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WEEK LONG HOLIDAYS
Amboli:
Snuggling coyly, in the southern ranges of the Sahyadri hills, Amboli at an altitude of 690 m is the last mountain resort before the.... More Info >>
How to Reach:
Road: Nagpur is 1048 Km.
Rail: The most convenient railhead is Sawantwadi, 28 Km on Konkan Railway. Catch a Konkan Railway train from Mumbai or Bhusaval.
Air: Nearest airport is Belgaum, 64 km.
Where to Stay:
Amboli Green Valley Resort
Amboli
Check In:12 Noon
Check Out:12 Noon.
Recommendations:
Amboli is stunning during and late monsoon.Tarkarli, Vengurla, and Sindhudurg are nearby attractions which could also be covered in the same trip.
Trakarli:
Situated 6 Km south of Malvan and 1056 km away from Nagpur on the coast of Maharashtra is Tarkarli. The mojar attraction here is the long and narrow stretch of beach, with its pristine water. On a clear day, you can see the sea bed through a depth of 20 ft..... More Info >>
How to Reach:
Road: 1056 Km State tarnsport buses play from Mumbai, Kolhapur, Pune to Malvan and from Malvan to Tarkarli. Rickshaws are also available from Malvan. Distance from Malvan to Tarkarli is 7 Km
Rail: Kudal is nearest railhead 45 Km on Kokan Railway. Catch a Konkan Railway train from Mumbai or Bhusaval.
Air: Nearest Airport is Kolhapur 160 Km away. One can also land at Dabolim airport (Goa).
Where to Stay:
MTDC Holiday Resort, Tarkarli
Check In: 10:30 AM
Check Out: 09:00 AM.
MTDC's Sagareshwar Resort, Vengurla
Check In: 9:00 AM
Check Out: 9:00 AM
Recommendations:
One can plan 4-5 day long trip to Tarkarli. One can slso cover Vengurla, Sindhudurg and Amboli are nearby attractions.
Ganpatipule:
Ganapatipule is one of the most spectacular beaches along the Konkan Coast – an idyllic getaway that attracts peace-seekers, beach lovers, and pilgrims alike. The temple of Swayambhu (self-originated) Ganesh is much frequented by thousands every year..... More Info >>
How to Reach:
Road: Nagpur-Ganapatipule (via Nashik-Pune-Satara) is 1183 Km. Kolhapur-Ganaptipule is 144 Km.
Rail: The nearest railhead is Bhoke, on the Konkan Railway. However, Ratnagiri is more convenient. Catch a Konkan Railway train from Mumbai or Bhusaval.
Air: The nearest airport is Kolhapur, serviced by Kingfisher Red.
Where to Stay:
MTDC Holiday Resort, Ganpatipule
Check In:10:30 AM
Check Out:09:00 AM.
Recommendations:
There are lot of things around Ganpatipule, Velneshwar, Pawas, Ratnagiri are to name a few. You can also plan a week end trip if you just want to see Ganpatipule.
Toranmal:
Tucked away in the Satpuda Mountains at an altitude of 1461 m., Toranmal is one of the most peaceful places on earth. And when you are tired of plain lazing, you could visit the beautiful Yashwant Lake, Seetha khali or any of the charming temples of olden days....More Info >>
How to Reach:
Road: Nagpur-Toranmal via Akola, Bhusaval, 590 Km. Dhule-Toranmal, 128 Km. State Transport buses ply from Dhule, Nandurbar and Shahada to Toranmal.
Rail: Nearest railhead is Nandurbar, 76 Km on Surat-Bhusawal line of Western Railway. A more convenient railhead is Dhule, 128 Km.
Air: Nearest airport is Nagpur.
Where to Stay:
Privatized Resort of MTDC, Toranmal
Recommendations:
Ideal location for those who enjoy more when they are away from city crowds.
Harihareshwar:
The town of Harihareshwar is known for its tranquil and picturesque beach and is also famous for the temple of Harihareshwar...... More Info >>
How to Reach:
Road: Nagpur-Harihareshwar, 935 km via Aurangabad-Pune. Shriwardhan-Harihareshwar, 20 Km.
Rail: Nearest railhead is Mangaon, 65 Km.on Konkan Rly.
Air: Nearst airport is Mumbai. 215 Km.
Where to Stay:
MTDC Holiday Resort, Harihareshwar
Check In:10:30 AM
Check Out:09:00 AM.
Recommendations:
One can plan a weekend/three day trip to Hariharashwar.One could also visit Shriwardhan, Murud-Jangira, Diveagar. If you can spare a day it would be worth wathcing Raigad Fort.
Mahabaleshwar:
Soaring peaks, breathtaking valleys. Lush flora. Cool, crisp mountain air. This is Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra’s most popular hill station, and once the summer capital of the Bombay Presidency during the British Raj.....More Info >>
How to Reach:
Road: Nagpur-Mahabaleshwar, 896 km via Aurangabad-Pune. Buses play regularly between Nagpur-Pune and Pune-Mahabaleshwar.
Rail: Nearest railhead is Wathar, but Pune is considered to be more convenient.
Air: The nearest airport is Pune, 120 km.
Where to Stay:
MTDC Holiday Resort, Harihareshwar
Check In:10:30 AM
Check Out:09:00 AM.
Hotel Five Hills, Panchgani
Check In:09:00 AM
Check Out:09:00 AM.
Recommendations:
You can also visit the places like Panchgani, Pratapgad, Tapola etc.
Murud-Janjira:
Murud-Janjira is the local name for a fort situated at the coastal village of Murud, in the Raigad district of Maharashtra. It is famous for being the only fort along India's western coast that remained undefeated despite Maratha, Dutch and English East India Company attacks.
How to Reach:
Road: Nagpur is 908 Km via Aurangabad-Ahmadnagar-Chakan-Khopoli..
Rail: The nearest railhead is Roha on Konkan Railway.
Air: Mumbai is the nearest Airport.
Where to Stay:
Privatized Resort of MTDC, Murud-Janjira
Recommendations:
Murud-Janjira is a good destination with many beaches around. One can organise a week long trip which can include Harihareshwar and Raigad fort also.
Raigarh:
Raigarh was Shivaji’s capital, the hill fort where he was crowned (1674 AD) and where he died (1680 AD). Strategically situated on an irregular wedge-shaped mass of rock, detached from the main body of Sahyadri Mountains by a deep valley and inaccessible from three sides..... More Info >>
How to Reach:
Road: Raigarh is 810 km from Nagpur and 27 km north of Mahad.
Rail: Raigad is best accessable by road.
Air: Nearest Airport is Pune.
Where to Stay:
MTDC Holiday Resort, Raigad
Check In:10:30 AM
Check Out:09:00 AM.
Recommendations:
Raigarh is Paradise for History lovers.
Matheran:
Your toy train chugs along slowly without a care in the world. During the two hour ascent, food vendors and monkeys jump on and off as the valley glides by sedately.......More Info >>
How to Reach:
Road: Nagpur-Matheran, 825 km. State Transport buses play from Nagpur to Pune and Pune to Neral.
Rail: A meter gage train oprates between Matheran and Neral. Matheran toy train is famous.
Air: Mumbai is the nearest Air Port.
Where to Stay:
MTDC Resort, Karla
Check In:10:30 AM
Check Out:09:00 AM
Recommendations:
Best destination to enjoy Monsoon. Malshej Ghat and Kalsubai the highest peak of Sahyadri Range is very close.
SHORT BREAK
Ajanta-Ellora:
Ajanta and Ellora are the pride of Maharashtra. The rock-cut caves of both these sites are world famous and illustrate the degree of skill and artistry that Indian craftsmen had achieved several hundred years ago. Ajanta dates from 100 B.C. while Ellora is younger by some 600 years....More Info >>
How to Reach:
Road: Nagpur Aurangabad is about 500 Km. Ajanta is 109 Km from Nagpur.
Rail: Aurangabad is the best rail head for Ajanta and Ellora.
Air: Aurangabad is well connected with all major cities of India.
Where to Stay:
Ajanta: MTDC Hotel at Ajanta-a choice of single (2 blocks) and double (2 blocks) rooms.
Check In: 10:30 AM
Check Out: 09:00 AM
Fardapur: Self-contained (1 block-14 beds) Fardapur (Kanhaiya Kunj self contained rooms (12blocks) group. Accommodation ( 2 block 18 beds).
Check In: 10:30 AM
Check Out: 09:00 AM
Ellora: It is recommended that tourists stay at Nagpur.
MTDC Resort Nagpur
Check In: 09:00 AM
Check Out: 09:00 PM
Recommendations:
There are a lot of things which you could see around Nagpur. Ghrishneshwar, Lonar, Devgiri Fort are some of the beautiful places around.You can plan a week long trip for Nagpur. A short break of a weekend could also be planed.
Chikhaldara:
Featured in the epic, the Mahabharata, this is the place where Bheema killed the villainous Keechaka in a herculean bout and then threw him into the valley. It thus came to be known as Keechakadara -- Chikhaldara is its corruption. But there's more to Chikhaldara.... More Info >>
How to Reach:
Road: Chikhaldara is 342 km from Nagpur. Regular ST buses connect Chikhaldara to Amravati, Nagpur, Wardha, Akola and other cities
Rail: The nearest railhead is Badnera on the Central Railway branch line, 110 Km
Air: Nearest airport is Nagpur, 230 km.
Where to Stay:
Resort Mayura, Chikhaldara
Recommendations:
Once can also visit Melghat (Project Tiger), Kolkhaj very close by the Hillstation.
Note: Resort Rooms are currently under Renovation.
Malshej Ghat:
Malshej Ghat holds special value for hikers, trekkers and adventure lovers. The nature here is at its best. No wonder then that the most exotic migratory flamingoes choose it as their monsoon abode......More Info >>
How to Reach:
Road: Nagpur-Malshej Ghat, 233 Km.
Rail: Nearest railhead is Kalyan.
Air: Nearest airport is Mumbai, 154 km.
Where to Stay:
MTDC Resort, Malshej
Check In:01:30 Noon
Check Out:12:00 Noon.
Recommendations:
Best destination to enjoy Monsoon. Bhandardara and Kalsubai the highest peak of Sahyadri Range is very close.
Trimbakeshwar:
The village of Trimbak, 36 Km from Nashik, is famous for the Trimbakeshwar Temple and as the source of the Godavari River. Trimbakeshwar enshrines one of the 12 Jyotirlingas dedicated to Shiva and this one is considered to be the main jyotirlinga........More Info >>
How to Reach:
Road: Nagpur is about 715 Km.
Rail: Nearest railhead is Nashik, 44 Km on Central Railway.
Air: Nearest airport is Mumbai.
Where to Stay:
Trimbakeshwar Resort - Hotel Sanskruti
Below given Accomodation Facilities are available:
- Deluxe Room A/C
- Standard Room
Phno: 0250 - 2282086, 2281410
Shirdi:
Shirdi is the abode of one of Maharashtra's most revered saint -- Sai Baba of Shirdi. Popularly known as the 'Child of God', Sai Baba preached tolerance towards all religions and the message of universal brotherhood......More Info >>
How to Reach:
Road: Nagpur-Shirdi is 618 Km.
Rail: Kopergaon is the nearest rail head.
Air: Nearest airport is Aurangabad.
Where to Stay:
Shirdi Pilgrims Inn
Check In:01:30 PM
Check Out:12:00 Noon
Lonar:
Situated on the outskirts of Loanar town in Buldhana District, the Lonar Crater was first discovered in 1823 by British officer, J.E. Alexander. It is also written about in ancient scripts like the Skanda Puran, the Padma Puran and the Aaina-i-Akbari.......More Info >>
How to Reach:
Road: Lonar-Nagpur, 145 Km.
Rail:Nearest railhead is Malkapur on the Mumbai-Bhusawal line.
Air: Nearest airport is Nagpur.
Where to Stay:
MTDC Resort, Lonar
Check In:10:30 AM
Check Out:09:00 AM
Ghrishneshwar:
Just half a kilometre from the Ellora Caves is Ghrishneshwar Temple. It enshrines one of the 12 Jyotirlingas dedicated to Shiva. The temple walls are richly sculptured. Both the temple and its masonry tank were built by Queen Ahilyabai Holkar, who ruled Indore from 1765 to 1795.......More Info >>
How to Reach:
Road: Aurangabad is about 500 Km from Nagpur. Ghrishneshwar Temple is 28 Km from Aurangabad.
Rail: Aurangabad is the best rail head for Ghrishneshwar.
Air: Aurangabad is the nearest Air Port.
Where to Stay:
MTDC Resort Nagpur
Check In:09:00 AM
Check Out:09:00 PM
It is recommended that tourists stay at Nagpur.
Recommendations:
There are lot of things which you could see around Nagpur. You can plan a week long trip for Nagpur. A short break of a weekend could also be planed.
WEEKEND DESTINATIONS
Tadoba:
Often referred to as "The Jewel of Vidharba", the Tadoba National Park lies in the district of Chandrapur in the north-eastern part of Maharashtra Located in the heart of a reserved forest, it is an infinite treasure trove of innumerable species of trees and plants......More Info >>
How to Reach:
Road: Nagpur-Tadoba, 140 Km. Nearest main bus stand is Chandrapur and Chimur (32 km).
Rail: The nearest railway station is Chandrapur (on the Delhi-Chennai main line) 45 Km away.
Air: The nearest airport is Nagpur (140 km via Umrer, Bhisi and Chimur).
Where to Stay:
Tadoba,
Moharli, Dist. Chandrapur
Check In:01:30 PM
Check Out:12:00 Noon
Pench National Park:
The Pench National Park and Tiger Reserve extends over an area of 257 sq. km. in the lower southern reaches of the Satpura hill ranges, along the northern boundary of Nagpur District. It was declared a National Park by the Government of Maharashtra in 1975 and received the official status of "Tiger Reserve of India" in February 1999......More Info >>
How to Reach:
Road: Nagpur-Pench is about 70 km. Ramtek, 35 Km by bus has a regular bus service to Pench National Park.
Rail:Nagpur is the nearest railway station approximately 70 Km away.
Air: Nagpur is the nearest airport approximately 70 Km away.
Where to Stay:
Tadoba,
Pench Sillari Resort
There are lot of other Senturies located near Nagpur.....More Info >>
PICNIC/EXCURSION
There are a lot of picnic spots around Nagpur....More Info >>
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