2‑3 Day Pilgrimage from Mumbai to Osiyan, Sacchiya Mata, Khattu Shyam & Salasar Balaji (2 Oct 2025 – 4 Oct 2025)

Day 1: Mumbai → Osiyan – Arrival & Exploration

Morning: Board the 02 Oct overnight express from Mumbai Central to Jaipur (≈ 22 h). The train departs at 7 PM, giving you a comfortable night’s sleep. Enjoy onboard meals and scenic views through Gujarat and Rajasthan.

Afternoon: Arrive at Jaipur and transfer by private taxi to Osiyan (≈ 2 h). Check‑in at a heritage guesthouse, freshen up, and sip a cooling buttermilk.

Evening: Stroll through the historic town, visiting the Osiyan Mahadev Temple and the ancient Gurudwara Sahib. The twilight ambience adds a serene charm to the prayer experience.

Day 2: Osiyan → Sacchiya Mata → Khattu Shyam → Salasar

Morning: After a hearty breakfast, drive to the Sacchiya Mata Temple (≈ 3 h). Participate in the early puja, admire the sandstone shrines, and wander the surrounding sand dunes.

Afternoon: Continue to the Khattu Shyam Temple in Khatu (≈ 2 h). Offer prayers to Lord Barbarik, enjoy a modest lunch at the temple dharamshala, and explore the small museum of local artifacts.

Evening: Proceed to the Salasar Balaji Temple (≈ 1.5 h). Check into a nearby lodge, attend the vibrant evening aarti, and relish a traditional Rajasthani dinner.

Day 3: Salasar Balaji – Devotion & Return

Morning: Participate in the pre‑dawn darshan at Salasar Balaji, followed by a guided walk through the temple complex. The serene morning light makes the marble carvings glow beautifully.

Afternoon: Return to Jaipur (≈ 3 h) for the train back to Mumbai. Stop for a quick lunch on the highway, sampling local dal‑baati.

Evening: Board the 04 Oct express from Jaipur to Mumbai. Settle in for a relaxed ride home, reflecting on the pilgrimage’s blessings.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Train Mumbai–Jaipur (02 Oct) – ~22 h – ₹2,800 (2‑AC)
• Private taxi Jaipur→Osiyan – 2 h – ₹1,200
• Osiyan Mahadev Temple & Gurudwara – 2 h – Free (donations ₹100)
• Drive Osiyan→Sacchiya Mata – 3 h – ₹1,800
• Sacchiya Mata Temple visit – 2 h – Free (donations ₹150)
• Drive Sacchiya Mata→Khattu Shyam – 2 h – ₹1,200
• Khattu Shyam Temple visit & lunch – 3 h – ₹300 (prasad)
• Drive Khattu Shyam→Salasar – 1.5 h – ₹900
• Salasar Balaji Temple stay, aarti & dinner – 4 h – ₹500 (accommodation) + ₹250 (food)
• Return taxi Salasar→Jaipur – 3 h – ₹1,500
• Train Jaipur–Mumbai (04 Oct) – ~22 h – ₹2,800 (2‑AC)

Total Estimated Cost: ₹15,300

Tips

If you have an extra day, consider staying overnight in Jaipur to explore its forts, markets, and culinary delights before heading back. To shorten the itinerary, you can skip the Sacchiya Mata visit and travel directly from Osiyan to Khattu Shyam, saving about 3 hours of travel time.