Spiritual Golden Triangle of Maharashtra comprises of some of the prime destinations of Maharashtra state such as Mumbai, Pune, Aurangabad, Shirdi and Nasik. In Maharashtra God is worshipped in all of his forms such as Ganpati, Shirdi Sai Baba, Lord Buddha, Jesus, and Zoroastrians. The cosmopolitan city Mumbai is the transit place to begin Spiritual Golden Triangle of Maharashtra. Mumbai is one of the largest cities in India and capital of the state Maharashtra. Mumbai is also considered to be the business capital of India. The onward journey takes you to Pune which is a land of assets, rich in historical monuments and holy shrines of the primeval period. The onward halt during this Journey will at Aurangabad which is gateway to the UNESCO World heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora. The next destination during the quest will be Shirdi, the divine abode of Sri Sai Baba and the next in the line is the famous historical city of Nasik which is considered to have an association with Lord Rama as per Hindu Mythology and abode to one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva (The Trimbakeshwar Temple). To book Spiritual Golden Triangle of Maharashtra you can visit our official site at: www.golden-triangle-tours.com
Inclusions
1. Accommodation for 11 Nights / 12 Days on twin / double sharing basis.
2. Daily buffet breakfast at all hotels.
3. Transportation by private air-conditioned car with driver for all arrivals, Departures, sightseeing and inter-city drives as per the itinerary.
4. Services of English speaking guide at the major destinations.
5. Services of Tour Representative on all arrivals and departures.
6. Fuel charges, toll tax, state tax & parking charge
7. All presently applicable luxury taxes.
Exclusions
1. Entrance fees at monuments/parks/museums.
2. Items of personal nature like drinks on table, laundry, telephone bills etc.
3. Meals other than mentioned above.
4. Indian visa fees or international airfare / domestic flight fare / train ticket
5. Still Camera or video charges levied by some monuments.
6. Any other shopping and personal purchase.
7. Medical Requirements on request.
8. Service Tax as per government.
9. Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.
Tour Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at Mumbai (By flight)
Attractions: Day is reserved for Leisure
A Traditional Welcome by our Tour Representative on your arrival at Mumbai Airport followed with a check-in to your pre-reserved Hotel. Mumbai is a cosmopolitan metro and is the largest city in India and serves as a capital of Maharashtra state and commercial capital of India. Mumbai is one of the most populous cities of India and is also ranked on eighth position for most populous cities of the world. Mumbai is also famous for Indian Film Industry which is Bollywood and also famous for its nightlife. Mumbai’s nature is most eclectic and cosmopolitan as it is a home to people from various parts of India. Check-in at your room and relax after a long flight. Day is kept free for leisure. You may choose to explore the surrounding places in free time.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Mumbai
Day 02: Mumbai Sightseeing
Attractions: Prince of Wales Museum, Siddhivinayak Temple, Dhobi Ghat, Haji Ali Dargah, Mahalaxmi Temple, Juhu Beach, Marine Drive
After breakfast, proceed for Mumbai sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see the popular places such as Prince of Wales Museum, Siddhivinayak Temple, Dhobi Ghat, Haji Ali Dargah, Mahalaxmi Temple, Juhu Beach and Marine Drive. At the end of the tour, back to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Mumbai
Day 03: Mumbai – Elephanta Caves (Excursion Tour)
Attractions: Gateway of India, Elephanta Caves
After breakfast, proceed for an excursion tour to Elephanta Caves which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The architecture structure of the caves dates back to 5th to 8th Century. Elephanta caves are one of the most popular tourist attractions located on an island in the suburbs of Mumbai and is to be reached by a Ferryboat. Enjoy the excursion to its fullest. At the end of the tour, back to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Mumbai
Day 04: Mumbai – Pune (Distance Approx 150 Kms)
Attractions: Aga Khan Palace, Parvati Hill Temple, Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple, Pataleshwar Caves, Shaniwar Wada Fort
Check-out from the Hotel after your Breakfast and proceed to Pune. Pune is also known as Queen of the Deccan and the cultural capital of Maharashtra State. With the ancient Fortress of the Maratha Empire and home to the renowned Raja Shivaji, the Pune district is adorned with splendid land and forts. Pune is also the centre of Marathi culture where arts and crafts and the theatre are taught with pride. It is also a home to one of the India’s oldest universities which also attracts International students and for this reason Pune is also known as Oxford of the East. Upon your arrival in Pune, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. After freshen-up, proceed for Pune sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see the popular places such as Aga Khan Palace, Parvati Hill Temple, Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple, Pataleshwar Caves and Shaniwar Wada Fort. At the end of the tour, back to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Pune
Day 05: Pune – Bhimashankar Temple (Excursion Tour)
Attractions: Bhimashankar Temple and Wild Life Sanctuary
After breakfast, proceed for an excursion tour to Bhimashankar Temple which is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas and is an ancient shrine located in the Sahyadri hills near Pune. The place is visited by thousands of devotees every year. Recently the place has also been declared as Bhimashankar Wild Life Sanctuary. The Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary is the home of the Giant Indian Squirrel and a huge number of other animals and birds. The Sanctuary is a dense forest area and receives heavy rainfall every year. The place is also a very popular weekend getaway for people from Pune and Mumbai. At the end of the tour, back to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Pune
Day 06: Pune – Aurangabad (Distance Approx 235 Kms)
Attractions: Day is reserved for Travelling
Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Aurangabad which is a beautiful City of Gates and a hub of arts and culture. The city has gotten its name from the Prince Aurangzeb. When Aurangzeb was chosen as a Viceroy of the Deccan for the second time, he made this city as his capital and named it Aurangabad. Upon your arrival at Aurangabad, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. Day is reserved for Leisure, you may choose to explore the surrounding places in the evening.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Aurangabad
Day 07: Aurangabad Sightseeing
Attractions: Bibi Ka Maqbara, Soneri Mahal, Daulatabad Fort, Grishneshwar Jyotirlingas, Shri Bhadra Maruti Temple
After Breakfast, proceed for Aurangabad sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see the popular places such as Bibi Ka Maqbara, Soneri Mahal, Daulatabad Fort, Grishneshwar Jyotirlingas and Shri Bhadra Maruti Temple. At the end of the Tour, back to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Aurangabad
Day 08: Aurangabad Sightseeing
Attractions: Ajanta and Ellora Caves Tour
After Breakfast, proceed for an excursion tour to Ajanta and Ellora Caves. Visit the Ajanta Caves a UNESCO World Heritage Site which consists of approximately 300 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments. Ellora is one of the biggest rock-hewn monastic temple complexes in the world. At the end of the Tour, back to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Aurangabad
Day 09: Aurangabad – Shirdi (Distance Approx 110 Kms)
Attractions: Sai Samadhi Mandir, Chavadi, Sri Sai Baba Sansthan Complex
Check-out from the Hotel after breakfast and proceed to Shirdi which is a small populous and well known village because of Saint Sai Baba. Sai Baba came to Shirdi in the year 1858 and lived here for 60 years and later achieved Samadhi (Salvation). The small village has plenty of holy places linked to Sai Baba. The major ones are Sai Baba temple and Dwarakamayi Temple. The Sai Baba Temple houses the grave of Sai Baba. Dwarakamayi is a mosque where Sai Baba stayed for over half a century. Over 100 years ago, he lit a holy fire here, which is still being conserved by devotees. Upon your arrival at Shirdi, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. After freshen-up proceed for Shirdi sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see the popular places such as Sai Samadhi Mandir, Chavadi and Sri Sai Baba Sansthan Complex. After taking blessings from Sai Baba, back to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Shirdi
Day 10: Shirdi – Nasik (Distance Approx 90 Kms)
Attractions: Shree KalaRam Mandir, Sita Gufa, Ram Kund, Phalke Smarak
Check-out from the Hotel after breakfast and drive to Nasik which is a rich historical town of Hindu Lord Rama. It is believed that Lord Rama had spent some of the time during his exile in Nasik. The city is a perfect fusion of civilization and modernization. Nasik is amongst the holiest places in Hindu Religion and thousands of visitors visits Nasik every year. Upon your arrival at Nasik, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. After freshen-up, proceed for Nasik sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see the popular places such as Shree KalaRam Mandir, Sita Gufa, Ram Kund and Phalke Smarak. At the end of the tour, back to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Nasik
Day 11: Nasik Sightseeing
Attractions: Trimbakeshwar Temple, Sula Vineyards, Pandava Caves
After Breakfast, proceed for Nasik sightseeing tour with our Representative to see the popular places such as Trimbakeshwar Temple, Sula Vineyards and Pandava Caves. Trimbakeshwar is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas shrines of Lord Shiva. Trimbakeshwar is amongst the prime holiest and sacred places in Hindu Religion. The temple is located on the foothill of mountain Bramhagiri which is the origin of river Ganga (called here by name Godavari). After taking blessings from Trimbakeshwar, back to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Nasik
Day 12: Nasik – Mumbai (Distance Approx 170 Kms)
Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Mumbai. Upon your arrivals in Mumbai, transfer to Mumbai Airport for your onward flight to your destination.
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