Day-wise Itinerary: 12 Jyotirlinga 15N-16D Pan India Temple Yatra
Embark on a divine 16-day pilgrimage across India to visit all twelve sacred Jyotirlinga shrines of Lord Shiva. This extensive tour offers a profound spiritual experience, covering temples steeped in ancient legends and magnificent architecture, located in various states of India. Due to the vast geographical spread, this itinerary provides a general overview, and a detailed day-wise plan will be customized based on specific travel preferences (flight/train connectivity and desired pace).
Phase 1: Western India Jyotirlingas (Maharashtra & Gujarat)
Begin your pilgrimage with arrival in Mumbai. After a refreshing stay, travel to visit the Jyotirlingas in Maharashtra:
- Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga near Nashik
- Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga near Pune
- Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga near Aurangabad
Overnight stays in relevant cities/towns near temples.
Phase 2: Central India Jyotirlingas (Madhya Pradesh)
Travel to Madhya Pradesh to seek blessings at two prominent Jyotirlingas:
- Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga in Ujjain (the only south-facing Jyotirlinga)
- Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga on an island in the Narmada River
Overnight stays in relevant cities/towns near temples.
Phase 3: North India Jyotirlingas (Uttarakhand & Uttar Pradesh)
Proceed to North India for two significant Jyotirlingas. (Note: Visit to Kedarnath is highly dependent on weather conditions and accessibility; typically included during specific seasons):
- Kedarnath Jyotirlinga in the Garhwal Himalayas (Uttarakhand) – *Seasonal and trek-dependent*
- Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga in Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh)
Overnight stays in relevant cities/towns near temples.
Phase 4: Eastern & Southern India Jyotirlingas (Jharkhand, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu)
The journey continues to visit the remaining Jyotirlingas:
- Baidyanath Jyotirlinga in Deoghar (Jharkhand)
- Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga in Srisailam (Andhra Pradesh)
- Rameshwaram Jyotirlinga in Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu)
Overnight stays in relevant cities/towns near temples.
Phase 5: Return to Mumbai
After completing your pilgrimage to all twelve Jyotirlingas, you will be transferred to the nearest airport or railway station for your onward journey back to Mumbai, concluding your sacred Pan India Temple Yatra.
May the divine blessings of Lord Shiva be with you!
Note:
This is a conceptual itinerary for a Pan India Jyotirlinga tour. The exact sequence of visits, travel modes (flight/train combination), and duration at each location will be highly customized based on your preferences, budget, and the feasibility of covering all destinations efficiently. Kedarnath visit is seasonal and subject to weather conditions and accessibility; an alternative may be provided if not feasible.