One Day Excursion from Shirdi to Shani Shingnapur and Nearby Attractions

Day 1: Temple Tour

Shirdi and Shani Shingnapur, Maharashtra, India on June 8, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel Sai Jaita

Enjoy a traditional Maharashtrian breakfast featuring sabudana khichdi and fresh chai at this popular local hotel in Shirdi, open from 7am.
INR150, 0h45m

8:30am

Travel to Shani Shingnapur

Drive approximately 30 km east to visit the famous Shani Shingnapur temple, dedicated to Lord Shani, open from 5am to 9pm.
INR200 (transport), 0h45m

9:15am

Visit Shani Shingnapur Temple

Explore the unique village known for its houses without doors and the revered Shani statue that is believed to protect from evil. Spend time enjoying the spiritual atmosphere.
Free entry, 1h

10:30am

Visit Anwa Ganpati Temple

A short 10-minute drive from Shani Shingnapur, this ancient temple is dedicated to Lord Ganpati and offers serene surroundings.
Free entry, 0h45m

12:00pm

Lunch at Hotel Shani Darshan

Dine on traditional Maharashtrian thali meals at Hotel Shani Darshan near Shani Shingnapur, open till 3pm, featuring authentic flavours and vegetarian options.
INR300, 1h

1:30pm

Return to Shirdi

Drive back to Shirdi from Shani Shingnapur, about 30 km west, enjoying the rural landscape of Maharashtra.
INR200 (transport), 0h45m

2:15pm

Visit Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir

Spend the afternoon at the peaceful Sai Baba temple complex in Shirdi, an iconic pilgrimage site open from 4am to 9:30pm.
Free entry, 1h30m

4:00pm

Relax with Evening Tea at Uncle's Kitchen

Enjoy a relaxing cup of tea and snacks at Uncle's Kitchen, a cosy cafe near the temple, open till 7pm.
INR100, 0h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Madhuban

End your day with a delicious dinner of North Indian and Maharashtrian cuisine at Hotel Madhuban in Shirdi, open till 10pm.
INR400, 1h
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