Morning: Depart early from Aurangabad in your personal CNG car and enjoy the scenic drive through the Deccan plateau, covering roughly 350 km. Stop for a quick refreshment at a roadside dhaba near Kannad.
Afternoon: Arrive in Pandharpur and head straight to the sacred Vithoba Temple. Spend time admiring the temple’s intricate carvings and participate in the evening aarti if time permits.
Evening: Wander the bustling market around the temple, sampling local delicacies like “puran poli” and “jalebi”. Settle into a comfortable guesthouse for an early night.
Find HotelsMorning: After breakfast, drive to Akalkot (≈70 km). Visit the historic Akalkot Dargah, a serene shrine known for its blend of Sufi architecture and local legends.
Afternoon: Continue to Tuljapur (≈50 km). Explore the renowned Tuljapur Bhavani Temple, one of the three Shakti Peethas, and enjoy the tranquil courtyard gardens.
Evening: Stroll through Tuljapur’s modest bazaar, picking up traditional hand‑woven fabrics. Overnight at a modest hotel near the temple complex.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart for Gangapur (≈30 km). Upon arrival, tour the impressive Gangapur Fort, a 16th‑century hill fort offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
Afternoon: Enjoy a leisurely lunch at a local eatery, trying the regional specialty “bhakri” with “pithla”. Afterward, take a short walk to the nearby Ganesh Temple for a quick cultural glimpse.
Evening: Begin the drive back to Aurangabad (≈250 km). Arrive by nightfall, drop off the car, and relax after a fulfilling journey.
Find HotelsTo extend the trip, consider adding a day in Aurangabad to visit the Ajanta & Ellora caves or the Bibi Ka Maqbara. If you need to shorten the itinerary, you can skip the optional visit to the Ganesh Temple in Gangapur and return to Aurangabad directly after the fort, saving a few hours of driving.