellent view of the places nearby. As there is a lot of flat space available here, the point is a well suited location for an enormous sight of the valley as well as the Duke's Nose. Besides, you can also see the city of Khopoli from here. It is situated at the end of the first slope, as you enter Khandala.

Duke's Nose
Duke's Nose is a cliff here, which has been named after the Duke Wellington, as he had a pointed nose, which the cliff resembles. However, it is also known as "Nagfani" (Hood of Snake), as it also looks like the hood of a snake. Duke's Nose can be easily reached from INS Shivaji and Kurwande Village. Apart from its scenic beauty, it also attracts visitors with its mountain climbing trails.

Reversing Station
Reversing Station once belonged to the Railways, but now remains deserted and unused. It lies outside tunnel no. 26, on the rail route. The nearby regions and the city of Khopoli are visible from here. It presents an eye catchy site at night, when it is illuminated with hundreds of lights that bring it to life. 

Karla and Bhaja Cave
Karla and Bhaja Caves are historical rock cut caves, situated at a distance of 16 km from Khandala. They are one of the main attractions here, due to their enormous antiquity and beauty. Located amidst hills, their origin dates back to the 2nd century. These caves belong to the Hinayana sect of Buddhism and are one of the finest examples of rock cut caves in India.

Bhushi Lake
Bhushi Lake situated in Khandala is the ideal spot for all those who wish to relax in the lap of Mother Nature. Its serene and tranquil surroundings and crystal clear water provides immense opportunities for the tourists to rest in peace.

Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum:

Location: Pune, Maharashtra

Displays: Vast Collection Of Paintings, Handicrafts, Armour-Suits, Musical Instruments And Many Other Objects Of Art

Significance: Contains The Collections Of Dedicated Lover Of Indian Art, The Late Dinkar Kelkar

Architecture: Rajasthani Style

Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum in Pune houses an enormous number of over 20,000 collections of objects and artifacts collected from all over the world. Built in a Rajasthani-style, the museum has a vast collection of paintings, handicrafts, armour-suits, musical instruments and many other objects of art.The galleries give the onlooker a clear depiction of the life and culture of the Marathas. The museum contains the collections of dedicated lover of Indian art, the late Dinkar Kelkar. He has spent almost 60 untiring years traveling and purchasing objects form the remotest villages and towns of India. Kelkar's passion and sense of humor are reflected in every item of the collection, and his contribution to the study and preservation of art has already become a legend.

Galleries In The Museum
The museum is divided into 36 sections and confines its collections to the arts of everyday life: pots, lamps, containers, nutcrackers, pen stands and like - objects that one would find in the homes of the village landlord, the farmer, the merchant and shopkeeper. It also has a display of 17th century lamps and other articles belonging to Mughal and Maratha periods. A masterpiece of the museum is the 'Mastani Mahal' that was erected here in its original site.The entrance of the ground floor gallery displays carved doors and windows along with their panels and frames. These are set in such a way that they give you a feeling of being just in front of the then existing house from where the particular doors have been collected. A huge section of the museum occupies the Vanita Kaksha - the women's parlor giving an insight to the lives led by the women during that period.

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Mahableshwar – 2 Nights  and Lonavala & Khandala– 2 Nights
 Package for 4 Nights and 5 Days
 Itinerary :  
Day  One : Arrive at Pune,Bus station / Railway station meet and proceed  to Mhabaleshwar  on arrival  check in to the Hotel  and Local sight seeing overnight stay in the Hotel
 
Day Two :  Morning after breakfast proceed to Local sight seeing in and around  Mahabaleswar. Overnight stay at Hotel.
 
Sightseeing places in Mahabaleshwar :  
Mahabaleshwar, is named after Lord Shiva also called Lord Mahabali, enshrined at the Gokarna temple in the form of a self-originated lingam, shaped like a rudraksha, and considered to be the most sacred amongst the other twelve jyothirlingams.
Points & Waterfalls:
Mahabaleshwar is known for its many points which offer panoramic views. There are as many as 30 viewpoints, named after notable Britishers within close range. Accessibility of these points is largely by foot or vehicles.  Some of the most popular points you could visit are:
Lodwick Point
Located at an altitude of 1,240 m, it is named after General Lodwick, who is said to have been the first to set foot on this point in 1824.
Temples:
For some religious sightseeing, visit the famous Krishna Temple also called Panchaganga Temple. Panchaganga means five rivers, which according to Hindu mythology are the holy rivers of Krishna, Venna, Koyna, Savitri and Gayatri, which flow nearby. While the shrines situated here date back to the prehistoric period, the temple itself was built in the 13th century by a Yadav King, and was further restored in the 16th century and then in the 19th century.
 
The other temple to visit is the Hanuman Mandir, nearby. This temple also has the Samadhi of the 16th century sage Sant Rama Dassa.
The other temples to visit are Sri Rama Temple and Mahabal Temple in Old Mahabaleshwar.
Connaught Peak.
 The second highest point is the Connaught Peak. Between it and Wilson's Point are other minor points such as Helen's Point, Gaolani Point, and Babington Point. To the south of Babington Point is the Chinaman waterfall, followed by Falkland, Carnac and Bombay Points 
Day Three :  After morning after breakfast, check out from Mahabaleshwar  and drive to Lonavala on arrival  Chek in to the Hotel. After that proceed to sight seeing in and around  Lonavala and Over night stay at Hotel.
 
Day Four  :  After morning after breakfast proceed to sight seeing in and around  Lonavala & Khandala and Over night stay at Hotel. 

Visit Lonavala & Khandala
Best time to visit Lonavala & Khandala You can come here any time of the year, especially in winter, from October to April. Summer temperatures reach a maximum of 36° C and touch minimum temperatures of 12° C in winter. .
Sights to see in Lonavala & Khandala : Numbered amongst the many local attractions are forts, caves and lakes. The rock escarpments in the hills provided vantage positions for fortresses and fortifications of the powerful Maratha kingdom established by Shivaji. The imposing Rajmachi Fort can be approached only on foot as it sits surrounded by deep valleys on three sides and a thick forest on the fourth. Other equally impressive forts are the Manoranjan Fort, Shrivardhan fort, Visapur Fort, Lohagad Fort and the Tunga Fort with arsenals and guardhouses.
 
Day Five : Morning After breakfast, check out from hotel and proceed to Pune  Bus station or Railway station for your  return Journey  to Hyderabad.
 
 

Lohagad Fort
Lohagad Fort or the Iron Fort is certainly one of the most spectacular sightseeing spots in the twin hill stations of Khandala and Lonavala. The narrow, zig zag steps leading up to the fort are estimated to be about 500 in number. Enveloped in a rich historical past, the fort was said to be used by Chatrapati Shivaji and other dynasties which ruled Maratha and Vidharbha kingdoms. 

Rajmachi Fort
Elegantly located between Khandala and Lonavala, the Rajmachi fort offers mesmerising views of the valley below and the surrounding Sahyadri Range. A small trek leads one to this long standing fort. Starting from Tungrali Lake, the trekking trail leads you to the fort standing on Shrivardhan and Manaranjan Peaks. 

The small fort was built to overlook the activities in the Konkan area and offers a panoramic view of Rajmachi. After a short but tiring trek, the first few glimpses of your surroundings will simply amaze you. Spend some time here and explore the fort while taking in the fresh air and abundant greenery.

Korigad Fort
Located close to Pune, Korigad fort is thronged by tourists all through the year. Considered to be one of the most popular sightseeing spots, the fort is certainly a must visit for its architecture. 

The climb to the fort is quite scenic and promises to be worth the effort once you reach your spot. The fort comprises of two lakes which spell serenity and a number of small temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Shiva. Even though the fort was recently renovated, some parts of this historic fort are still in ruins. It is said that the fort was included in the Maratha kingdom by Shivaji along with other forts like Tikona and Lohagad. 

 Tikona fort

One of the most popular sightseeing spots around Lonavala and Khandala, Tikona fort also known is 'Triange fort' is a must visit for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. The fort, once a part of the Maratha kingdom, was an important center of various activities of the Pauna Mawal. The fort comprises of numerous tanks and lakes, which served as the main source of water in earlier days. The fort also encloses within it the famous Trimbakeshwar Mahadev temple along with enchanting archaic Buddhist and Satvahan caves.