Nashik Shirdi Bhimashankar 05N / 06D

A 6-day ex-Mumbai spiritual circuit covering Jyotirlingas, Sai Baba, and Marathwada heritage. Start with 1 night in Shirdi for Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir aarti, Dwarkamai, and Chavadi. Drive to Aurangabad for 1 night to visit Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga and Ellora Caves with Kailasa Temple. Continue to Nashik for 1 night covering Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga, Panchavati, and Kalaram Temple. Next, head to Bhimashankar for 1 night to visit Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga set deep in Sahyadri forests, a key Shakti and Shiva site. Return to Mumbai for 1 night to close the loop. Includes 5N AC stays with breakfast + dinner, private cab for the full route, temple assistance, and darshan facilitation. Perfect for devotees wanting Shirdi + 3 Jyotirlingas + Ellora in one comprehensive trip.

• Day 01 : Arrive Mumbai - depart for Shirdi (250Kms, 5.5 Hrs drive)

  Upon arrival in Mumbai Airport - drive to Shirdi and check into hotel. After fresh up visit Mahasamadhi temple of Sri Sai Baba. Abode of one of Maharashtra's most revered saint -- Sai Baba of Shirdi. Popularly known as the 'Child of God', Sai Baba preached tolerance towards all religions and the message of universal brotherhood. Every activity at Shirdi revolves around the vast temple complex dedicated to Sai Baba. Devotees start queuing up in the early hours of dawn to catch a glimpse and seek the blessings of the life-size statue of Sai Baba. Evening join the special Aarti in the temple. Back to hotel.
  Overnight stay in Hotel

• Day 02 : Shirdi – Perform Kakkad Aarti / Aurangabad Via Shani Signapur

  Early morning visit the temple to perform Kakkad Aarti in the Sai Temple. Back to hotel for breakfast. Later check out and depart for Aurangabad. Enroute visit Shani Signapur located 70kms far from Shirdi. The presiding deity of Shinganapur, Sri Shaneshwara or Lord Shanidev- the personification of the planet Saturn is worshipped with utmost reverence and devotion by multitudes of people from all over the world. The spectacle of the deity in black stone is overwhelming. A unique aspect of this place is, that no temple structure houses the Shanidev. There is only a simple platform on which stands the swayambhu idol, in black stone. Later in the afternoon depart for Aurangabad. Visit - Ellora Caves/ Grineshwar Jyotirlingas Temple. Evening check into hotel. Rest of time free at leisure.
  Overnight stay in hotel.

• Day 03 : Aurangabad – Nashik (180 Kms, 4 Hrs drive)

  Post breakfast at hotel check out and drive to Nashik which is located in the northwest of financial capital city of Mumbai. It is one of the holiest Hindu cities. Kumbhmela is held here once in 12 years along with four other cities in India. On arrival check into hotel. After fresh up city tour of Temples including Trimbakeshwar Temple, the Naroshankar Temple, the Sundernarayan Temple and Pachwati etc.
   Overnight stay at hotel.

• Day 04 : Nashik – Bhimashankar (200 Kms, 4.5 hrs drive)

  Post breakfast at hotel depart for Bhimashankar Jyotirlingas Temple located 110Kms far from Pune. Bhimashankar is also the source of the river Bhima, which flows southeast and merges with the Krishna River near Raichur. It is a good paradise for nature lovers, trekkers, jungle lovers and bird watchers as well. On reaching check into hotel.
   Overnight stay in Hotel.

• Day 05 : Bhimashankar – Mumbai (250 Kms, 5 Hrs drive)

  After breakfast at hotel check out and depart for Mumbai. On reaching check into hotel. Rest of time free at leisure.
  Overnight stay in hotel.

• Day 06 : Mumbai – Sightseeing / Airport Departure

  Post breakfast at hotel explore the mesmerizing and the most populous city of India. It is also called the financial capital of India where the multinational companies flourishing in a big way. The city is established on what was once an archipelago of Seven Islands. Over the years, it saw many changes and became the very popular business hub all around the world. Start your city tour and visit Gateway of India – one of the most famous landmarks built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to India. Here you can visit Prince of Wales Museum – close of the Gateway of India has a priceless collection of Art, sculpture, painting & traditional utensils. Later visit Siddhi Vinayak Temple, Dhobi Ghat, Haji Ali Mosque, Colaba Causeway shopping and CHOR Bazaar. Spend your time here by evening. Later scheduled transfer to Mumbai International Airport to board the flight for your home Town.
  Tour ends with happy memories.