4-Day Budget Family Trip from Pune Exploring Maharashtra’s Jyotirlingas, Shirdi & Shignapur with Early Morning Travel

Day 1: Shirdi Temple & Shignapur Visit

Pune to Shirdi, Maharashtra on May 1, 2025

7:00am

Departure from Pune to Shirdi

Start early from Pune to reach Shirdi by early afternoon via cab (approx. 5 hours).
INR 3500 (cab), 5h

12:00pm

Sai Baba Temple Visit

Visit Sai Baba Temple which is open from 4 AM to 11 PM for darshan and blessings.
Free, 2h

2:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Sai Jaisa

Enjoy affordable Maharashtrian thali meals suitable for family, budget-friendly and filling.
INR 300 per person, 1h

3:30pm

Visit Shani Shingnapur

Visit the famous Shani Shingnapur temple and the unique doorless village, open 24 hours, about 15 km from Shirdi.
Free, 1.5h

6:00pm

Dinner and Night Stay in Shirdi

Family-friendly budget hotel options are available with rooms around INR 1200 to INR 1500 for the night; dinner at hotel or nearby restaurant costing approx INR 200 per person.
INR 1400 room, INR 200 per person dinner, Overnight
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Day 2: Grishneshwar Temple & Ellora Caves

Shirdi to Aurangabad, Maharashtra on May 2, 2025

4:00am

Early Morning Drive to Aurangabad

Depart Shirdi early morning by cab to Aurangabad (approx.140 km, 3 hours) to utilise full day.
INR 2500 (cab), 3h

7:30am

Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple Visit

Visit the Grishneshwar Temple, open 6 AM to 7 PM, near Aurangabad, for a peaceful darshan.
Free, 1.5h

9:00am

Breakfast near Temple

Have a budget-friendly local breakfast to energize for the day ahead.
INR 150 per person, 0.5h

9:30am

Ellora Caves Visit

Explore the world-famous Ellora Caves (open 9 AM to 5:30 PM) after the temple visit.
INR 40 per adult, INR 20 per child, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at Aurangabad

Enjoy affordable meals at local eateries perfect for a family budget.
INR 250 per person, 1h

1:30pm

Relax or Shop in Aurangabad Markets

Spend time visiting handicraft markets or resting at hotel.
Free, 2h

4:00pm

Dinner

Early dinner at family-friendly restaurant in Aurangabad to prepare for next day.
INR 200 per person, 1.5h

6:00pm

Overnight Stay in Aurangabad

Budget hotel stay at approx INR 1200 per room for family; rest and prepare for Bhimashankar visit.
INR 1200 room, Overnight
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Day 3: Bhimashankar Temple Visit

Aurangabad to Bhimashankar, Maharashtra on May 3, 2025

6:00am

Drive to Bhimashankar

Start early by cab from Aurangabad to Bhimashankar temple (approx. 210 km, 5 hours).
INR 3500 (cab), 5h

11:00am

Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga Darshan

Visit Bhimashankar Temple, open 5 AM to 8 PM, a beautiful and serene Jyotirlinga site.
Free, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at Bhimashankar Local Dining

Enjoy simple, affordable meals at guesthouses or local restaurants near temple.
INR 250 per person, 1h

2:00pm

Explore Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary

Family nature walk or light sightseeing within the sanctuary for a refreshing experience.
Free, 2h

4:30pm

Light Snacks

Have snacks and tea at local stalls before journey to next destination.
INR 150 per person, 1h

6:00pm

Night Travel to Triambakeshwar

Drive overnight by cab (~85 km, 3 hours) to reach Triambakeshwar early morning, bypassing night stay cost.
INR 1800 (cab), 3h
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Day 4: Triambakeshwar Temple & Return

Triambakeshwar to Pune, Maharashtra on May 4, 2025

5:30am

Triambakeshwar Jyotirlinga Darshan

Visit Triambakeshwar temple early morning, open from 6 AM, famous for religious significance and natural beauty.
Free, 1.5h

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel Panchavati

Family-friendly and affordable vegetarian breakfast to energise for drive back.
INR 250 per person, 0.5h

7:30am

Drive Back to Pune

Return to Pune (approx. 95 km, 3 hours) arriving before midday to conclude trip smoothly.
INR 2000 (cab), 3h

11:30am

Arrival in Pune & Trip End

Return to Pune with enriching memories of Jyotirlingas and spiritual journey with family.
Free, End
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