Indore → 12 Jyotirlingas, Dwarka, Puri & Tirupati (12‑Person Private Car)

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Day 1: Indore → Ujjain (Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga)

Morning: Depart Indore early and drive 55 km to Ujjain. Enjoy the scenic countryside and stop for breakfast at a local dhaba.

Afternoon: Check‑in at a pre‑booked hotel and freshen up. Visit the historic Mahakaleshwar Temple, attend the noon aarti and explore the surrounding market.

Evening: Return to the hotel for a relaxed dinner. Take a short walk to the Kal Bhairav Temple for the evening prayer.

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Day 2: Ujjain → Omkareshwar (Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga)

Morning: After breakfast, drive 140 km to Omkareshwar, crossing the Narmada River by bridge. Enjoy the river views en route.

Afternoon: Arrive at the island and check in. Explore the grand Omkareshwar Temple on the eastern shore, followed by a boat ride on the Narmada.

Evening: Witness the beautiful sunset over the Narmada, then enjoy a traditional Maharashtrian dinner at the hotel.

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Day 3: Omkareshwar → Maheshwar (Cultural Stop)

Morning: Depart for Maheshwar (≈ 45 km). Tour the historic Maheshwar Fort and the exquisite handloom weaving workshops.

Afternoon: Lunch by the banks of the Narmada. Visit the serene Ahilya Bai Palace and its gardens.

Evening: Return to the car and rest for the longer drive the next day.

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Day 4: Maheshwar → Aurangabad (Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga)

Morning: Early start for the 750 km drive to Aurangabad, stopping at Nizamabad for breakfast.

Afternoon: Arrive in Aurangabad, check in, and have a quick meal. Visit the ancient Grishneshwar Temple near the Ellora Caves.

Evening: Explore the historic Ellora Caves in low light, then return to the hotel for dinner.

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Day 5: Aurangabad → Nashik (Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga)

Morning: After breakfast, drive 140 km to Nashik, passing the scenic countryside of Maharashtra.

Afternoon: Check in and head to the sacred Trimbakeshwar Temple, one of the most revered Jyotirlingas, and enjoy the surrounding waterfalls.

Evening: Return to Nashik for a relaxed dinner and optional visit to the local grape‑vine vineyards.

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Day 6: Nashik → Pune (Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga)

Morning: Depart for Pune (≈ 210 km). Stop at a highway restaurant for breakfast.

Afternoon: After reaching Pune, drive to the forested hills of Bhimashankar (≈ 100 km). Explore the Bhimashankar Temple surrounded by lush greenery.

Evening: Return to Pune, check in, and enjoy a hearty Maharashtrian thali for dinner.

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Day 7: Pune → Surat (Transit)

Morning: Set off early for the long stretch to Surat (≈ 300 km). Break for breakfast on the way.

Afternoon: Arrive in Surat, check in, and enjoy a riverside lunch by the Tapi River.

Evening: Relax at the hotel, prepare for the next day’s pilgrimage to Dwarka.

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Day 8: Surat → Dwarka (Nageshwar Jyotirlinga)

Morning: Begin the 650 km journey to Dwarka, crossing Gujarat’s coastal plains.

Afternoon: Arrive in Dwarka, check in, and have a quick lunch. Visit the legendary Dwarkadhish Temple and the nearby Nageshwar Jyotirlinga.

Evening: Attend the evening aarti at Dwarkadhish Temple and enjoy a sunset view over the Arabian Sea.

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Day 9: Dwarka → Somnath (Somnath Jyotirlinga)

Morning: After breakfast, drive 230 km along the coast to Somnath.

Afternoon: Check in at a seaside resort and explore the majestic Somnath Temple, one of the oldest Jyotirlingas.

Evening: Watch the spectacular light‑and‑sound show at the temple, followed by dinner featuring Gujarati cuisine.

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Day 10: Somnath → Srisailam (Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga)

Morning: Start early for the long drive (≈ 900 km) towards Andhra Pradesh, stopping at Rajkot for breakfast.

Afternoon: Arrive at Srisailam in the evening, check in, and relax after the journey.

Evening: Light exploration of the town and early night rest.

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Day 11: Srisailam (Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga)

Morning: Visit the towering Mallikarjuna Temple and the adjacent Ahobilam Ganesha Shrine.

Afternoon: Take a boat ride on the Krishna River and enjoy a traditional Andhra lunch.

Evening: Attend the aarti at the temple and return to the hotel for dinner.

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Day 12: Srisailam → Varanasi (Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga)

Morning: Board the private car for a 1,300 km drive northwards, with scheduled breaks for meals.

Afternoon: Arrive in Varanasi, check in, and unwind.

Evening: Take a serene Ganga boat cruise and witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.

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Day 13: Varanasi (Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga)

Morning: Explore the sacred Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most revered Jyotirlingas.

Afternoon: Visit the historic Banaras Hindu University campus and enjoy a vegetarian lunch.

Evening: Stroll through the bustling lanes of the old city and sample local street food.

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Day 14: Varanasi → Deoghar (Vaidyanath Jyotirlinga)

Morning: Depart for Deoghar (≈ 350 km). Stop for breakfast en route.

Afternoon: Arrive at the Vaidyanath Temple, the final Jyotirlinga of the pilgrimage.

Evening: Participate in the temple’s evening aarti before checking in for an overnight stay.

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Day 15: Deoghar → Puri (Jagannath Temple)

Morning: Begin the 1,200 km journey to the coastal city of Puri, with a breakfast stop at Ranchi.

Afternoon: Reach Puri, check in, and relax by the Bay of Bengal.

Evening: Visit the iconic Jagannath Temple for the evening darshan and enjoy a coastal dinner.

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Day 16: Puri → Tirupati (Balaji Temple)

Morning: Early departure for Tirupati (≈ 1,050 km). Breakfast on the way.

Afternoon: Arrive at Tirupati, check in at a hotel near the hills, and have a light lunch.

Evening: Ascend the hill to the Sri Venkateswara (Balaji) Temple for the evening puja.

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Day 17: Tirupati (Balaji Temple)

Morning: Perform the special “Suprabhatam” darshan at the Balaji Temple and explore the surrounding sacred sites.

Afternoon: Lunch at a renowned prasadam hall, followed by a visit to the nearby Talakona Waterfalls for a short trek.

Evening: Return to the temple for the night aarti and enjoy a festive dinner.

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Day 18: Tirupati → Indore (Return)

Morning: Begin the final leg back to Indore (≈ 1,800 km). Break for breakfast at Hyderabad.

Afternoon: Continue the journey with scheduled stops for lunch and rest.

Evening: Arrive in Indore by night, conclude the pilgrimage, and celebrate the successful completion with a farewell dinner.

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Time and Cost Estimates

  • Mahakaleshwar Temple – 3 hrs – ₹1,200
  • Omkareshwar Temple – 3 hrs – ₹1,200
  • Grishneshwar Temple – 2 hrs – ₹800
  • Trimbakeshwar Temple – 3 hrs – ₹1,000
  • Bhimashankar Temple – 2 hrs – ₹800
  • Somnath Temple – 3 hrs – ₹1,200
  • Nageshwar (Dwarka) – 2 hrs – ₹800
  • Mallikarjuna Temple (Srisailam) – 4 hrs – ₹1,500
  • Kashi Vishwanath Temple – 3 hrs – ₹1,200
  • Vaidyanath Temple – 3 hrs – ₹1,200
  • Jagannath Temple (Puri) – 3 hrs – ₹1,200
  • Sri Venkateswara (Balaji) Temple – 4 hrs – ₹1,500
  • Fuel (≈ 5,000 km, 12 L/100 km @ ₹100/L) – – ₹60,000
  • Tolls & Parking – – ₹10,000
  • Accommodation (12 persons, 18 nights @ ₹3,000) – – ₹54,000
  • Meals (₹1,500 /day) – – ₹27,000
  • Misc. Entry & Prasadam – – ₹2,000
  • Total Estimated Cost – ₹1,53,000

Tips

If you wish to shorten the itinerary, consider omitting the far‑north stretch (Varanasi & Deoghar) and focus on the western and southern Jyotirlingas, which can reduce the trip to about 12 days. To extend the pilgrimage, add a few leisure days in Goa or the Western Ghats after Dwarka, or explore the historic forts of Rajasthan before heading to the southern temples, allowing a richer cultural experience without rushing.

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