Weekend Bus Tour from Satara to Kolhapur, Shirdi, Bhimashankar, and Trimbakeshwar

Day 1: Kolhapur Exploration

Kolhapur, India on May 2, 2025

3:00pm

Depart Satara by Bus

Board the bus from Satara to Kolhapur starting at 3pm for a roughly 3-hour journey.
INR200, 3h0m

6:00pm

Mahalaxmi Temple Visit

Visit the iconic Mahalaxmi Temple, a beautiful sacred site known for its architecture and religious significance. Open until 9pm.
Free, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel Sayaji

Enjoy authentic Kolhapuri cuisine including spicy mutton dishes in a comfortable hotel dining setting.
INR400 approx., 1h0m
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Day 2: Shirdi and Bhimashankar

Shirdi and Bhimashankar, India on May 3, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast at Hotel in Kolhapur

Start early with a hearty traditional Maharashtrian breakfast including poha and misal pav.
INR150, 0h45m

6:45am

Bus to Shirdi

Morning bus trip from Kolhapur to Shirdi, approximately 5 hours by road.
INR300, 5h0m

12:00pm

Shirdi Sai Baba Temple

Visit the famous Sai Baba Temple, a spiritual hub attracting millions. Open from 5am to 11pm; best to avoid peak crowds earlier or later.
Free, 1h30m

1:30pm

Lunch at Hotel Sai Janki, Shirdi

Enjoy simple vegetarian Maharashtrian thali close to Sai Baba Temple area.
INR250, 1h0m

2:30pm

Travel to Bhimashankar

Depart from Shirdi to Bhimashankar by bus, approximately 2.5 hours journey.
INR200, 2h30m

5:00pm

Bhimashankar Temple Visit

Explore the sacred Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga temple surrounded by scenic hills. Open until 7pm, so enjoy the serene evening ambiance.
Free, 1h0m

6:00pm

Dinner near Bhimashankar

Dine at a local guesthouse or dhaba with traditional Maharashtrian non-vegetarian and vegetarian options.
INR300, 1h0m
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Day 3: Trimbakeshwar and Return

Trimbakeshwar and Satara, India on May 4, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast at Bhimashankar Local Eatery

Enjoy a simple local breakfast, including sabudana khichdi or upma.
INR150, 0h45m

6:45am

Bus to Trimbakeshwar

Early morning bus ride to Trimbakeshwar, approximately 2 hours.
INR150, 2h0m

8:45am

Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga Temple

Visit one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines of Lord Shiva, a revered religious site open from 5am to 9pm.
Free, 2h0m

10:45am

Breakfast/Brunch at Hotel Serenity

Relax over a late breakfast or brunch featuring Maharashtrian specialties.
INR300, 1h0m

11:45am

Return Journey to Satara

Board bus for the return journey to Satara, about 3 hours travel time.
INR250, 3h0m

3:00pm

Arrival in Satara

Reach Satara comfortably by 3pm leaving ample time before the 5pm endpoint.
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