4-Day Spiritual and Historical Journey from Mumbai to Pandharpur, Akkalkot, Tuljapur, and More

Day 1: Spiritual Start

Mumbai to Pandharpur, Akkalkot, Tuljapur, India on June 4, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Theobroma, Mumbai

Enjoy fresh pastries and coffee to start your journey with delicious Mumbai bakery flavors. Opens at 7am.
INR300, 1h0m

8:00am

Travel Mumbai to Pandharpur

Drive approximately 6 hours (roughly 430 km) south-east to reach the famous pilgrimage town of Pandharpur.
Transport cost varies, 6h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Samrat, Pandharpur

Have a wholesome Maharashtrian thali near the Vitthal temple to enjoy local flavors.
INR400, 1h0m

3:00pm

Visit Vitthal-Rukmini Temple, Pandharpur

The most revered pilgrimage site for devotees of Lord Vitthal. Visit the temple open until 8pm to witness spiritual rituals.
Free, 1h30m

5:00pm

Travel from Pandharpur to Akkalkot

Drive for about 1.5 hours (80 km) to Akkalkot to visit the Shri Swami Samarth Maharaj temple.
Transport cost varies, 1h30m

6:30pm

Visit Shri Swami Samarth Temple, Akkalkot

A spiritually significant temple that honors the revered saint. The temple closes at 8pm.
Free, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel Raj Bahwan, Akkalkot

Enjoy local cuisine including traditional Maharashtrian dishes in this well-rated eatery.
INR400, 1h0m

9:00pm

Travel to Tuljapur

Drive approximately 1 hour (50 km) to Tuljapur for overnight stay close to the renowned Tulja Bhavani temple.
Transport cost varies, 1h0m

Day 2: Temple Tours

Tuljapur, Parli Vaijnath, Mahurgad Fort, Maharashtra, India on June 5, 2025

6:30am

Visit Tulja Bhavani Temple

Start early to visit this famous temple dedicated to Goddess Bhavani, open from 5am to 9pm, and a major Shakti Peeth.
Free, 2h0m

8:30am

Breakfast at local hotel, Tuljapur

Savor hot poha and chai, typical Maharashtrian breakfast options.
INR150, 0h45m

9:15am

Travel Tuljapur to Parli Vaijnath

Drive about 45 minutes (40 km) to Parli Vaijnath to visit the Jyotirlinga temple.
Transport cost varies, 0h45m

10:00am

Visit Parli Vaijnath Temple

One of the 12 important Jyotirlinga shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva, open 5am to 9pm.
Free, 1h30m

11:30am

Travel to Mahurgad Fort

Drive 30 mins (20 km) to explore the historic Mahurgad Fort, open from 9am to 5pm. Ideal for history buffs.
INR20, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at local eatery near Mahurgad

Try traditional Maharashtrian dishes like thalipeeth and sol kadhi in a local setting.
INR300, 1h0m

2:00pm

Travel Parli Vaijnath to Ajanta

It's a long drive of around 4 hours (210 km) from Parli Vaijnath to Ajanta Caves, so start early.
Transport cost varies, 4h0m

6:00pm

Check-in and Dinner near Ajanta

Enjoy a relaxed dinner at your guesthouse or local restaurant featuring Indian and Maharashtrian cuisines.
INR500, 1h0m

Day 3: Cave Exploration

Ajanta & Ellora Caves, Nevasa, Maharashtra, India on June 6, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel near Ajanta

Start the day with a light breakfast featuring fresh fruit and Indian breads.
INR300, 0h45m

8:15am

Visit Ajanta Caves

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage rock-cut Buddhist caves famous for ancient murals, open 9am-5pm.
INR50, 3h30m

12:00pm

Travel to Ellora Caves

Drive about 1 hour (35 km) to Ellora Caves, another UNESCO site combining Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain monuments.
Transport cost varies, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Ellora Caves Food Court

Enjoy a simple Indian vegetarian meal nearby to refuel after morning exploration.
INR300, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Ellora Caves

Explore the intricate caves and the impressive Kailasa temple until closing at 5:30pm.
INR50, 3h0m

5:30pm

Travel to Nevasa

Drive approximately 3.5 hours (160 km) to Nevasa for an overnight stay near this historic town.
Transport cost varies, 3h30m

9:00pm

Dinner and rest in Nevasa

Enjoy dinner at a local hotel serving Maharashtrian specialties before rest.
INR400, 1h0m

Day 4: Pilgrimage Return

Nevasa to Shani Shingnapur, Dehu, Alandi, Mumbai, India on June 7, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast at hotel, Nevasa

Start early with a hearty regional breakfast to prepare for a busy day.
INR250, 0h45m

7:15am

Travel Nevasa to Shani Shingnapur

Drive about 2 hours (95 km) to the famous Shani Shingnapur village known for its open-air temple of Shani.
Transport cost varies, 2h0m

9:15am

Visit Shani Shingnapur Temple

Explore this unique temple famous for lacking locks on homes, open 6am-9pm.
Free, 1h0m

10:15am

Travel Shani Shingnapur to Dehu

Drive approx 1.5 hours (70 km) to Dehu, the hometown of Saint Tukaram.
Transport cost varies, 1h30m

11:45am

Visit Sant Tukaram Temple, Dehu

Visit the temple dedicated to the revered Marathi saint, open 6am-8pm.
Free, 1h0m

12:45pm

Lunch at local restaurant, Dehu

Try simple Maharashtrian dishes like sabudana khichdi in nearby eating spots.
INR250, 1h0m

1:45pm

Travel Dehu to Alandi

Drive about 45 minutes (35 km) to Alandi, known for the Sant Dnyaneshwar temple.
Transport cost varies, 0h45m

2:30pm

Visit Sant Dnyaneshwar Temple, Alandi

Explore this important pilgrimage site, open till 8pm, to learn about Marathi saint literature and culture.
Free, 1h0m

3:30pm

Return Travel Alandi to Mumbai

Drive approximately 2 hours (50 km) back to Mumbai concluding the journey.
Transport cost varies, 2h0m

5:30pm

Dinner in Mumbai at Bademiya, Colaba

Celebrate the end of your journey with delicious kebabs and Indian street food in Mumbai's iconic eatery open till midnight.
INR500, 1h0m