2-Day Pilgrimage to Gajanan Maharaj Shegaon from Thane

Day 1: Travel and Temple Visit

Shegaon, India on May 16, 2025

5:00am

Departure from Thane

Leave early morning from Thane to Shegaon by road to avoid traffic and reach by noon. Prepare for about 5-6 hours journey.
INR0, 6h0m

11:00am

Breakfast stop en route

Stop at a highway restaurant such as 'Hotel Sai Snacks' on NH6 for a quick Maharashtrian breakfast like poha or misal pav.
INR150, 0h30m

12:30pm

Arrival and check-in at Shegaon hotel

Check-in to a hotel such as Hotel Shradha or similar for convenience near the temple area.
INR2500, 0h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Shradha

Enjoy simple, clean Maharashtrian vegetarian meals available at the hotel restaurant.
INR300, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Shri Sant Gajanan Maharaj Temple

Explore the famous temple dedicated to Saint Gajanan Maharaj. Experience the spiritual atmosphere and participate in the afternoon aarti if available. The temple is open from 5 AM to 9 PM.
INR0, 3h0m

5:30pm

Visit Gajanan Maharaj Museum and Library

Explore exhibits relating to the life and teachings of Gajanan Maharaj. It's a quiet and enlightening visit after temple darshan.
INR50, 1h0m

7:00pm

Evening refreshments

Have tea or coffee at a local tea stall near the temple complex.
INR50, 0h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel Shradha

Enjoy a comforting vegetarian dinner with local specialities like puran poli and dal rice.
INR300, 1h0m

8:30pm

Rest at Hotel

Relax and get a good night's rest before returning to Thane the next day.
INR0, overnight

Day 2: Return Journey

Shegaon to Thane, India on May 17, 2025

6:00am

Morning temple visit

Attend early morning darshan and morning aarti at Shri Sant Gajanan Maharaj Temple. The temple opens at 5:00 AM.
INR0, 1h0m

7:00am

Breakfast at local eatery

Have a traditional Maharashtrian breakfast such as sabudana khichdi at a nearby local restaurant.
INR150, 0h30m

7:30am

Checkout and depart for Thane

Start the return trip to Thane by road, aiming to arrive by early afternoon.
INR0, 6h0m

12:30pm

Lunch en route

Stop at a highway restaurant to refresh with a light lunch like vegetarian thali or sandwich.
INR200, 0h30m

2:30pm

Arrive at Thane

End of pilgrimage. Rest and relax at home after your spiritual trip to Shegaon.
INR0, End