4-Day Budget Family Trip from Pune Covering Maharashtra’s Jyotirlingas, Shirdi & Shignapur with Distance Details

Day 1: Shirdi Temple & Shignapur Visit

Pune to Shirdi, Maharashtra on May 1, 2025

7:00am

Departure from Pune to Shirdi

Depart early morning and cover approximately 120 km by cab to reach Shirdi by midday.
INR 3500 (cab), 5h

12:00pm

Sai Baba Temple Visit

Visit Sai Baba Temple, open 4 AM to 11 PM, for a spiritual experience near Shirdi centre.
Free, 2h

2:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Sai Jaisa

Enjoy affordable Maharashtrian meals here, ideal for family dining on budget.
INR 300 per person, 1h

3:30pm

Visit Shani Shingnapur

Travel approx. 15 km from Shirdi to visit the famous doorless Shani Shingnapur village and temple, open 24 hours.
Free, 1.5h

6:00pm

Dinner and Night Stay in Shirdi

Check into budget accommodation (INR 1200-1500 per room), with dinner around INR 200 per person nearby.
INR 1400 room, INR 200 per person dinner, Overnight

Day 2: Grishneshwar Temple & Ellora Caves

Shirdi to Aurangabad, Maharashtra on May 2, 2025

4:00am

Early Morning Drive to Aurangabad

Cover the 140 km distance from Shirdi to Aurangabad by cab early to maximise sightseeing time.
INR 2500 (cab), 3h

7:30am

Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple Visit

Visit the sacred Grishneshwar temple, open 6 AM - 7 PM, located near Aurangabad city.
Free, 1.5h

9:00am

Breakfast near Temple

Eat budget-friendly local breakfast to energise for the day's sightseeing.
INR 150 per person, 0.5h

9:30am

Ellora Caves Visit

Visit UNESCO World Heritage Ellora Caves, approx. 30 km from Aurangabad, open 9 AM - 5:30 PM.
INR 40 adults, INR 20 children, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at Aurangabad

Enjoy affordable family lunch at local eateries for authentic Maharashtrian cuisine.
INR 250 per person, 1h

1:30pm

Relax or Shop in Aurangabad Markets

Explore local markets or rest at hotel before evening activities.
Free, 2h

4:00pm

Dinner

Dine early at family-friendly restaurant with budget options.
INR 200 per person, 1.5h

6:00pm

Overnight Stay in Aurangabad

Book budget accommodation approx. INR 1200 per room for family stay.
INR 1200 room, Overnight

Day 3: Bhimashankar Temple Visit

Aurangabad to Bhimashankar, Maharashtra on May 3, 2025

6:00am

Drive to Bhimashankar

Travel approx. 210 km by cab from Aurangabad to Bhimashankar, starting early for temple darshan.
INR 3500 (cab), 5h

11:00am

Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga Darshan

Visit the revered Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga temple in serene surroundings, open 5 AM - 8 PM.
Free, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at Bhimashankar

Family-friendly affordable lunch at local eateries near the temple.
INR 250 per person, 1h

2:00pm

Explore Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary

Enjoy a family nature walk within the sanctuary for a refreshing afternoon experience.
Free, 2h

4:30pm

Light Snacks

Have evening tea and snacks at local stalls before departure.
INR 150 per person, 1h

6:00pm

Night Travel to Triambakeshwar

Drive approximately 85 km overnight by cab to Triambakeshwar to save on night stay costs, arriving early next morning.
INR 1800 (cab), 3h

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, renowned for its religious and scenic appeal.
Free, 1.5h

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel Panchavati

Affordable vegetarian breakfast serving local cuisine to start the day.
INR 250 per person, 0.5h

7:30am

Drive Back to Pune

Cover approx. 95 km journey from Triambakeshwar to Pune by cab, arriving by late morning.
INR 2000 (cab), 3h

11:30am

Arrival in Pune & Trip End

Conclude your spiritual and cultural family trip enriched with Jyotirlinga experiences.
Free, End