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The 12 Jyotirlingas are the most sacred manifestations of Lord Shiva, scattered across India from the Himalayas to the southern shores.
Completing all twelve darshans is considered one of the highest spiritual achievements in Shaivism.
This yatra covers temples located in:
Gujarat
Maharashtra
Madhya Pradesh
Uttarakhand
Uttar Pradesh
Jharkhand
Tamil Nadu
Andhra Pradesh
MTT Holidays designs this pilgrimage with:
• Smart travel sequencing to reduce fatigue
• Comfortable hotels near temple towns
• Structured darshan coordination
• Balanced spiritual and rest days
• Senior-friendly pacing
This is not just a tour. It is a spiritual conquest across India.
Day 1–2 – Gujarat Jyotirlingas
Day 3–5 – Maharashtra Circuit
Day 6–7 – Madhya Pradesh Circuit
Day 8–10 – South India Jyotirlingas
Day 11–13 – East & Kashi Circuit
Day 14–17 – Kedarnath Himalayan Completion
Itineraries
Day 1
Arrival in Rajkot / Ahmedabad – Transfer to Somnath
Arrival in Gujarat. Drive to Somnath (approx. 4–5 hrs). Evening darshan at Somnath Jyotirlinga overlooking the Arabian Sea. Attend evening aarti and light & sound show. Overnight in Somnath.
Day 2
Somnath – Dwarka (Nageshwar)
Morning darshan at Somnath. After breakfast, drive to Dwarka (approx. 4–5 hrs). Visit Nageshwar Jyotirlinga and Dwarkadhish Temple. Evening at Gomti Ghat. Overnight in Dwarka.
Day 3
Dwarka – Rajkot – Fly to Mumbai – Nashik
Drive to Rajkot/Ahmedabad airport. Flight to Mumbai. Continue by road to Nashik (4 hrs). Overnight stay in Nashik.
Day 4
Trimbakeshwar – Bhimashankar – Pune
Early morning darshan at Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga. After breakfast, drive to Bhimashankar (4–5 hrs). Darshan at Bhimashankar Temple nestled in Sahyadri hills. Continue to Pune for overnight stay.
Day 5
Pune – Aurangabad – Grishneshwar
Drive to Aurangabad (5 hrs). Visit Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga near Ellora Caves. Optional short visit to Ellora. Overnight stay in Aurangabad.
Day 6
Fly to Indore – Ujjain (Mahakaleshwar)
Morning transfer to airport. Flight to Indore. Drive to Ujjain (1 hr). Evening darshan at Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga. Overnight in Ujjain.
Day 7
Bhasma Aarti – Omkareshwar – Indore
Early morning Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar (pre-booked). After breakfast, drive to Omkareshwar (3 hrs). Darshan at island temple on Narmada River. Return to Indore. Overnight stay.
Day 8
Fly to Hyderabad – Srisailam (Mallikarjuna)
Morning flight to Hyderabad. Drive to Srisailam (5–6 hrs scenic ghat road). Evening darshan at Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga. Overnight stay.
Day 9
Srisailam – Hyderabad – Fly to Madurai
Morning temple visit. Return drive to Hyderabad airport. Evening flight to Madurai. Overnight stay.
Day 10
Rameshwaram Jyotirlinga
Early drive to Rameshwaram (3 hrs). Ritual bath in 22 holy wells. Darshan at Ramanathaswamy Temple (Rameshwaram Jyotirlinga). Return to Madurai. Overnight stay.
Day 11
Fly to Varanasi
Morning flight to Varanasi (via Chennai/Hyderabad). Evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat. Overnight in Varanasi.
Day 12
Kashi Vishwanath Darshan
Morning darshan at Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga. Visit Annapurna Temple & Kal Bhairav. Afternoon rest. Evening free for spiritual exploration. Overnight stay.
Day 13
Fly to Deoghar (Vaidyanath)
Flight/train to Deoghar (Jharkhand). Darshan at Vaidyanath Jyotirlinga. Evening rest. Overnight stay.
Day 14
Fly to Dehradun – Haridwar
Morning transfer to airport. Flight to Dehradun. Drive to Haridwar. Evening Ganga Aarti. Overnight stay.
Day 15
Haridwar – Guptkashi
Drive to Guptkashi (8–9 hrs). Scenic Himalayan journey via Rudraprayag. Overnight stay.
Day 16
Kedarnath Darshan
Early transfer to Sonprayag. Trek or helicopter to Kedarnath. Darshan at Kedarnath Jyotirlinga. Overnight stay near temple or return to Guptkashi (as per package).
Day 17
Return to Haridwar / Dehradun – Departure
Return drive. Tour concludes after completing all 12 Jyotirlingas.
• 16 Nights hotel accommodation (Twin / Double sharing basis)
• Daily breakfast & dinner (Pure vegetarian meals)
• All intercity transfers as per itinerary (Flight/Train/AC Coach optimized routing)
• All local sightseeing and temple transfers as mentioned
• Airport / Railway station pickup & drop
• All toll taxes, parking charges, driver allowances
• Darshan assistance at all Jyotirlingas
• Entry assistance for Mahakaleshwar Bhasma Aarti (subject to availability)
• Tour manager / Yatra coordinator for group departures (15+ pax)
• Kedarnath ground coordination (trek guidance)
• Basic first-aid support during journey
• Airfare / Train tickets (unless booked under flight-inclusive plan)
• Helicopter charges for Kedarnath
• Pony / Palki / Doli charges
• VIP darshan or special puja tickets (unless specified)
• Personal expenses (laundry, phone, tips, snacks, etc.)
• Entry fees to monuments (Ellora, etc. optional visits)
• Travel insurance
• Medical expenses
• Any extra stay due to weather, flight cancellation, natural calamities
• GST (if applicable)
Minimum 16–18 days are required if covering all temples comfortably without rushing. Shorter durations increase fatigue significantly.
October to March is ideal for most temples. However, Kedarnath is open only between May and October, so the full circuit is best done in May–June or September–October.
Yes, unless you opt for helicopter services. The trek is approximately 16–18 km one way from Gaurikund.
Yes, but medical fitness is essential. Helicopter option for Kedarnath is strongly recommended for elderly pilgrims.
Moderate. Most temples require minimal walking, but Kedarnath and Bhimashankar involve uphill movement. Travel involves long intercity transfers.
Regular darshan assistance is included. VIP or special puja tickets depend on temple rules and availability.
Yes. Bhasma Aarti requires advance online booking and government ID verification.
It is not mandatory but highly recommended due to multi-state travel and high-altitude visits.
Yes. Many devotees complete it in 2–3 phases:
• West India Phase
• South India Phase
• North & East Phase
Standard/Deluxe category hotels near temple towns. Basic hotels in remote locations like Kedarnath are provided due to limited availability.
Yes. Only pure vegetarian food is served throughout the yatra.
Valid government ID proof is mandatory for hotel check-ins and temple entries. Kedarnath requires biometric registration during season.
Alternate arrangements or rescheduling will be provided as per government guidelines. Helicopter operations depend strictly on weather clearance.
Maximum 15 kg per person. For Kedarnath, only small backpacks are advisable.
Both options are available. Fixed group departures are cost-effective, while private tours offer flexibility.
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