Family Friendly 3-Day Itinerary: Shirdi, Shani Shignapur, Ellora, Grishneshwar

Day 1: Exploring Shirdi

Shirdi, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Sai Ashram Restaurant

Start your day with a delicious South Indian breakfast featuring idli and sambar, perfect for family energy.
Located near the temple, a five-minute drive.
INR 600, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir

Experience the peaceful atmosphere and admire the famous statue of Sai Baba, making sure to participate in the morning aarti.
Walking distance from the restaurant.
Free, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Hotel Sai Leela

Enjoy a traditional Maharashtrian thali which includes a variety of dishes that are sure to please the whole family.
Just a ten-minute drive from the temple.
INR 800, 1 hour

1:30PM

Explore Dwarkamai Mosque

Visit the mosque where Sai Baba spent many years, a significant site of worship and history.
A short five-minute drive from Hotel Sai Leela.
Free, 1 hour

3:00PM

Shopping for Religious Souvenirs

Stroll through the local markets to pick up some religious souvenirs and sweets to take back home.
Walking distance from the mosque.
Variable, 1.5 hours

5:00PM

Dinner at Shirdi Bhojanalay

Savor a warm and hearty meal with options for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian families to wind down the day.
Five-minute drive back towards the temple area.
INR 700, 1 hour
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Day 2: Shani Shignapur Adventure

Shani Shignapur, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel Sai Leela

Enjoy a hearty breakfast before heading on a day trip to Shani Shignapur.
Same location as yesterday.
INR 600, 1 hour

9:30AM

Travel to Shani Shignapur

Depart for Shani Shignapur, famous for the Shani temple which is just an hour's drive.
Driving via NH61.
Approx. INR 1,500 for transportation, 1 hour

10:30AM

Visit Shani Temple

Pay your respects at the Shani temple, known for its unique feature of having no roof, which signifies faith.
Located in the village, easily accessible by foot.
Free, 1 hour

12:00PM

Lunch at Local Dhaba

Try some local cuisine featuring dal, chapati, and rice to keep the energy flowing.
Various options within walking distance from the temple.
INR 500, 1 hour

1:30PM

Explore Local Village

Take a walk through the village to interact with locals and learn about their unique lives.
Walking around the area near the temple.
Free, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Return to Shirdi

Head back to Shirdi for a restful evening.
Driving back via NH61.
Included in previous transport cost., 1 hour

4:00PM

Rest and Relax at Hotel

Take time to relax and freshen up at your hotel before dinner.
At Hotel Sai Leela.
Free, 1 hour

5:00PM

Dinner at Ahimsa Restaurant

For dinner, choose from a healthy menu emphasizing fresh and plant-based dishes for the family.
Nearby the hotel, less than a ten-minute drive.
INR 800, 1 hour
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Day 3: Exploring Ellora and Grishneshwar

Ellora, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel Sai Leela

Enjoy one last breakfast at your hotel before heading out for an exciting day.
Same location as previous days.
INR 600, 1 hour

9:30AM

Travel to Ellora

Drive to Ellora caves, which is about a 30-minute drive from Shirdi.
Via the Ahmednagar – Aurangabad Road.
INR 1,000 for transportation, 30 minutes

10:00AM

Explore Ellora Caves

Visit these magnificent ancient rock-cut caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site showcasing 34 monasteries and temples.
Caves are well-marked and easy to navigate.
INR 600 (entry fee), 2.5 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Ellora Restaurant

Stop for a family-friendly lunch with both Indian and continental options to refuel.
Located just outside the caves.
INR 700, 1 hour

1:30PM

Visit Grishneshwar Temple

Head to Grishneshwar, 20 minutes away, to visit one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, surrounded by tranquility.
Short drive away, following NH561.
Free, 1 hour

2:30PM

Explore the Temple and Surroundings

Take some time to explore the temple complex and nearby small shops selling religious items.
Temple is easily walkable.
Free, 1 hour

3:30PM

Return to Shirdi

Start heading back to Shirdi for your onward journey.
Driving back via NH61.
Included in previous transport cost., 30 minutes

4:00PM

Debrief and Relax

Take some time to relax and reflect on your trip as a family.
At Hotel Sai Leela.
Free, 1 hour

5:00PM

Dinner at Hotel Sai Leela

Enjoy a final feast, celebrating family time with a buffet dinner filled with various cuisines.
At your hotel.
INR 1000, 1 hour
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