Do Malaysians need a visa for India?

Yes. Malaysian passport holders apply for an India e-Visa online before departure. The tourist e-Visa covers tourism and short visits and is valid for 30 days from entry. The application is on the official India e-Visa portal, and Dhesu walks you through it when you book. Visa fees are not included in the package price.

Which airport does this trip use?

This is a land-only package: hotels, transfers, tours and guide are included, but international flights are not. Most Malaysian travellers fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) to Shirdi Airport or Pune International Airport (SAG / PNQ). We can recommend suitable flights and timings on request.

What is the best time to visit Shirdi?

Shirdi is open year-round. November to February offers the most comfortable weather. Festivals like Ram Navami, Guru Purnima and Vijayadashami draw the largest crowds, so book early if you wish to visit during these.

How long does darshan take at the Samadhi Mandir?

It varies greatly with the crowd, from under an hour to several hours during festivals. We arrange stays close to the temple and advise on quieter timings. VIP and special darshan options are sometimes available.

Is vegetarian and prasad food available?

Yes. Shirdi is largely vegetarian, and the Sai Baba Sansthan runs a prasadalaya serving simple meals to thousands of pilgrims daily. Your hotel and nearby restaurants also serve vegetarian food.

West India

3 Days in Shirdi. A Pilgrimage to Sai Baba's Sacred Town.

For millions, Shirdi is a place of deep faith. The town where Sai Baba lived and taught draws pilgrims from across the world. This gentle 3 day journey covers his shrine and the powerful Shani temple nearby.

RM706

From RM588

per person (twin sharing)

Save RM235 per couple

3 Days / 2 Nights

Hotel

Daily Breakfast

Private Driver Guide

Airport Transfers

100% Private Tour

About This Package

3 Days Shirdi Pilgrimage & Shani Shingnapur: The Full Picture

Shirdi is one of India's most visited pilgrimage towns, the home of the revered Sai Baba whose message of faith, charity and unity crossed every religious line. The Samadhi Mandir, where his remains rest, is the spiritual centre, and the daily aartis here are deeply moving for devotees and visitors alike.

This 3 day Shirdi pilgrimage package from Malaysia is arranged privately so your darshan and prayers happen on your own terms. Beyond the main shrine, you visit Dwarkamai, Chavadi and the powerful Shani Shingnapur temple, a village famous for having no doors on its houses, such is the faith in Lord Shani's protection.

Package Includes

✓Hotel Stay (2 nights)
✓Daily Breakfast
✓Private Vehicle & Driver Guide
✓Return Airport Transfers
✓Temple Visits

Not Included

×International Flights
×India Visa Fee (30-day e-Visa applies)
×ETIQA Travel Insurance (1-5 Days) RM41
×Entrance Fees (unless stated)
×Lunches and dinners (unless stated)
×Personal Expenses
×Optional tour tips

What Makes This Trip

Why Travellers from Malaysia Love This Trip

Sai Baba Samadhi Mandir

The heart of Shirdi, where Sai Baba's samadhi rests beneath a beautiful marble statue. The morning Kakad Aarti and evening Dhoop Aarti are the spiritual high points of any visit.

Dwarkamai & Chavadi

The old mosque where Sai Baba spent much of his life, and the Chavadi where he rested on alternate nights. The sacred dhuni fire he lit still burns in Dwarkamai today.

Shani Shingnapur

A short drive away, this village temple to Lord Shani is famous nationwide. Legend holds that nobody locks their doors here, trusting in Shani's protection. A unique and powerful experience.

Day by Day

Your 3 Days Itinerary

Arrive Shirdi

No meals

Met at the airport and transferred to your hotel near the temple complex. Evening free for your first darshan or aarti.

Suggested activities

First darshan at Samadhi Mandir
Evening Dhoop Aarti
Quiet time at the complex

Shirdi Temples & Shani Shingnapur

Breakfast

A full day with your private vehicle covering Shirdi's sacred sites and a drive to Shani Shingnapur.

Suggested activities

Morning Kakad Aarti
Dwarkamai and Chavadi
Gurusthan and Lendi Baug
Shani Shingnapur temple

Final Darshan, Depart

Breakfast

Checkout at noon. A last darshan and prasad before your airport transfer.

Suggested activities

Final darshan
Prasad and offerings
Temple shopping

Hotel Options

Choose Your Comfort Level

Centrally located hotels with easy access to the main sights. Pick the tier that suits your style.

3 Star

Budget Friendly

Sai Leela / Sun n Sand or similar

Min 2 Adults (Toyota Etios)RM588 per person
Min 4 Adults (Toyota Innova)RM538 per person
Min 8 Adults (Tempo Traveller)RM488 per person

From RM588

per person

Most Chosen

4 Star

Value Plus Comfort

St Laurn Spiritual Resort or similar

Min 2 Adults (Toyota Etios)RM738 per person
Min 4 Adults (Toyota Innova)RM698 per person
Min 8 Adults (Tempo Traveller)RM658 per person

From RM738

per person

5 Star

Premium Value Stay

Sai Plaza / Sun n Sand Premium or similar

Min 2 Adults (Toyota Etios)RM938 per person
Min 4 Adults (Toyota Innova)RM908 per person
Min 8 Adults (Tempo Traveller)RM878 per person

From RM938

per person

Why Dhesu

Pilgrimage Trips, Handled With Care

A pilgrimage should feel peaceful, not stressful. We arrange your stays close to the temple, time your visits to avoid the worst queues where possible, and handle all the logistics so you can focus on your darshan. Dhesu has arranged India pilgrimages since 1988.

MATTA & IATA Registered

Fully licensed Malaysian travel agency. We guide you through India e-Visa documentation with every booking.

Private Tours, Daily Departures

No minimum group to wait for. Your trip runs on your dates, your pace, your own vehicle and guide.

A Real Team to Call

Reachable throughout your trip. Flight delayed, your guide waits. Plans change, we adapt on the ground.

Group & Custom Pricing

Travelling as a family or group lowers the per-person cost. Ask us for a tailored quote.

Shirdi Pilgrimage Package from Malaysia

Shirdi is one of the most meaningful pilgrimages in India, and going with a private arrangement makes the experience far smoother. Hotels near the temple, a vehicle for the Shani Shingnapur leg, and a team that understands the rhythm of darshan and aarti.

The town is welcoming and well set up for pilgrims, with the Sai Baba Sansthan Trust managing the main shrine. Our package handles the practical side so your focus stays on the spiritual one.

Combining Shirdi with Nashik and Shani Shingnapur

Many devotees extend their Shirdi trip to include Nashik, a holy city on the Godavari river, and the Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga. Our 4 day Shirdi, Nashik and Shani Shingnapur package brings these together for a fuller Maharashtra pilgrimage.

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