Budget Family Trip from Pune Covering Maharashtra’s 3 Jyotirlingas, Shirdi, Shignapur & Ellora Caves

Day 1: Shirdi & Shignapur

Pune to Shirdi, Maharashtra on May 1, 2025

7:00am

Departure from Pune

Start early morning by cab for Shirdi, approximately 230 km, around 4-5 hours travel time.
INR 3500 (cab estimated for the day), 5h

12:00pm

Visit Sai Baba Temple, Shirdi

Experience spiritual solace at the Sai Baba Temple, open 4 AM to 11 PM, a family favourite pilgrimage spot.
Free, 2h

2:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Sai Jaisa, Shirdi

Enjoy affordable Maharashtrian thali meals in this popular local spot, open 12 PM to 3 PM.
INR 300 per person, 1h

3:30pm

Visit Shani Shingnapur Temple

A 15 km drive from Shirdi, explore the famous Shani Shingnapur temple, unique for houses without doors, open 24 hours.
Free, 1.5h

6:00pm

Check-in Hotel and Dinner in Shirdi

Stay at budget-friendly Hotel Sai Palace and have dinner at local eateries, dinner service till 9 PM.
INR 1000 for room, INR 200 per person for dinner, 2h
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Day 2: Ellora Caves & Aurangabad

Shirdi to Aurangabad via Ellora Caves on May 2, 2025

7:00am

Departure to Ellora Caves

Travel about 140 km from Shirdi to Ellora Caves, world heritage site with rock-cut Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain monuments, a 3.5-hour ride.
INR 2500 (cab estimate), 3.5h

10:30am

Visit Ellora Caves

Explore the magnificent caves open 9 AM to 5:30 PM, rich archaeology and art reflecting India’s diverse religious heritage.
INR 40 per adult, INR 20 per child (Indian prices), 2.5h

1:00pm

Lunch in Aurangabad

Drive to Aurangabad city (16 km) and enjoy a budget meal at local restaurants serving Maharashtrian and North Indian cuisine.
INR 250 per person, 1h

2:30pm

Relax in Aurangabad

Visit local markets or rest at budget hotel such as Hotel Royal Court, preparing for next day travel.
INR 1200 per room, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at hotel

Simple, affordable dinner at hotel or nearby eateries open until 9 PM.
INR 200 per person, 1.5h
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Day 3: Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga Visit

Aurangabad to Bhimashankar on May 3, 2025

7:00am

Departure to Bhimashankar

Travel around 210 km by cab, approximately 5 hours to reach the sacred Jyotirlinga site in Sahyadri hills.
INR 3500 (cab estimate), 5h

12:00pm

Lunch near Bhimashankar

Stop at a local dhaba and enjoy simple Maharashtrian food close to temple area.
INR 250 per person, 1h

1:30pm

Bhimashankar Temple Visit

Explore the Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga temple, open 5 AM to 8 PM, set amidst the picturesque wildlife sanctuary.
Free, 2h

4:00pm

Overnight stay at Bhimashankar

Book budget accommodation to relax after a spiritual and scenic day.
INR 1200 per room, Overnight

7:00pm

Dinner at hotel

Family-friendly home-style dinner available in the budget hotel.
INR 200 per person, 1h
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Day 4: Triambakeshwar Jyotirlinga

Bhimashankar to Triambakeshwar on May 4, 2025

7:30am

Travel to Triambakeshwar

About 85 km, a 2.5-hour cab ride to visit the next Jyotirlinga temple famous for its religious importance and scenic surroundings.
INR 1800 (cab estimate), 2.5h

10:00am

Visit Triambakeshwar Temple

Spend time at this holy Jyotirlinga, which is also the source of the Godavari river. Temple open 6 AM to 6 PM.
Free, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Hotel Panchavati

Enjoy affordable local vegetarian cuisine with authentic flavours, open 12 PM to 3 PM.
INR 250 per person, 1h

2:00pm

Visit Anjaneri Fort (optional)

Light trek suitable for families, birthplace of Lord Hanuman, open during day hours for a nature-inspired outing.
Free, 2h

5:00pm

Overnight stay in Triambakeshwar

Stay at budget guest houses providing basic but comfortable lodging within the town.
INR 1000 per room, Overnight

7:00pm

Dinner

Dine at local eateries offering home-style meals within budget constraints.
INR 200 per person, 1h
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Day 5: Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga & return

Triambakeshwar to Grishneshwar and Pune on May 5, 2025

7:30am

Departure to Grishneshwar Temple

About 150 km from Triambakeshwar, for the final Jyotirlinga visit near Aurangabad, travel time approx 3.5 hours.
INR 2500 (cab estimate), 3.5h

11:00am

Grishneshwar Temple Visit

Explore this historic temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, open 6 AM to 7 PM, offering a fulfilling devotional experience.
Free, 1.5h

12:30pm

Lunch in Aurangabad

Enjoy quick local meal at budget-friendly restaurants before the long return to Pune.
INR 250 per person, 1h

1:30pm

Return to Pune

Commence approximately 230 km drive back to Pune, takes around 5 hours by cab.
INR 3500 (cab estimate), 5h

6:30pm

Arrival in Pune

Trip ends with arrival at Pune, many spiritual and cultural experiences with family memories.
Free, End
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