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Chintamani Jain Temple Tour Package — Taxi & Darshan from Ahmedabad

A blessed one-day yatra to the historic Chintamani Parshwanath Derasar in old Surat — comfortable taxi, Innova and tempo traveller booking from Sabarmati with Adinath Travels.

~265 km from Sabarmati
4.5–5 hr one-way
Historic Derasar
Family & Senior Friendly
~265 KMFrom Sabarmati
4.5–5 HROne-Way Drive
1 DAYRound Trip
17th CENTURYHistoric Derasar
₹5,500+Starting Package

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Introduction

Chintamani Jain Temple Tour Package — Shahpore, Surat

Chintamani Jain Temple Tour Package from Ahmedabad is one of the most rewarding one-day Jain yatras you can plan into South Gujarat. Tucked away in the historic Shahpore area near Rani Talav in old Surat, the Chintamani Parshwanath Derasar is a lavishly ornamented 17th-18th century Shwetambar Jain temple famed for its exquisite painted wooden ceilings, intricate Sompura-style carvings and a gem-adorned Bhagwan Parshwanath moolnayak. For Jain families across Ahmedabad, Sabarmati, Gandhinagar and Mehsana, a taxi trip to Chintamani Bhagwan in Surat is more than a temple visit — it is a pilgrimage into the very heart of Gujarat’s Diamond City Jain heritage.

Adinath Travels arranges door-pickup Ahmedabad to Surat taxi service along with Innova, tempo traveller and Adinath Travels bus booking from Sabarmati, Jawahar Chowk, Motera, Chandkheda, Gandhinagar and anywhere in the city. Whether you want a focused one-day Chintamani Parshwanath darshan, a full Shahpore Chintamani darshan tour, or an extended two-day package that combines Chintamani with Songadh Jain Tirth, Bardoli region temples, Vapi Parshwanath or Nani Daman, we handle the long NH48 drive so you can save your energy for the derasar. Explore all our other Jain Tirth Yatra in Gujarat options if you would like to build a wider South Gujarat Jain circuit around your Surat visit.

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Why Chintamani Parshwanath?

Chintamani Bhagwan is Bhagwan Parshwanath in his aspect as the granter of every heartfelt wish. Surat’s Chintamani Derasar has drawn Jain devotees for centuries precisely because pilgrims believe the moolnayak — adorned with precious gems and jewelry — grants sincere prayers offered with a clean heart at the sanctum.

Heritage & Art

History & Architecture of Chintamani Parshwanath Derasar

A rare 17th-18th century Shwetambar derasar whose painted wooden ceilings and gem-adorned moolnayak have survived because of the deep patronage of Surat’s Jain merchant community.

17th–18th Century Origins

The Chintamani Parshwanath Derasar dates back to the 17th–18th century, a period when Surat was one of the wealthiest ports in the Mughal empire. It has been repaired and re-consecrated over generations, but the core sanctum retains its historic character.

Painted Wooden Ceilings

The single most celebrated feature of the derasar is its exquisite painted wooden ceiling — hand-painted panels depicting Jain cosmology (Jambudweep, Nandishwar Dweep and the cosmic geography of Jain philosophy) in vivid natural pigments. There are few surviving examples in Gujarat of comparable craftsmanship.

Gem-Adorned Moolnayak

The Bhagwan Parshwanath moolnayak in the garbhagriha is adorned on festival days with precious gems and gold jewelry — a Chintamani tradition kept alive by the temple trust and the local Surat Jain sangh for generations.

Sompura-Style Carvings

The stone and wood carvings across pillars, arches and the Rang-mandapa follow the classic Sompura tradition of Gujarat Jain temple art — fine, deep, symmetrical work that makes each column and dome a devotional object in its own right.

Diamond City Jain Patronage

Surat’s reputation as the Diamond City of India is inseparable from the prosperity of its Jain merchant families. It is precisely this deep, continuous patronage that has allowed such lavishly ornamented derasars to survive centuries of monsoon, fire and urban change in old Surat.

Shahpore & Rani Talav

The temple sits in the historic Shahpore area of old Surat, close to Rani Talav — a neighbourhood dense with other beautiful Shwetambar derasars, giving pilgrims a natural walking cluster of Jain heritage sites to complete in a single afternoon.

Adinath Advantage

Why Book Your Chintamani Jain Temple Tour Package with Adinath Travels

An Ahmedabad to Surat Jain yatra is a long-distance outstation trip — around 265 km each way on NH48 through Vadodara and Bharuch. A dedicated Adinath Travels driver removes every friction from that drive. Our drivers know the NH48 corridor intimately, understand the Anand – Vadodara – Bharuch pit-stop rhythm, and are trained to handle pre-dawn 4:30 AM pickups so you reach Surat in time for a peaceful morning darshan at Chintamani Parshwanath without rushing. There is no app-cab surge pricing, no driver switch-outs, and no meter anxiety — just a fixed package with fuel, tolls, parking and driver bata included.

For families with elderly parents, we strongly recommend an Innova / Crysta for the extra leg-room on the long stretch, or a 12–17 seater tempo traveller if you are travelling with 10 to 17 relatives. Larger community and society yatras of 25 to 49 devotees are covered by our Adinath Travels bus rental from Sabarmati and Gandhinagar. Every vehicle is AC, sanitised, and the driver waits patiently in Shahpore while your group completes the full Chintamani darshan and any nearby derasars.

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Getting There

How to Reach Chintamani Parshwanath Derasar, Surat from Ahmedabad

The most comfortable way to reach Chintamani Bhagwan in old Surat is a private vehicle from Sabarmati. Here are the options we arrange for you.

Private Taxi & SUV

Sedan or Innova with door pickup from anywhere in Ahmedabad, Sabarmati, Motera, Chandkheda or Gandhinagar. Perfect for families of 3–7 pilgrims doing a one-day Chintamani Parshwanath Surat darshan.

Tempo Traveller

12, 14 and 17-seater tempo traveller booking for extended family and community yatras with push-back seats and music — the most comfortable long-drive option for 10–17 pilgrims heading to Surat.

Adinath Travels Bus

25 and 49-seater Adinath Travels bus rental from Sabarmati and Gandhinagar for large society Jain yatras to Surat, with pickup point coordination and refreshment stops along the NH48 Vadodara–Bharuch route.

NH48 Route

Ahmedabad → Anand → Vadodara → Bharuch → Surat via NH48 (six to eight-lane national expressway). Shahpore Chintamani Derasar is at the heart of old Surat city, easily accessible off the main city ring road.

Distance Reference

Chintamani Surat Distance from Key Points

Approximate driving distances and durations for planning your Chintamani Jain Temple Tour Package from Ahmedabad and nearby cities.

From Distance Drive Time Recommended Vehicle
Sabarmati / Jawahar Chowk~268 km4.5–5 hrInnova / Tempo
Ahmedabad City (SG Road)~265 km4.5–5 hrInnova / Tempo
Vadodara (midway)~150 km from Surat2 hrAny vehicle
Bharuch (break)~80 km from Surat1 hrAny vehicle
Surat (Shahpore)City centre
Bardoli (add-on)~35 km from Surat1 hrSedan / Innova
Songadh Jain Tirth (extended)~350 km from Ahmedabad6 hr totalInnova / Tempo
Vapi / Nani Daman (combo)~110 km from Surat2 hrInnova / Tempo
Day Plan

One-Day Chintamani Yatra Itinerary from Sabarmati

A carefully paced pre-dawn plan used by Adinath Travels pilgrims for a comfortable one-day Ahmedabad – Surat – Ahmedabad Chintamani darshan trip.

4:30AM

Doorstep Pickup from Sabarmati / Ahmedabad

Your Adinath Travels vehicle arrives at your home in Sabarmati, Jawahar Chowk, Motera, Chandkheda or Gandhinagar. A pre-dawn start keeps NH48 clear and lets us reach Surat comfortably before midday.

6:30AM

Tea & Washroom Break at Anand

Short 20-minute halt at a Jain-friendly highway restaurant near Anand for warm tea, washroom and light snacks — a comfortable stretch before the Vadodara bypass.

8:30AM

Bharuch Break & Narmada Crossing

Cross the historic Golden Bridge over Narmada at Bharuch. Optional 15-minute break for tea and refreshments before the final ~80 km stretch to Surat on the NH48 Vadodara Bharuch route.

9:45AM

Arrive at Shahpore, Surat

Reach the historic Shahpore / Rani Talav area of old Surat. Freshen up, remove leather items and prepare for a peaceful morning darshan at Chintamani Parshwanath Derasar — the artistic heart of Surat’s Jain heritage.

10:15AM

Darshan of Chintamani Parshwanath Bhagwan

Spend unhurried time in prayer, chaityavandan and reflection at the beautifully painted-ceiling sanctum. Sit quietly with the gem-adorned moolnayak, look up at the Jain cosmology paintings and let the depth of the space settle in.

11:30AM

Optional: Other Shahpore Derasars

The Shahpore / Rani Talav neighbourhood has several other beautiful Shwetambar derasars within short walking distance. Walk through the historic lanes to complete a wider Shahpore Chintamani darshan tour.

1:30PM

Lunch Break in Surat

Break for a peaceful Jain lunch at a Jain-friendly restaurant in Surat city. Your driver will guide you to a suitable option based on your preference — Surat is renowned for its Jain-thali restaurants.

3:00PM

Optional: Ghod Dod Road / Dumas Beach

If time permits, add a brief stop at the elegant Ghod Dod Road area for its beautiful newer derasars, or drive out to Dumas beach for sea breeze and evening refreshments before starting the return journey.

5:00PM

Return Drive Begins

Depart Surat towards Bharuch — NH48 return with one comfortable tea break near Vadodara or Anand along the way.

11:00PM

Arrive Back in Sabarmati / Ahmedabad

Return to your Sabarmati or Ahmedabad pickup point by approximately 11:00–11:30 PM — a full, blessed one-day Chintamani Parshwanath Surat yatra completed door to door.

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Prefer an Overnight Surat Jain Trip?

Many families prefer a relaxed 2-day itinerary that combines Chintamani Surat with Songadh Jain Tirth or Bardoli region temples the next morning. We arrange overnight stay in a Jain-friendly hotel in Surat, and structure the return through Bharuch and Vadodara with fuel, tolls and driver included. Call +91 8287485590 for a tailored overnight quote.

Tour Packages

Chintamani Jain Temple Tour Package Pricing from Sabarmati & Ahmedabad

Transparent one-day round-trip pricing. Fuel, tolls, driver bata and parking included. Call to confirm the final quote for your exact date and group size.

Sedan for Chintamani Surat yatra
Sedan
Dzire · Etios · Xcent
Starting from 5,500
One-Day · Round Trip
  • AC 4-seater sedan
  • Door pickup from Sabarmati / Ahmedabad
  • ~530 km round-trip covered
  • Fuel, toll, parking & driver included
  • Best for couples or 3–4 pilgrims
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Innova for Chintamani darshan Surat tour
SUV / Innova
Ertiga · Innova · Crysta
Starting from 7,500
One-Day · Round Trip
  • Spacious 6–7 seater SUV
  • Ideal Innova for Chintamani darshan with elderly parents
  • Premium climate-controlled AC
  • Extra leg-room for long NH48 drive
  • Add-on Bardoli / Vapi on request
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Tempo Traveller for group Chintamani Surat yatra
Tempo Traveller
12 · 14 · 17 Seater
Starting from 9,500
One-Day · Round Trip
  • 12–17 seater luxury tempo traveller Surat yatra
  • Push-back seats & music system
  • Community & society group yatra ready
  • Multi-pickup coordination available
  • Ideal for groups of 10–17
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Large Group / Bus Booking

Planning a community Jain yatra of 25 to 49 pilgrims to Surat? Adinath Travels arranges 25 & 49-seater bus rental Surat from Sabarmati and Gandhinagar for the Chintamani Parshwanath Surat tour with multi-pickup coordination, NH48 refreshment stops and driver + fuel included. Call +91 8287485590 for a custom group quote.

Combine Your Yatra

Add Nearby Tirths to Your Chintamani Surat Tour

Surat sits on the classic Ahmedabad – Vadodara – Mumbai NH48 corridor, opening up several beautiful add-on Jain and darshan destinations across South Gujarat and beyond.

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When to Visit

Best Time to Visit Chintamani Parshwanath Derasar, Surat

The most comfortable window for a Chintamani Surat yatra is October to March, when South Gujarat weather is dry and pleasantly cool. Winter mornings on NH48 are gentle, the temperature in Shahpore around midday stays comfortable, and long car journeys are relatively fatigue-free. May and June are best avoided for a one-day trip because the NH48 stretch beyond Bharuch can be very hot and humid; if you must travel in early summer, a 4:00 AM start and a spacious Innova with strong AC are essential.

The monsoon (July–September) is a lush, green season in South Gujarat and completely doable for a Chintamani tour package — however Surat monsoon is notoriously heavy, so we advise adding a small buffer for slow patches on NH48 and around the Tapi river. Special Jain festivals like Paryushan, Mahavir Jayanti and Diwali attract heavier crowds at Chintamani Derasar and its neighbouring Shahpore temples, so we strongly recommend confirming your taxi 4–5 days in advance for those dates.

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Pro Tip from Adinath Travels

Weekdays are significantly calmer than weekends at Shahpore, both for parking and for a peaceful darshan under the painted wooden ceiling. For a comfortable one-day round trip we suggest a 4:30 AM Sabarmati pickup, or upgrade to an overnight Surat Jain trip if you also want to cover Songadh, Bardoli or Vapi Parshwanath.

Travel Tips

Practical Travel Tips for Your Chintamani Yatra

Small preparations that make your long-distance Chintamani Parshwanath tour smoother and more meaningful.

Modest Temple Attire

Wear clean, modest clothing suitable for a Jain derasar. Traditional cotton kurta-pyjama, sari or dhoti is ideal. Carry a light warm layer for the pre-dawn 4:30 AM pickup, especially in winter mornings on NH48.

No Leather Inside

As with all Jain temples, remove leather belts, wallets, shoes and bags before entering Chintamani Derasar. Non-leather footwear is easier to slip on and off as you walk between the Shahpore cluster derasars.

No Flash Photography

The painted wooden ceilings and gem-adorned moolnayak are historically fragile. Please avoid flash photography inside the sanctum. Quiet, respectful non-flash photos of the outer mandapa are usually fine — ask temple trust volunteers if unsure.

Pack Light & Smart

Carry a small day bag with water, mobile power bank, medicines for elderly parents, and light dry snacks for the NH48 drive. Your driver will guide you to Jain-friendly restaurants for meals in Surat and along the highway.

Family & Senior Care

Book an Innova for Chintamani darshan when travelling with elderly parents — the extra leg-room really matters on a 4.5 to 5 hour one-way drive. Chintamani Derasar itself is flat, ground-level and easy on the knees.

Book Your Taxi Early

For Paryushan, Mahavir Jayanti, weekends and public holidays, book your Adinath Travels vehicle 4–5 days in advance to lock in your preferred pickup time and vehicle type for your Chintamani Surat trip.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Chintamani Jain Temple in Surat from Ahmedabad?
Chintamani Parshwanath Derasar in Shahpore, Surat is approximately 265 km from Ahmedabad and around 268 km from Sabarmati via NH48 through Vadodara and Bharuch. By private taxi from Adinath Travels, the one-way drive takes 4.5 to 5 hours depending on Vadodara and Bharuch traffic. It is a comfortable pre-dawn one-day Jain yatra with an Innova or tempo traveller.
Can I book a Chintamani Jain Temple Tour Package from Sabarmati?
Yes. Adinath Travels offers one-day and overnight Chintamani Jain Temple Tour Packages from Sabarmati, Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar. Sedan starts around ₹5,500, Innova / SUV from ₹7,500 and tempo traveller from ₹9,500 for a one-day round trip. Call +91 8287485590 or WhatsApp us to confirm your date, pickup point and vehicle type for the Surat Chintamani darshan.
What is special about Chintamani Parshwanath Derasar in Surat?
Chintamani Parshwanath Derasar is a historic 17th-18th century Shwetambar Jain temple in the Shahpore area of old Surat, celebrated for its exquisite painted wooden ceilings depicting Jain cosmology such as Jambudweep, its intricate Sompura-style stone and wood carvings, and a gem-adorned Bhagwan Parshwanath moolnayak. The lavish ornamentation reflects the deep patronage of Surat’s Diamond City Jain merchant community and makes it one of the most artistically rich Jain heritage sites in South Gujarat.
Can Chintamani yatra be combined with Songadh, Bardoli or Vapi?
Absolutely. Surat is on the NH48 corridor towards Mumbai, so Chintamani Parshwanath darshan combines beautifully with Songadh Jain Tirth in Tapi district, Bardoli region temples, Vapi Parshwanath and Nani Daman as an extended 2-day South Gujarat Jain circuit. Ghod Dod Road derasars and Dumas beach in Surat city can also be added to a one-day package. Ask Adinath Travels for a custom itinerary while booking.
Is a Surat Jain yatra comfortable for elderly parents and families?
Yes. Chintamani Derasar in Shahpore is a flat, ground-level urban temple with easy vehicle access up to the temple street, so there is no climbing involved. We recommend an Innova or tempo traveller for extra elderly comfort on the long NH48 drive from Ahmedabad. Our drivers plan tea and washroom breaks at Anand and Bharuch on both legs so seniors travel comfortably on this one-day round trip.
How much does a Chintamani Surat taxi package cost from Ahmedabad?
Our one-day Ahmedabad to Surat Chintamani Jain yatra starts around ₹5,500 for a sedan, ₹7,500 for an Innova / Crysta and ₹9,500 for a 12 to 17-seater tempo traveller, with fuel, tolls, driver bata and parking included. Overnight and Songadh / Bardoli / Vapi combo prices are quoted based on your date, group size and stay preferences. Call +91 8287485590 for a firm quote for your travel date.
Do you arrange group bus booking for society Jain yatras to Surat?
Yes. For community and society yatras of 25 to 49 pilgrims to Surat, Adinath Travels arranges 25 and 49-seater bus rental from Sabarmati and Gandhinagar with multi-pickup coordination, NH48 refreshment stops and driver + fuel included. Call +91 8287485590 for a custom group quote based on your date, group size and whether you want a one-day or overnight Chintamani tour.

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