One-day Itinerary: Siddivinyaka Temple and Shirdi Sai Baba Temple through Train in July 2023

  1. 7:00AM: Board Train to Pimple Gurav
    Estimated travel time from Pune Station: 1 hour 15 minutes

    Get ready early morning and board the train to Pimple Gurav station. This station is the closest to the Siddivinyaka Temple, which is our first destination of the day.

  2. 8:30AM: Siddivinyaka Temple
    10 minutes (3.5 km) from Pimple Gurav Station

    Visit the beautiful Siddivinyaka Temple, an ancient temple that is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. You can witness the morning Aarti and seek blessings from the deity. The temple is open from 6:00AM to 11:00AM and from 4:00PM to 9:00PM.

  3. 9:30AM: Breakfast at Cafe Ramroop
    5 minutes (1.9 km) from Siddivinyaka Temple

    Head over to Cafe Ramroop for a quick breakfast. The cafe is known for its delicious South Indian dishes like idli, dosa, and vada. The restaurant opens at 7:30AM and closes at 11:00PM.

  4. 10:15AM: Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
    25 minutes (12.1 km) from Cafe Ramroop

    Visit the famous Shirdi Sai Baba Temple, one of the most popular pilgrim centers in India. Seek blessings from Shri Sai Baba and witness the morning Aarti. Please note, the temple is open from 5:00AM to 10:00PM.

  5. 12:00PM: Lunch at Hotel Sai Snehal
    10 minutes (2.6 km) from Shirdi Sai Baba Temple

    Head over to Hotel Sai Snehal for a delicious lunch. The hotel serves both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food and is famous for its thalis. The hotel opens at 11:00AM and closes at 11:00PM.

  6. 1:00PM: Wet n Joy Water Park
    15 minutes (6.2 km) from Hotel Sai Snehal

    For a fun-filled afternoon, head over to the Wet n Joy Water Park in Shirdi. Enjoy various water rides and activities with your family and friends. The park is open from 10:00AM to 6:00PM.

  7. 6:00PM: Return to Pimple Gurav Station
    Estimated travel time: 1 hour 15 minutes

    After a day full of fun and blessings, return to the Pimple Gurav station and board the train back to Pune Station.

Recommendations

If you have more time in hand, you can visit the nearby Ellora Caves, which are a UNESCO World Heritage site and a marvel of ancient Indian architecture. If you are interested in shopping, you can visit the Laxmi Road Market, which is one of the oldest and busiest markets in Pune. For adventure seekers, you can plan a trek to the nearby Sinhagad Fort or Rajgad Fort. To maximize your fun, plan your itinerary in advance, wear comfortable walking shoes, carry a water bottle, and don't forget to bargain while shopping.

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