4-Day Vegetarian Travel Itinerary: Hyderabad to Shirdi, Shanisingnapur, Ellora & Return

Day 1: Travel to Shirdi

Hyderabad to Shirdi, India on June 1, 2025

8:00PM

Start AC Sleeper Bus from Hyderabad to Shirdi

Board an AC sleeper bus from Hyderabad in the evening to Shirdi; this overnight journey ensures a comfortable trip with restful sleep.
INR1000, 10h0m
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Day 2: Shirdi Pilgrimage

Shirdi, Maharashtra, India on June 2, 2025

7:00AM

Arrive in Shirdi and Check-in

Arrive in Shirdi early morning and check into an AC vegetarian accommodation such as the St Laurn Meditation & Spa Hotel for comfort and convenience near the temple.
INR1500, 1h0m

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a wholesome vegetarian breakfast at the hotel with local Maharashtrian dishes to energize for the day ahead.
Included, 1h0m

9:30AM

Visit Shri Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir

Explore the main temple where Sai Baba’s Samadhi lies; it is the spiritual highlight of Shirdi and best visited in the early morning to avoid crowds.
Free, 2h0m

12:00PM

Lunch at Baba’s Kitchen

Dine at Baba’s Kitchen, a pure vegetarian restaurant known for its simple and delicious Marathi meal, perfect for a filling lunch after temple visits.
INR250, 1h0m

2:00PM

Explore Dwarkamai and Chavadi

Visit Dwarkamai, the mosque where Sai Baba lived, and Chavadi, where he used to sleep on alternate nights, soaking in historical significance.
Free, 2h0m

5:00PM

Dinner at Shri Sai Veg Restaurant

Enjoy a peaceful vegetarian dinner with items like dal, rice, and chapati at Shri Sai Veg Restaurant, close to temple premises.
INR300, 1h0m
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Day 3: Shanisingnapur and Travel

Shanisingnapur to Ellora, Maharashtra, India on June 3, 2025

7:00AM

Early Breakfast and Checkout

Have an early vegetarian breakfast at the hotel before checking out to head to Shanisingnapur.
Included, 1h0m

8:30AM

Travel to Shanisingnapur

Drive about 1.5 hours (approx. 75 km) to Shanisingnapur, a village famous for its unique Hanuman temple with no doors.
INR1500 by taxi, 1h30m

10:00AM

Visit Shanisingnapur Hanuman Temple

Visit the doorless temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, a remarkable example of faith and the local security system.
Free, 1h0m

11:30AM

Travel to Ellora Caves

Drive approximately 1.5 hours (approx. 75 km) to Ellora, renowned for its ancient rock-cut caves combining Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain monuments.
INR1500 by taxi, 1h30m

1:00PM

Check-in to AC Vegetarian Hotel in Aurangabad

Check-in to a comfortable AC vegetarian hotel such as Hotel Krishna Palace located near Ellora caves for rest and refreshment.
INR1800, 1h0m

2:00PM

Lunch at Hotel Krishna Palace

Enjoy authentic vegetarian Maharashtra cuisine for lunch at the hotel restaurant, offering a peaceful ambience.
INR300, 1h0m

3:00PM

Visit Ellora Caves

Explore the UNESCO-listed Ellora Caves (open 9AM–5:30PM), admiring the intricate rock-cut temples and the impressive Kailasa temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
INR40 for Indians, INR600 for foreigners, 3h0m

6:30PM

Dinner at Hotel Krishna Palace

Relish a wholesome vegetarian dinner featuring local and North Indian dishes at the hotel restaurant, winding down after a culturally rich day.
INR350, 1h0m
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Day 4: Return Journey

Ellora to Hyderabad, India on June 4, 2025

6:30AM

Early Breakfast and Checkout

Enjoy a quick vegetarian breakfast at the hotel before checking out to begin your journey back to Hyderabad.
Included, 1h0m

7:30AM

Travel to Aurangabad Railway Station

Drive approximately 30 minutes to Aurangabad railway station to catch the AC sleeper train or bus back to Hyderabad.
INR400 taxi, 0h30m

9:00AM

Board AC Sleeper Train/Bus to Hyderabad

Board an AC sleeper train or bus returning to Hyderabad; this journey will provide comfort and rest after your trip.
INR1200, 10h0m

7:00PM

Arrive in Hyderabad

Arrive back in Hyderabad in the evening with memories of a spiritually enriching and culturally broad trip.
Free, N/A
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