11 Jyotirlinga Complete Yatra 17 Nights/18 Days

Arrival Delhi  , pickup from airport, welcome by Star India Tours, transfer to hotel, take hotel check-in & after refreshment, leave for “11 Jyotilinga Tour with Delhi Sightseeing” and personal shopping. Evening return to the hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

Arrive at Varanasi airport and get an assisted transfer to the hotel. Complete check-in formalities and relax. Varanasi is also known as ‘The City of Light’. This city is situated in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh and is acknowledged as the ‘Spiritual Capital of India’, attracting travelers from across the globe. The day’s highlight is Shri Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga Temple, one of the revered 12 Jyotirlingas in India. This temple is one of the most renowned temples in Varanasi and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was constructed in 1780 by the Maratha monarch Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore. After seeking the blessings from Lord Kashi Vishwanath,Proceed to take part in the famous evening “Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat”. The spectacular Ganga Aarti starts just after sunset. As the aarti begins, saffron-clad priests take their positions on the platform and raise huge heavy brass lamps in reverence of the River Goddess. Chanting of hymns, music, the aroma of flowers, and incense make it a memory you cherish forever. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, embark on the city’s sightseeing, including Durga Temple, Tulsi Manas, Birla Mandir, Sankat Mochan Temple and Annapurneshwari. Afternoon leave for an excursion to Sarnath, 10 km from Varanasi. Sarnath is a Buddhist pilgrim spot and is famous for being the first place where Lord Buddha preached after attaining enlightenment. Later, kings who followed Buddhism, like King Ashoka, built a lot of stupas and structures here that are focused on Buddhism. The remarkable remains and modern temple will fascinate you. The outstanding masterpieces of Dharmarajika, Chaukhandi, and Dharnek stupas must not be missed. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Morning transfer from hotel to Varanasi railway station, catch the transfer to Deogarh, Afternoon reach Deogarh, pick & transfer to hotel, after refreshment leave for “Baidyanath Jyotilinga Temple” According to Hindu mythology, the demon king Ravana praised Lord Shiva to get the blessings. Ravana offered his ten heads one after another to Shiva as a tribute. Delighted with this, Shiva descended to this place to cure Ravana. As Lord Shiva portrayed himself as a doctor, he is introduced as Vaidya, which means doctor. From this perspective of Lord Shiva, the temple procures its name. Visit the holy temple to take part in the rituals of Abhishekam and Pooja. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Today transfer from hotel to Deogarh airport and catch the flight to Rajkot, welcome to Rajkot airport, straight drive to Dwarka 235Kms, after reach Dwarka is an ancient holy city and divine capital of Lord Krishna , check into hotel and rest for day. Night stay in hotel.

After breakfast leave for “Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, Dwarka, Gujarat”: The name “Nageshwar” means “Lord of Serpents.” Devotees believe praying here protects them from physical snake venom and spiritual poisons like anger, greed, and ego. The 25 m tall statue of Lord Shiva and a large garden with a pond are major attractions of this temple complex. Photography is not allowed inside the temple. After seeking the blessings of Lord Shiva, return to the respective hotel, or if you get some leisure time, you can explore the local markets in Dwarka.  Dwarka for an overnight stay.

After breakfast check out and drive to Somnath, check in to the hotel, after refreshment leave for Somnath Jyotirlinga, which is believed to be the first among the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva. The temple is located on the ancient Triveni Sangam, the confluence point of three rivers – Kapila, Hiran, and Saraswati. The history of this pious temple is very tragic. It is said that the temple was looted and destroyed seventeen times by rulers like Mahmud Ghazni, Alauddin Khilji, and Aurangzeb. At present, the construction of this temple is in the Chalukya style of architecture. The temple comprises impressive architecture with elaborate carvings, silver doors, an important Nandi idol, and the central Shiva linga. Seek the blessing of Lord Shiva and attend the evening aarti. Somnath temple is a major pilgrimage and tourist spot in Gujarat. Overnight stay at the hotel in Somnath.

Today check out from hotel and drive to Rajkot airport & catch the flight to Pune. Night stay in Pune.

Enjoy the stunning scenery and the breathtaking views of the river during the Pune to Bhimashankar road trip.Visit the “Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga Temple”, one of the 12 highly respected Jyotirlingas in India. Seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. The temple displays traditional and modern constructions in the Nagara style of architecture, a masterpiece of ancient Vishwakarma sculptors. The beauty of the temple is highlighted by the greenery all around. You can also plan a visit to the Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary in the evening, where you will explore the beauty of nature with lush hills, waterfalls, and dense forests. This wildlife sanctuary is home to the Indian Giant Squirrel, also known as the Malabar Giant Squirrel, and endangered species of birds. After darshan drive to Shirdi, on the way visit “Shani Shingnapur Temple dedicated to Lord Shani and associated with the planet Saturn”. Overnight stay at the hotel in Shirdi.

In the early morning visit “Sri Sai Baba Temple Shirdi”, leave to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, ‘Grishneshwar Temple’, also known as the Dhushmeshwar Temple. The word Grishneshwar means “lord of compassion”.  After visiting this temple, head towards Nashik, an ancient city in Maharashtra. On arrival in Nashik, complete the check-in formalities and enjoy the rest of the time at leisure. If you get some free time, then Nashik is an excellent spot for shopaholics as this city is famous for its shopping streets. You can find numerous shopping items such as handicrafts, silver items, copper items, and statues of brass. Overnight stay at the hotel in Nashik.

After breakfast drive towards “Trimbakeshwar, home to one of the 12 sacred Jyotirlinga”. The pious Trimbakeshwar Temple is situated around 28 km from Nashik city. The third Peshwa Balaji Bajirao constructed the temple on the position of an ancient temple. The Jyotirlinga here has its three appearances embracing Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Rudra. The significance of this temple is enhanced as the Godavari begins from the Brahmagiri hills in this town, and it is believed that it is the birthplace of Lord Ganesha, known as a place of Tri-Sandhya Gayatri. According to Hindu mythology, those who visit Trimbakeshwar attain salvation or Moksha (it refers to freedom from the cycle of death and rebirth). Due to its utmost religious importance, this holy destination, a large number of devotees visit this temple every year. Afternoon catch the flight to Indore and on arrival transefr to Ujjain. Overnight stay at the hotel in Ujjain.

Wake up early in the morning and head straight towards the “Mahakaleshwar Temple Jyotirlinga Darshan” at 6AM and return to the hotel for breakfast. This is followed by a road trip to Omkareshwar, one of the 12 revered Jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva. It is an island called Shivpuri between the Narmada River and the river surrounding the temple. The island’s shape is said to be like the Hindu symbol ‘Om’. Omkareshwar is the most visited religious tourism place in Madhya Pradesh. Post reaching, complete the check-in formalities and unwind yourself. The evening is reserved for visiting the “Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga Temple”. Also, get a chance to attend the Aarti. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Indore.  

You will get transferred to the Indore airport to board a flight to Hyderabad. On your arrival in Hyderabad, begin your drive to Srisailam, a census town in the Kurnool district of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. This town is renowned for Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple, located on the Nallamala Hills, and the temple is devoted to Lord Shiva. After reaching, proceed for a visit to the magnificent “Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga Temple”, also known as Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Temple or Srisailam Temple. Finally, attend the grand aarti in the evening and seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. A grand festival is celebrated every year in February and March, and visiting during the festival adds more appeal to the darshan. The seven-day long festival, Maha Shivaratri Brahmotsavam, is one of the most popular festivals of the temple. Overnight stay at the pre-booked hotel in Srisailam.

Attend the early morning ‘Abhishekam’ ceremony at Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga Temple and seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. Later return to the hotel, enjoy the delicious breakfast and check out from the respective hotel. After this, start your drive back to Hyderabad. Upon reaching, complete the check-in at the hotel and relax for a few hours. Then, enjoy your leisure time by visiting the most popular attractions such as Salarjung Museum, Charminar, and the second biggest Mosque in India. You can also explore the local street markets of Hyderabad and buy souvenirs for your loved ones, such as Hyderabadi Pearls, Kalamkari Fabrics, Lac Bangles, and many more. Stay overnight at the hotel in Hyderabad.

Transfer towards the airport to catch a flight for Madurai. Madurai is a dynamic and ancient city settled on the Vaigai River in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. On arrival in Madurai, visit the renowned Meenakshi Amman Temple. This divine temple is dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi, a form of Goddess Parvati, and her consort, Sundareshwar, a form of Shiva. After seeking the blessings of the Goddess Meenakshi, get on the road to Rameshwaram. The drive to the island town takes almost 4 hours. On arrival, check into a hotel and unwind yourself. Later, visit the “Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple. One of the twelve Jyotirlinga temples”, this is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located on Rameswaram Island in Tamil Nadu. The list of unique features in its structure seems to be infinite. This temple holds its name in history books as it has the largest hallway anywhere in India. It is spread across 15 acres, including tall Gopurams and huge walls. In addition, there is a huge pillared corridor that is around 1220 meters in length. Another notable feature of Ramanathaswamy Temple is 22 wells spread throughout the premises. It is said that water from each well tastes different. Overnight stay at the hotel in Rameshwaram.

Wake up early in the morning, around 4:00 am, and get ready for the holy Mani Darshan. Later proceed for rituals of Kund snan. Also, attend the ‘Abhishekam’ ceremony at the Rameshwaram Jyotirlinga Temple. Then, seek the blessings of the Lord and return to your hotel. Savor the delicious breakfast and complete the check-out formalities. Then begin your return journey to Madurai by road. Just sit back and enjoy your favorite music with beautiful views during the road trip. Night stay in Madurai.

Check out from the hotel, catch the flight to Delhi. Welcome at airport and transfer to hotel, after refreshment leave for Delhi Sightseeing visit India Gate, President House, Akshardham Temple. Overnight stay at the hotel in Delhi.

Enjoy your breakfast, complete your check-out formalities, and get ready for transfer to Delhi airport for catch your onwards flight.