Itinerary
- Day 1
Mumbai
You'll land at Mumbai airport where a representative meets you to handle your transfer to the hotel. After settling in, spend the rest of the day walking around and getting a feel for the city on your own terms. The energy here is electric, so just wander the neighborhoods at whatever pace works for you.
- Start point
- Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Western Express Hwy, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (As per flight schedule arrival transfer from airport to hotel., 00:00 - 23:55)
- Day 2
Mumbai
Following breakfast, head out on a full city tour. Start at the Gateway of India, then move through to the Elephanta Caves before walking the busy Colaba streets and checking out Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus. After lunch, you'll see Dhobi Ghat where people still wash clothes by hand, drive along Marine Drive, relax at the Hanging Gardens, and finish at Kamala Nehru Park for city views over Mumbai.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Gateway of India
- Explore Elephanta Caves
- Tour Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
- Visit Dhobi Ghat
- Drive along Marine Drive
- Visit Hanging Gardens
- Visit Kamala Nehru Park
Optional Activities
- Explore bustling streets of Colaba
Landmarks Gateway of India Elephanta Caves Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Dhobi Ghat Marine Drive Hanging Gardens Kamala Nehru Park 
- Day 3
Mumbai to Nashik
After breakfast, drive inland toward Nashik through nice scenery. The town's known for temples and also wine production, which you'll learn about later. Once you check in, visit Trimbakeshwar Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. In the evening, head to Sula Vineyards for a wine tasting where staff walk you through how they make their wines.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Trimbakeshwar Temple
- Wine-tasting experience at Sula Vineyards
Landmarks Trimbakeshwar Temple Sula Vineyards 
- Day 4
Nashik to Aurangabad
The morning focuses on Nashik's religious side, starting with Kalaram Temple and Sita Gufa in the Panchvati area. From there, make your way to Shirdi to visit the Sai Baba Temple, a significant stop for many people on spiritual journeys. Then drive toward Aurangabad and settle in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Panchvati temple complex
- Visit Kalaram Temple
- Visit Sita Gufa
- Visit Shirdi's Sai Baba Temple
Landmarks Kalaram Temple Sita Gufa Shirdi Sai Baba Temple 
- Day 5
Aurangabad
Head out early to the Ajanta Caves, a UNESCO site with ancient Buddhist temples carved directly into rock. Inside you'll find detailed wall paintings and carvings that tell Buddhist stories from centuries ago. The journey back to Aurangabad happens in the evening, giving you time to process what you've seen.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Ajanta Caves
Landmarks Ajanta Caves 
- Day 6
Aurangabad
Start by visiting Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga shrine for Lord Shiva. Then go to the Ellora Caves, also UNESCO-listed, which show Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain building styles all in one place. The Kailash Temple here is particularly impressive for its carved detail. In the evening, explore Aurangabad city including the Bibi Ka Maqbara.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga
- Visit Ellora Caves
- Visit Kailash Temple
- City tour featuring Bibi Ka Maqbara
Landmarks Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Ellora Caves Kailash Temple Bibi Ka Maqbara 
- Day 7
Aurangabad to Nanded
Leave Aurangabad heading toward Nanded. On the way, stop at Aundha Nagnath Temple, an important pilgrimage spot housing one of twelve major Jyotirlingas. Once you reach Nanded, you'll have time to visit Hazur Sahib, another spiritually significant location.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Aundha Nagnath Temple
- Visit Hazur Sahib
Landmarks Aundha Nagnath Temple Hazur Sahib - Day 8
Nanded to Ahmednagar
Travel in the morning to Shree Vaijnath Jyotirlinga Temple, another shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. Continue onward to Ahmednagar where Ahmednagar Fort shows off hundreds of years of history through its structure and stories. Later, you can reflect on what you've learned about the region's past and spiritual traditions.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Shree Vaijnath Jyotirlinga Temple
- Visit Ahmednagar Fort
Landmarks Shree Vaijnath Jyotirlinga Temple Ahmednagar Fort - Day 9
Ahmednagar to Bhimashankar
Drive in the morning to Bhimashankar, a quieter area where you'll find the Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga temple surrounded by green landscapes. The evening here is peaceful, giving you a chance to relax after traveling.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga
Optional Activities
- Explore Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary
Landmarks Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary - Day 10
Bhimashankar to Mumbai
Head back toward Mumbai from Bhimashankar, stopping in Lonavala along the way. Check out the Karla Caves and Bhaja Caves, which feature rock-cut Buddhist temples with intricate carvings and details. From there, continue to Mumbai and take it easy for the rest of the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Karla Caves
- Visit Bhaja Caves
Landmarks Karla Caves Bhaja Caves 
- Day 11
Mumbai
After breakfast, your transfer to the airport is arranged to get you to your flight on time. This closes out your trip through Maharashtra's temples and caves, and the spiritual journey you've been on for the past several days.
- End point
- Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Western Express Hwy, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (As per flight schedule departure transfer to airport., 00:00 - 23:55)
- Meals
- Breakfast
