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It is a widely known fact that Lord Shiva had manifested himself in the form of a Shiva Linga during the night of Aridra Nakshatra.
Read MoreOur country is blessed with the presence of 12 most revered Jyotirlingam of Lord Shiva. These Jyotirlingam are regarded as powerful columns of cosmic light symbolizing the lord's presence among us.
Devotees crave to visit all the 12 Jyotirlingams in order to purge themselves of all of their mortal sins. It is a common belief that one who completes the Dwadash Jyotirlinga Darshan successfully is blessed with immense spiritual merit and divine grace. This 24-day Dwadash (12) Jyotirlinga Darshan tour can be customized to enable your immersion in the spiritual aura inspired by each of the Jyotirlinga in accordance with your individual requirements.
The 12 sacred Jyotirlinga shrines are spread across India from Gujarat to Tamil Nadu. Here is a complete reference:
| No. | Jyotirlinga | Location | Significance | State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Somnath | Prabhas Patan, Veraval | First Jyotirlinga. Built by the Moon God to please Lord Shiva. Repeatedly destroyed and rebuilt across centuries. | Gujarat |
| 2 | Mallikarjuna | Srisailam hill | One of the 18 Maha Shakti Peethas. Both Lord Shiva (Mallikarjuna) and Goddess Parvati (Bhramaramba) are enshrined here. | Andhra Pradesh |
| 3 | Mahakaleshwar | Ujjain, Shipra River bank | The only Dakshinamukhi (south-facing) Jyotirlinga. Famous for the Bhasma Aarti performed with sacred ash at 4 AM. | Madhya Pradesh |
| 4 | Omkareshwar | Mandhata island, Narmada River | The island's shape resembles the 'Om' symbol. Lord Shiva appeared here to Sage Mandhata after his penance. | Madhya Pradesh |
| 5 | Kedarnath | Garhwal Himalayas, Rudraprayag | Highest Jyotirlinga at 3,583 metres. Part of Char Dham. Season: April-November only. Trek: 16 km from Gaurikund. | Uttarakhand |
| 6 | Bhimashankar | Sahyadri hills, near Pune | Lord Shiva slew demon Bhimasura here. Temple is within a biodiversity-rich forest area. | Maharashtra |
| 7 | Kashi Vishwanath | Varanasi, Ganga bank | Most sacred Jyotirlinga - Lord Shiva as 'Lord of the Universe'. Hindu tradition holds that dying in Kashi may grant moksha. | Uttar Pradesh |
| 8 | Trimbakeshwar | Trimbak, near Nashik | Unique three-faced Shivalinga representing the Trimurti (Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva). Located near the source of the Godavari river. | Maharashtra |
| 9 | Vaidyanath (Baidyanath) | Deoghar (Jharkhand) - most widely visited site | Devotees worship Lord Shiva here as Vaidyanath, the divine healer. Note: The Dvadasalinga Stotram also associates Vaidyanath with Parli, Maharashtra - both Deoghar and Parli Vaijnath are cited in different traditions. | Jharkhand |
| 10 | Nageshwar | Near Dwarka, coastal highway | Lord Shiva worshipped as Nagnath - protector against poison and evil. Accompanied with a 25-metre seated Shiva statue. | Gujarat |
| 11 | Ramanathaswamy | Rameswaram island | Established by Lord Rama after the battle of Lanka. Famous for its grand corridors and 22 sacred theerthams (wells). | Tamil Nadu |
| 12 | Grishneshwar | Near Ellora Caves, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar (formerly Aurangabad) | The last Jyotirlinga. Per Shiva Purana: devotee Ghushma's son was killed by a jealous co-wife. Ghushma continued her worship with unwavering faith; Lord Shiva restored her son and manifested here as Grishneshwara. | Maharashtra |
Temple timings can change during festivals, Shravan month, and special occasions. The following are indicative 2026 timings - always confirm with the official temple website or our team before departure.
| Jyotirlinga | General Darshan | Key Aarti | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somnath | 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM | 7 AM / 12 PM / 7 PM / 8 PM | Photography strictly prohibited. Sound & Light Show 8-9 PM. |
| Nageshwar | 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM | Verify with temple | 18 km from Dwarka on Beyt Dwarka highway. |
| Mahakaleshwar | 4:00 AM - 11:00 PM | Bhasma Aarti ~4 AM (seasonal) | Pre-book at shrimahakaleshwar.com (30+ days in advance). |
| Omkareshwar | 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM | 6 AM / 12 PM / 8:30 PM | Boat service to Mandhata island available. |
| Kedarnath | April-November only | Abhishek 4 AM / Aarti 7 AM & 7:30 PM | 2026 opening: 22 April 2026 (subject to annual confirmation). Trek: 16 km from Gaurikund. |
| Kashi Vishwanath | 3:00 AM - 11:00 PM | Mangala Aarti 3 AM | VIP darshan via shrikashivishwanath.org. |
| Trimbakeshwar | 5:30 AM - 9:00 PM | 5:30 AM / 12 PM / 7:30 PM | Online booking: trimbakeshwar.org. |
| Baidyanath | 4:00 AM - 9:00 PM | Morning abhishek recommended | Heaviest crowds during Shravan month (July-August). |
October - March: Best overall window. Weather is pleasant across all locations except Kedarnath (closed November-April). This period covers 11 Jyotirlingas comfortably.
April - June: Best window to complete all 12 in one circuit. Kedarnath opens in late April (22 April in 2026). All shrines are accessible and weather is manageable.
July - August (Shravan): Highly auspicious for Shiva devotees. Extreme crowds at several Jyotirlingas. Add 2-3 buffer days across the circuit.
September: A comfortable post-monsoon window. Kedarnath still open, roads settling, lighter crowds. Good for the full 24-day circuit.
Most pilgrims undertake the 12 Jyotirlinga Yatra by train - it is affordable, practical, and connects most Jyotirlinga towns. Here is a comparison:
| Factor | By Train | By Flight |
|---|---|---|
| Cost (approx.) | ₹45,000-₹65,000 per person | ₹75,000-₹1,20,000 per person |
| Duration | 24 days (full circuit) | 18-20 days (faster transitions) |
| Comfort | Overnight trains; AC 2/3-tier available | Faster, less tiring; airport transfers needed |
| Best for | Budget pilgrims, senior citizens in groups | Time-limited travellers, families with children |
| Kedarnath | Train to Haridwar; road + 16 km trek | Flight to Dehradun; road + helicopter option |
The 12 Jyotirlinga Yatra is entirely possible for senior citizens with the right planning. Here is what to know:
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12 Jyotirlinga Tour Yatra Package
24 Days / 23 Nights
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Train + Private AC Vehicle
Mumbai
Mumbai
Mumbai → Rajkot → Dwarka → Somnath → Ujjain → Haridwar → Guptakashi → Kedarnath → Varanasi → Deoghar → Kolkata → Chennai → Rameshwaram → Madurai → Pune → Bhimashankar → Trimbakeshwar → Shirdi → Aurangabad → Grishneshwar → Mumbai
Upon your arrival at Mumbai, you'll be greeted by our tour representatives who escort you to the station to board the overnight train to the city of Rajkot in Gujarat. Overnight in train.
Reach Rajkot in the early morning and then drive towards Dwarka - one of the sacred Char Dham and 'Sapta Puri' that any devout Hindu craves to visit at least once in his or her lifetime. Check into hotel at Dwarka and later proceed to have a Darshan at the renowned Dwarkadhish temple of Lord Krishna and the revered Nageshwar Jyotirlingam of Lord Shiva. Dwarkadhish temple enshrines the idol of Lord Krishna in his royal avatar while Nageshwar Jyotirlingam presents Lord Shiva as the omnipotent 'Nagnath' - one who can destroy the ill effects of all types of poisons. Back to hotel for dinner and night stay.
Next morning we leave for Somnath near Veraval. On reaching, check into hotel and later proceed for Darshan at the famous Somnath Jyotirlingam temple of Lord Shiva. Myths tell that this beautiful Shiva shrine was built by the Moon God to please Lord Shiva. After partaking in the evening Aarti, we return to hotel for dinner and night stay. Note: photography is strictly prohibited inside Somnath Temple. Deposit phones at the free cloakroom near the main gate.
After attending morning Aarti at Somnath temple, we move to the station to board the overnight train to the city of Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh. Overnight in train.
On reaching Ujjain, you'll be escorted to the hotel. Check in and relax for some time, after which we proceed to visit the famed Omkareshwar Jyotirlingam temple that stands with all majesty on a uniquely shaped island on the Narmada river. The island resembles the holy symbol of 'Om' in shape. After Darshan we drive back to hotel in Ujjain for dinner and night stay.
Next morning we pay Darshan at Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlingam at Ujjain - the only south-facing (Dakshinamukhi) Jyotirlinga and the seat of Lord Shiva as the destroyer of evils. Next we visit Shakti Mata and Bhairav Baba. In the evening we board the overnight train to Haridwar. Note: Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar requires advance booking at shrimahakaleshwar.com. Overnight in train.
We reach Haridwar next morning. Haridwar is a holy city of Uttarakhand dotted with numerous ancient temples. We check into hotel, freshen up and rest. Later proceed to witness the famed Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri Ghat during the evening. Back to hotel for dinner and night stay.
Next morning we leave for Guptakashi. On reaching we check into the hotel and later proceed to visit the sacred Ardhanarishvara temple of Guptakashi. Back to hotel for dinner and night stay.
Next day we leave for Sonprayag. On reaching, we transfer to shared vehicle to Gaurikund - the base point of the Kedarnath trek. From Gaurikund, we begin the 16 km trek to Kedarnath Dham at 3,583 metres. On reaching, check into hotel and later proceed for Darshan at the revered Kedarnath shrine - the highest of the 12 Jyotirlingas. After attending Aarti at the shrine we return to hotel for dinner and night stay. Note: Pony, doli, and helicopter services are available at extra cost for those who need assistance.
Next morning we trek our way back to Sonprayag after attending the morning Aarti at Kedarnath temple. From Sonprayag we head for Rudraprayag and on reaching, check into hotel for dinner and night stay.
Next morning we drive back to Haridwar and on reaching, you are transferred to station to board overnight train to Varanasi. Lunch and Dinner served en route. Overnight in train.
On reaching Varanasi, one of the holiest cities of North India, you'll be escorted to hotel. Check in and rest for some time. Later in the evening proceed to witness the mystical Ganga Aarti at Varanasi's famed Dasaswamedh Ghat. Back to hotel for dinner and night stay.
After Darshan and Aarti at the Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlingam shrine of Varanasi - and Darshan at the Sankat Mochan temple - we move to station to board a train to Jasidih. On reaching Jasidih, we drive to Jharkhand's Deoghar city. On reaching, check into hotel for dinner and night stay.
Early morning we proceed to visit the Baba Baijnath Jyotirlingam shrine of Lord Shiva. Devotees worship Lord Shiva here as Vaidyanath - the divine healer. After Abhishek Puja and morning Aarti, we move to station to board train for Howrah (Kolkata). On reaching Kolkata, we switch to another train to Chennai. Overnight in train.
Next morning we reach Chennai. You can freshen up and rest in the station waiting room. During the day we board a train to the holy town of Rameshwaram. Overnight in train.
On reaching Rameshwaram, you are escorted to hotel. Check in and rest for the day - the body needs recovery after the long journey. Dinner and night stay in hotel.
Next morning we proceed for Darshan at the Ramanatha Swamy Jyotirlingam temple on Rameshwaram island. Ramanathaswami Jyotirlingam is said to have been established by Lord Rama to seek Lord Shiva's blessings and free himself of the sin of Brahma Hatya committed by killing Ravana, a Brahmin. Post Darshan we drive to Madurai. On reaching, check into hotel and later in the evening visit the famous Meenakshi temple - an architectural marvel dedicated to Goddess Parvati. Back to hotel for dinner and night stay.
Next morning post breakfast we move to Madurai station to board a train for Pune. Overnight in train.
Next morning we reach Pune and check into hotel. The day is free for rest and leisure. The evening can be used for some sightseeing or shopping. Back to hotel for dinner and night stay.
Next morning we drive to Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlingam of Lord Shiva at Nashik and en route visit another Jyotirlinga shrine - Bhimashankar, set amid the picturesque Sahyadri hills near Pune. On reaching Trimbakeshwar, check into hotel for dinner and night stay.
Next morning we proceed for Darshan at Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlingam. Trimbakeshwar is home to a unique three-faced Shivalinga representing the Trimurti (Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva). After Darshan we drive towards Shirdi - the abode of Sai Baba - for an overnight stay.
After attending morning Puja at Shirdi Sai Baba temple, we drive towards Aundha Nagnath. En route we stop at Siddhatek - one of the Ashtavinayak shrines of Lord Ganesha. On reaching Aundha Nagnath, proceed for Darshan at the temple. Some traditions regard Aundha Nagnath as a claimant to the Vaidyanath Jyotirlinga title. Check into hotel for dinner and night stay.
Next morning proceed for Darshan at Parli Vaijnath - one of the five Jyotirlingas of Maharashtra and a claimant in the Vaidyanath scriptural debate. After Darshan, drive towards Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar (formerly Aurangabad). On reaching, check into hotel for dinner and night stay.
Next morning proceed for Darshan at Grishneshwar Jyotirlingam - the twelfth and last Jyotirlinga, situated near the world-famous Ellora Caves. Per the Shiva Purana, a devout woman named Ghushma worshipped Lord Shiva daily by making 101 Shivalingas and immersing them in a pond. Her son was killed out of jealousy by a co-wife; yet Ghushma continued her worship with unwavering faith. Moved by her devotion, Lord Shiva restored her son and manifested here permanently as Grishneshwara. After Darshan, the Ellora Caves complex is visible nearby. We then drive to Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar railway station or airport for your journey back to Mumbai. The 12 Jyotirlinga Yatra concludes here.
Ans: The 12 Jyotirlinga tour is a 24-day pilgrimage covering all 12 sacred Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva across India - from Somnath in Gujarat to Grishneshwar in Maharashtra - starting and ending at Mumbai.
Ans: Train-based budget packages start from ₹45,000 per person. Flight-based mid-range packages range from ₹75,000 to ₹1,20,000 per person. Contact us for a 2026 quote based on your group size and travel dates.
Ans: A minimum of 24 days is needed to comfortably cover all 12 Jyotirlingas with darshan, travel, and rest days included. Shorter 12-15 day packages are possible but involve early morning starts and tighter scheduling.
Ans: Kedarnath Dham is the highest Jyotirlinga, located at 3,583 metres in the Garhwal Himalayas, Uttarakhand. It is accessible only between late April and early November each year.
Ans: The traditional sequence: Somnath → Mallikarjuna → Mahakaleshwar → Omkareshwar → Kedarnath → Bhimashankar → Kashi Vishwanath → Trimbakeshwar → Vaidyanath → Nageshwar → Ramanathaswamy → Grishneshwar. Our tour follows a practical geographic route optimised for train connectivity.
Ans: Yes. 11 of 12 are road-accessible. For Kedarnath, pony, doli, and helicopter options are available. We recommend informing us of mobility needs at time of booking so we can arrange appropriate support.
Ans: Yes - train is the most popular and affordable mode. Overnight trains connect Mumbai-Rajkot, Somnath-Ujjain, Ujjain-Haridwar, Haridwar-Varanasi, Varanasi-Deoghar, Deoghar-Chennai, Chennai-Rameshwaram, and Rameshwaram-Pune across the full circuit.
Ans: Kedarnath opened on 22 April 2026. The opening date is announced annually by the Badri-Kedar Temple Committee on Mahashivratri - verify the date for future years before booking.
Ans: 1. Somnath (Gujarat) | 2. Mallikarjuna (Andhra Pradesh) | 3. Mahakaleshwar (Madhya Pradesh) | 4. Omkareshwar (Madhya Pradesh) | 5. Kedarnath (Uttarakhand) | 6. Bhimashankar (Maharashtra) | 7. Kashi Vishwanath (Uttar Pradesh) | 8. Trimbakeshwar (Maharashtra) | 9. Vaidyanath (Jharkhand) | 10. Nageshwar (Gujarat) | 11. Ramanathaswamy (Tamil Nadu) | 12. Grishneshwar (Maharashtra).
Ans: April-June is the best window if you want to complete all 12 including Kedarnath in one trip. October-March is best for the remaining 11 (Kedarnath closed). Avoid peak Shravan (July-August) unless you are prepared for heavy crowds.
Ans: Yes, advance booking is mandatory for the Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar, Ujjain. Book at shrimahakaleshwar.com at least 30 days before your visit. Walk-in entry for Bhasma Aarti is not available.
Ans: Grishneshwar is the 12th and final Jyotirlinga, located near the Ellora Caves in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar. Per the Shiva Purana, devotee Ghushma's son was killed by a jealous co-wife. Despite her grief, Ghushma continued her daily worship. Lord Shiva restored her son and manifested here permanently as Grishneshwara. The current temple was rebuilt by Rani Ahilyabai Holkar in 1754.
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