It is one of the beautiful hill stations near Mumbai and it has been considered as a best picnic spot for a day or two. This is Asia's only pedestrian hill station that is situated at around 2,636 feet above sea-level in the Western Ghats, which is 22 kilometers from Karjat. It can also be said as Walker's Paradise for evergreen forests and good places for trekking. Matheran is also famous for 'Chikki Land' for jaggery with nuts, channa, peanuts etc.
Places to Visit :
Panorama point:
Famous for the view of sunrise, this point overlooks the spectacular panoramic beauty of Sahyadri ranges.
Echo point:
As the name suggests, this point is famous for echo of one's voice. You can hear and feel the reverberations of your voice, even as the clouds pass over your head.
King George Point:
One of the most frequently visited points during the monsoon, it presents a beautiful view of the waterfall overflowing from Charlotte Lake.
Porcupine Point:
This point is famous for sunset view.
Louisa Point:
Situated on a plateau it offers magnificent views of the ruined forts, Prabal and Vishalgarh.
Lake Charlotte:
It is the main source of drinking water in the hill station. It is famous for the view of dam at one end of the lake. It is also famous for the main Hindu temple, the Pisarnath Mandir.
Mount Barry:
It is one of the spots with highest altitude, offering a breathtaking view of the ghats and villages. It is close to the Governor's hill.
Other points include Monkey Point, Alexander Point, Hart Point, Coronation Point, Chowk Point, etc. |
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Accommodation for 02 nights / 03 days on twin sharing basis.
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Fixed menu / buffet breakfast, all meals (veg).
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Swimming pool, gymnasium, badminton, table tennis and indoor games are available.
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Health club facilities are chargeable.
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Hotel's other complimentary services.
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Any kind of personal expenses or extra meals ordered.
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Anything not specifically mentioned under the head "Package includes"
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Tips, insurance, laundry, phone calls,Guide or Entrance Fees to monuments, museum, Camera fee, soft or hard drinks & starters etc.
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The services of vehicles is not included on leisure days & after finishing the sightseeing tour as per the itinerary.
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Any increase in taxes or fuel, leading to an increase in surface transportation & land arrangements which may come into effect prior to departure.
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Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides, road blocks etc (to be borne by the clients directly on the spot).
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Remarks: Fundoo Vacations holds the right to change the airline/hotel and travel date (any point of time before the departure of the tour, alternate options will be advised in case this happens). Surcharges might be applicable in case the dates fall under any events or trade fairs.
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GST Extra as Applicable
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