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Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027 | Nashik and Trimbakeshwar
Book a car, Force Urbania, Tata Winger, tempo traveller or bus from Pune for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027. Shelke Travels has driven Pune families, societies and mandals to Nashik for more than 30 years, with experienced drivers, AC vehicles and a clear quote before you confirm.
About This Service
The Simhastha Kumbh Mela returns to Nashik and Trimbakeshwar after 12 years, and lakhs of pilgrims from Pune will travel on the same highway on the same few days. Getting there is not the hard part. Getting the whole group there together, parking legally, reaching the ghat on time and coming back safely is.
One vehicle and one driver for your whole group, booked for exact Kumbh dates. We rent sedans, SUVs, Innova Crysta and Hycross, Force Urbania, Tata Winger, tempo travellers from 12 to 26 seats and buses from 17 to 50 seats. Every booking includes fuel, AC and a driver who knows the Pune to Nashik road, Trimbakeshwar and the temple circuits around them.
You get a written quote with the per km rate, kilometres, toll, parking and night charges before you confirm, so there are no surprises when you are back in Pune.
Kumbh Mela 2027 Calendar
The Nashik and Trimbakeshwar Simhastha is held once in 12 years, when Jupiter enters Leo (Simha). It formally began with the Dhwajarohan flag hoisting on 31 October 2026 and continues until 24 July 2028. The biggest crowds are expected on the Amrit Snan days in August and September 2027, and these are the dates that fill up first for vehicles from Pune.
| Occasion | Date | Where | Our advice for Pune groups |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dhwajarohan, start of Simhastha | 31 October 2026 | Ramkund, Nashik and Trimbakeshwar | Completed. Regular darshan trips run normally. |
| First Amrit Snan | Monday, 2 August 2027 (Somvati Amavasya) | Nashik and Trimbakeshwar | Leave Pune on 1 August and stay overnight |
| Second Amrit Snan, main bathing day | Tuesday, 31 August 2027 (Shravan Amavasya) | Nashik and Trimbakeshwar | Heaviest crowd expected. Book a 2 or 3 day trip |
| Third Amrit Snan | Saturday, 11 September 2027 | Ramkund, Nashik | Leave Pune on 10 September |
| Third Amrit Snan | Sunday, 12 September 2027 | Kushavarta Kund, Trimbakeshwar | Cover 11 and 12 September in one 3 day trip |
| Other parva snan days | Rishi Panchami, Bhadrapada Ekadashi and Purnima | Nashik and Trimbakeshwar | Lighter crowds than Amrit Snan, good for elders |
| Simhastha concludes | 24 July 2028 | Nashik and Trimbakeshwar | Darshan trips possible right through the period |
Please note: Dates are as announced by the Government of Maharashtra and the Nashik Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Authority. Religious dates can be revised, so we confirm the latest schedule with you at the time of booking.
Our Kumbh Fleet
Every group is different. A couple with parents needs a quiet car, a family of twelve wants everyone in one van, and a housing society needs a bus. This is the full Shelke Travels fleet available for Pune to Nashik and Trimbakeshwar Kumbh trips.
4+1 Driver | from ₹13/kmThe most economical choice for 2 to 4 people. Comfortable for the 5 hour highway drive, with boot space for two medium suitcases. Easy to park at the outer Kumbh lots.
Car rental in Pune →
6+1 Driver | from ₹15/kmThree rows for a family of five or six at a budget rate. The CNG engine keeps running cost low on the long 500 km round trip to Nashik and Trimbakeshwar.
Ertiga on rent in Pune →
6+1 and 7+1 Driver | from ₹20/kmThe softest ride for elders on the long return drive, with captain seats in the middle row. Choose the Innova Hycross for a quieter, more premium cabin.
Innova Crysta on rent →9+1 to 17+1 Driver | from ₹31/kmOur most booked Kumbh vehicle for families. Reclining captain seats, individual AC vents, USB charging and a low noise cabin. Available in 9+1, 12+1, 13+1 and 16+1 Driver layouts.
Force Urbania on rent →
9+1 and 13+1 Driver | from ₹25/kmA comfortable AC van at a lower rate than the Urbania. A smart pick for 9 to 13 pilgrims who want to travel together without paying for premium seats.
Tata Winger on rent →
12+1 to 26+1 Driver | from ₹27/kmPushback seats and a roof carrier for bedding and bags on a 2 or 3 day Kumbh stay. Choose a 13, 17, 20 or 26 seater.
Tempo traveller on rent →
17+1 to 32+1 Driver | from ₹35/kmThe right middle size for societies and mandals of 17 to 32 people. Higher roof, wide aisle and space for luggage, at a lower cost per head than two smaller vans.
17 seater bus on rent →
40+1 to 50+1 Driver | from ₹65/kmFor large societies, offices and temple trusts. AC luxury buses with 40, 45 and 50 seats, big luggage holds and the lowest per person fare.
Bus on rent in Pune →Rate Chart 2027
Most Pune groups book a 2 day Kumbh trip covering Ramkund, Panchavati and Trimbakeshwar. That trip is about 500 to 550 km in total, so it fits our 2 day package of 600 km. Here is the starting fare for every vehicle and what it works out to per person when the vehicle is full.
| Vehicle | Seating | Per km rate | 2 day Kumbh trip (600 km) | Approx. per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cars and SUVs | ||||
| Swift Dzire | 4+1 | ₹13 / km | ₹7,800 | ₹1,950 |
| Toyota Etios | 4+1 | ₹14 / km | ₹8,400 | ₹2,100 |
| Ertiga (CNG) | 6+1 | ₹15 / km | ₹9,000 | ₹1,500 |
| Toyota Rumion (CNG) | 6+1 | ₹15 / km | ₹9,000 | ₹1,500 |
| Toyota Innova Crysta | 6+1 | ₹20 / km | ₹12,000 | ₹2,000 |
| Toyota Innova Hycross | 7+1 | ₹24 / km | ₹14,400 | ₹2,057 |
| Force Urbania and Tata Winger | ||||
| Force Urbania 9 Seater | 9+1 | ₹31 / km | ₹18,600 | ₹2,067 |
| Force Urbania 12 Seater | 12+1 | ₹32 / km | ₹19,200 | ₹1,600 |
| Force Urbania 13 Seater | 13+1 | ₹32 / km | ₹19,200 | ₹1,477 |
| Force Urbania 16 Seater | 16+1 | ₹33 / km | ₹19,800 | ₹1,238 |
| Force Urbania 17 Seater | 17+1 | ₹33 / km | ₹19,800 | ₹1,165 |
| Tata Winger 9 Seater | 9+1 | ₹25 / km | ₹15,000 | ₹1,667 |
| Tata Winger 13 Seater | 13+1 | ₹26 / km | ₹15,600 | ₹1,200 |
| Tempo Traveller | ||||
| Tempo Traveller 12 Seater | 12+1 | ₹27 / km | ₹16,200 | ₹1,350 |
| Tempo Traveller 13 Seater | 13+1 | ₹27 / km | ₹16,200 | ₹1,246 |
| Tempo Traveller 17 Seater | 17+1 | ₹28 / km | ₹16,800 | ₹988 |
| Tempo Traveller 20 Seater | 20+1 | ₹30 / km | ₹18,000 | ₹900 |
| Tempo Traveller 26 Seater | 26+1 | ₹40 / km | ₹24,000 | ₹923 |
| Mini Bus and Luxury Bus | ||||
| SML 17 Seater Bus | 17+1 | ₹35 / km | ₹23,000 | ₹1,353 |
| SML 20 Seater Bus | 20+1 | ₹40 / km | ₹24,000 | ₹1,200 |
| SML 27 Seater Bus | 27+1 | ₹45 / km | ₹27,000 | ₹1,000 |
| SML 32 Seater Bus | 32+1 | ₹50 / km | ₹30,000 | ₹938 |
| 40 Seater Bus | 40+1 | ₹65 / km | ₹39,000 | ₹975 |
| 45 Seater Bus | 45+1 | ₹65 / km | ₹39,000 | ₹867 |
| 50 Seater Bus | 50+1 | ₹70 / km | ₹42,000 | ₹840 |
Kumbh dates fill up fast. These are our current starting rates. Rates can change on festivals and peak dates, so the final fare for your Amrit Snan dates is confirmed on WhatsApp before you pay any advance.
Choose the Right Vehicle
For a Kumbh trip, pick one size up from your head count if you carry bedding, puja material or a wheelchair. This is the guide we use when Pune families call us.
| Group size | Best vehicle | Why it works for Kumbh |
|---|---|---|
| 1 to 4 people | Swift Dzire or Toyota Etios | Lowest cost, easy to park at the outer Kumbh lots |
| 5 to 7 people | Ertiga, Rumion, Innova Crysta or Hycross | Three rows, comfortable for elders on the return drive |
| 8 to 13 people | Force Urbania 9+1, 12+1, 13+1 or Tata Winger | Whole family in one vehicle, reclining seats for a 5 hour drive |
| 14 to 26 people | Urbania 16+1 or 17+1, or a 17, 20 or 26 seater tempo traveller | Roof carrier for luggage, low per person cost |
| 27 to 50 people | SML 27 or 32 seater, or a 40, 45 or 50 seater bus | Societies, mandals and offices travel as one group |
| More than 50 people | Two or more buses, or a bus with tempo travellers | One pickup point and same time departure for all vehicles |
| Feature | Force Urbania | Tempo Traveller | Mini Bus or Luxury Bus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seats | 9+1 to 17+1 Driver | 12+1 to 26+1 Driver | 17+1 to 50+1 Driver |
| Ride comfort | Best. Monocoque body, smooth and quiet | Good, pushback seats | Good on highway, slower in town |
| Luggage | Rear boot | Roof carrier and rear space | Large luggage hold |
| Best for | Families with elders, NRI and corporate groups | Pilgrim groups with luggage | Societies, mandals, offices |
| Kumbh parking | Easy, van size | Easy, van size | Bus parking zones only |
| Starting rate | ₹31 per km | ₹27 per km | ₹35 per km |
Comparing Urbania layouts for a family? Read our guide on Urbania seating for Nashik Kumbh Mela group travel.
Routes and Distances
Nashik is about 210 km from central Pune. In normal traffic the drive takes 4.5 to 5 hours. During the Kumbh, the last 20 to 30 km into Nashik can take far longer on Amrit Snan days, so our drivers choose the route on the day based on traffic police advisories.
Route 1 | about 210 km | 4.5 to 5 hrs
Pune, Nashik Phata, Chakan, Rajgurunagar, Manchar, Narayangaon, Alephata, Sangamner, Sinnar and Nashik. The shortest and most used route, with plenty of food and fuel stops. This is our default route for Kumbh trips.
Route 2 | about 290 km | 6 to 6.5 hrs
Pune, Shikrapur, Shirur, Ahilyanagar, Rahuri, Shirdi, Sinnar and Nashik. Longer, but the best choice when your plan includes Sai Baba darshan at Shirdi, and a useful option when Route 1 is crowded near Sangamner.
Route 3 | about 330 km | 6.5 to 7.5 hrs
Pune, Mumbai Pune Expressway, Bhiwandi bypass, Kasara Ghat, Igatpuri and Nashik on the Mumbai Agra highway. Higher toll, but it enters Nashik from the west side, which can help for Trimbakeshwar or Igatpuri stays.
| Halt | Distance from Pune | Time from Pune | Useful for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chakan | about 35 km | 1 hr | Last city traffic point, early fuel stop |
| Manchar | about 60 km | 1.5 hrs | Tea and quick breakfast |
| Narayangaon | about 80 km | 2 hrs | Popular breakfast halt, clean restaurants |
| Alephata | about 95 km | 2.25 hrs | Junction for the Kalyan and Ahilyanagar roads |
| Sangamner | about 140 km | 3.25 hrs | Lunch halt, washrooms for elders |
| Sinnar | about 180 km | 4 hrs | Last stop before Nashik traffic and parking zones |
| Nashik | about 210 km | 4.5 to 5 hrs | Kumbh parking zone and shuttle to Ramkund |
| Pickup area | Approx. distance to Nashik | Pickup area | Approx. distance to Nashik |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bhosari and Moshi | 185 to 190 km | Shivajinagar and Pune Station | 205 to 210 km |
| Pimpri Chinchwad | 190 to 200 km | Viman Nagar and Kharadi | 205 to 210 km |
| Wakad and Hinjewadi | 200 to 210 km | Kothrud and Karve Nagar | 215 to 222 km |
| Baner and Aundh | 200 to 205 km | Hadapsar and Katraj | 220 to 230 km |
Distances are approximate road distances to central Nashik. Travelling as a small family by car? Our Pune to Nashik cab fare and route guide covers the car options in detail.
Day Wise Trip Plans
These are the plans our drivers run most often for the Simhastha. Timings are a guide for regular Kumbh days. On Amrit Snan days we start earlier and keep extra time for parking and shuttle queues.
1 Day | about 450 to 480 km
Best on regular days. We do not suggest a same day trip on Amrit Snan days.
2 Days | about 500 to 550 km
Our most booked Kumbh plan, covered in the 600 km package.
3 Days | about 600 km
Billed on the 300 km per day minimum. A relaxed pace that suits groups with elders. For a Shirdi only trip, see Force Urbania on rent for Shirdi.
4 Days | about 750 km
Ideal for the 11 and 12 September Amrit Snan, when Nashik and Trimbakeshwar bathe on back to back days.
Planning a regular Nashik trip outside the Kumbh period? See our Force Urbania on rent in Nashik page.
Kumbh Darshan Guide
Share the places you want to cover when you book, so the driver plans the day around parking zones and temple timings. These are the stops most Pune groups ask for.
The main Kumbh bathing ghat on the Godavari in Nashik, where the Amrit Snan processions of the akhadas take place. The evening Godavari aarti here is a highlight of any trip.
A historic temple of Lord Rama built in black stone, a short walk from Ramkund. Plan your visit before noon on busy days.
Sita Gufa is linked with the Ramayana, and Kapaleshwar Mahadev Mandir stands opposite Ramkund. Both are in the Panchavati walking zone.
The riverside area associated with Lakshman and the Ramayana. During the Simhastha, the sadhugram and akhada camps are planned around this area.
One of the 12 Jyotirlingas, about 30 km from Nashik, near the source of the Godavari at Brahmagiri. The second Kumbh venue with its own Amrit Snan days.
The sacred tank at Trimbakeshwar where the Shaiva akhadas take the Amrit Snan. Expect queues and walking on snan days.
Anjaneri, revered as the birthplace of Hanuman, is on the Nashik to Trimbakeshwar road. Brahmagiri hill is the origin of the Godavari, best for groups who can climb.
Muktidham in Nashik Road has replicas of the 12 Jyotirlingas. Saptashrungi Devi at Vani, about 60 km away, is one of the Shakti Peethas and has a funicular for elders.
Parking and Traffic Plan
This matters more than the vehicle you choose, and most travel pages leave it out. The Nashik Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela Authority has planned a three tier system so the areas around Ramkund and Trimbakeshwar temple stay pedestrian zones.
Tier 1
Private and rented vehicles stop at designated parking lots on the main highways into Nashik and Trimbakeshwar. On peak Amrit Snan days, only the outer parking zones are planned to operate.
Tier 2
From the parking lots, shuttle buses carry pilgrims to drop points near the ghats. The state has planned a network of thousands of buses linking parking hubs and railway stations.
Tier 3
The last stretch to Ramkund, Panchavati and Kushavarta Kund is on foot. Plan for walking and waiting time, especially with elders and children.
Travel Smart
Why Shelke Travels
A family run Pune travel company. Most of our bookings come from repeat customers and their referrals, and every Kumbh group gets the same care.
Our drivers run Pune to Nashik, Trimbakeshwar and Shirdi every week, so they know the timings, ghat sections and safe halts.
From a 4+1 sedan to a 50+1 bus. Large groups can book a bus and tempo travellers together and travel as one convoy.
Rate, km, toll, parking and night charges explained before you confirm. Read our cancellation and refund policy before booking.
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Pickup Across Pune
Our base is in Karve Nagar, and we pick up from homes, societies and offices across Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad. Large groups can choose one or two common pickup points.
We also pick up from Wakad, Aundh, Viman Nagar, Kharadi, Hadapsar, Katraj, Sinhagad Road, Bhosari and Chakan.
Easy Booking
Send your pickup area, snan date, number of days and group size by call or WhatsApp.
We suggest the right vehicle and send a full quote with km, toll and night charges explained.
Confirm the booking to block the vehicle for your Kumbh dates.
You get the vehicle number and driver details before the trip, and the driver reaches your door on time.
FAQs
You can rent a Swift Dzire or Etios (4+1), Ertiga or Rumion (6+1), Innova Crysta (6+1) or Hycross (7+1), Force Urbania (9+1 to 17+1 Driver), Tata Winger (9+1 and 13+1), tempo travellers from 12 to 26 seats, SML mini buses from 17 to 32 seats and luxury buses with 40, 45 and 50 seats. Every vehicle comes with a driver.
Starting rates are ₹13 per km for a Swift Dzire, ₹20 per km for an Innova Crysta, ₹31 to ₹33 per km for a Force Urbania, ₹27 to ₹40 per km for a tempo traveller and ₹35 to ₹70 per km for a bus. A 2 day Nashik and Trimbakeshwar trip of 600 km starts at about ₹7,800 for a sedan, ₹16,800 for a 17 seater tempo traveller and ₹42,000 for a 50 seater bus. Toll, parking and driver night charges are extra.
For a full vehicle on a 2 day, 600 km trip, the base fare works out to about ₹840 per person in a 50 seater bus, ₹900 to ₹990 in a 17 or 20 seater tempo traveller, ₹1,165 to ₹1,600 in a Force Urbania and ₹1,500 to ₹2,100 in a car. Toll and parking are extra.
The announced Amrit Snan dates are 2 August 2027, 31 August 2027 and 11 September 2027 at Ramkund in Nashik, with the third Amrit Snan at Trimbakeshwar on 12 September 2027. The Simhastha began on 31 October 2026 and ends on 24 July 2028. Dates can be revised, so we confirm them at booking.
Nashik is about 210 km from central Pune. The drive takes 4.5 to 5 hours in normal traffic via Chakan, Narayangaon, Sangamner and Sinnar. On Amrit Snan days the final stretch into Nashik can take much longer, so we plan early departures.
The Pune Nashik highway via Sangamner and Sinnar, about 210 km, is the shortest and our default. The route via Ahilyanagar and Shirdi, about 290 km, suits trips that include Shirdi. The Expressway and Kasara Ghat route, about 330 km, enters Nashik from the west and can help for Trimbakeshwar or Igatpuri stays.
No. The Kumbh Mela Authority plans to stop private and rented vehicles at outer parking zones on peak snan days. Pilgrims then use MSRTC shuttle buses to drop points and walk the last stretch. Your driver parks at the assigned lot and stays with the vehicle.
Book as soon as your snan date and stay are fixed. For the 2 August, 31 August and 11 and 12 September Amrit Snan dates, booking several months ahead is safest, especially for Urbania, 17 to 26 seater tempo travellers and large buses.
On regular days, yes. Leave Pune by about 4 am and you can finish Ramkund darshan and be home by night. On Amrit Snan days we suggest at least 2 days, because outer parking, shuttle queues and walking add many hours.
A Force Urbania 12+1 or 13+1 Driver gives the most comfortable ride for families and elders. A 13 seater Tata Winger or 13 seater tempo traveller costs less. For 14 or 15 people with luggage, a 16+1 Urbania or a 17 seater tempo traveller is the better fit.
For small families, the Innova Crysta or Innova Hycross. For groups, the Force Urbania, with reclining captain seats, individual AC vents and an easy entry step. Tell us if anyone uses a wheelchair or walker so we keep space for it.
Yes. We have SML mini buses from 17 to 32 seats and AC luxury buses with 40, 45 and 50 seats. For groups above 50 we arrange two or more vehicles with one common pickup point and departure time.
Toll, parking including Kumbh parking lots, any permit and the driver night charge on multi day trips are paid at actuals. Fuel, AC and the driver are included. Every charge is explained in the quote before you confirm.
Yes. Trimbakeshwar is about 30 km from Nashik, Saptashrungi about 60 km and Shirdi about 90 km. A 3 day trip covers Nashik, Trimbakeshwar and Shirdi, and a 4 day trip adds Saptashrungi Devi at Vani.
Yes. The same vehicle and driver stay with your group for the whole trip, including local movement between Nashik, Trimbakeshwar and other temples. A driver night charge applies for each night.
Yes. We pick up from every part of Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad, including Karve Nagar, Kothrud, Baner, Hinjewadi, Wakad, Hadapsar, Kharadi, Bhosari and Chakan.
Most groups stay in Nashik city, near Trimbakeshwar, or in Igatpuri if Nashik is fully booked. Book your stay before the vehicle and tell us the address, so the driver plans the shortest route to the right parking zone.
Yes. The Simhastha runs from 31 October 2026 to 24 July 2028, and the ghats and temples are open for darshan throughout. Non snan days are calmer, cheaper to book and better for elders and children.
All our cars, Urbania vans, Tata Wingers, tempo travellers and buses are AC vehicles. Each vehicle is cleaned and checked before every trip and is GPS tracked.
Call or WhatsApp Shelke Travels on +91 84840 68364 with your pickup area, snan date, number of days and group size. We reply with the right vehicle and a clear quote, and share the vehicle number and driver details before the trip.
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Limited Vehicles on Amrit Snan Dates
The August and September 2027 Amrit Snan dates will be the busiest travel days Nashik has seen in 12 years. Tell us your date and group size, and we will block the right vehicle and send a clear price.
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