Morning: Arrive in Shirdi and check into your hotel. Begin the day with a visit to the famous Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir, the main temple dedicated to Sai Baba.
Afternoon: After lunch, explore the serene Dwarakamai, where Sai Baba spent much of his life, and visit the Chavadi where he used to stay on alternate nights.
Evening: Spend the evening at Shani Shingnapur Temple nearby, known for its unique open shrine and zero theft policy.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to Nashik (approx. 3 hours). On arrival, visit the Trimbakeshwar Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Afternoon: Post lunch, explore the Sula Vineyards for a relaxing vineyard tour and wine tasting experience.
Evening: Walk along the scenic Godavari River ghats and witness the beautiful evening river view at Ramkund.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the Kalaram Temple and Cosmic Museum to immerse yourself in local culture and mythology.
Afternoon: Have lunch and then head to the Pandavleni Caves to explore the ancient Buddhist rock-cut caves dating back to 1st century BCE.
Evening: Return to hotel, relax, and prepare for your return journey.
Find HotelsTotal Estimated Cost: ₹2250 (excluding food and accommodation)
To extend your trip, consider spending an extra day around Nashik’s vineyards and explore more of the local wine culture or nearby natural waterfalls. For a shorter trip, focus on just Shirdi’s spiritual sites and skip the vineyard tour and Pandavleni Caves to save time.