Overview

Embark on a soul-enriching tour through Maharashtra, beginning with your arrival in Mumbai. After a restful night, travel to Bhimashankar to visit the revered Bhimashankar Temple. Continue your pilgrimage to Shirdi, home of the Sai Baba Temple, and spend a day immersed in its spiritual atmosphere. Proceed to Shani Shingnapur before exploring the historical marvels of Aurangabad, including the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ellora and Ajanta Caves, as well as the sacred Grishneshwar Temple. Conclude your journey in Nashik, visiting the holy Trimbakeshwar Temple, before returning to Mumbai for your departure. This tour offers a perfect blend of spirituality, history, and cultural exploration across Maharashtra’s sacred and historical sites.

Trip Highlights

Bhimashankar Temple: Visit one of the twelve Jyotirlingas in India, nestled in the lush Western Ghats, offering a blend of spirituality and natural beauty.
Shirdi Pilgrimage: Immerse yourself in the peaceful and spiritual atmosphere of Shirdi, home to the revered Sai Baba Temple, and experience the divine aartis and rituals.
Ellora and Ajanta Caves: Explore these UNESCO World Heritage Sites, showcasing ancient rock-cut architecture, intricate carvings, and murals that date back to the 2nd century BCE.
Trimbakeshwar Temple: Another Jyotirlinga, this temple in Nashik is an important pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Shiva, set amidst picturesque surroundings.
Mumbai Exploration: Conclude your journey with a guided tour of Mumbai, including iconic sites like the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya and the scenic Marine Drive.

Day 1 :

MUMBAI ARRIVAL

Arrival at Mumbai airport
Meet and greet the representative at the airport
Transfer & Check into the hotel & Relax and settle
Overnight stay in Mumbai.

Day 2 :

MUMBAI - BHIMSHANKAR (210KMS, 4-5HRS)

Breakfast at the hotel.
Post breakfast, depart from Mumbai to Bhimshanker
Travel Distance: Approximately 210 kilometers. Around 4-5 hours
Arrival in Bhimashankar. Check into your hotel.
Visit Bhimashankar Temple.
Overnight stay in Bhimashankar.

Day 3 :

BHIMSHANKER - SHIRDI (260KMS, 5-6HRS)

Breakfast at the hotel.
Travel from Bhimshanker by road to Shirdi
Travel Distance: Approximately 260 kilometers.
Travel Time: Around 5-6 hours by road.
Arrival in Shirdi. Check into your hotel.
Visit the Sai Baba Temple complex.
Rest and relax for the day
Overnight stay in Shirdi.

Day 4 :

SHIRDI TOURS

Breakfast at the hotel.
Spend the day in Shirdi, exploring the Sai Baba Temple and nearby complexes.
Full day exploring temples in Shirdi, including Sai Baba Temple, Dwarkamai, and Chavadi.
In the Evening participate in the evening aarti at the temple.
Overnight stay in Shirdi.

Day 5 :

SHIRDI - AURANGABAD (85KMS, 2-3HRS)

Breakfast at the hotel.
Travel to Shani Shingnapur from Aurangabad.
Visit Shani Shingnapur Temple.
Later, proceed to Aurangabad.
Overnight stay in Aurangabad.

Day 6 :

AURANGABAD - ELLORA - AURANGABAD (35KMS, 1 HRS)

Breakfast at the hotel.
Depart for Ellora for the same day tour
Visit Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Explore Grishneshwar Temple, one of the Jyotirlingas.
Return to Aurangabad and relax
In the Evening Leisure time to explore the Aurangabad city on own.
Overnight stay in Aurangabad.

Day 7 :

AURANGABAD - AJANTA - AURANGABAD (100KMS, 2-3HRS)

Breakfast at the hotel.
Drive to Ajanta for the same day tour.
Visit Ajanta Caves, UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Explore the ancient Buddhist cave complexes.
Return to Aurangabad and relax.
Overnight stay in Aurangabad.

Day 8 :

AURANGABAD - NASHIK (190KMS, 4-5HRS)

Breakfast at the hotel.
Depart from Aurangabad to Nashik via road
Travel Distance: Approximately 190 kilometers.
Travel Time: Around 4-5 hours by road.
Visit Trimbakeshwar, one of the Jyotirlingas.
Proceed to Nashik.
Arrival , Check into the hotel.
Overnight stay in Nashik.

Day 9 :

NASHIK - MUMBAI (170KMS, 3-4HRS)

Breakfast at the hotel.
Drive back to Mumbai from Nashik
Travel Distance: Approximately 170 kilometers.
Travel Time: Around 3-4 hours by road.
After arriving, Check inot the hotel and go for a Mumbai guided tour:
Explore Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (formerly known as Prince of Wales Museum), showcasing Indian art and history.
Visit Dhobi Ghat, the famous open-air laundry.
Drive along Marine Drive, also known as the Queen's Necklace
Return to the hotel in the evening.
Overnight stay in Mumbai.

Day 10 :

MUMBAI & DEPARTURE