One-Day Pilgrimage and Heritage Tour: Shirdi to Ellora, Ajanta, Trimbakeshwar, and Bhimashankar

Day 1: Cultural Exploration

Shirdi, India

6:00 AM

Breakfast at Sri Sai Prasad Restaurant

Start your day with a delicious breakfast of dosa and sambar, a popular South Indian dish, in Shirdi.
Walk or take a quick auto-rickshaw to the restaurant nearby.
INR200, 1 hour

7:00 AM

Visit Sai Baba Temple

Experience the divine aura of Shirdi by visiting the iconic Sai Baba Temple, where you can partake in early morning prayers.
The temple is within walking distance from the restaurant.
Free, 2 hours

9:00 AM

Drive to Ellora Caves

Begin your journey toward the historic Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its rock-cut architecture.
Drive approximately 2 hours east covering around 100 km.
INR500 (petrol and tolls included), 2 hours

11:00 AM

Explore Ellora Caves

Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Ellora's caves, specifically Cave 16, which houses the magnificent Kailasa Temple.
Follow local signage and trail paths ensuring you cover the significant caves.
INR600 (entry fee), 2 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Tandoor Restaurant

Savor a hearty meal featuring kebabs and naan at a local restaurant where flavors of Indian cuisine tantalize your palate.
Drive back toward the main road that leads to Ajanta.
INR700, 1 hour

2:00 PM

Drive to Ajanta Caves

Continue your adventure as you head to the Ajanta Caves, another UNESCO site known for its stunning ancient Buddhist rock-cut caves.
Travel east for about 2 hours covering around 100 km.
INR500 (petrol and tolls included), 2 hours

4:00 PM

Explore Ajanta Caves

Marvel at the exquisite paintings and sculptures inside the Ajanta Caves, particularly the renowned frescoes of Buddhist themes.
Follow the designated walking paths to explore the caves.
INR600 (entry fee), 2 hours

6:00 PM

Drive to Trimbakeshwar

Set off towards Trimbakeshwar, known for its Jyotirlinga, to connect with the spiritual essence of this sacred site.
Drive southwest for approximately 3 hours covering around 160 km.
INR700 (petrol and tolls included), 3 hours

9:00 PM

Dinner in Trimbakeshwar

Enjoy a local dinner of Pithla Bhakri—a traditional Maharashtrian dish at a popular local eatery, absorbing the area's vibrant atmosphere.
Choose a nearby restaurant within walking distance.
INR500, 1 hour

10:00 PM

Explore Trimbakeshwar Temple

Visit the holy Trimbakeshwar Temple at night for an enchanting experience as the temple is beautifully lit under the night sky.
The temple is a short 10-minute walk from the restaurant.
Free, 1 hour

11:00 PM

Return to Shirdi

Make your way back to Shirdi after a fulfilling day; reflect on your spiritual and cultural encounters.
Drive northwest back to Shirdi which takes about 2 hours covering around 70 km.
INR400 (petrol), 2 hours
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