2-Day Spiritual Journey: Exploring Akaalkot, Pandharpur, Gangapur, and Tuljapur

Day 1: Spiritual Pilgrimage

Akaalkot and Pandharpur, India on May 29, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast at Shree Ganesh Upahar Gruh, Akaalkot

Start your day with traditional Maharashtrian breakfast including poha and misal pav in this popular local eatery, open from 6:30 AM.
INR 150, 1h0m

8:30AM

Visit Shri Swami Samarth Temple, Akaalkot

Explore this famed temple dedicated to Swami Samarth, a spiritual guru. The temple opens early and offers a peaceful atmosphere for meditation and darshan.
Free, 2h0m

10:30AM

Travel to Pandharpur

Begin the drive (~2 hours) towards Pandharpur to visit one of Maharashtra’s most revered pilgrimage sites, the Vitthal Temple.
Transport approx. INR 500, 2h0m

12:30PM

Lunch at Hotel Om Sai, Pandharpur

Enjoy a wholesome Maharashtrian thali with local flavors, conveniently located near the Vitthal Temple.
INR 300, 1h0m

1:30PM

Darshan at Vitthal Rukmini Temple, Pandharpur

Experience the spiritual aura of this iconic temple, which draws thousands of devotees daily. Allocate sufficient time for darshan and exploring the temple complex.
Free, 2h0m

3:30PM

Travel to Gangapur

Drive approximately 1 hour to Gangapur, home to the famous Lord Vitthal temple also known for its serene location.
Transport approx. INR 250, 1h0m

4:30PM

Visit Lord Vitthal Temple, Gangapur

Spend the late afternoon at this peaceful temple, renowned for its spiritual environment and beautiful premises.
Free, 1h0m

6:00PM

Dinner at Gangapur local restaurant

Savor a delicious dinner featuring local cuisine with dishes like bhakri and amti, open until 9 PM.
INR 250, 1h0m

7:30PM

Overnight stay in Gangapur

Check into a comfortable hotel offering rest and easy access to the next day’s destination.
Approx. INR 1000, Overnight
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Day 2: Temple Visits & Return

Tuljapur and Return on May 30, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at hotel, Gangapur

Simple and nourishing breakfast to energize for the day’s journey, typically including tea and local snacks.
Included in stay or INR 100, 1h0m

8:00AM

Travel to Tuljapur

Depart for Tuljapur, approximately 2 hours away, to visit the famous Tulja Bhavani Temple.
Transport approx. INR 500, 2h0m

10:00AM

Visit Tulja Bhavani Temple, Tuljapur

Explore this historic and highly revered temple dedicated to Goddess Bhavani, revered for its spiritual significance and stunning architecture.
Free, 2h0m

12:00PM

Lunch at Hotel Shivratna, Tuljapur

Enjoy authentic Maharashtrian dishes in a comfortable setting nearby the temple complex.
INR 300, 1h0m

1:00PM

Return Journey

Start your return trip to your original point or next destination after a fulfilling spiritual excursion.
Transport costs vary, Variable
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