2-Day Ahmedabad to Khatu Shyam Temple Train Journey & Spiritual Retreat

Day 1: Travel and Explore

Ahmedabad to Khatu Shyam, India on June 8, 2025

6:30am

Early Breakfast at Manek Chowk

Enjoy authentic Gujarati breakfast of fafda, jalebi and chai at Manek Chowk, which opens early and is ideal to fuel up before your train journey.
INR150, 1h0m

8:00am

Train Departure from Ahmedabad Junction

Board the morning train from Ahmedabad Junction to Sikar (nearest major railhead to Khatu Shyam). The journey takes approximately 8-9 hours, so enjoy scenic views during travel.
INR300, 8h0m

4:30pm

Arrive at Sikar and Transfer to Khatu Shyam

After arriving at Sikar, take a taxi or auto-rickshaw for the 25 km ride to Khatu Shyam village, known for the sacred Shyam temple.
INR400, 1h0m

6:00pm

Check-in and Rest at Local Guesthouse

Settle into a guesthouse close to the temple and freshen up before evening temple activities.
INR800, 1h0m

7:00pm

Evening Darshan at Khatu Shyam Temple

Attend the peaceful evening aarti at the Khatu Shyam temple which runs until 8:30pm, experiencing the spiritual ambience and rituals first-hand.
Free, 1h30m

8:30pm

Dinner at Local Rajasthani Dhaba

Savour traditional Rajasthani cuisine such as dal bati churma and gatte ki sabzi at a popular dhaba near the temple open till 10pm.
INR250, 1h0m
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Day 2: Temple Visit and Return

Khatu Shyam, India to Ahmedabad on June 9, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Guesthouse

Enjoy a hearty breakfast with local cuisine like poha and sweet lassi to prepare for the day.
INR100, 0h45m

8:30am

Morning Darshan and Explore Temple Complex

Visit the Khatu Shyam temple early morning to avoid crowds and explore the temple's surroundings including the kund and holy precincts.
Free, 1h30m

10:00am

Visit Shyam Kund and Local Markets

Walk to Shyam Kund for a serene experience and shop for souvenir religious items and handicrafts in the local market nearby.
INR200, 1h0m

11:30am

Lunch at Restaurant near Temple

Relish simple and tasty thali meals at a restaurant close to the temple serving authentic Rajasthani flavours.
INR300, 1h0m

1:00pm

Return to Sikar Railway Station

Take a taxi back to Sikar station for your train journey back to Ahmedabad.
INR400, 1h0m

3:00pm

Train Departure from Sikar to Ahmedabad

Board an afternoon train to Ahmedabad; settle in for the scenic ride back which lasts approximately 8-9 hours.
INR300, 8h0m

11:00pm

Arrival at Ahmedabad Junction

Reach Ahmedabad late at night concluding your spiritual and cultural two-day trip.
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