Package Description
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Day 1: Delhi → Varanasi (Kashi Vishwanath)
Fly to Varanasi and settle into a luxury hotel (e.g., Taj Ganges/Brāhmaputra-style suites feel). Evening private aarti experience on Dashashwamedh/Assi Ghat by boat with reserved seating and porterage.
Knowledge: Kashi Vishwanath is one of the most revered Jyotirlingas; darshan here is believed to Grant Liberation.
Day 2: Kashi Darshan & Sarnath Ease Day
Unhurried morning VIP/assisted entry to Shri Kashi Vishwanath-rickshaw drop near the corridor to minimize walking. Gentle lanes tour with a guide, then drive to Sarnath (Deer Park, Dhamek Stupa, Museum). Return early for rest.
Day 3: Varanasi at Leisure—Weaves & River
Early start. Private sunrise boat glide on the Ganga (cushioned seating, life jackets). Visit a silk atelier to see Banarasi weaving; light, early dinner. Optional Ghat evening stroll with wheelchair support on the promenade.
Day 4: Varanasi → Deoghar (Baidyanath Dham)
Fly to Deoghar. Check into the best premium property. Short orientation drive around Naulakha Temple and Tapovan Hills (photo stops only).
Day 5: Baidyanath Jyotirlinga Darshan
Early assisted darshan at Baba Baidyanath Dham; option to continue to Basukinath (45–60 mins) for a brief visit if energy permits.
Knowledge: Baidyanath is associated with Lord Shiva as the “Divine Physician,” famed for healing grace.
Day 6: Deoghar → Indore → Ujjain
Fly to Indore and transfer to Ujjain (~1 hr). Check into a luxury hotel in Ujjain depending on preference. Evening Bhasma Aarti guidance (pre-arranged passes where feasible; subject to temple norms).
Day 7: Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga
Assisted darshan at Mahakaleshwar. Easy city tour: Ram Ghat (Shipra), Kal Bhairav (short ramp access), Harsiddhi Shaktipeeth (gentle visit).
Knowledge: Mahakal is the Lord of Time; the only south-facing Jyotirlinga.
Day 8: Omkareshwar Day Excursion (Relaxed)
Drive to Omkareshwar (via Indore, smooth roads). Battery-cart/boat options to reach the island (Booked In Advance). Assisted darshan at Shri Omkareshwar.
Knowledge: Located on an Om-shaped island on Narmada; symbolizes the cosmic sound “Om.”
Day 9: Indore → Nashik
Fly to Nashik. Check in at a luxury vineyard/hotel.
Day 10: Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga
Morning assisted darshan at Trimbakeshwar (some steps; we arrange nearest drop & support). Gentle Panchavati circuit (Ramkund from a viewpoint, Kalaram Temple exterior).
Knowledge: Source region of the Godavari; Trimbak emphasizes the three aspects of Shiva.
Day 11: Nashik → Shirdi (Shani Shingnapur Optional)
Short, relaxed drive to Shirdi. Optional Shani Shingnapur stop (level, brief visit). Evening free; spa/rest at hotel.
Day 12: Shirdi → Ellora → Grishneshwar → Aurangabad
Drive to Ellora Caves (focus on a few easy-access highlights with minimal walking) and assisted darshan at Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga (ramp/short approach arranged). Stay at a premium hotel in Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar).
Knowledge: Grishneshwar, near Ellora, is the 12th Jyotirlinga—symbol of renewal and devotion.
Day 13: Ajanta Caves (Soft-Pace)
Leisurely day trip to Ajanta with selective, senior-friendly viewpoints, audio-guided storytelling, shaded rest stops, and early return.
Day 14: Aurangabad → Bhimashankar → Pune
Scenic drive to Bhimashankar; assisted darshan with reserved porters/doli where needed (terrain involves steps—safety first, we customize). Continue to Pune; check into a luxury hotel.
Day 15: Pune Easy Day
Late breakfast; optional Aga Khan Palace, Koregaon Park cafe stop, and riverside drive. Prepare for next sector; laundry & spa slot.
Day 16: Pune → Jamnagar → Dwarka
Fly to Jamnagar and transfer to Dwarka. Sunset by Dwarkadhish temple ghat; light, early dinner.
Day 17: Nageshwar Jyotirlinga & Dwarka
Assisted darshan at Nageshwar (short approach), then Dwarkadhish Temple and a calm ferry crossing to Bet Dwarka (private boat upgrade for comfort).
Knowledge: Nageshwar represents Shiva as the Lord who destroys venom—victory over negativity.
Day 18: Dwarka → Somnath (via Porbandar)
Coastal drive with photo halt at Porbandar (Kirti Mandir exterior). Check into a sea-view resort at Somnath. Sunset temple lighting walk.
Day 19: Somnath Jyotirlinga
Private guided darshan at Somnath and time at the ocean promenade. Evening light-and-sound show (priority seating).
Knowledge: Somnath—“Lord of the Moon”—the first among the Jyotirlingas, symbol of Resilience.
Day 20: Gir Devalia Safari & Rest
Short, smooth excursion to Devalia Interpretation Park (closed-circuit style drive, senior-friendly) to experience Gir’s ecosystem without long safaris. Return for pool/siesta.
Day 21: Somnath → Ahmedabad
Comfortable highway run to Ahmedabad. Luxury check-in. Easy evening at the Sabarmati Riverfront.
Day 22: Ahmedabad Heritage (Soft-Pace)
Late start: Sabarmati Ashram, drive-through of Pols with a short, flat walk, and Akshardham (gardens and cultural show; wheelchairs available on request).
Day 23: Statue of Unity Day Trip
Chauffeured day trip to Statue of Unity (buggy/EV carts used; museum & viewing gallery if energy permits). Return to Ahmedabad; early night.
Day 24: Ahmedabad → Madurai → Rameswaram
Fly to Madurai, drive on the new highway to Rameswaram. Check in at a top beachfront/pilgrim-friendly luxury hotel. Sunset on Pamban channel.
Day 25: Rameswaram Jyotirlinga & Dhanushkodi
Assisted darshan at Ramanathaswamy Temple (we handle ceremonial bath sequence only if desired; otherwise standard darshan). Gentle coastal drive to Dhanushkodi viewpoint boardwalk.
Knowledge: Rameswaram signifies Shiva worshipped by Rama—union of devotion and duty.
Day 26: Rameswaram → Madurai → Hyderabad
Drive to Madurai (Meenakshi Temple exterior view or quick interior if time permits), then fly to Hyderabad. Luxury hotel check-in, biryani tasting dinner (in-room if preferred).
Day 27: Hyderabad Easy Day
Charminar photo stop (from a drop-close point), Salar Jung Museum quick wing, Laad Bazaar drive-through for bangles; rest in the afternoon.
Day 28: Hyderabad → Srisailam (Mallikarjun)
Scenic Nallamala drive to Srisailam. Assisted darshan at Mallikarjun Jyotirlinga with ample rest stops.
Knowledge: Mallikarjun
Special Care & Plus Points for Senior Citizens Booking With Us
- Zero-rush pacing: late starts after travel days, built-in rest afternoons, and door-to-door drop-offs to minimize walking.
- Mobility solutions: wheelchairs, e-rickshaws/buggies, and vetted doli/porter services at temples like Bhimashankar where steps exist.
- Health first: senior-safe menus, hydration breaks every 90 minutes, pulse-oximeter & BP monitor carried by the tour manager.
- Temple comfort kits: slip-on socks, shawls, sanitized pooja kits, seating mats, and disposable rain ponchos.
- Darshan concierge: pre-arranged aarti/pooja slots (subject to temple rules), minimal standing time, shaded waiting.
- Safety-led routing: flights replace long night drives; hotels chosen for lifts/ramps, and rooms near elevators when possible.
- Flexible participation: if anyone skips an activity, we provide an easy alternative (spa/rest lounge/short city drive).
- Priority support: a single 24×7 helpline with a dedicated senior-care coordinator tracking vitals & comfort feedback daily.
Notes & Customization
- Kedarnath is excluded as requested; the other 11 Jyotirlingas covered: Kashi Vishwanath, Baidyanath (Deoghar), Mahakaleshwar (Ujjain), Omkareshwar, Trimbakeshwar, Grishneshwar, Bhimashankar, Nageshwar (Dwarka), Somnath, Ramanathaswamy (Rameswaram), Mallikarjun (Srisailam).
- Where terrain has steps (e.g., Bhimashankar, sections of Trimbakeshwar/Grishneshwar), we plan closest-drop access, rest points, and assistance; actual on-ground availability can vary day-to-day and we always keep a safe fallback.
- All flights/routes are sample-based; we’ll lock the exact timings after we place holds on the best senior-friendly schedules.
