Day 1: Arrival b Bhimashankar & Saras Baug Ganpati Temple
On arrival, proceed to visit the sacred Bhimashankar Temple, one of the twelve revered Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, nestled in the Sahyadri hills. Later, return towards Pune and visit the famous Saras Baug Ganpati Temple, dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Overnight stay at hotel in Pune.
Day 2: Pune b Aurangabad b Grishneshwar & Ellora Caves
After breakfast, drive to Aurangabad. On arrival, visit the Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, located near Ellora, which is considered the last (12th) Jyotirlinga in the series. Also explore the world heritage site Ellora Caves, renowned for their rock-cut architecture and Kailasa Temple. Overnight stay at Aurangabad.
Day 3: Excursion to Parli Vaijnath & Aundha Nagnath
Today, proceed for a long drive to visit Parli Vaijnath Jyotirlinga Temple, believed to grant liberation from ailments and sins. Later, continue to Aundha Nagnath Temple, an ancient Jyotirlinga shrine associated with the Pandavas. After darshan, return to Aurangabad for overnight stay.
Day 4: Aurangabad b Shirdi / Nashik b Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga
After breakfast, drive towards Shirdi for darshan of Shri Sai Baba Temple (optional as per preference). Later proceed to Nashik and visit the sacred Trimbakeshwar Temple, another important Jyotirlinga located at the source of river Godavari. Overnight stay at Nashik.
Day 5: Nashik b Trimbakeshwar Darshan & Departure
In the morning, you may once again seek blessings at Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga Temple. Later, transfer to the railway station/airport for your onward journey with divine memories of the Jyotirlinga darshan.
