Shirdi Tour Packages
Shirdi is the town where Sai Baba lived and is buried, and the Samadhi Mandir attracts millions of devotees of all faiths each year. Pilgrims often combine it with Nashik and the Shani Shingnapur temple.
Shirdi at a glance
- LocationMaharashtra, India
- Time zoneIndian Standard Time (UTC+5:30)
- Driving sideLeft
- Calling code+91
- CurrencyIndian rupee (INR)
- LanguagesMarathi
- Ideal stay1 day
- Getting thereShirdi Airport (SAG), with limited flights
Best time to visit: October to March
Top Shirdi travel packages
A few of our Shirdi itineraries in different travel styles. Every one is private and can be changed to suit you.
Pilgrimage toursShirdiShirdi & Nashik Pilgrimage3 Days | 2 Nights
Cultural holidaysMumbai · Aurangabad (Ajanta & Ellora) ·…Maharashtra Heritage Circuit6 Days | 5 Nights
Pilgrimage toursNashik · ShirdiNashik Vineyards & Shirdi4 Days | 3 Nights
Pilgrimage toursMumbai · ShirdiMumbai Siddhivinayak & Shirdi4 Days | 3 NightsEssential tips for travelling to Shirdi
UPI and cards are widely accepted in cities and hotels; keep some cash for small shops, rural areas, hill towns and tips.
Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Drink bottled or filtered water; it is cheap and easy to find.
112 (all emergencies)
Languages spoken: Marathi.
Mumbai and Pune have the main airports; Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar) serves the caves. The Mumbai–Pune expressway connects to Lonavala.
Ajanta is closed on Mondays and Ellora on Tuesdays, so plan the caves on two different days.
Mumbai local trains are fast but crowded at rush hour; use a car for sightseeing.
Book darshan and aarti passes online in advance on the official Sai Sansthan site.
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
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Everything you need to know about Shirdi
Shirdi is the town where Sai Baba lived and is buried, and the Samadhi Mandir attracts millions of devotees of all faiths each year. Pilgrims often combine it with Nashik and the Shani Shingnapur temple.
Highlights include Shri Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir, Dwarkamai, Chavadi and Shani Shingnapur. Local food worth trying: Prasad, Maharashtrian meals and Misal pav. Plan 1 day here; it suits pilgrims, families. Our Shirdi itineraries run from 3 to 6 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
October to March. Comfortable weather; Ram Navami and Guru Purnima are crowded.
How to reach Shirdi
- By air: Shirdi Airport (SAG), with limited flights
- By rail: Sainagar Shirdi railway station
- By road: About 5–6 hours from Mumbai
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
3D / 2NShirdiShirdi & Nashik Pilgrimage
Darshan at the Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir with aarti passes, plus Shani Shingnapur and Trimbakeshwar near Nashik.
View itinerary →6D / 5NMumbai · Aurangabad (Ajanta & Ellora) · Shirdi · PuneMaharashtra Heritage Circuit
Caves, shrines and Peshwa history: Mumbai, Ajanta and Ellora, Shirdi and Pune's Shaniwar Wada.
View itinerary →4D / 3NNashik · ShirdiNashik Vineyards & Shirdi
Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga, Panchavati and a vineyard tasting in Nashik, then darshan at Shirdi Sai Baba temple.
View itinerary →4D / 3NMumbai · ShirdiMumbai Siddhivinayak & Shirdi
Siddhivinayak, Mahalaxmi and Haji Ali in Mumbai, then two nights in Shirdi for darshan and aarti at the Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir and a day trip to Shani Shingnapur.
View itinerary →4 itineraries
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Top things to see in Shirdi
ShirdiShrine where Sai Baba's remains rest
ShirdiMosque where Sai Baba lived
MaharashtraWhere he slept on alternate nights
MaharashtraJyotirlinga temple near Nashik
Cultural experiences in Shirdi
Heritage and landmarks
ShirdiShrine where Sai Baba's remains rest
ShirdiMosque where Sai Baba lived
ShirdiVillage with no doors, about 70 km away
MaharashtraJyotirlinga temple near Nashik
Experiences
- Darshan and aarti
On the menuFood to try
- Prasad
- Maharashtrian meals
- Misal pav
Outdoor activities in Shirdi
Many activities are seasonal. Best time for Shirdi: October to March. We check operating seasons for your dates.
Shirdi travel tips
Visa and entry
Indian citizens do not need a visa; carry a government photo ID such as Aadhaar or a passport for hotels and flights.
Health and safety
Travel insurance is a good idea, especially for adventure activities. Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription.
Currency and tipping
The currency is the Indian rupee (INR). Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Best time to visit
October to March. Comfortable weather; Ram Navami and Guru Purnima are crowded.
Getting around
Mumbai and Pune have the main airports; Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar) serves the caves. The Mumbai–Pune expressway connects to Lonavala.
Local etiquette
- Dress modestly at temples, churches and mosques, and remove footwear where asked.
- Ask before photographing people, and follow photography rules at religious sites and museums.
What to pack
Pack a light jacket or sweater for cool evenings, modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees for religious sites and comfortable walking shoes.
Phone and internet
Mobile data is good in towns and cities.
Budget
We don't publish fixed prices because the season, hotel category, flights and group size change the cost. Your written quote lists exactly what is included, so you can compare like for like.
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