2‑3 Day Spiritual Journey: Mumbai → Osiyan → Khattu Shyam → Salasar Balaji (2 Oct 2025)

Day 1: Arrival in Osiyan & Exploration

Morning: Board the 10:30 AM Rajdhani Express from Mumbai Central to Jodhpur (approx. 15 h). Enjoy onboard meals and scenic views of Gujarat and Rajasthan.

Afternoon: Arrive at Jodhpur Railway Station, then take a pre‑booked taxi (≈ 2 h) to the historic town of Osiyan. Check into a comfortable guesthouse and freshen up.

Evening: Stroll through the serene lanes of Osiyan, visiting the famous Shri Raghavendra Swamy Temple and the ancient Jain Temple complex. Conclude with a simple dinner of Rajasthani thali at a local dhaba.

Day 2: Pilgrimage to Khattu Shyam Temple

Morning: After a hearty breakfast, depart by shared jeep (≈ 3 h) to the pilgrimage town of Khattu Shyam in Rajasthan’s Bikaner district. Upon arrival, offer prayers at the revered Khattu Shyam Temple.

Afternoon: Explore the surrounding market, sampling regional sweets like “Mawa Barfi”. Visit the nearby Gurudwara Shri Guru Nanak Darbar for a glimpse of local interfaith harmony.

Evening: Return to Osiyan, stopping at a scenic desert vista for sunset photography. Enjoy a relaxed dinner at the guesthouse and share experiences with fellow travelers.

Day 3: Salasar Balaji & Return to Mumbai

Morning: Early departure by hired van (≈ 4 h) to Salasar Balaji in Churu district, famed for the miraculous Hanuman Idol. Participate in the morning aarti and seek blessings.

Afternoon: Walk around the bustling temple complex, visiting the Shri Sai Baba Mandir and the local craft stalls. Have a light lunch of “dal‑baati‑choorma” at a nearby eatery.

Evening: Board the 6:30 PM express train from Churu to Jodhpur, then connect to the overnight Rajdhani back to Mumbai, concluding the pilgrimage.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Rajdhani Express (Mumbai ↔ Jodhpur, round‑trip) – 30 h total travel – ₹4,500
• Taxi from Jodhpur to Osiyan (round‑trip) – 4 h – ₹2,200
• Guesthouse in Osiyan (2 nights) – 48 h – ₹2,800
• Shri Raghavendra Swamy Temple (Osiyan) – 1.5 h – Free (donation ₹200)
• Shared jeep to Khattu Shyam (round‑trip) – 6 h – ₹1,500
• Khattu Shyam Temple visit – 2 h – Free (donation ₹250)
• Van to Salasar Balaji (round‑trip) – 8 h – ₹2,400
• Salasar Balaji Temple visit – 2 h – Free (donation ₹300)
• Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner for 3 days) – 9 meals – ₹2,250
• Local transport & miscellaneous – – ₹1,200
• Total Estimated Cost: ₹17,200

Tips

If you have only two days, skip the Khattu Shyam leg and head straight from Osiyan to Salasar Balaji, saving travel time and costs. For a more relaxed pace, add an extra night in Osiyan to explore nearby historic stepwells and the local handicraft market, or consider extending your stay in Salasar for sunrise prayers at the Balaji Temple.