Family Friendly Road Trip: Shirdi, Saneswar and Lonavala Return to Ahmedabad

Day 1: Exploring Shirdi

Shirdi, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Saibaba Prasad Restaurant

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Saibaba Prasad Restaurant, renowned for its south Indian breakfast delights.
Head towards the restaurant, a short drive from your hotel.
INR 600, 1 hour

9:00AM

Visit the Samadhi Mandir

Spiritual vibes await you at the Samadhi Mandir, where the famous saint Sai Baba is laid to rest.
Walk from the restaurant as it's just a 10-minute stroll.
Free, 2 hours

11:00AM

Explore the Dwarkamai

Next, visit Dwarkamai, a mosque where Sai Baba spent most of his life, offering a tranquil atmosphere.
It’s a short 5-minute drive or a 15-minute walk from Samadhi Mandir.
Free, 1 hour

12:30PM

Lunch at Shirdi Bhojanalay

Enjoy a simple and delicious vegetarian meal at Shirdi Bhojanalay, popular for its affordable thalis.
It's within a 5-minute drive from Dwarkamai.
INR 800, 1 hour

2:00PM

Sai Teerth Theme Park

The kids will have a blast at Sai Teerth, a spiritual amusement park dedicated to Sai Baba.
Drive for about 10 minutes to reach this fun location.
INR 1000 for family, 2 hours

4:30PM

Visit the Chavadi

Wrap up your Shirdi experience by visiting the Chavadi, where Sai Baba used to sleep on alternate nights.
It’s a short 10-minute drive back.
Free, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at The Gharonda

End your day with a delightful dinner at The Gharonda, known for its authentic Indian cuisine.
Dinner will take about 15 minutes drive from Chavadi.
INR 1200, 1.5 hours
View Hotel Availability

Day 2: Saneswar Serenity

Saneswar, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel Sai Chhatra

Fuel up for the day with a filling breakfast at Hotel Sai Chhatra, offering various delicacies.
Drive for about 15 minutes from your hotel.
INR 700, 1 hour

9:00AM

Drive to Saneswar

Enjoy the scenic drive to Saneswar which will take around 3 hours. Enjoy the beautiful landscape of Maharashtra.
Drive southeast from Shirdi.
Fuel cost: INR 1500, 3 hours

12:00PM

Check-in at Hotel Anushree

Upon arrival, check in to Hotel Anushree, a cozy stay with great amenities.
This will be your stay for two nights in Saneswar.
INR 3000, 1 hour

1:00PM

Lunch at Santosh Dhaba

Savor the local flavors at Santosh Dhaba, famous for its Punjabi cuisine.
A quick 15-minute drive from your hotel.
INR 800, 1 hour

2:30PM

Visit the Jain Temple

Explore the exquisite architecture of the Jain Temple, known for its calming ambiance and intricate designs.
It's a 20-minute drive from the restaurant.
Free, 1.5 hours

5:00PM

Nature Walk

Enjoy a peaceful nature walk around Saneswar, reconnecting with the beauty of the outdoors.
You can walk from the temple or drive around the area.
Free, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at The Ambience

Relish a delicious dinner at The Ambience, offering a mix of local and Indian cuisines.
It's a short drive from the nature walk.
INR 1000, 1.5 hours
View Hotel Availability

Day 3: Lonavala Adventure

Lonavala, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel Anushree

Enjoy a refreshing breakfast at your hotel before you head out for Lonavala.
The restaurant is right within your hotel.
INR 600, 1 hour

9:00AM

Drive to Lonavala

Depart for Lonavala, a scenic journey of about 4 hours, offering mesmerizing views.
Head southwest from Saneswar towards Lonavala.
Fuel cost: INR 2000, 4 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at The Sarovar

Stop for lunch at The Sarovar, known for its multi-cuisine delicacies.
Just a few minutes off the main road to reach.
INR 1200, 1.5 hours

2:30PM

Explore the Lonavala Lake

Enjoy a family-friendly afternoon at Lonavala Lake, perfect for picnics and nature walks.
Drive for about 10 minutes from the restaurant.
Free, 2 hours

4:30PM

Visit Bhushi Dam

Head over to Bhushi Dam for some splashing fun, especially for the little ones.
It's a short drive, about 15 minutes.
Free, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Golden Wafers

Indulge in a delightful dinner at Golden Wafers, famous for its Italian and Indian fare.
A quick drive from Bhushi Dam.
INR 1200, 1.5 hours
View Hotel Availability

Day 4: Return Home

Ahmedabad, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel Lonavala

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel to kickstart your journey back home.
Onsite restaurant for convenience.
INR 600, 1 hour

9:00AM

Drive Back to Ahmedabad

Leave for Ahmedabad, taking a scenic route and enjoying the last bits of the landscape.
Drive northeast back towards Ahmedabad.
Fuel cost: INR 2000, 7 hours

4:00PM

Lunch en route at Gopi Dining Hall

Stop for a late lunch at Gopi Dining Hall, known for its traditional Gujarati thali.
A quick detour just off your route.
INR 800, 1 hour

5:00PM

Continue Drive to Ahmedabad

Finalize your journey back to Ahmedabad.
Keep driving towards your final destination.
Included in drive cost, 1 hour

6:00PM

Arrive in Ahmedabad

Arrive home with beautiful memories from a delightful road trip.
Drive into the city back to your starting point.
Free, 0.5 hours
View Hotel Availability