Compact 4-Day Budget Family Trip from Pune to Maharashtra's Jyotirlingas, Shirdi & Shignapur

Day 1: Shirdi & Shignapur

Pune to Shirdi, Maharashtra on May 1, 2025

7:00am

Departure from Pune to Shirdi

Early morning departure by cab for Shirdi, approximately 230 km, 4-5 hours journey to maximise sightseeing time.
INR 3500 (cab estimated for day), 5h

12:00pm

Sai Baba Temple Visit

Visit Sai Baba temple, a must-see spiritual destination, open 4 AM to 11 PM.
Free, 2h

2:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Sai Jaisa

Enjoy authentic Maharashtrian thali meals at an affordable price.
INR 300 per person, 1h

3:30pm

Visit Shani Shingnapur Temple

A short 15 km drive from Shirdi, see the unique doorless houses and the temple, open 24 hours.
Free, 1.5h

6:00pm

Overnight stay and dinner in Shirdi

Stay at budget hotels like Hotel Sai Palace and dine locally, dinner typically served until 9 PM.
Room INR 1000, Dinner INR 200 per person, 2h
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Day 2: Ellora & Grishneshwar

Shirdi to Aurangabad area on May 2, 2025

7:00am

Drive to Ellora Caves

Travel about 140 km to Ellora caves, a UNESCO heritage site featuring Buddhist, Hindu and Jain cave temples.
INR 2500 (cab), 3.5h

10:30am

Ellora Caves Exploration

Open 9 AM to 5:30 PM, explore ancient rock-cut caves known for their architectural brilliance and cultural significance.
INR 40 adult, INR 20 child, 2.5h

1:00pm

Lunch in Aurangabad

Local diners serving tasty Maharashtrian and North Indian dishes on a budget.
INR 250 per person, 1h

2:30pm

Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple Visit

Visit the nearby Grishneshwar temple, the 12th Jyotirlinga, open 6 AM to 7 PM and rich in heritage.
Free, 1.5h

5:00pm

Overnight stay in Aurangabad

Book budget accommodation such as Hotel Royal Court to rest after the day’s travels.
INR 1200 per room, Overnight

7:00pm

Dinner in Aurangabad

Dine at affordable local eateries with family-friendly menus.
INR 200 per person, 1.5h
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Day 3: Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga

Aurangabad to Bhimashankar on May 3, 2025

7:00am

Travel to Bhimashankar

Approximate 210 km drive, takes around 5 hours, scenic route into Sahyadri hills with natural beauty.
INR 3500 (cab), 5h

12:00pm

Lunch near Bhimashankar

Stop at a local eatery offering simple meals to refuel before temple visit.
INR 250 per person, 1h

1:30pm

Bhimashankar Temple Visit

Visit the Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga, open 5 AM to 8 PM, surrounded by a wildlife sanctuary.
Free, 2h

4:00pm

Overnight at Bhimashankar

Stay in budget guesthouses or dharamshalas nearby for an affordable stay.
INR 1200 per room, Overnight

7:00pm

Dinner at accommodation

Family-friendly meals usually available at accommodation or small local restaurants.
INR 200 per person, 1h
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Day 4: Triambakeshwar & Return

Bhimashankar to Pune via Triambakeshwar on May 4, 2025

7:30am

Drive to Triambakeshwar Jyotirlinga

Approximately 85 km, 2.5-hour drive to the next Jyotirlinga temple, important for its spiritual value and the Godavari river origin.
INR 1800 (cab), 2.5h

10:00am

Visit Triambakeshwar Temple

Explore temple open 6 AM to 6 PM, taking in religious ambience and surrounding hills.
Free, 1.5h

11:30am

Lunch at Hotel Panchavati

Affordable local cuisine offering delicious vegetarian meals for families.
INR 250 per person, 1h

1:00pm

Travel back to Pune

Return 95 km journey to Pune taking approximately 3 hours to reach home after fulfilling trip.
INR 2000 (cab), 3h

4:00pm

Arrival in Pune

Conclude the spiritual and family trip enriched with cultural experiences and religious visits.
Free, End
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