“Should we hire a big bus or a smaller, more flexible vehicle like Tata Winger?”
I will tell you with full heart—better to hire Tata Winger From Pune, especially when you are going into hilly regions and narrow roads.
Why, saar? I’ll explain now.
When it comes to planning a trip to a hill station, everyone thinks of hiring a big bus, isn’t it? But wait — for small to mid-size groups, Tata Winger rental is the real game-changer, especially for hill station travel near Pune and across Maharashtra. We at PuneTours.com strongly recommend Winger over large buses, and let us tell you why.
Winger is not just another van — it’s a comfortable, spacious, and fuel-efficient travel partner for the hilly terrain. Whether you are planning a short weekend getaway or a full family vacation to the hills, Winger suits every plan. No unnecessary turning trouble, no steep hill struggle — just smooth and relaxed travel.
Why Tata Winger Is Best for Hill Stations
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Comfortable for 9 to 13 People
Tata Winger comes with various seating options— Tata Winger 9 seater, 10 seater, 12 seater, 13 seater, 15 seater. With bucket seats or captain seats, full push-back, AC and non-AC options—you can travel with family, friends, or even colleagues very comfortably. -
Ideal for Hill Roads
Big buses like 45 seater or 49 seater Volvo may face difficulty in sharp turns and ghat sections. But Tata Winger? Like goat on mountain, handles tight corners, narrow roads, and steep climbs very easily. -
Better Mileage, Less Cost
Winger gives excellent mileage, so your trip becomes budget-friendly. You save on diesel and toll charges compared to large buses. -
Can Access Remote Locations
Many hill stations have small roads where big buses are not allowed. But Tata Winger will go till doorstep—no tension of walking with luggage. -
Available with Driver in Pune
From Pune, you can hire Tata Winger easily through PuneTours.com with driver, all permits, and clean, well-maintained vehicle.
Top Hill Stations Near Pune (Perfect for Tata Winger Trip)
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Lonavala & Khandala – 65 km
Most popular weekend spot with Bhushi Dam, Tiger Point, Rajmachi Fort. -
Mahabaleshwar – 120 km
Famous for strawberries, Mapro Garden, Venna Lake, and cool climate. -
Panchgani – 110 km
Close to Mahabaleshwar, perfect for family trip, beautiful viewpoints. -
Malshej Ghat – 120 km
Waterfalls, trekking, and misty roads, perfect for nature lovers. -
Lavasa – 60 km
Italy-style hill city, boating, restaurants—best for romantic couples. -
Bhimashankar – 110 km
One of the Jyotirlinga temples in hilly terrain—great spiritual journey. -
Matheran
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Distance: 120 km
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Best for: Trekking, horse rides, toy train
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What to see: Panorama Point, Charlotte Lake
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Winger takes you till Dasturi car point; enjoy toy train from there.
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Bhandardara
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Distance: 170 km
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Best for: Nature lovers, waterfalls, camping
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What to see: Wilson Dam, Randha Falls, Arthur Lake
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Winger gives peaceful ride across countryside and forest routes.
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Top Hill Stations in Maharashtra – All Covered with Tata Winger
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Igatpuri
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Distance: 240 km
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Best for: Peace, Vipassana Center, monsoon magic
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Winger’s AC feature helps a lot during summer and smooth ride in rains.
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Malshej Ghat
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Distance: 140 km
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Best for: Monsoon trip, misty valleys
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What to see: Harishchandragad Fort, Pimpalgaon Joga Dam
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Steep roads are no problem with Winger’s stability.
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Chikhaldara
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Distance: 600+ km (Amravati District)
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Best for: Wildlife and cool weather
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What to see: Melghat Tiger Reserve, Bhimkund
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Long-distance ride in Winger gives full comfort and no leg pain.
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Toranmal (Nandurbar District)
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Distance: 450 km
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Best for: Tribal culture and scenic beauty
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Great for family and devotional groups — smooth journey in Winger guaranteed.
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Amboli (Sindhudurg)
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Distance: 350 km
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Best for: Rainy season, waterfalls
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Take a trip with Winger and explore Konkan greenery tension-free.
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Winger Rental from Pune – Ideal Use Cases
You can hire Winger for:
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Family vacations to hill stations
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Pre-wedding shoots at scenic locations
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Devotional yatras to Bhimashankar or Trimbakeshwar
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Corporate off-site retreats in Lonavala or Lavasa
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Monsoon getaway with friends
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Honeymoon trips to Mahabaleshwar or Matheran
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Movie shooting trips in hilly locations
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Airport or railway pickup/drop for group travellers
Booking Tata Winger with PuneTours.com
Our Tata Winger vans are:
✅ Clean and sanitized
✅ Well-maintained
✅ Driven by professional hill-experienced drivers
✅ Available in AC and non-AC versions
✅ GPS-enabled with music system
We also offer Thar Roxx on rent in Pune, suitable for movie shoots, weddings, birthday parties, corporate pickup/drop, and more. Check out our vehicle gallery on PuneTours.com.
Final Thoughts
Hill stations are to be enjoyed — not worried over traffic, gear shifting, or parking problems. Instead of going for a huge bus, try Tata Winger rental from PuneTours.com. You will thank yourself after a relaxed and enjoyable journey.
Just give us a call or book online — Your hill station trip deserves the comfort of Winger!