7 Jyotirlinga Tour Package from Bhubaneswar (10 Days)
10-day 7 Jyotirlinga tour from Bhubaneswar: Dwarka, Somnath, Veraval, Ujjain, Omkareshwar, Indore, Nashik, Trimbak, Ellora, Aurangabad, Bhimashankar and Pune. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹27,470 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
25° – 31°C
October in 7 Jyotirlinga
Description
10-day 7 Jyotirlinga tour from Bhubaneswar: Dwarka, Somnath, Veraval, Ujjain, Omkareshwar, Indore, Nashik, Trimbak, Ellora, Aurangabad, Bhimashankar and Pune. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹27,470 per person.
This 10 days 9 nights itinerary covers 23 handpicked stops, including Dwarkadhish Temple, Gomti Ghat, Nageshwar Jyotirlinga and more. October–March is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 9-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as Treebo Prime Elight, Dwarka. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in 7 Jyotirlinga
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 17°C – 32°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Bhubaneswar to Dwarka
Reach Dwarka by train from Bhubaneswar, where our driver meets you. Check in at your hotel in Dwarka. Check in and rest, then visit the Dwarkadhish Temple in the late afternoon. Phones and bags are not allowed inside, so leave them at the hotel. Walk down to Gomti Ghat for sunset and stay for the evening aarti. Overnight stay in Dwarka.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Bhubaneswar to Dwarka
2113 km · ~45h 36m · About 42h of driving split over 5 days, plus stops.
- Start from Bhubaneswar
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
123 km · 2h 27m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 423Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 573Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 723Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
123 km · 2h 27m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 845Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 995Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1145Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
123 km · 2h 27m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1268Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1418Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1568Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
123 km · 2h 27m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1690Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1840Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1990Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
123 km · 2h 27m drive from previous stop
Arrive in DwarkaDwarka, Gujarat
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Bhubaneswar to Dwarka
2113 km · ~46h 57m · 3 bus rides with 2 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Bhubaneswar
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bhubaneswar. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Bhubaneswar → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~704 km
~15h 39m|Tentative fare ₹770–₹2,020
- Change buses at a major city (around km 704)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Dwarka. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → change point 2
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~704 km
~15h 39m|Tentative fare ₹770–₹2,020
- Change buses at a major city (around km 1409)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Dwarka. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 2 → Dwarka
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~704 km
~15h 39m|Tentative fare ₹770–₹2,020
- Arrive in Dwarka
Dwarka, Gujarat
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Bhubaneswar to Dwarka
Nearest railway stations: Bhubaneswar for Bhubaneswar, Dwarka for Dwarka.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 47h 3m in total
Change trains at Raipur Jn — about 1h 55m wait
1 change · 47h 38m in total
Change trains at Jharsuguda Jn — about 3h 50m wait
1 change · 48h 28m in total
Change trains at Raipur Jn — about 1h 55m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
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Dwarkadhish Temple
The five-storey temple of Lord Krishna, one of the Char Dham, on the shore of the Gomti.
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Gomti Ghat
The bathing ghat where the Gomti meets the sea, at the foot of the 56 steps behind the temple.
Nageshwar Jyotirlinga and Bet Dwarka
Start early for Nageshwar, the first Jyotirlinga of the yatra, about 17 km from Dwarka. Continue to Bet Dwarka over the Sudarshan Setu bridge, and stop at Gopi Talav and the Rukmini Devi Temple on the way back. The evening is free. Overnight stay in Dwarka.
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Nageshwar Jyotirlinga
The Jyotirlinga with a giant seated Shiva statue in its garden; the lingam is in an underground sanctum.
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Bet Dwarka
The island believed to be Krishna's home, now reached by road over the Sudarshan Setu.
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Rukmini Devi Temple
The finely carved 12th-century temple of Krishna's consort, just outside Dwarka.
Dwarka to Somnath
Today's travel: from Dwarka to Somnath (about 237 km, 4 hrs 45 min). Drive down the coast to Somnath, about five hours away, with a lunch stop in Porbandar. Visit the Somnath Temple in the evening for the 7 pm aarti, and stay on for the light and sound show on the temple grounds. Phones are not allowed inside the temple. Overnight stay in Somnath.
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Somnath Jyotirlinga
The first of the twelve Jyotirlingas, standing right on the Arabian Sea, rebuilt in 1951 in the Chalukya style.
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Light and Sound Show
An hour-long evening show that tells the story of the temple against its walls.
Somnath and the overnight train
Today's travel: from Somnath to Veraval (about 7 km, 15 min). Attend the 7 am aarti at Somnath if you like, then visit Bhalka Tirth and the Triveni Sangam, both linked to the last days of Lord Krishna. After lunch, transfer to Veraval station for the overnight train towards Ujjain. In the evening, board the overnight train from Veraval to Ujjain.
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Bhalka Tirth
The place where Lord Krishna is believed to have been struck by a hunter's arrow.
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Triveni Sangam
The meeting point of the Hiran, Kapila and the mythical Saraswati rivers.
Arrive in Ujjain
Arrive in Ujjain in the morning by the overnight train; our driver meets you at the station. Check in, rest after the journey and visit Mahakaleshwar in the afternoon. The Shri Mahakal Lok corridor next to the temple is lit up beautifully after dark. End the day at the Kshipra aarti at Ram Ghat. Overnight stay in Ujjain.
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Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga
The only south-facing Jyotirlinga, famous for its pre-dawn Bhasma Aarti.
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Shri Mahakal Lok
The new corridor of statues and murals from Shiva's stories, beside the temple.
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Ram Ghat aarti
The evening aarti on the Kshipra river.
Ujjain to Omkareshwar
Today's travel: from Ujjain to Omkareshwar (about 134 km, 2 hrs 45 min). If you have booked it, attend the Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar before dawn. After breakfast, visit Kal Bhairav and Harsiddhi temples, then drive to Omkareshwar, about three hours away. Walk over the bridge to the Om-shaped island in the evening and watch the Narmada aarti. Overnight stay in Omkareshwar.
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Kal Bhairav Temple
The temple of the guardian of Ujjain, where liquor is offered to the deity.
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Harsiddhi Temple
A Shakti Peetha with two tall lamp towers lit on festival evenings.
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Narmada aarti, Omkareshwar
The evening aarti on the ghats of the Narmada.
Omkareshwar and the overnight train
Today's travel: from Omkareshwar to Indore (about 78 km, 1 hr 45 min). Have darshan at Omkareshwar early, before the crowds, and at Mamleshwar on the opposite bank; together they count as the Jyotirlinga. Drive to Indore, about two and a half hours away, have dinner at Sarafa Bazaar if time allows, and board the overnight train to Nashik. In the evening, board the overnight train from Indore to Nashik.
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Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga
The Jyotirlinga on Mandhata island, which is shaped like the sacred symbol Om.
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Mamleshwar Temple
The temple on the southern bank, visited together with Omkareshwar.
Trimbakeshwar and Nashik
Arrive in Nashik in the morning by the overnight train; our driver meets you at the station. Today's drive: from Nashik to Trimbak (about 30 km, 30 min) and from Trimbak to Nashik (about 30 km, 30 min). Drive from the station to Trimbakeshwar, at the source of the Godavari, for darshan; men need a dhoti for the inner rituals. Return to Nashik and see Ram Kund and the Kalaram Temple in Panchavati, where Lord Rama is believed to have lived during his exile. Overnight stay in Nashik.
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Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga
The Jyotirlinga with three small lingas for Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva.
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Ram Kund, Panchavati
The holy ghat of Nashik, busy at the evening aarti.
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Kalaram Temple
The black-stone temple of Lord Rama.
Grishneshwar and Ellora
Today's travel: from Nashik to Ellora (about 172 km, 3 hrs 30 min) and from Ellora to Aurangabad (about 31 km, 30 min). Drive to Grishneshwar, about four hours away, the last Jyotirlinga of the twelve, where men remove their shirts before entering the sanctum. Next door are the Ellora Caves; give yourself at least two hours for the Kailasa temple and the main caves. The caves are closed on Tuesdays. Continue to Aurangabad for the night. Overnight stay in Aurangabad.
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Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga
The red-stone temple of the twelfth Jyotirlinga, beside Ellora.
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Ellora Caves
Thirty-four rock-cut Buddhist, Hindu and Jain caves, with the Kailasa temple carved from a single rock.
Bhimashankar and back to Bhubaneswar
Start very early for the long drive to Bhimashankar in the Sahyadri forest, the seventh Jyotirlinga of the yatra; the last stretch climbs through thick woods. After darshan and lunch, continue home. Drive from Aurangabad to Bhimashankar (about 280 km, 5 hrs 30 min) and from Bhimashankar to Pune (about 111 km, 2 hrs 15 min). Board the train from Pune back to Bhubaneswar (about 1,525 km), and the tour ends.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Aurangabad to Bhimashankar
280 km · ~5h 56m · About 6h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Aurangabad
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near SangamnerAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
130 km · 2h 36m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BhimashankarBhimashankar, Maharashtra
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Aurangabad to Bhimashankar
280 km · ~6h 13m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Aurangabad
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Aurangabad. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Aurangabad → Bhimashankar
AC Seater / Volvo · ~280 km
~6h 13m|Tentative fare ₹310–₹830
Usual tea / meal halts: Sangamner (~170 km)
- Arrive in Bhimashankar
Bhimashankar, Maharashtra
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Aurangabad to Bhimashankar
Nearest railway stations: Aurangabad for Aurangabad, Neral for Bhimashankar.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 8h 50m in total
Change trains at Kalyan Jn — about 59m wait
1 change · 10h 3m in total
Change trains at Kalyan Jn — about 4h 5m wait
1 change · 10h 12m in total
Change trains at Kopar Road — about 2h 32m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Bhimashankar to Pune
111 km · ~2h 13m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Bhimashankar
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
111 km · 2h 13m drive from previous stop
Arrive in PunePune, Maharashtra
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Bhimashankar to Pune
111 km · ~2h 28m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Bhimashankar
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bhimashankar. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Bhimashankar → Pune
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~111 km
~2h 28m|Tentative fare ₹120–₹360
- Arrive in Pune
Pune, Maharashtra
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Bhimashankar to Pune
Nearest railway stations: Neral for Bhimashankar, Pune Jn for Pune.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Pune to Bhubaneswar
1525 km · ~33h 10m · About 31h of driving split over 4 days, plus stops.
- Start from Pune
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
81 km · 1h 38m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 381Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 531Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 681Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
81 km · 1h 38m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 763Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 913Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1063Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
81 km · 1h 38m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1144Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1294Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1444Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
81 km · 1h 38m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BhubaneswarBhubaneswar, Odisha
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Pune to Bhubaneswar
1525 km · ~33h 54m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Pune
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Pune. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Pune → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~763 km
~16h 57m|Tentative fare ₹840–₹2,190
- Change buses at a major city (around km 763)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Bhubaneswar. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → Bhubaneswar
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~763 km
~16h 57m|Tentative fare ₹840–₹2,190
- Arrive in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Pune to Bhubaneswar
Nearest railway stations: Pune Jn for Pune, Bhubaneswar for Bhubaneswar.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 29h 20m in total
Change trains at Secunderabad Jn — about 1h 50m wait
1 change · 31h 30m in total
Change trains at Simhachalam North — about 2h 1m wait
1 change · 31h 30m in total
Change trains at Simhachalam North — about 2h 1m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
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Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga
The Jyotirlinga at the source of the Bhima river, in a wildlife sanctuary.
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Drive on to Bhubaneswar.
Tour Overview
Seven of the twelve Jyotirlingas lie in western India: Nageshwar and Somnath on the Saurashtra coast, Mahakaleshwar and Omkareshwar in Malwa, and Trimbakeshwar, Grishneshwar and Bhimashankar in Maharashtra. This yatra covers all seven, with Dwarka on the way.
This 10-day, 9-night package starts and ends in Bhubaneswar. The route runs Bhubaneswar → Dwarka → Somnath → Veraval → Ujjain → Omkareshwar → Indore → Nashik → Trimbak → Nashik → Ellora → Aurangabad → Bhimashankar → Pune → Bhubaneswar, about 5,955 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab, train or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the 7 Jyotirlinga Tour from Bhubaneswar
- Dwarkadhish Temple
- Gomti Ghat
- Nageshwar Jyotirlinga
- Bet Dwarka
- Rukmini Devi Temple
- Somnath Jyotirlinga
- Light and Sound Show
- Bhalka Tirth
Inclusions in the 7 Jyotirlinga Tour Package
- 9 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Bhubaneswar for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the 7 Jyotirlinga Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the 7 Jyotirlinga Tour
Best time to visit: October–March
Route: Bhubaneswar → Dwarka → Somnath → Veraval → Ujjain → Omkareshwar → Indore → Nashik → Trimbak → Nashik → Ellora → Aurangabad → Bhimashankar → Pune → Bhubaneswar (about 5,955 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Dwarka and back from Pune; the train journey is in addition to the 10 days.
Before you go: The Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar and the special darshan at Somnath and Trimbakeshwar can be booked online; book as soon as your dates are fixed.
Hotels: Treebo Prime Elight, Dwarka; 3-star hotel in Somnath; Treebo Neel Orchid, Ujjain; 3-star hotel in Omkareshwar; Treebo Sapphire Studio, Nashik; Treebo Lalaji's Executive, Aurangabad, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Bhubaneswar. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹88,740 | ₹42,330 | ₹38,270 |
| 33 Persons | ₹74,260 | ₹39,060 | ₹35,000 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹65,630 | ₹35,160 | ₹31,100 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹60,870 | ₹33,470 | ₹29,410 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹53,030 | ₹31,530 | ₹27,470 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
By cab from Bhubaneswar the drive is about 2,113 km each way, so the cab option adds about 4 travel days each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price.
With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Dwarka and back from Pune; the train journey is in addition to the 10 days.
Route Map
Top Attractions
Dwarkadhish Temple
The central temple of Dwarka, dedicated to Krishna as 'Dwarkadhish' or Lord of Dwarka. The current five-storey structure, with its 78-meter-tall shikhara, is believed to date from the 15th–16th century, built over an earlier temple. The flag atop the shikhara is changed several times daily, a distinctive ritual you can witness.
Gomti Ghat
A sacred bathing ghat where the Gomti River meets the sea, near the Dwarkadhish Temple. Pilgrims traditionally bathe here before offering darshan at the temple. The ghat is also a place for rituals and offers a serene view of the confluence.
Nageshwar Jyotirlinga
One of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Shiva, located between Dwarka and Bet Dwarka. The temple features a large outdoor statue of Shiva and is a major pilgrimage site. The name 'Nageshwar' is associated with the legend of Shiva protecting his devotee Supriya from a demon's prison.
Bet Dwarka
An island a short boat ride from Okha, near Dwarka, traditionally believed to be Krishna's actual residential palace. The island has its own temple, as well as ancient relics and a peaceful beach atmosphere. Boat rides offer views of the coast and the chance to explore the island's mythological and archaeological significance.
Rukmini Devi Temple
Located about 2 km from the Dwarkadhish Temple, this shrine is dedicated to Krishna's chief queen Rukmini. The temple showcases 12th-century architecture with intricate carvings, and legend says Rukmini cursed the sage Durvasa here, leading to the temple's isolation from the main town.
Somnath Jyotirlinga
The first of the twelve Jyotirlingas, standing right on the Arabian Sea, rebuilt in 1951 in the Chalukya style.
Light and Sound Show
An hour-long evening show that tells the story of the temple against its walls.
Bhalka Tirth
The place where Lord Krishna is believed to have been struck by a hunter's arrow.
Triveni Sangam
The meeting point of the Hiran, Kapila and the mythical Saraswati rivers.
Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga
The only south-facing Jyotirlinga, famous for its pre-dawn Bhasma Aarti.
Shri Mahakal Lok
The new corridor of statues and murals from Shiva's stories, beside the temple.
Ram Ghat aarti
The evening aarti on the Kshipra river.
Kal Bhairav Temple
The temple of the guardian of Ujjain, where liquor is offered to the deity.
Harsiddhi Temple
A Shakti Peetha with two tall lamp towers lit on festival evenings.
Narmada aarti, Omkareshwar
The evening aarti on the ghats of the Narmada.
Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga
The Jyotirlinga on Mandhata island, which is shaped like the sacred symbol Om.
Mamleshwar Temple
The temple on the southern bank, visited together with Omkareshwar.
Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga
The Jyotirlinga with three small lingas for Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva.
Ram Kund, Panchavati
The holy ghat of Nashik, busy at the evening aarti.
Kalaram Temple
The black-stone temple of Lord Rama.
Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga
The red-stone temple of the twelfth Jyotirlinga, beside Ellora.
Ellora Caves
Thirty-four rock-cut Buddhist, Hindu and Jain caves, with the Kailasa temple carved from a single rock.
Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga
The Jyotirlinga at the source of the Bhima river, in a wildlife sanctuary.
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
October–March is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 9 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Bhubaneswar for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Modest, traditional clothing for temple visits
- A shawl or stole to cover shoulders
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: October–March
Route: Bhubaneswar → Dwarka → Somnath → Veraval → Ujjain → Omkareshwar → Indore → Nashik → Trimbak → Nashik → Ellora → Aurangabad → Bhimashankar → Pune → Bhubaneswar (about 5,955 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Dwarka and back from Pune; the train journey is in addition to the 10 days.
Before you go: The Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar and the special darshan at Somnath and Trimbakeshwar can be booked online; book as soon as your dates are fixed.
Hotels: Treebo Prime Elight, Dwarka; 3-star hotel in Somnath; Treebo Neel Orchid, Ujjain; 3-star hotel in Omkareshwar; Treebo Sapphire Studio, Nashik; Treebo Lalaji's Executive, Aurangabad, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
10 days and 9 nights. It starts from Bhubaneswar on day 1 and you are back in Bhubaneswar on day 10. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Bhubaneswar → Dwarka → Somnath → Veraval → Ujjain → Omkareshwar → Indore → Nashik → Trimbak → Nashik → Ellora → Aurangabad → Bhimashankar → Pune → Bhubaneswar. That is about 5,955 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹38,270 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹27,470 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab, train or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Bhubaneswar and back. By cab from Bhubaneswar the drive is about 2,113 km each way, so the cab option adds about 4 travel days each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Dwarka and back from Pune; the train journey is in addition to the 10 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
October–March.
The Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar and the special darshan at Somnath and Trimbakeshwar can be booked online; book as soon as your dates are fixed.
Destinations Covered in This Tour
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