Mysterious Journey through Maharashtra's Jyotirlingas

Day 1: Ellora and Grishneshwar

Ellora, Maharashtra

8:00AM

Breakfast at Getaway Kitchen

Start your day with an appetizing breakfast at Getaway Kitchen, known for its delicious South Indian options.
Located in Aurangabad, just 30 minutes from Ellora.
INR300, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Ellora Caves

Explore the magnificent Ellora Caves which showcase incredible ancient rock-cut architecture.
Next, head to Ellora Caves, which is just a short 10-minute drive away.
INR600, 2 hours

12:00PM

Visit Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga

Conclude your morning by visiting the Grishneshwar Temple, the last of the 12 Jyotirlingas.
The temple is only about 30 minutes from Ellora.
Free, 1 hour

1:00PM

Lunch at Hotel Kailas

Enjoy a sumptuous vegetarian thali at Hotel Kailas, known for its homely meals.
Located nearby, around a 10-minute ride from the temple.
INR500, 1 hour

2:30PM

Travel to Aundha Nagnath

Head towards Aundha Nagnath, one of the prominent temples in the Marathwada region.
Aundha is approximately 190 km from Ellora, which will take about 4 hours.
INR300, 4 hours

6:30PM

Visit Aundha Nagnath Temple

Visit the historical temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and feel the spirituality of the place.
The temple is in the town of Aundha.
Free, 1 hour

7:30PM

Dinner at Restaurant Aundha

Dine at Restaurant Aundha and relish local cuisine, particularly the spicy Misal Pav.
A short drive from the temple.
INR400, 1 hour

9:00PM

Check into Local Hotel

Check into a comfortable hotel in Aundha for a well-deserved rest.
Hotel options are available within the town.
INR2000, 1 hour
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Day 2: Temple Hopping

Parli, Maharashtra

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at your hotel before starting your temple tour for the day.
Located in Aundha.
INR300, 1 hour

8:00AM

Travel to Parli Vaijnath

Drive to Parli, where the famous Vaijnath Temple is located.
Parli is approximately 90 km from Aundha, a journey of about 2 hours.
INR200, 2 hours

10:00AM

Visit Parli Vaijnath Temple

Visit the Parli Vaijnath Temple, known as one of the twelve Jyotirlingas.
Located directly in Parli.
Free, 1 hour

11:30AM

Travel to Tryambak

Journey towards Tryambak, home to another significant Jyotirlinga.
The distance is roughly 135 km which will take around 3 hours.
INR300, 3 hours

2:30PM

Lunch at Tryambak

Dine at a local chaat shop and try the famous pithla bhakri, a regional specialty.
Nearby outlets are available as you enter Tryambak.
INR150, 1 hour

3:30PM

Visit Tryambakeshwar Jyotirlinga

Visit the revered Tryambakeshwar Temple, part of the 12 Jyotirlingas.
Located at the heart of Tryambak.
Free, 1.5 hours

5:00PM

Explore Tryambak and Surroundings

Wander through the historic town of Tryambak, experiencing its culture and streets.
Circular exploration around the temple.
Free, 1.5 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at Local Diner

Enjoy dinner at a local diner with a fine selection of Maharashtrian thalis.
A short walk from the temple.
INR600, 1 hour

8:00PM

Return to Aurangabad

Head back to Aurangabad to complete your journey.
It’s a 90 km drive that will take around 2 hours.
INR200, 2 hours
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