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Maharashtra Jyotirlingam Tour With Ajanta & Ellora Cave

MUMBAI – TRIMBAKESHWAR – NASHIK – SHIRDI – AURANGABAD – GHRISHNESHWAR –PUNE – BHIMASHANKAR

Duration

8 Days

Tour Type

Pilgrimage Tour

Group Size

25 persons

Location

India

Overview

Embark on an enriching 8-day tour of Maharashtra, exploring the spiritual essence and architectural brilliance of the region. Begin in Mumbai, where you'll visit iconic landmarks such as the Gateway of India and Mahalaxmi Temple. Travel to Trimbakeshwar, a revered Jyotirlingam shrine, and continue to Nashik, known for its tranquil temples and vineyards. Experience the spiritual atmosphere of Shirdi, the sacred hometown of Sai Baba, a significant pilgrimage site for devotees.

Discover the ancient wonders of Aurangabad, home to the UNESCO-listed Ajanta and Ellora Caves. Marvel at the stunning rock-cut sculptures and vibrant murals that showcase India's rich cultural heritage. Visit Ghrishneshwar and Bhimashankar, two additional Jyotirlingams, enhancing your spiritual journey. This captivating tour offers a blend of spiritual exploration, historical discovery, and Maharashtra culture, allowing you to experience the profound legacy of this incredible state.

Know before you go

  • Meeting and assistance by our representative, Airport to hotel & vice versa transfers as per the itinerary.
  • Welcome with garlands on arrival.
  • Sightseeing services using air-conditioned transport with the driver as per the tour programme.
  • Accommodation to choose from in standard hotels offering 3-star facilities or superior hotels offering good 4-star facilities or deluxe hotels offering 5-star standard facilities with breakfast in all the places. Double or twin sharing shall be provided as per your preference.
  • Parking fees, fuel charges, driver allowance are all included.
  • Services of an English speaking local guide is included only during the sightseeing tour as per the programme.
  • A small group size of a minimum of 4 people is required for any particular date and in case of fewer numbers on any particular date, we will give you the option of date change or still travel on the same date by paying a slight supplement.
  • Rates are based on using standard hotels offering 3-star facilities with the option of upgrading to superior and deluxe categories offering 4 star and 5-star facilities respectively at a slight supplement.
  • All taxes are included.

Itinerary

DAY 01 : MUMBAI ARRIVAL
Reach Mumbai Airport / Railway Station. Pickup & Drop to hotel. Later visit Gateway of India & Mahalaxmi Temple. Evening explore Zuhu Beach. Dinner & Overnight stay at Mumbai.
DAY 02 : MUMBAI – TRIMBAKESHWAR - NASHIK (201 KM / 3-4 HRS)
Morning after breakfast, drive towards Nashik via Trimbakeshwar. Reach Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga Shrine & Complete your darshan and Pooja. Then drive towards Nashik. Reach & Check: in Hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Nashik.
DAY 03 : NASHIK – SHIRDI – AURANGABAD (200 KM / 3-4 HRS)
Morning after breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Shridi (Sai Baba Temple). After explore and darshan drive towards Aurangabad. Reach & Check: in Hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Aurangabad.
DAY 04 : AURANGABAD – GRISHNESHWAR – ELLORA CAVE – AURANGABAD (70 KM ROUND TRIP)
Morning after breakfast, drive to Grishneshwar another Jyotirlinga Shrine. Complete your darshan & Pooja. Then Visit Ellora Cave. Another World Heritage Site that the town boasts of, are the Ellora caves that one must not miss while in Aurangabad. The sculptures here, represent elements of three religions and do so grandly and beautifully. Evening return back to hotel. You are free for your own activity, explore local market or rest in hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Aurangabad.
DAY 05 : AURANGABAD - AJANTA CAVE – BIBI KA MAQBARA – DAULATABAD FORT
Morning After breakfast, Visit Ajanta Cave the Ajanta caves is a set of 3rock-cutut Buddhist caves that date back to the period between 2nd century BC and 650 CE. The Ajanta caves are considered one of the most prestigious monuments of India as they house many beautiful paintings and sculptures depicting the rich cultural heritage of India. Later visit Bibi Ka Maqbara & Daulatabad Fort. Dinner & Overnight stay at Aurangabad.
DAY 06 : AURANGABAD – PUNE (235 KM / 5-6 HRS)
Morning after breakfast, drive towards Pune via Ahmednagar. Reach and check: in hotel. Visit Shanivar wada & Aga Khan Palace. Dinner & Overnight stay at Pune.
DAY 07 : PUNE – BHIMASHANKAR – MUMBAI (305 KM / 5-6 HRS)
Morning after breakfast, drive to Bhimashankar another Jyotirlinga Shrine. After darshan & Pooja drive towards Mumbai. Reach Mumbai & Check: in Hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Mumbai.
DAY 08 : DEPARTURE
Morning after breakfast, Check out from the hotel. Will drop at Railway Station / Airport for your onward return journey.

Included/Excluded

Airport Pick up & Drop

Hotel Stay as per Package & Plan on double/ Triple

Breakfast & Dinner

Transfer & Sightseen as per itinerary

Road Tax, Toll Tax, Fuel & Driver Allowance

All Applicable hotel taxes

Anything not mention under include section

GST

Lunch not include in package

Tour Guide

All personal Expense, Optional tour & Extra Meals

Medical & Travel Insurance

Any kind of entry fee and monument charges

All items of Personal nature

Travel Styles

Cultural
Nature & Adventure
Meeting & Assistance
Independent
Activities
Festival & Events
Special Interest
Sightseeing

Facilities

Wifi
Gymnasium
Restaurant
Reception
Room Service
Dinning & Bar
Experiential Options
Activities

FAQs & Important Travel and Package Info

What are Important Travel & Package Info

Exclusions

  • Return international flights, Visas, Insurance and items of personal nature.

Age restrictions

  • This visit is focused on guests aged 18 years or more seasoned For youngsters and child accompanied by the adults.

Tour occupancy

  • Minimum number for any tour date is 2 persons travelling together.
  • For solo travellers a single occupancy room is allocated.

Passport and Visa Requirements

  • All guests require a visa with a minimum validity of 6 months which should be beyond your return travel date is required for all passengers.
  • All Guests need visa and same should be applied in advance, do contact us for any assistance you may need.
  • It is the visitors responsibility to ensure they are holding the correct and current visa for the countries they are visiting.
  • Important: We suggest to arrange your visa at least 2-8 weeks prior to departure just incase for any delays due to consulate operating hours and processing times.

Travel Insurance

  • We recommend you purchase travel insurance as soon as possible after purchasing this package.

Health & vaccination

  • Travellers are advised to check with their local health professional at least 45 days prior to departure, as some vaccinations require 30 days or more to be effective.
    Health care such as a doctor’s surgery, dentist and optometrists may not always be accessible on this tour. It is advised that you ensure you have adequate health insurance cover as part of your travel insurance.

Tipping

  • Tipping or porterages are not included and are entirely on your discretion while on tour.

Fitness requirements

  • Travellers should have a good level of physical fitness and mobility. They must be able to partake unaided in their chosen activities/package tours/cruise etc. as outlined in the itinerary.

Dietary Requirements

  • Any dietary necessities should be received by Special Holiday at least 7 days prior your scheduled departure date. Failure to provide these details by this date may result in an inability to cater for your requirements.
  • By and large Special Holiday tries to cater for your pre booked dietary requirements but please note that on occasion, this may not be possible due to location, lack of availability of ingredients, and other extenuating circumstances. It is always advised to carry supplies with you.

Transfers

  • All airport and hotel transfers are included in the tour from the day of your arrival as per the package.

Documentation

  • Any applicable pre trip or tour documentation will be emailed to you prior to travelling. Should you have any queries regarding this please feel free to contact us directly via email at support@specialHolidays.com.

Special Holiday savings

  • The value and comparative savings have been determined based on published rack rates and the value of inclusions. Please be advised that rack rates may not be reflective of actual rates being charged, dependent on the timing and manner of your booking and therefore are only indicative of the level of saving.

Itinerary amendments & changes

  • Occasionally our itineraries are updated prior to departure to incorporate improvements stemming from past travellers’ feedback as well as updates from our ground operators. Please note that while we operate successful tours in this region throughout the year, some changes may be necessary due to inclement weather, public holidays, common seasonal changes to timetables and transport routes, and unforeseen circumstances. This can happen with little notice so please be prepared for modifications to the route. The order and timing of included activities may also vary from time to time.

Availability

  • ll Special Holiday trips are available on a request only basis and are subject to availability. Once booked you should receive a payment confirmation and receipt via email, followed by a booking confirmation normally within 48hrs of making a booking, sometimes this can take a little longer subject to supplier delay.
  • If you have not received your confirmation within 2 business days of payment confirmation please contact us immediately by email at support@specialholidays.com.
  • In the event that your trip is unavailable for the dates you have chosen we will contact you by telephone to advise the next available dates.

Surcharges

  • Any prices quoted exclude specific costs/measures which may be introduced at a later stage as a result of Government changes due to COVID-19 health and safety restrictions. Special Holiday will inform its guests of these changes as soon as possible, these additional charges will be passed on by Special Holiday to the guest.

Name change or corrections

  • Name corrections or corrections may incur a fee.
  • After bookings are fully paid, any amendment has to be requested in writing and may incur a fee per person plus any additional costs and administrative expenses incurred in arranging the amendment.

Date changes

  • Date changes perhaps allowed at a slight fees.

Refunds

  • Kindly refer to our booking conditions for all information on refunds.
    SpecialHolidays reserves the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to the website's terms and conditions.
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