Jain Pilgrimage Circuit from Varanasi — Singhpur, Chandrapuri, Parasnath
Jain pilgrimage from Varanasi covering five Tirthankara birthplaces (panch-kalyanak kshetras) in the region — Singhpur, Chandrapuri, Bhadarpur, Pawapuri, Parasnath. 4–7 days.
Varanasi sits at the centre of the eastern Jain heritage zone. Three of the 24 Tirthankaras — Suparshvanath (7th), Chandraprabha (8th), and Shreyansanath (11th) — were born in villages within 50 km of Varanasi: Bhadarpur (Suparshvanath), Chandrapuri (Chandraprabha), and Singhpur (Shreyansanath). Add Pawapuri (where Mahavira attained moksha) and Parasnath Hill / Shikharji (where 20 of the 24 Tirthankaras achieved nirvana) and you have one of the most concentrated Jain pilgrimage circuits in India. Varanasi On Wheels has run this circuit for Shvetambara and Digambara groups from Gujarat, Rajasthan, Mumbai, and Karnataka. Drivers are briefed on Jain dietary restrictions (no onion, garlic, root vegetables, after-sunset food) and we can arrange Jain-thali catering at every halt.
Tour Highlights
- Singhpur — birthplace of Shreyansanath (11th Tirthankara)
- Chandrapuri — birthplace of Chandraprabha (8th Tirthankara)
- Bhadarpur — birthplace of Suparshvanath (7th Tirthankara)
- Pawapuri Jal Mandir — Lord Mahavira's moksha sthal
- Parasnath Hill (Shikharji) — moksha sthal of 20 Tirthankaras
- Kundalpur Jain Temple
- Sarnath optional add-on
Places Covered
Day-by-Day Itinerary
- 1
Varanasi → Singhpur → Chandrapuri → Bhadarpur → Varanasi (~80 km loop)
Morning departure to Singhpur (32 km from Varanasi) — birthplace of Shreyansanath. Continue to Chandrapuri (Chandraprabha birthplace) and Bhadarpur (Suparshvanath birthplace). Return to Varanasi by evening for darshan at Bhelupur Jain Mandir (birthplace of Parshvanath, the 23rd Tirthankara).
SinghpurChandrapuriBhadarpurBhelupur Jain Mandir - 2
Varanasi → Pawapuri (200 km, 5 hrs)
Drive to Pawapuri via Patna. Visit Jal Mandir (the lake temple at the moksha site of Lord Mahavira). Overnight Pawapuri or Rajgir.
Pawapuri Jal Mandir - 3
Pawapuri → Kundalpur → Parasnath (130 km)
Morning at Kundalpur Jain temple. Continue to Parasnath / Madhuban (base of Shikharji). Evening rest. Overnight Madhuban.
KundalpurMadhuban - 4
Shikharji (Parasnath Hill) parikrama — full day
Early morning start (4:30 AM). 27-km parikrama on foot or by doli (palanquin) — visit all 20 tonk (shrines) along the hill, each commemorating a Tirthankara's moksha. Allow 8–12 hours. Return to Madhuban by evening.
ShikharjiParasnath Hill - 5
Parasnath → Varanasi (350 km, 8 hrs)
Long drive back. Lunch en route. Arrive Varanasi by evening.
Varanasi
What's Included
- Vehicle rental for the entire tour duration
- Experienced Varanasi-based driver familiar with all pilgrimage sites
- Fuel and standard maintenance
- All vehicle-related taxes and standard permits
- Air-conditioning during travel
- Bottled water for first day
- 24×7 support from the Varanasi On Wheels office
- Jain-dietary briefing for the driver (no onion/garlic, no after-sunset meals)
- Recommendations for shvetambara / digambara dharamshalas at each halt
What's Excluded
- Toll taxes and inter-state permits (charged at actuals)
- Driver night allowance for multi-day trips
- Personal expenses, tips, and shopping
- Temple darshan / VIP-darshan tickets
- Hotel / dharamshala accommodation (we can arrange on request)
- Meals at restaurants (we can recommend halal / pure-veg / Jain-friendly options)
- Boat ride charges at Ganga ghats
- 5% GST on the total invoice
- Doli (palanquin) charges for elderly pilgrims at Shikharji (₹3,500–₹5,500 per person)
- Donations and arghya at temples
Pricing by Vehicle
| Vehicle | Capacity | Price From |
|---|---|---|
| Innova Crysta | 1–6 pax | ₹8,500 / person (5-day) |
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 6–12 pax | ₹6,500 / person (5-day) |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 12–17 pax | ₹5,000 / person (5-day) |
| Maharaja Urbania (luxury) | 1–9 pax | ₹14,000 / person (5-day) |
* All prices exclude driver allowance, tolls, parking, and 5% GST. Minimum 250 km/day for outstation trips.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the drivers Jain-diet aware?
How physically demanding is the Shikharji parikrama?
Is accommodation available at the pilgrimage sites?
Can I add Lumbini or Bodhgaya to this circuit?
When is Mahavir Jayanti?
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