Tour 5: Ashtavinayak Darshan

Inclusion

• Accommodation: 2 nights’ comfortable stay in a double or triple-sharing room at a carefully selected hotel.
• Meals: Meals as per your chosen meal plan (breakfast only).
• Taxes: All applicable hotel taxes and government levies.
• Transportation: Private car for all transfers and sightseeing excursions, Experienced and licensed driver, Fuel charges, tolls, permits, and parking fees.
• 24/7 customer support during the trip.
• Assistance with check-ins and check-outs at hotels.

Exclusion

• Additional Meals: Any meals not included in the specified meal plan.
• Services Not Included: Services not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions section.
• Special Darshan Tickets: Charges for special darshan or VIP passes at temples and pilgrimage sites
• Unforeseen Circumstances: Expenses arising from factors beyond our control, such as rail or flight delays, roadblocks, vehicle malfunctions, political disturbances, or other unforeseen events.
• Personal Expenses: Individual entrance fees for attractions, Additional expenses outside the planned itinerary, such as optional rides, safaris, boating, or camera permissions.

Important Notes

• Pricing Fluctuations:
  Rates are subject to change without prior notice due to fluctuations in fuel prices and traffic conditions.
• Hotel Check-in/Check-out:
  Check-in and check-out times are subject to the hotel’s policies.
• Taxes:
  GST is not included in the quoted price and will be charged separately on the total package cost.
• Child Policy:
  Children aged 3 to 12 years old may be subject to specific pricing.
• Cancellation Policy:
  No refunds will be provided for unused portions of the tour or cancellations due to weather conditions.
• Peak Season:
  Rates may be subject to surcharges during peak seasons or special events.

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The Ashtavinayak pilgrimage is a revered circuit of eight Ganesha temples located in Maharashtra, India. Here’s a summary of their history:

Origins and Legends:

• The term “Ashtavinayak” means “eight Ganeshas” in Sanskrit.
• Each of the eight temples houses a distinct form of Lord Ganesha, each with its own unique legend and history.
• These temples are considered “swayambhu,” meaning the idols are believed to be self-manifested.

Historical Context:

• While the exact origins of these shrines are difficult to pinpoint, their prominence significantly increased during the Peshwa rule in the 18th century.
• The Peshwas, devout followers of Ganesha, provided substantial patronage to these temples.
• Prior to the Peshwa era, the Deccan region was primarily known for temples dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu, and Devi.

The Eight Temples:

The Ashtavinayak yatra encompasses the following temples:

• Moreshwar Temple, Morgaon
• Siddhivinayak Temple, Siddhatek
• Ballaleshwar Temple, Pali
• Varadavinayak Temple, Mahad
• Chintamani Temple, Theur
• Girijatmaj Temple, Lenyadri
• Vighneshwar Temple, Ozar
• Mahaganpati Temple, Ranjangoan

Each of these temples have their own unique stories, that are tied to the specific form of Ganesh that resides within them.

Pilgrimage Significance:

• The Ashtavinayak yatra is a significant pilgrimage for devotees of Lord Ganesha.
• It is believed that completing the pilgrimage with devotion fulfills wishes and removes obstacles.
• It is traditional to start, and finish the pilgrimage at the Moreshwar temple in Morgaon.