12 Jyotirlinga Tour Itinerary – 19 Nights / 20 Days

Day 01: Pune – Bhimashankar

Upon arrival at Pune Airport or Railway Station, meet our representative and proceed to Bhimashankar through the scenic Sahyadri region.

On arrival, check in at the hotel and freshen up. Later, proceed for darshan at Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga Temple, one of the twelve sacred Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.

Surrounded by the Western Ghats, Bhimashankar is an important pilgrimage destination known for its spiritual significance and beautiful natural surroundings.

Depending on available time, visitors may explore the surroundings of the Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary.

Overnight stay in Bhimashankar.

Jyotirlinga Covered:

Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga

Day 02: Bhimashankar – Shirdi – Shani Shingnapur – Aurangabad

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Shirdi, one of Maharashtra’s most important pilgrimage destinations.

Visit the sacred Shri Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir and seek the blessings of Sai Baba. Depending on available time and local arrangements, visit other important religious places in Shirdi.

Later, continue to Shani Shingnapur, famous for the temple dedicated to Lord Shani.

After darshan, proceed towards Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar).

On arrival, check in at the hotel and relax.

Overnight stay in Aurangabad.

Places Covered:

Shirdi Sai Baba Temple, Shani Shingnapur

Day 03: Aurangabad – Grishneshwar – Nashik

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, located near the famous Ellora Caves.

Seek blessings at Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga, one of the twelve sacred Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.

Depending on the schedule, travelers may visit the Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its extraordinary rock-cut Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain monuments.

After darshan and sightseeing, proceed towards Nashik, an important pilgrimage city situated along the Godavari River.

On arrival, check in at the hotel.

Overnight stay in Nashik.

Jyotirlinga Covered:

Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga

Optional/Time Permitting:

Ellora Caves

Day 04: Nashik – Trimbakeshwar – Mumbai

After breakfast, proceed to Trimbakeshwar, located near the Brahmagiri Hills.

Visit Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, one of the twelve sacred Jyotirlingas and an important pilgrimage center associated with the Godavari River.

After darshan, return towards Nashik and continue the journey to Mumbai.

On arrival, check in at the hotel and relax.

Overnight stay in Mumbai.

Jyotirlinga Covered:

Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga

Day 05: Mumbai – Gujarat – Dwarka – Nageshwar

After breakfast, transfer to Mumbai Airport for the scheduled flight to Gujarat according to the confirmed booking.

Upon arrival, proceed towards Dwarka, one of India’s most important pilgrimage destinations.

Visit Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, one of the twelve traditional Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, located near Dwarka.

Depending on the arrival time and confirmed itinerary, travelers may also visit Dwarkadhish Temple and other nearby pilgrimage attractions.

After completing the darshan, transfer to the designated hotel.

Overnight stay in the Dwarka/Porbandar region as per the confirmed booking.

Jyotirlinga Covered:

Nageshwar Jyotirlinga

Note:

The exact airport, flight sector, transfers, and overnight location should be confirmed according to the flight schedule applicable to the travel date.

Day 06: Dwarka/Porbandar – Somnath

After breakfast, proceed towards Somnath, one of the most celebrated Shiva pilgrimage destinations in India.

Visit the magnificent Somnath Jyotirlinga Temple, traditionally regarded as the first among the twelve Jyotirlingas.

After darshan, visit Triveni Sangam, an important pilgrimage site associated with the confluence of sacred waters.

Depending on available time, explore other religious attractions around Somnath before proceeding to the designated hotel.

Overnight stay as per the confirmed Gujarat itinerary.

Jyotirlinga Covered:

Somnath Jyotirlinga

Day 07: Gujarat – Indore – Ujjain

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the scheduled journey to Indore, according to the confirmed flight routing.

Upon arrival at Indore Airport, meet our representative and proceed to Ujjain, one of India’s ancient sacred cities.

Visit Shri Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple and seek the blessings of Lord Shiva.

Depending on available time, travelers may explore other important temples and religious attractions in Ujjain.

Overnight stay in Ujjain.

Jyotirlinga Covered:

Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga

Day 08: Ujjain – Omkareshwar

Early morning, devotees may attend the famous Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar Temple, subject to advance booking, availability, reporting requirements, dress code, and temple regulations.

After breakfast, check out and proceed towards Omkareshwar, situated along the sacred Narmada River.

Upon arrival, visit Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga Temple and seek the blessings of Lord Shiva.

Depending on available time, explore the ghats and other religious attractions around Omkareshwar.

Overnight stay in Omkareshwar.

Jyotirlinga Covered:

Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga

Day 09: Omkareshwar – Indore – Hyderabad – Srisailam

After morning darshan and breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Indore Airport.

Board the scheduled flight to Hyderabad. Upon arrival, meet our representative and continue by road to Srisailam, an important pilgrimage destination surrounded by the Nallamala Hills.

On arrival, check in at the hotel.

Depending on arrival time and temple schedule, proceed for darshan at Sri Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple or keep the main darshan for the following morning.

Overnight stay in Srisailam.

Jyotirlinga:

Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga

Day 10: Srisailam – Mallikarjuna Darshan – Hyderabad

Early morning, proceed for darshan at Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. The temple complex is also associated with Goddess Bhramaramba.

After darshan and breakfast, check out and return to Hyderabad.

Depending on arrival time, enjoy selected Hyderabad sightseeing such as Charminar or other attractions included in the confirmed tour plan.

Check in at the hotel and relax.

Overnight stay in Hyderabad.

Jyotirlinga Covered:

Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga

Day 11: Hyderabad – Madurai – Rameshwaram

After breakfast, transfer to Hyderabad Airport and board the scheduled flight towards Madurai, subject to the confirmed flight arrangement.

Upon arrival in Madurai, meet our representative.

Depending on available time, visit the magnificent Meenakshi Amman Temple, one of South India’s most celebrated temple complexes.

Later, drive to Rameshwaram, an important Char Dham pilgrimage destination situated on Pamban Island.

On arrival, check in at the hotel.

Depending on the arrival time and temple schedule, darshan may be arranged in the evening or the following morning.

Overnight stay in Rameshwaram.

Day 12: Rameshwaram Darshan – Madurai – Delhi

Early morning, proceed for the spiritual rituals and darshan at Sri Ramanathaswamy Temple, home to the sacred Rameshwaram Jyotirlinga.

Subject to temple regulations and personal preference, pilgrims may visit Agni Theertham and participate in the traditional theertham rituals associated with the temple.

After darshan, return to the hotel, have breakfast, and check out.

Drive to Madurai Airport and board the scheduled flight to Delhi according to the confirmed booking.

Upon arrival in Delhi, transfer to the hotel.

Overnight stay in Delhi.

Jyotirlinga Covered:

Rameshwaram Jyotirlinga

Day 13: Delhi – Haridwar

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed towards Haridwar, one of the most sacred pilgrimage cities along the River Ganga.

Upon arrival, check in at the hotel.

Visit Har Ki Pauri, one of Haridwar’s most revered ghats. In the evening, witness the beautiful Ganga Aarti, subject to local arrangements and conditions.

Depending on available time, visit Mansa Devi Temple or other nearby pilgrimage attractions.

Overnight stay in Haridwar.

Day 14: Haridwar – Guptkashi

After an early breakfast, check out and begin the scenic journey towards Guptkashi through the Himalayan region of Uttarakhand.

The journey passes through mountain roads and pilgrimage towns before reaching Guptkashi.

Depending on arrival time, visit Vishwanath Temple in Guptkashi, dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Check in at the hotel and prepare for the Kedarnath pilgrimage.

Overnight stay in Guptkashi.

Day 15: Guptkashi – Kedarnath – Guptkashi

Early morning, proceed for the pilgrimage to Kedarnath, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and one of the most revered Shiva shrines in the Himalayas.

If helicopter services are included in the confirmed package, transfer to the designated helipad and proceed towards Kedarnath according to the allotted helicopter schedule.

Upon reaching Kedarnath, proceed for darshan at the sacred Kedarnath Temple.

After darshan, return to Guptkashi according to the confirmed transportation arrangement.

Overnight stay in Guptkashi.

Jyotirlinga Covered:

Kedarnath Jyotirlinga

Important:

Helicopter operations are subject to weather, aviation regulations, operational conditions, availability, government instructions, and confirmed tickets. Alternative arrangements and additional costs, if required, will depend on the confirmed package terms. Kedarnath Temple is seasonal, and this itinerary can operate only during the applicable pilgrimage season.

Day 16: Guptkashi – Haridwar – Varanasi

After an early breakfast, check out from the hotel and begin the journey back towards Haridwar or the designated railway boarding point.

Upon arrival, transfer to the railway station and board the scheduled train to Varanasi according to the confirmed reservation.

Overnight journey by train.

Note:

This is a long travel day. The exact boarding station and train schedule should be confirmed according to the travel date.

Day 17: Arrival in Varanasi – Ganga Aarti

Upon arrival in Varanasi, meet our representative and transfer to the hotel.

After check-in, relax before proceeding in the evening towards the ghats of the sacred River Ganga.

Visit Dashashwamedh Ghat and experience the famous Ganga Aarti, one of the most memorable spiritual experiences in Varanasi.

Return to the hotel after the ceremony.

Overnight stay in Varanasi.

Day 18: Varanasi Sightseeing – Kashi Vishwanath Darshan – Deoghar Journey

Early morning or according to the confirmed darshan schedule, proceed to the sacred Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.

Depending on available time, visit important religious and cultural attractions in Varanasi.

A visit to Sarnath, where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment, may also be included according to the train schedule.

Later, transfer to the railway station and board the scheduled train for the Deoghar/Baidyanath Dham region, using the applicable railway station according to the confirmed reservation.

Overnight journey by train or stay as per the confirmed travel schedule.

Jyotirlinga Covered:

Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga

Day 19: Deoghar – Baidyanath Jyotirlinga – Basukinath

Upon arrival in the Deoghar region, meet our representative and proceed for darshan at Baba Baidyanath Dham, one of the traditional twelve Jyotirlinga pilgrimage sites.

After darshan, continue to Basukinath Temple, another important Shiva pilgrimage destination in Jharkhand.

After completing the pilgrimage, proceed to the hotel and relax.

Overnight stay in Deoghar.

Jyotirlinga Covered:

Baidyanath Jyotirlinga

Day 20: Deoghar – Patna – Departure

After breakfast, check out from the hotel.

Depending on the departure schedule and temple timings, devotees may have an additional morning darshan before beginning the onward journey.

Proceed towards Patna Airport or Railway Station according to the confirmed transportation arrangement.

Upon arrival, drop at the airport or railway station for your onward journey.

Your 12 Jyotirlinga Tour Package – 19 Nights / 20 Days concludes with the blessings of Lord Shiva and memories of one of India’s most extensive spiritual pilgrimages.

12 Jyotirlingas Covered

Bhimashankar → Grishneshwar → Trimbakeshwar → Nageshwar → Somnath → Mahakaleshwar → Omkareshwar → Mallikarjuna → Rameshwaram → Kedarnath → Kashi Vishwanath → Baidyanath

Tour Duration

19 Nights / 20 Days

Important Travel Note

This pilgrimage involves extensive travel across multiple states using road, rail, flights, and potentially helicopter services. Flight and train sectors, hotel locations, darshan timings, transfers, and daily schedules should be finalized according to the actual travel dates and confirmed reservations.

Kedarnath is a seasonal pilgrimage destination. Temple access and helicopter services depend on opening dates, weather, government regulations, operational conditions, and availability. Special darshan, Bhasma Aarti, helicopter tickets, puja services, and other reservation-based activities should not be considered confirmed unless specifically included in the final booking.