Embark on a sacred and historical 8-day journey across Maharashtra! Explore the holy shrines of Nasik, Shirdi, and Shani Singanapur alongside the breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Ajanta and Ellora Caves, departing from Kerala.
Experience a perfect blend of profound spirituality and ancient architectural marvels with Team Yathri Holidays. This meticulously planned 7 Nights & 8 Days Pilgrimage and Heritage Tour takes you from the sacred banks of Nasik and the divine presence of Shirdi to the awe-inspiring rock-cut caves of Ajanta and Ellora.
Tour Overview & Pricing
- Tour Duration: 07 Nights & 08 Days.
- Departure Date: 25 September 2026.
- Tour Cost: INR 20,000 per person on a Double Sharing basis (Excludes Train/Flight fares).
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 (25 Sep 2026): Departure from Kerala
- Meal Plan: None (X-X-X)
- 10:30 AM: Board your train from Ernakulam Junction.
- Boarding Timelines: The train passes through key stations across Kerala:
- Thrissur: 12:02 PM
- Calicut: 02:37 PM
- Kannur: 04:02 PM
- Evening: The rail journey continues overnight through neighboring states.
Day 2 (26 Sep 2026): Arrival in Nasik
- Meal Plan: Dinner (X-X-D)
- Stay: Comfortable hotel in Nasik
- 04:35 PM: Arrive at the Nasik Railway Station. Meet your tour representative for a group pickup and transfer to your hotel for check-in.
- Note: Passengers opting for flight travel can arrive and join the group in Nasik on this day. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 3 (27 Sep 2026): Trimbakeshwar, Panchavati & Transfer to Shirdi
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (B-L-D)
- Stay: Comfortable hotel in Shirdi
- Early Morning: Proceed to visit the holy Trimbakeshwar Temple, housing one of the sacred Jyotirlingas.
- Morning: Return to the hotel for breakfast, complete check-out formalities, and visit Panchavati—a site deeply revered in the Ramayana.
- Afternoon/Evening: Drive down to the holy town of Shirdi for an overnight stay.
Day 4 (28 Sep 2026): Shirdi Baba Darshan, Shani Singanapur & Aurangabad
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (B-L-D)
- Stay: Comfortable hotel in Aurangabad
- Morning: Visit the world-famous Shirdi Sai Baba Temple for a peaceful darshan.
- Afternoon: Travel to Shani Singanapur to visit the unique, doorless village temple dedicated to Lord Shani.
- Evening: Proceed to Aurangabad for check-in and an overnight stay.
Day 5 (29 Sep 2026): Full-Day Ajanta Caves Excursion
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (B-L-D)
- Stay: Comfortable hotel in Aurangabad
- Full Day: Dedicate your day to exploring the magnificent Ajanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site located 110 km from Aurangabad city.
- Highlights: The complex features 26 rock-cut Buddhist caves decorated with world-renowned, intricate wall paintings that vividly depict stories from the Jataka tales. Key caves recommended for visitation include Cave numbers 1, 2, 16, 17, 19, and 26. Return to Aurangabad for an overnight stay.
Day 6 (30 Sep 2026): Grishneshwar, Ellora Caves, Bibi Ka Maqbara & Departure
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (B-L-D)
- Morning: Following breakfast, visit the sacred Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple.
- Mid-Day: Explore the spectacular Ellora Caves, another monumental UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring the world’s largest monolithic rock-cut structures. Dating from 600–1000 CE, the site encompasses 17 Hindu, 12 Buddhist, and 5 Jain caves built under the Rashtrakuta and Yadava Dynasties. Key highlights include Cave 15 (Dasavatara) and Cave 16 (the breathtaking Kailasa Temple).
- Afternoon: Tour Bibi Ka Maqbara, historically commissioned by Emperor Aurangzeb and built by Prince Azam Shah in memory of Rabia-ul-Durrani (Dilras Banu Begum). It is widely celebrated as the “Taj of the Deccan”.
- Flight Passengers: Airport drop-offs are scheduled for this afternoon/evening.
- Night: Following group dinner, transfer via a 3-to-4 hour road journey to the Manmad Railway Station.
Day 7 (01 Oct 2026): Return Rail Journey
- Meal Plan: None (Train Catering)
- 01:15 AM: Board your return train departing from Manmad Railway Station bound for Kerala. Relax as the train journeys south.
Day 8 (02 Oct 2026): Arrival in Kerala
- Morning: Arrive back at your respective home stations in Kerala with sacred memories. Expected arrival times are:
- Kannur: 02:00 AM
- Calicut: 03:30 AM
- Thrissur: 06:00 AM
- Ernakulam: 08:00 AM
Tour Inclusions & Exclusions
Package Inclusions
- Accommodations: Stay in comfortable 3-star hotels booked on a double-sharing basis. (Triple-sharing rooms with an extra bed can be arranged on request; single occupancy carries extra charges).
- Transportation: Guided transit via a premium air-conditioned luxury coach with push-back seating, including a centralized group pick-up and drop facility.
- Food Services: 3 fresh meals per day (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) starting from dinner on Day 2 to dinner on Day 6. Note: If the traveling group size is 15 passengers or more, an exclusive Yathri kitchen team will accompany the tour; otherwise, meals follow the hotel’s specialized meal plan.
- Sightseeing: Entry tickets to all primary landmarks and historical sites specified within the official itinerary.
- Tour Management: Professional assistance from a dedicated Malayalee Tour Manager operating from the primary destination arrival point through departure. Representatives will also coordinate document handovers at Kochi or Trivandrum airports for flying travelers.
- Taxes: 5% GST is fully integrated into the package cost.
Package Exclusions
- Round-trip Flight or Train tickets (Yathri can book these for you upon explicit request).
- Local vehicle alternatives, shared jeeps, autos, or electric battery vehicles required in narrow lanes or coach-restricted heritage areas.
- Personal room service orders, specialty beverages, teas, snacks, and any meals outside the preset regular group menu.
- Porterage assistance, personal telephone bills, and laundry charges.
- Unforeseen fuel surcharges or newly introduced government-levied taxes.
Registration and Financial Terms
Booking Details
- Advance Deposit: Secure your reservation by submitting an initial advance payment of INR 10,000 per person plus the actual cost of your flight or rail ticket.
- Documentation: Provide clean copies of your original Aadhaar Card or Voter’s ID via email to doc.yathri@gmail.com. Ensure you carry the exact same original physical ID card throughout the journey.
- Accounts Desk Coordination: +91 94477 73217
Official Bank Account Profile
- Account Holder Name: TEAM YATHRI INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
- Bank Name: IDFC FIRST BANK, ERNAKULAM BRANCH
- Account Type: CURRENT ACCOUNT
- Account Number: 10272971976
- IFSC Code: IDFB0080511
- Official UPI ID: teamyathriindia@idfcbank
Cancellation Fee Matrix
Land cost cancellations follow a tiered penalty structure based on your cancellation date relative to departure:
| Cancellation Timing | Applicable Financial Penalty |
| More than 30 Days Prior to Departure | Flat fee of INR 6,000 per head + actual train/flight ticket cancellation fees. |
| 31 to 15 Days Prior to Departure | 30% of the total tour package cost + actual train/flight ticket cancellation fees. |
| Within 15 Days of Departure | 100% of the tour cost (Strictly non-refundable layout) + actual ticket cancellation fees. |
Important Tour Notes
Minimum Passenger Quorum: This package and its advertised pricing are calculated based on a minimum operational group size of 30 adult passengers traveling together. A sharp decline in participants may prompt modifications to the vehicle size, meal plan arrangement, or overall tour cost, with the difference shared by the travelers.
Narrow Road Routing: In historical sectors or dense urban zones where heavy luxury coaches face restriction or road width limitations, passengers will utilize local autos or shared cabs on the spot. These nominal transport costs are collected locally and split among the passengers.
Contact Team Yathri Holidays to Reserve Your Spots:
- Central Helpdesk: +91 98471 88880
- Corporate Address: Kochaneth Lane, South Janatha Rd, Palarivattom, Ernakulam, Kerala 682025
- Official Website: www.yathriholidays.com
- Email Support: info@yathriholidays.com