Maharashtra 3 Jyotirlinga Tour Package from Indore (4 Days)
4-day Maharashtra 3 Jyotirlinga tour from Indore: Trimbak, Nashik, Shirdi, Ellora, Aurangabad, Pune and Bhimashankar. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹10,790 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
20° – 27°C
October in Maharashtra 3 Jyotirlinga
Description
4-day Maharashtra 3 Jyotirlinga tour from Indore: Trimbak, Nashik, Shirdi, Ellora, Aurangabad, Pune and Bhimashankar. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹10,790 per person.
This 4 days 3 nights itinerary covers 10 handpicked stops, including Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga, Kushavarta Kund, Panchavati, Nashik and more. July–February is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 3-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as Treebo Sapphire Studio, Nashik. Pickup and drop are arranged right from your hotel or home, so there's nothing extra to plan on your end. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Maharashtra 3 Jyotirlinga
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: 15°C – 34°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Indore to Trimbakeshwar and Nashik
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Indore in the morning. Drive from Indore to Trimbak (about 447 km, 9 hrs) and from Trimbak to Nashik (about 30 km, 30 min). Check in at your hotel in Nashik. Drive to Trimbakeshwar for darshan of the Jyotirlinga at the source of the Godavari. Continue to Nashik and see Ram Kund and the Kalaram Temple in Panchavati in the evening. Overnight stay in Nashik.
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: Indore to Trimbak
447 km · ~9h 36m · About 9h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Indore
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
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.
147 km · 2h 56m drive from previous stop
Arrive in TrimbakTrimbak, 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: Indore to Trimbak
447 km · ~9h 56m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Indore
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Indore. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Indore → Trimbak
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~447 km
~9h 56m|Tentative fare ₹490–₹1,300
- Arrive in Trimbak
Trimbak, 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: Indore to Trimbak
Nearest railway stations: Indore Jn Bg for Indore, Padli for Trimbak.
There is no direct train between these stations in our timetable data, and no journey with up to two changes was found. Try a nearby city as the start or end, or use a bus/car leg for part of the trip.
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: Trimbak to Nashik
30 km · ~36m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Trimbak
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
30 km · 36m drive from previous stop
Arrive in NashikNashik, 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: Trimbak to Nashik
30 km · ~40m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Trimbak
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Trimbak. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Trimbak → Nashik
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~30 km
~40m|Tentative fare ₹30–₹130
- Arrive in Nashik
Nashik, 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: Trimbak to Nashik
Nearest railway stations: Padli for Trimbak, Nasik Road for Nashik.
There is no direct train between these stations in our timetable data, and no journey with up to two changes was found. Try a nearby city as the start or end, or use a bus/car leg for part of the trip.
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.
- 1
Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga
The Jyotirlinga with three faces for Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva, at the source of the Godavari.
- 2
Kushavarta Kund
The sacred tank where the Godavari is said to rise.
- 3
Panchavati, Nashik
Ram Kund and the Kalaram Temple, linked to Lord Rama's exile.
Nashik to Ellora via Shirdi
Today's travel: from Nashik to Shirdi (about 91 km, 1 hr 45 min), from Shirdi to Ellora (about 98 km, 2 hrs) and from Ellora to Aurangabad (about 31 km, 30 min). Stop at Shirdi for darshan at the Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir, then continue to Grishneshwar, where men remove their shirts before entering, and the Ellora Caves next door (closed on Tuesdays). Stay in Aurangabad. Overnight stay in Aurangabad.
- 1
Shirdi Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir
A stop for darshan on the way.
- 2
Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga
The red-stone Jyotirlinga temple, the twelfth, beside Ellora.
- 3
Ellora Caves
Rock-cut Buddhist, Hindu and Jain caves, with the giant Kailasa temple.
Aurangabad to Pune
Today's travel: from Aurangabad to Pune (about 235 km, 4 hrs 45 min). See the Bibi ka Maqbara in the morning, then drive to Pune, about five hours. Visit Shaniwar Wada or Dagdusheth Ganpati in the evening. Overnight stay in Pune.
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Bibi ka Maqbara
The 17th-century mausoleum modelled on the Taj Mahal.
- 2
Shaniwar Wada, Pune
The fort palace of the Peshwas.
Bhimashankar and back to Indore
Drive into the Sahyadri forest to Bhimashankar for darshan, then start home. Drive from Pune to Bhimashankar (about 111 km, 2 hrs 15 min) and from Bhimashankar to Indore (about 579 km, 11 hrs 30 min), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Indore. The tour ends here.
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 Bhimashankar
111 km · ~2h 13m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Pune
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
111 km · 2h 13m 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: Pune to Bhimashankar
111 km · ~2h 28m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- 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 → Bhimashankar
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~111 km
~2h 28m|Tentative fare ₹120–₹360
- 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: Pune to Bhimashankar
Nearest railway stations: Pune Jn for Pune, Neral for Bhimashankar.
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: Bhimashankar to Indore
579 km · ~12h 15m · About 12h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Bhimashankar
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.
140 km · 2h 47m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 290Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 440Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
140 km · 2h 47m drive from previous stop
Arrive in IndoreIndore, Madhya Pradesh
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 Indore
579 km · ~12h 52m · 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 → Indore
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~579 km
~12h 52m|Tentative fare ₹640–₹1,670
- Arrive in Indore
Indore, Madhya Pradesh
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 Indore
Nearest railway stations: Neral for Bhimashankar, Indore Jn Bg for Indore.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 13h 37m in total
Change trains at Ratlam Jn — about 50m wait
1 change · 15h 58m in total
Change trains at Vasai Road — about 1h 15m wait
1 change · 16h 28m in total
Change trains at Kharbao — about 43m 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 in the Sahyadri forest, at the source of the Bhima river.
- 2
Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary
Evergreen forest around the temple, home of the giant squirrel.
Tour Overview
Three of the twelve Jyotirlingas lie in western Maharashtra: Trimbakeshwar at the source of the Godavari, Grishneshwar beside the Ellora caves, and Bhimashankar in the forests of the Sahyadri.
This 4-day, 3-night package starts and ends in Indore. The route runs Indore → Trimbak → Nashik → Shirdi → Ellora → Aurangabad → Pune → Bhimashankar → Indore, about 1,622 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 Maharashtra 3 Jyotirlinga Tour from Indore
- Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga
- Kushavarta Kund
- Panchavati, Nashik
- Shirdi Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir
- Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga
- Ellora Caves
- Bibi ka Maqbara
- Shaniwar Wada, Pune
Inclusions in the Maharashtra 3 Jyotirlinga Tour Package
- 3 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Indore 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 Maharashtra 3 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 Maharashtra 3 Jyotirlinga Tour
Best time to visit: July–February
Route: Indore → Trimbak → Nashik → Shirdi → Ellora → Aurangabad → Pune → Bhimashankar → Indore (about 1,622 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Nashik and back from Pune; the train journey is in addition to the 4 days.
Hotels: Treebo Sapphire Studio, Nashik; Treebo Lalaji's Executive, Aurangabad; Treebo Premium Grand Emerald, Pune, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Indore. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹24,410 | ₹15,960 | ₹16,420 |
| 33 Persons | ₹19,160 | ₹14,460 | ₹14,430 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹17,230 | ₹12,800 | ₹12,730 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹15,780 | ₹12,080 | ₹11,920 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹13,120 | ₹11,190 | ₹10,790 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Nashik and back from Pune; the train journey is in addition to the 4 days.
Route Map
Places Covered
- Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga
- Kushavarta Kund
- Panchavati, Nashik
- Shirdi Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir
- Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga
- Ellora Caves
- Bibi ka Maqbara
- Shaniwar Wada, Pune
- Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga
- Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
July–February is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
How to Reach
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 3 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Indore 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: July–February
Route: Indore → Trimbak → Nashik → Shirdi → Ellora → Aurangabad → Pune → Bhimashankar → Indore (about 1,622 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Nashik and back from Pune; the train journey is in addition to the 4 days.
Hotels: Treebo Sapphire Studio, Nashik; Treebo Lalaji's Executive, Aurangabad; Treebo Premium Grand Emerald, Pune, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
4 days and 3 nights. It starts from Indore on day 1 and you are back in Indore on day 4. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Indore → Trimbak → Nashik → Shirdi → Ellora → Aurangabad → Pune → Bhimashankar → Indore. That is about 1,622 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹15,960 per person (bus); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹10,790 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 Indore and back. 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 Nashik and back from Pune; the train journey is in addition to the 4 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
July–February.
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