Exploring the Ashtavinayaka Temples in One Day

Day 1: Ashtavinayaka Pilgrimage

Pune, India

7:00AM

Breakfast at Chaitanya Restaurant

Start your day with a traditional Maharashtrian breakfast at Chaitanya Restaurant, famous for its delicious Puran Polis and Misal Pav.
Located in Pune, heading to the first temple from here is smooth.
INR 250, 1 hour

8:00AM

Visit Morgaon Ganesh Temple

Begin your pilgrimage at the Morgaon Ganesh Temple, the first temple of the Ashtavinayaka, dedicated to Lord Ganesha.
Drive approximately 30 km south from Pune.
INR 20, 1 hour

9:30AM

Head to Siddhatek

Next, drive to Siddhatek to visit the Siddhivinayak Temple, nestled beside the banks of the Bhima River.
It's around 45 km from Morgaon, taking about 1 hour.
INR 20, 1.5 hours

11:00AM

Explore Theur Temple

Upon leaving Siddhatek, visit the Theur Temple where Ganesh is worshipped as 'Girijatmaj'.
20 km drive from Siddhatek, roughly 30 minutes.
INR 20, 1 hour

12:30PM

Lunch at Hotel Amruta Garden

Enjoy some delicious simple South Indian meal at Hotel Amruta Garden, which has a peaceful ambience.
Located just 10 minutes from Theur Temple.
INR 300, 1 hour

1:30PM

Visit Lumbhini Temple

After lunch, continue your journey to Lumbhini, dedicated to the Ganesha of Lumbhini Building.
This is a 30 km drive from Theur, approximately 45 minutes.
INR 20, 1 hour

3:00PM

Head to Ranjangaon

Drive to Ranjangaon, visiting the Mahaganapati Temple, known for its grandeur.
Travel around 35 km, taking nearly 45 minutes.
INR 20, 1 hour

4:30PM

Visit Ozar Temple

Next, visit the Ozar Temple, where Ganesha is revered as
Preparation for a 30-minute drive of about 18 km.
INR 20, 1 hour

6:00PM

Explore Mahad Temple

Finally, head to Mahad Temple, another striking temple known for its beautiful architecture.
Located 25 km from Ozar, approximately a 30-minute drive.
INR 20, 1 hour

7:30PM

Dinner at Bhagat Tarzan

Complete your day with a delightful dinner experience at Bhagat Tarzan, known for its North Indian and Chinese specialties.
Drive back towards Pune, around 30 minutes away.
INR 500, 1 hour

9:00PM

Return to Pune

After a fulfilling day visiting the Ashtavinayaka temples, head back to your accommodation in Pune to rest.
It's about a 30-minute drive from Bhagat Tarzan to Pune city.
Free, 30 minutes
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