12 JYOTIRLINGA ITINERARY
YATRA PLAN
28 Days | 11,000+ KMS | 8 Sacred States.
12 Jyotirlingas | One Complete Shiva Yatra.
Itinerary
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Day to Day Travel Plan
Day 1 | 23 Sep 2026 | Arrival & Sankalp
Delhi → Noida
Arrival in Delhi. Private group pickups and hotel check-in.
Evening orientation, yatra briefing, and collective Sankalp.
Overnight: Noida
Day 2 | 24 Sep 2026 | Into the Himalayas
Delhi → Rudraprayag
A steady ascent into the Garhwal Himalayas with controlled halts.
Overnight: Rudraprayag
Day 3 | 25 Sep 2026 | Kedarnath Jyotirlinga
Rudraprayag → Kedarnath
Drive to Sonprayag / Gaurikund, followed by the sacred trek.
Evening darshan at Kedarnath Jyotirlinga (weather permitting).
Overnight: Kedarnath
Day 4 | 26 Sep 2026 | Descent & Flow
Kedarnath → Rishikesh
Morning darshan, trek down, and onward drive.
Overnight: Rishikesh
Day 5 | 27 Sep 2026 | Ganga to Ram
Rishikesh → Ayodhya
Optional Ganga Aarti, followed by an overnight journey.
Overnight: En route
Day 6 | 28 Sep 2026 | Ayodhya to Kashi
Ayodhya → Varanasi
Morning darshan at Ram Mandir, then onward to Kashi.
Evening Ganga Aarti.
Overnight: Varanasi
Day 7 | 29 Sep 2026 | Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga
Varanasi
Early morning darshan at Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga.
Rest and evening departure towards Deoghar.
Overnight: En route
Day 8 | 30 Sep 2026 | Baidyanath Jyotirlinga
Varanasi → Deoghar
Evening darshan at Baidyanath Jyotirlinga.
Overnight: Deoghar
Day 9 | 01 Oct 2026 | Eastern Transition
Deoghar → Puri
Overnight journey.
Overnight: En route
Day 10 | 02 Oct 2026 | Puri – Alignment Day
Puri
Temple visits, rest, recovery, and preparation for the southern leg.
Overnight: Puri
Day 11 | 03 Oct 2026 | Coastal Flow
Puri → Visakhapatnam
A scenic coastal journey with a comfortable halt.
Overnight: Visakhapatnam
Day 12 | 04 Oct 2026 | Towards Andhra Pradesh
Visakhapatnam → Tirupati
Overnight journey.
Overnight: En route
Day 13 | 05 Oct 2026 | Sri Tirupati Jyotirlinga
Tirupati / Sri Kalahasti
Morning darshan at Sri Kalahasti.
Evening departure towards Srisailam.
Overnight: En route
Day 14 | 06 Oct 2026 | Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga
Srisailam
Darshan at Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga.
Evening departure southwards.
Overnight: En route
Day 15 | 07 Oct 2026 | Ramanathaswamy Jyotirlinga
Rameshwaram
Early morning darshan at Ramanathaswamy Jyotirlinga and sacred sea rituals.
Overnight: Rameshwaram
Day 16 | 08 Oct 2026 | Southern Transition
Rameshwaram → Madurai → Salem
Controlled inland journey for physical recovery.
Overnight: Salem
Day 17 | 09 Oct 2026 | Cross-Country Sacred Leg
Salem → Hubballi / Belagavi
A moderated long drive, breaking the earlier extreme Salem–Nashik stretch.
Evening rest, early dinner, and recovery.
Overnight: Hubballi / Belagavi
Day 18 | 10 Oct 2026 | Towards Maharashtra
Hubballi / Belagavi → Nashik
Early start, smoother drive with refreshed pilgrims and drivers.
Evening arrival and rest before Jyotirlinga darshan.
Overnight: Nashik
Day 19 | 11 Oct 2026 | Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga
Nashik / Trimbakeshwar
Early morning darshan at Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga.
Evening departure.
Overnight: En route
Day 20 | 12 Oct 2026 | Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga
Nashik → Bhimashankar
Darshan amidst forested ghats.
Overnight: Bhimashankar
Day 21 | 13 Oct 2026 | Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga
Bhimashankar → Grishneshwar (Aurangabad)
Darshan at Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga.
Overnight: Aurangabad
Day 22 | 14 Oct 2026 | Ujjain Arrival
Aurangabad → Ujjain
Evening arrival and rest.
Overnight: Ujjain
Day 23 | 15 Oct 2026 | Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga
Ujjain
Early morning Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga.
Evening departure towards Omkareshwar.
Overnight: En route
Day 24 | 16 Oct 2026 | Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga
Omkareshwar
Darshan at Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga on the sacred Narmada.
Evening departure towards Gujarat.
Overnight: En route
Day 25 | 17 Oct 2026 | Somnath Jyotirlinga
Somnath
Morning darshan at Somnath Jyotirlinga.
Overnight: Somnath
Day 26 | 18 Oct 2026 | Nageshwar Jyotirlinga & Dwarka
Somnath → Nageshwar → Dwarka
Darshan at Nageshwar Jyotirlinga and Dwarkadhish temple visit.
Overnight: Dwarka
Day 27 | 19 Oct 2026 | Yatra Closing Ceremony
Dwarka → Ahmedabad
Comfortable drive.
Evening closing ceremony, reflections, and yatra completion.
Overnight: Ahmedabad
Day 28 | 20 Oct 2026 | Return Home
Ahmedabad
Fly or train to home destinations.
Yatra formally concludes.
FAQs
How many days is this 12 Jyotirlinga Yatra?
This is a 28-day complete 12 Jyotirlinga Yatra, covering all twelve Jyotirlingas across India in a single, continuous journey.
Are all 12 Jyotirlingas included in this itinerary?
Yes, this tour covers all 12 Jyotirlingas:
Kedarnath, Kashi Vishwanath, Baidyanath, Mallikarjuna, Ramanathaswamy, Trimbakeshwar, Bhimashankar, Grishneshwar, Mahakaleshwar, Omkareshwar, Somnath, and Nageshwar.
What type of transport is used for such a long journey?
The yatra is conducted in a completely sleeper tourist bus specially designed for long-distance pilgrimages.
Full sleeper berths (not pushback seats) for proper rest
Inbuilt toilet inside the bus for convenience during long stretches
Air-conditioned operation on plains and highways
AC switched off in hilly / high-altitude regions where it is not suitable
Professional long-route drivers, with rotation on extended drives
This transport arrangement is chosen to ensure maximum rest, safety, and continuity during the 28-day 12 Jyotirlinga Yatra.
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From where does the yatra start and where does it end?
The yatra starts in Delhi / Noida and concludes in Ahmedabad, from where pilgrims can easily return to their hometowns by flight or train.
Why does the itinerary end in Ahmedabad and not Delhi?
Ahmedabad is the nearest major exit city after completing Dwarka and Nageshwar Jyotirlinga.
Ending here avoids unnecessary long road travel and gives pilgrims better flight and train options to return home comfortably.
Will there be very long road journeys in this yatra?
Yes, since this is an all-India yatra, some long journeys are unavoidable.
However, the longest stretch (Salem to Nashik) has been broken into two days to reduce fatigue and ensure safety.
Are there overnight journeys in this tour?
Yes, there are a few overnight journeys, mainly during inter-state transitions.
These are planned carefully with adequate rest days before and after important Jyotirlinga darshans.
Are there rest or lighter days in between darshans?
Yes. Places like Puri and Salem are included as rest and recovery halts, helping pilgrims regain energy before longer travel days.
Is the Kedarnath trek compulsory for everyone?
The trek is required for Kedarnath darshan, but alternative options like pony, palki, or helicopter (subject to availability and weather and on additional payments at actuals) can be used by those who need assistance.
Will we get early morning darshan at Jyotirlinga temples?
Wherever possible, early morning darshan is planned.
However, darshan timing depends on local temple rules, crowd conditions, and weather, especially at Kedarnath and Mahakaleshwar.
How much walking is involved during this yatra?
Walking is mostly within temple premises.
The longest physical effort is at Kedarnath, while other Jyotirlingas involve manageable walking distances.
Is this yatra suitable for senior citizens?
Yes, many senior citizens do this yatra successfully.
That said, pilgrims should be medically fit for long travel days, and those with mobility concerns should plan assistance for Kedarnath.
Are non-Jyotirlinga temples also included in the itinerary?
Yes. Important temples like Ram Mandir (Ayodhya), Sri Kalahasti, Dwarkadhish Temple, and Jagannath Temple (optional) are included where they naturally fall on the route.
Are darshans guaranteed at all Jyotirlingas?
Darshans depend on temple authorities, weather, government regulations, and crowd conditions.
The itinerary is designed to maximize darshan chances, but absolute guarantees are not possible.
Do we return to Delhi at the end of the yatra?
No. The yatra formally concludes in Ahmedabad.
Pilgrims can book their return flights or trains from Ahmedabad to their hometowns.
Can I join or leave the tour midway?
This itinerary is designed as a complete circuit.
Joining or leaving midway is not recommended, as it disrupts the yatra flow.
Who should choose this 12 Jyotirlinga Yatra?
This yatra is ideal for devotees who want:
Complete 12 Jyotirlinga Darshan
A single, well-structured itinerary
Managed pacing instead of rushed temple hopping
What type of hotels are used during this yatra?
Hotels are clean, safe, and practical pilgrim-grade properties.
In metro and major cities, standard hotels are used.
In remote or high-altitude locations (like Kedarnath sector), best available lodges / dharamshalas are arranged as per local conditions.
Will hotel rooms be shared or private?
Accommodation is provided on a twin-sharing basis.
Single occupancy not Available.
What kind of food is provided during the tour?
Meals are simple, vegetarian, and hygienic, suitable for long spiritual journeys.
Food quality is prioritised over variety, especially on travel-heavy days.
Are meals provided on overnight journey days as well?
On overnight or long travel days, meals may be arranged en route or given as packed meals, depending on road conditions and arrival timings.
Will the same vehicle be used throughout the yatra?
In most regions, the same vehicle continues.
In certain states or terrain zones, vehicle changes may occur due to local regulations or road suitability.
What type of group will I be travelling with?
This is a pure pilgrimage group, consisting of devotees from different parts of India.
The focus is on darshan and discipline, not leisure tourism.
Will there be a tour leader or coordinator?
Yes, One Male and One Female experienced yatra coordinators will accompany the group to manage:
Daily schedules
Temple sequencing
On-ground coordination
What kind of luggage should I carry for this yatra?
Pilgrims are advised to carry:
Medium-sized luggage
Comfortable walking footwear
Light woollens (for Kedarnath)
Personal medicines
Will medical assistance be available during the tour?
Basic first-aid support will be available.
Pilgrims with existing medical conditions should carry personal medications and prescriptions.
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