Dashashwamedh Ghat, Varanasi Riverfront Ghats, Old City Lanes and Local Markets, Traditional Akhadas, Banarasi Silk Weaving Community, Rural Outskirt Village, Sarnath, Dhamek Stupa, Mula Gandha Kuti Vihara, Archaeological Museum Sarnath, and Ancient Ashokan Monastery Ruins.

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Day 01: Varanasi –Arrival Ganga Arti

You will be picked-up from Airport/Railway station. Check in to hotel. In evening, get ready to experience Ganga Aarti. Get a glimpse of the spiritualism at the Ganga Ghats (river front). Enjoy the Ganga Aarti on Boat (optional and by own cost). Stay at night at hotel in Varanasi.

Day 02: Varanasi – Morning Boat Ride - Temple Tour – Ayodhya

Early morning, we will be taken for a boat ride on the Ganges. It is a mystical and spiritual experience as you watch people offering water to the Sun God and devotees taking holy dip in the Ganges. We will visit all the famous Ghats of Varanasi via boat. Latter visit the most religious Kashi Vishwanath temple, Annapurna Temple, the Bharat Mata temple, Sankat Mochan (Hanuman temple), Manas Mandir, BHU. Come back to hotel for breakfast.

After sightseeing driver to Ayodhya. Night stay at hotel in Ayodhya.

Day 03: Ayodhya – Prayagraj – Varanasi

Early morning, visit the Birth Place of Lord Rama. Ayodhya during ancient times was known as Kosaladesa. Remnants of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Islam can still be found in Ayodhya. According to Jain belief, five tirthankaras were born at Ayodhya, including Adinath (Rishabhadeva), the 1st tirthankar. Latter visit Hanuman Garhi , Kanak Bhawan, Ramkatha Museum.

After sightseeing drive to Prayagraj visit the Sangam (Meeting point) of the three rivers - Ganga, Yamuna & Saraswati. At the point at which the brown Ganges meets the Greenish Yamuna, pandas (priests) perch on small platforms to perform puja and assist the devout in their ritual ablutions in the shallow waters.

Covers the other spot in Prayagraj like Hanuman Temple, Anand Bhavan - one of the country’s best-running museums in memory of Jawahar Lal Nehru. Swaraj Bhawan -the house where the former Prime Minister of India Mrs. Indira Gandhi was born.

In evening drive to Varanasi. Night stay at Hotel in Varanasi.

Day 04: Varanasi – Sarnath - Drop to Railway Station/ Varanasi Airport

After breakfast, we will be taken for an excursion to Sarnath. Sarnath is the place where Buddha delivered his first sermon to his disciples. The attractions at Sarnath are the Buddha temples, the Dhamekha stupa, Chaukhandi stupa and the archaeological museum.

 Latter drop to Varanasi Railway Station / Varanasi airport.

 


Key attractions and unique experiences – 

1.           1.Varanasi –

           A . Ganag Arti.

           B. Sunrise Boat Ride

           C. Kashi Vishnath Temple

           D. Sarnath

           E. Annapurna Temple

           F. Sankat Mochan Temple

    2. Ayodhya –

            A. Ramjanam Bhumi Temple

            B. HanumanGarhi

            C. Kanak Bhawan

            D. Dasharath Bhawan

            E. Saryu Arti

   3. Prayagraj –

           A. Triveni Sangam

           B. Lete Hanumanji Temple

           C. Anand Bhawan, Swaraj Bhawan


Recommended accommodation / category – 03 Star / 04 star / 05 Star


Local experiences, cuisine, culture or activities –

  • A.      Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat
  • B.      Sunrise Boat Ride on the Ganges
  • C.      Heritage Walk through the Old City & Ghats
  • D.     Visit to Kashi Vishwanath Temple
  • E.      Evening Ganga Aarti & Spiritual Experiences
  • F.       Explore Varanasi’s Famous Silk Sarees & Handloom
  • G.     Taste Local Cuisine – Kachori Sabzi, Tamatar Chaat, Banarasi Paan, Lassi & Malaiyyo
  • H.     Visit Sarnath – Buddhist heritage and spiritual site
  • I.        Traditional Music & Cultural Experiences – Banarasi classical music and local performances
  • J.        Experience the Traditional Akharas and Local Lifestyle


Ideal target segment – Family / Couple / Senior Citizens / MICE / Students etc.


High-quality photographs of the destination and experiences, wherever available.

Varanasi:
       1.  Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat,

2.      Sunrise boat rides on the Ganges,

3.      Varanasi Ghats, Sarnath,

4.      Banarasi Silk weaving,

5.      Local cuisine,

6.      Heritage lanes and cultural experiences.


Prayagraj:

1. Triveni Sangam,

2. Sangam boat rides,

3. Bade Hanuman Temple,

4. Allahabad Fort, Akshayavat,

5. historic heritage sites, religious ceremonies and

6. local cultural experiences.


Ayodhya:

1. Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, Ram Mandir,

2.Hanuman Garhi,

3.Kanak Bhawan,

4.Saryu River Ghats, Saryu Aarti,

5. Ayodhya’s spiritual and cultural heritage.

 

INCLUSIONS

    • Accommodation: 03 Nights stay in hotel category of choice (3-Star / 4-Star / 5-Star).

    • Meals: Daily breakfast at hotels (CP Plan).

    • Transfers & Transportation: Private AC vehicle (Etios / Innova / Tempo Traveller depending on group size) for all pickups, intercity drives, sightseeing, and drop-offs.

    • Sightseeing & Excursions:

      • Varanasi local temple tours and Ganga Aarti attendance.

      • Early morning Varanasi boat ride experience.

      • Excursion to Ayodhya (Ram Janmabhoomi, Hanuman Garhi, Kanak Bhawan).

      • Excursion to Prayagraj (Triveni Sangam, Lete Hanumanji Temple, Anand Bhawan, Swaraj Bhawan).

      • Half-day excursion to Sarnath (Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, Archaeological Museum).

    • Driver & Vehicle Expenses: Toll taxes, parking charges, driver allowances, fuel charges, and state taxes.

EXCLUSIONS

    • Travel Tickets: Airfare or train tickets to/from Varanasi.

    • Monuments & Entry Fees: Entry tickets for Sarnath Archaeological Museum, Anand Bhawan, or specific shrine entry passes.

    • Optional Activity Charges: Optional Ganga Aarti boat ride fees and Prayagraj Triveni Sangam boat ride charges (unless explicitly pre-booked).

    • Unspecified Meals: Lunches, dinners, snacks, or personal food orders not covered under the breakfast plan.

    • Personal Expenses: Tips, room service, laundry, telephone calls, camera fees, or pooja expenses.

    • Taxes: Applicable GST (5%) on the overall tour package billing.

    • Insurance & Contingencies: Personal travel/medical insurance and any extra costs due to unexpected travel delays or emergencies.

Dashashwamedh Ghat, Varanasi Riverfront Ghats, Old City Lanes and Local Markets, Traditional Akhadas, Banarasi Silk Weaving Community, Rural Outskirt Village, Sarnath, Dhamek Stupa, Mula Gandha Kuti Vihara, Archaeological Museum Sarnath, and Ancient Ashokan Monastery Ruins.