Kolhapur Mahalakshmi Temple Tour
Overview
Beyond Pilgrimage
- The Kolhapur Mahalakshmi Temple Tour is a sacred and auspicious pilgrimage to the revered Mahalakshmi Temple in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, one of the six sacred Shakti Peethas in India and a site of immense spiritual significance for devotees of Goddess Lakshmi. This ancient temple, believed to be over 1,300 years old, is dedicated to Goddess Mahalakshmi in her most benevolent and powerful form, and draws lakhs of devotees from across Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Goa every year who come to seek her blessings for wealth, prosperity, health, and fulfilment of wishes.
- The presiding deity of the temple, Goddess Mahalakshmi, is worshipped here as Ambabai, and her idol is a stunning four-armed stone image adorned with precious jewellery and traditional attire that changes with the seasons. One of the most extraordinary phenomena associated with this temple is the Kirnotsav, a celestial event that occurs three times a year when the rays of the setting sun fall directly on the idol of the goddess, bathing it in golden light for a few magical minutes. This event draws massive crowds of devotees and is considered one of the most auspicious sights in all of Indian pilgrimage culture.
- The temple is built in the Hemadpanthi style of architecture and is surrounded by a large complex with tanks, smaller shrines, and beautifully maintained gardens. Devotees can participate in the daily Mahapooja, Kakad Aarti, and Shej Aarti rituals that are performed at the temple with great devotion and ceremony. The town of Kolhapur itself is steeped in royal heritage and cultural richness, with its historic palaces, bustling markets, and vibrant traditions adding to the overall experience of the pilgrimage.
- Pilgrims from all over India visit the Kolhapur Mahalakshmi Temple believing that a darshan of Ambabai fulfils all desires and removes all obstacles from one's path. The Kolhapur Mahalakshmi Temple Tour is a journey that combines deep spirituality with cultural richness, offering every devotee an unforgettable experience of divine grace, royal heritage, and the boundless love of Goddess Mahalakshmi.
Duration
3 Days / 2 Nights
Age
No age restrictions
Join From
Pune
Hotel Pickup
Yes
Best Time
Throughout the Year
Travel Route
How to Reach
By Air
Reach Pune or train, then travel to Kolhapur by road.
Travel Chapters
Journey Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival at Pune, check-in to hotel and freshen up, depart for Kolhapur in the afternoon, the journey is approximately 230 km and takes around 4-5 hours, arrive at Kolhapur and visit the Mahalakshmi Temple for evening darshan and Shej Aarti
Return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay
Day 2
Early morning Kakad Aarti darshan at the Mahalakshmi Temple, return to hotel for breakfast, visit the New Palace Museum and explore the royal heritage of Kolhapur, then visit Rankala Lake and the local market famous for Kolhapuri chappals and jewellery
Have lunch at a local restaurant, in the afternoon visit the Jyotiba Temple and Panhala Fort, return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay
Day 3
Early morning darshan at the Mahalakshmi Temple and Mahapooja, return to hotel for breakfast and check-out
Depart for Pune airport or railway station, tour concludes with blessings of Maa Mahalakshmi
What's Included
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- AC transport
- Local guide
- Pooja arrangement
- Welcome drink
- All taxes
- Toll and parking charges
Excluded
- 5% GST
- Personal expenses
- Airfare/train fare
- Donations/Dakshina
- Monument entry fees
- Travel insurance
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Travel Policies
Terms & Conditions
- All bookings are subject to availability at the time of confrmation
- A minimum advance payment is required to confirm the package.
- No refund will be provided for no-shows or unused services during the trip.
- Any additional personal expenses (meals not mentioned, shopping, activities not included, etc.) must be borne by the traveler.
- The itinerary is subject to change due to weather conditions, road closures, or other unforeseen circumstances.
- The company is not responsible for delays, accidents, or losses caused by factors beyond its control.
- Travelers are advised to carry valid ID proof during the trip.
- Cancellation charges will apply as per the cancellation policy (e.g,percentage of total cost based on days prior to departure)
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