Spiritual Maharashtra

Overview

Maharashtra or the Great Land actually is full to the brim, with history, culture, philosophy, art, aesthetics, ancient temples, the list is never-ending. Beginning in cosmopolitan Mumbai, the journey takes you to Nashik, a picture perfect city of temples adorning the placid banks of the river Godavari. Your quest takes you beyond the nine hills of Nashik to yet another city called Aurangabad known for the world renowned Ajanta and Ellora temples-complete magic! 

The next in line is the famous city of Shirdi, the divine abode of Shri Sai Baba which adds on to the religious spirit already picking momentum. It’s not just the temples or the premises but even the air and atmosphere in these places is pious and holy. Pune or the land of Virtue that it means is rich in monuments and shrines of ancient era. Caves, museums, forts and the usual modern hubs- it has it all. The subliming peace is further elevated at a quaint little green and refreshing Matheran; discovered by the British it is sheer joy in green hills and red laterite paths. Absolutely pure and immaculate, Lonavala yet another of the pretty hill stations is a delight in the rainy season.

It honestly requires a few more of such tours to actually begin discovering this magnificent and spiritual destination that is India.

Outlined Itinerary

Day 01 - Mumbai

Arrive Mumbai, meet and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure to relax and overcome the jetlag.

Day 02 - Mumbai

After breakfast, you will take a private guided tour of Mumbai. We shall proceed to visit Gateway of India, Prince of Wales Museum, Dhobi Ghat Chhatrapati Terminal and drive past Marine Drive. Evening is at leisure to relax and unwind.

Day 03 - Nashik

After breakfast, you will drive to Nasik (4 hrs). Nashik, which has been referred to as the "Wine Capital of India" is located in the Western Ghats, on the western edge of the Deccan peninsula on the banks of the Godavari. Evening is at leisure to relax and unwind.

Day 04 - Nashik

After breakfast, you will take private guided tour visiting the various temples of Nasik. Evening is at leisure to relax and explore on own.

Day 05 - Aurangabad

After breakfast, you will drive to Aurangabad (5 hrs). Aurangabad meaning "Built by the Throne") is named after the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. Aurangabad is said to be a City of Gates and the strong presence of these can be felt as one drives through the city. Evening is at leisure to explore.

Day 06 - Aurangabad

After breakfast you will take private guided tour visiting the famous Ajanta Ellora Caves which since 1983 have been renounced as UNESCO world heritage site. The caves include paintings and sculptures considered to be masterpieces of both Buddhist religious art. Evening is at leisure to unwind.

Day 07 - Aurangabad

After breakfast, you are at leisure to walk and explore the city on your own. The city of Aurangabad was founded by Malik Ambar in 1610.It received its current name in 1653 when Aurangzeb made it the capital of the Deccan. It has seen several dynasties come and go, absorbing the culture of each into itself.

Day 08 - Shirdi

After breakfast, you will drive to Shiridi (4 hrs). The town falls under the jurisdiction of municipal council popularly known as Shirdi Nagar Panchayat. Evening is at leisure to explore.

Day 09 - Pune

After breakfast, you will drive to Pune (5 hrs). Pune is the eighth largest metropolis in India, the second largest in the state of Maharashtra after Mumbai, and the largest city in the Western Ghats. Evening is at leisure to relax and explore on your own.

Day 10 - Matheran

After breakfast, you will drive to Matheran (6 hrs). As Matheran is non – vehicle zone the guests will be dropped at Daburi the last point where the vehicle are allowed. From there the guests will be transferred to Hill top Matheran by horse carriage. Evening is at leisure to relax and explore on own.

Day 11 - Matheran

After breakfast, you are at leisure to walk and explore the city on own. Its 8 sq kms cover a hilltop in the Sahyadri Hills, and its proximity to Mumbai ensures its' continued popularity for weekend getaways.

Day 12 - Lonavala

After breakfast, you will drive to Lonavla (5 hrs).Lonavla is a city and a hill station Municipal Council in Pune district in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is famous throughout India for the hard candy sweet known as chikki and is also a major stop on the rail line connecting Mumbai and Pune. FULL BOARD

Day 13 - Lonavala

After breakfast, you are at leisure to walk and explore the city on own. Lonavala is set amongst the slopes of the Sahyadri mountain range. Also known as the "Jewel of The Sahyadri", a place where nature is present in its entire splendor. FULL BOARD

Day 14 - Mumbai

Breakfast is at the Hotel. Today at an appropriate time, you will be met and transferred to Mumbai International airport to connect with your homebound or onwards flight... or travel to your next destination if you would like to add to this tour.

All our tours and holidays are tailor made so can be amended to suite your budget. Click on our from prices below to see what hotels you can expect based on the cheapest time to travel in High Season per person based on two people sharing a room. We can design this tour for you at a lower or higher price, basically to suite your budget, style and comfort. Contact a specialist to discuss your requirements. International flights are not included.