Kolkata to Shikharji Jain Pilgrimage Tour – 4 Days
This pilgrimage begins in Kolkata, a city of deep spiritual roots, temple legends, and colonial charm. You’ll then journey to Shikharji (Parsanath Hill) in Jharkhand, considered the most important tirtha in Jainism, where 20 of the 24 Tirthankaras attained Nirvana. Ideal for spiritual seekers, Jain devotees, and those seeking peace in ancient paths and forests.
🏨 HOTEL OPTIONS
| Destination |
3★ Hotels |
4★ Hotels |
Dharamshala Options |
| Kolkata |
Roland Hotel, Niharika Palace |
Jameson Inn, The Senator |
— |
| Shikharji |
Hotel Sheetal Paradise, Indraprasth |
Not common |
Digambar Jain Dharamshala, Svetambar Dharamshala |
💰 COST PER PERSON (Twin Sharing Basis)
| Category |
Price (INR) |
| 3★ Hotels + Dharamshala |
₹19,800 |
| 3★ Hotels + Standard Hotels |
₹23,500 |
Includes optional Doli coordination (charges extra).
✅ INCLUSIONS:
- Accommodation with breakfast for 3 nights
- Private AC vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing
- Shikharji trek coordination
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking
- Bottled water & Divine India welcome kit
❌ EXCLUSIONS:
- Doli/Palki charges for Parikrama
- Entry to special temple rituals
- Personal expenses, guide tips
- Air/train tickets
- Meals not mentioned
Details
This pilgrimage begins in Kolkata, a city of deep spiritual roots, temple legends, and colonial charm. You’ll then journey to Shikharji (Parsanath Hill) in Jharkhand, considered the most important tirtha in Jainism, where 20 of the 24 Tirthankaras attained Nirvana. Ideal for spiritual seekers, Jain devotees, and those seeking peace in ancient paths and forests.
- Morning: Arrive in Kolkata and transfer to your hotel.
- Midday: Visit Dakshineswar Kali Temple and the nearby Belur Math across the Hooghly River.
- Afternoon: Explore Kalighat Temple, a revered Shaktipeeth, followed by a visit to the ISKCON Temple for darshan.
- Evening: Stroll around Prinsep Ghat and attend Ganga aarti by the riverside.
- Overnight: Kolkata.
- Early Morning: Depart for Shikharji via road (approx. 330 km). En route, enjoy scenic views of Bengal's countryside and Jharkhand's forested terrain.
- Midday: Arrive and check in at Dharamshala or a hotel near Madhuban (foothills).
- Afternoon: Visit Shree Digambar Jain Temple, Jal Mandir, and the sacred Kund area.
- Evening: Prepare for the next morning’s climb and attend evening prayers.
- Overnight: Madhuban / Shikharji foothills.
- Very Early Morning: Begin the 27–30 km parikrama trek (optional doli available) to visit 20 Tirthankara nirvana spots, including Chandraprabha, Parshwanath, and Mahavira peaks.
- Midday: Simple Jain meals (lunch arranged at hilltop Bhojanshala or packed prasadam).
- Afternoon: Complete the circle and descend to Madhuban.
- Evening: Rest and reflect at the Dharamshala; light a diya at Tonks if desired.
- Overnight: Madhuban / Shikharji.
- Morning: After breakfast, drive back to Kolkata.
- Midday: Reach by afternoon/evening and transfer to Kolkata Airport / Railway Station.
- Tour ends with blessings from the tirtha of Moksha.
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