8N/9D Slow Travel Western India Grand Master - Leisurely Maharashtra Cultural Journey

Aurangabad, Shirdi, Nashik, Mahabaleshwar, Mumbai · 8 nights / 9 days · India

Leisurely Maharashtra Cultural Journey. Stay plan: Aurangabad (2N) – Shirdi (2N) – Nashik (1N) – Mahabaleshwar (2N) – Mumbai (1N). Arrive Mumbai, depart Mumbai.

Day by day

1. Day 1 — Arrival at Gateway - Transfer to Aurangabad

   Arrive at airport / railway station (Mumbai/Pune/Goa/Ahmedabad). Meet our tour representative and commence your journey to Aurangabad. Check in at hotel/resort/beach camp. Historic city of architectural marvels: UNESCO World Heritage rock-cut caves of Ajanta and Ellora, Daulatabad Fort, and Bibi Ka Maqbara. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Aurangabad.

   Overnight: Aurangabad

2. Day 2 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Aurangabad

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and spiritual landmarks of Aurangabad. Historic city of architectural marvels: UNESCO World Heritage rock-cut caves of Ajanta and Ellora, Daulatabad Fort, and Bibi Ka Maqbara. Evening stroll through local markets and beach avenues. Overnight stay in Aurangabad.

   Overnight: Aurangabad

3. Day 3 — Aurangabad to Shirdi Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Shirdi through picturesque coastal highways, Western Ghat passes, or desert roads. Arrive in Shirdi and check in at hotel/resort. Divine Abode of Shri Sai Baba: Holy Samadhi Mandir, Dwarkamai, Chavadi, and Gurusthan pilgrimage tour. Overnight stay in Shirdi.

   Overnight: Shirdi

4. Day 4 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Shirdi

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and spiritual landmarks of Shirdi. Divine Abode of Shri Sai Baba: Holy Samadhi Mandir, Dwarkamai, Chavadi, and Gurusthan pilgrimage tour. Evening stroll through local markets and beach avenues. Overnight stay in Shirdi.

   Overnight: Shirdi

5. Day 5 — Shirdi to Nashik Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Nashik through picturesque coastal highways, Western Ghat passes, or desert roads. Arrive in Nashik and check in at hotel/resort. Wine Capital of India & Sacred Pilgrimage: Kalaram Temple, Panchavati Ghats on Godavari River, and world-class vineyards. Overnight stay in Nashik.

   Overnight: Nashik

6. Day 6 — Nashik to Mahabaleshwar Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Mahabaleshwar through picturesque coastal highways, Western Ghat passes, or desert roads. Arrive in Mahabaleshwar and check in at hotel/resort. Renowned hill station in Sahyadri mountains: Venna Lake boating, Pratapgarh Fort, Mapro Garden, and majestic valley viewpoints. Overnight stay in Mahabaleshwar.

   Overnight: Mahabaleshwar

7. Day 7 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Mahabaleshwar

   Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and spiritual landmarks of Mahabaleshwar. Renowned hill station in Sahyadri mountains: Venna Lake boating, Pratapgarh Fort, Mapro Garden, and majestic valley viewpoints. Evening stroll through local markets and beach avenues. Overnight stay in Mahabaleshwar.

   Overnight: Mahabaleshwar

8. Day 8 — Mahabaleshwar to Mumbai Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights

   Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Mumbai through picturesque coastal highways, Western Ghat passes, or desert roads. Arrive in Mumbai and check in at hotel/resort. Financial Capital of India: Gateway of India, Siddhivinayak Temple, Marine Drive, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, and Elephanta Caves ferry excursion. Overnight stay in Mumbai.

   Overnight: Mumbai

9. Day 9 — Mumbai - Morning Sightseeing & Onward Departure

   Post breakfast and morning views, check out from hotel. Complete any final souvenir shopping (Kolhapuri chappals, Kutch handicrafts, or Goan cashew nuts) before proceeding on your return transfer to airport / railway station for your onward journey home.

Inclusions

• Accommodation in selected category heritage palace hotels, luxury beach resorts, eco-camps, or standard hotels on DBL/Twin sharing basis.
• Meal Plan as booked (EP: Room Only / CP: Breakfast / MAP: Daily Buffet Breakfast & Dinner).
• Private exclusive AC Vehicle (Sedan / SUV Innova / Tempo Traveller / HiAce) for all airport/railway transfers, temple darshan transfers, and inter-city travel as per itinerary.
• Shirdi Sai Baba VIP Darshan coordination and Trimbakeshwar / Grishneshwar / Somnath / Dwarkadhish temple assistance.
• Ferry tickets to Elephanta Caves (Mumbai) and Dwarka to Betwo / Bet Dwarka boat crossings.
• All driver allowances, toll taxes, state inter-state border taxes, parking charges, and fuel charges.
• 24x7 on-tour coordination and dedicated Western India destination desk support.

Exclusions

• Airfare or Train tickets to/from Mumbai / Pune / Goa / Ahmedabad / Rajkot.
• Special temple pooja ticket costs, special darshan entry fees, or camera fees at religious shrines.
• Entry fees to monuments, museums, heritage palaces, water sports at Goa, or Ajanta/Ellora cave entry tickets.
• Additional meals, room service, alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone calls, or personal incidentals.
• Mandatory Gala Dinner supplements during Christmas Eve (24th Dec) and New Year's Eve (31st Dec).
• GST @ 5% applicable on overall billing invoice.
• Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like road blocks, flight delays, strikes, or extreme weather conditions.