2-Day Spiritual and Heritage Tour from Pune to Shani Shingnapur, Ellora, Shirdi & Trimbakeshwar

Day 1: Spiritual Heritage Tour

Pune, Maharashtra, India on April 30, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Vaishali Restaurant, Pune

Enjoy a traditional Maharashtrian breakfast of poha and chai at this iconic Pune eatery; it opens early and is perfect to fuel your day.
INR150, 0h45m

8:00am

Drive to Shani Shingnapur

Travel approximately 110 km northeast to the famous Shani Shingnapur temple dedicated to Lord Shani. Known for its unique open-air shrine and the zero crime village legend.
INR0, 2h30m

10:30am

Visit Shani Shingnapur Temple

Explore the temple known for its unusual practice of no doors on homes and the powerful deity of Lord Shani. Opportunity to witness local rituals and seek blessings.
Donation-based, 1h

11:45am

Drive to Shri Grishneshwar Temple

Head towards Shri Grishneshwar, near Ellora Caves, one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva, about 65 km from Shani Shingnapur.
INR0, 2h

1:45pm

Lunch at Sathapur Hotel near Ellora

Relish a thali lunch serving traditional Maharashtrian and North Indian cuisine, perfect to recharge before sightseeing.
INR250, 1h

2:45pm

Visit Shri Grishneshwar Temple

Explore this ancient, well-preserved temple next to Ellora Caves, renowned for its intricate carvings and spiritual significance as a Jyotirlinga site.
INR0, 1h

3:45pm

Ellora Caves Tour

Discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ellora Caves, known for rock-cut Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain temples dating from 600-1000 AD. Opens until 5:30 pm.
INR40, 1h30m

5:30pm

Drive to Shirdi

Travel about 90 km north to Shirdi, the spiritual town famous for Sai Baba's temple to prepare for next day’s early visit.
INR0, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Sai Sagar Restaurant, Shirdi

Enjoy a variety of Indian vegetarian dishes in this popular dining spot close to the temple complex.
INR200, 1h

8:30pm

Overnight stay in Shirdi

Rest well for an early start tomorrow; numerous comfortable hotels are available around the temple area.
INR1500, Overnight
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Day 2: Temple Pilgrimage

Shirdi - Trimbakeshwar - Bhimashankar - Pune, Maharashtra, India on May 1, 2025

5:30am

Visit Shirdi Sai Baba Temple

Beat the crowds by starting early at this renowned temple dedicated to Sai Baba, open from 4 am to 9 pm daily, to experience serene morning prayers.
Donation-based, 2h

7:30am

Breakfast at Shirdi Sai Prasad Restaurant

Taste freshly prepared South Indian and North Indian breakfast dishes close to the temple for convenience and speed.
INR150, 0h45m

8:15am

Drive to Trimbakeshwar Temple

Travel approximately 90 km southeast to Trimbakeshwar, famous for the Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga, one of the twelve sacred abodes of Shiva.
INR0, 2h

10:15am

Visit Trimbakeshwar Temple

Explore this ancient temple known for its unique three lingas representing Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva; open from 5 am to 10 pm daily for darshan.
INR0, 1h

11:30am

Drive to Bhimashankar Temple

Head about 25 km northwest to Bhimashankar, another Jyotirlinga temple set in a lush forest area, ideal for spirituality and nature combined.
INR0, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at local eatery near Bhimashankar

Enjoy authentic Maharashtrian home-style food at a local dhaba, perfect for a fresh and satisfying midday meal.
INR150, 1h

1:30pm

Visit Bhimashankar Temple and Nature Walk

Tour the temple surrounded by the Bhimashankar wildlife sanctuary, offering peaceful temples and scenic trekking trails; temple open until 6 pm.
INR20, 2h

3:30pm

Drive back to Pune

Return approximately 110 km south to Pune to conclude the spiritually rich 2-day trip.
INR0, 2h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Malaka Spice, Pune

Celebrate the end of your journey with fusion Asian cuisine in a cozy, stylish restaurant beloved by locals and visitors alike.
INR600, 1h30m
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