Can 5 Devi Darshan in Maharashtra Be Completed in 3 Days?

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    April 2, 2026 3:45 AM PDT
    Yes, 5 Devi Darshan in Maharashtra can be completed in 3 days if planned well. The five main Devi temples commonly covered are Mahalakshmi at Kolhapur, Ambabai at Tuljapur, Renuka at Mahurgad, Saptashringi at Nashik, and Bhavani at Tuljapur.

    The most practical route starts from Pune or Mumbai —

    Day 1 — Kolhapur Mahalakshmi and Tuljapur Ambabai
    Day 2 — Mahurgad Renuka Mata
    Day 3 — Nashik Saptashringi and return

    Total driving distance is approximately 900 to 1,000 km across 3 days. A private vehicle or tempo traveller on rent is strongly recommended because public transport between these temples is time consuming and unreliable.

    Start early each day by 5 AM, carry comfortable walking footwear, and book darshan slots in advance for Kolhapur and Saptashringi as queues can be very long during weekends and festival months.