Spiritual Journey from Mumbai to Manilaxmi and Palitana Temples in Gujarat

Day 1: Travel & Explore Manilaxmi

Mumbai, India to Manilaxmi, Gujarat, India on May 5, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Mumbai CST

Start your journey with a hearty traditional Maharashtrian breakfast at the iconic CST station eateries, serving fresh idli and vada to fuel your early trip.
INR200, 1h0m

8:00AM

Travel Mumbai to Manilaxmi Jain Temple

Board a train or hire a car for the approximately 8-hour journey covering around 600km to Manilaxmi, Gujarat, ensuring you reach by late afternoon for temple visits.
INR1500, 8h0m

4:30PM

Visit Manilaxmi Jain Temple

Explore the serene Manilaxmi Jain Temple, renowned for its intricate architecture and peaceful atmosphere, ideal for evening prayer and reflection.
Free, 1h30m

6:00PM

Dinner at Local Gujarati Eatery

Enjoy a traditional Gujarati thali dinner nearby, featuring dishes like dhokla, kadhi, and thepla, capturing local flavors and hospitality.
INR400, 1h0m

Day 2: Explore Palitana Temples

Manilaxmi, Gujarat, India to Palitana, Gujarat, India on May 6, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a wholesome breakfast featuring fresh fruits and local Gujarati specialties at your accommodation.
INR300, 1h0m

8:30AM

Travel to Palitana

Take a short 1.5-hour drive to Palitana, the famous Jain pilgrimage site with stunning temples perched on the Shatrunjaya hills.
INR500, 1h30m

10:00AM

Climb and Explore Palitana Temples

Spend your morning climbing the approximately 3,800 steps leading to the Palitana Jain Temples, an architectural marvel and deeply sacred site, open for pilgrims and visitors from 5AM to 6PM.
Free, 4h0m

2:00PM

Lunch at Local Restaurant

Refuel with a light and tasty lunch featuring Gujarati delicacies and thalis at Palitana town after your temple visit.
INR350, 1h0m

3:30PM

Visit Palitana Museum or Market

Explore the nearby museum dedicated to Jain culture or stroll through local markets for souvenirs and religious artifacts.
INR100, 1h30m

6:00PM

Dinner and Overnight Stay in Palitana

Enjoy a peaceful dinner featuring regional Gujarati cuisine at your hotel or a recommended restaurant nearby, preparing for the next day's return journey.
INR400, 1h0m

Day 3: Return to Mumbai

Palitana, Gujarat, India to Mumbai, India on May 7, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast and Checkout

Have an early breakfast at your hotel before checking out and preparing for your journey back to Mumbai.
INR300, 1h0m

8:00AM

Travel Palitana to Mumbai

Begin your return trip by road or train covering approximately 600km, arriving into Mumbai by late afternoon or evening.
INR1500, 8h0m

5:00PM

Arrive Mumbai CST and Dinner

Conclude your spiritual journey with a relaxing dinner at a well-known Mumbai restaurant such as Trishna for coastal Indian seafood specialties.
INR700, 1h0m