Varanasi - Prayagraj - Ayodhya

ITINERARY OVERVIEW

Spiritual Sojourn in Uttar Pradesh

Ramayana Salvation Tour to Varanasi – Inbound Travel Package from Mumbai

Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Destinations: Varanasi – Prayagraj – Ayodhya

Day 1: Arrival at Varanasi Airport | Panoramic Sightseeing

Arrival: You’ll be greeted at Varanasi Airport by our local representative and transferred comfortably to your hotel.

Evening Activities:

  • Dashashwamedh Ghat: Attend the famous Ganga Aarti – a mesmerising spiritual ritual performed with fire and chants. Arrive early to get the best spot.
  • Boat Ride on the Ganges (optional): Enjoy a serene evening boat ride to witness the lit-up ghats and temples from the river.

Dining Recommendation:
Baati Chokha for an authentic taste of eastern UP cuisine – try their litti chokha, sattu paratha, and desi ghee sweets.

Day 2: Varanasi – Sunrise, Temples & Culture Tour

Morning Spiritual Immersion:

  • Early morning sunrise boat ride along the Ganges to witness rituals at the ghats.
  • Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple – one of the 12 Jyotirlingas.
  • Stop by Annapurna Devi Temple, Kal Bhairav Temple, and Tulsi Manas Mandir.

Afternoon Exploration:

  • Sarnath (Approx. 10 km / 30 min): A sacred Buddhist site where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon. Visit Dhamek Stupa, Ashokan Pillar, and the Sarnath Museum.

Evening Leisure:

  • Explore local silk markets near Godowlia and pick up the famous Banarasi sarees and handicrafts.

Overnight Stay: Same hotel in Varanasi

Day 3: Varanasi to Prayagraj (Approx. 125 km / 3.5 hrs) | Sightseeing En Route

Transfer to Prayagraj:

Enjoy a comfortable drive through the heartland of UP, arriving in Prayagraj around midday.

Key Attractions:

  • Triveni Sangam: Sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and invisible Saraswati. Optional boat ride and holy dip.
  • Akshaya Vat Tree & Patalpuri Temple inside the Allahabad Fort (Note: ID required for fort access).
  • Anand Bhavan: Nehru family’s ancestral home and a museum of Indian independence.

Day 4: Prayagraj to Ayodhya (Approx. 165 km / 4.5 hrs) | Sightseeing in Ayodhya

Morning Drive to Ayodhya:

Depart after breakfast for Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Ram, now a prominent spiritual destination.

En route Suggestion (Optional Stop):

  • Shringverpur – an ancient town linked to Lord Ram’s exile journey.

In Ayodhya – Highlights:

  • Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir – the heart of the city’s devotion.
  • Hanuman Garhi – a revered temple offering panoramic views of Ayodhya.

Overnight Stay: Same hotel in Ayodhya

Day 5: Explore the Sacred Sites of Ayodhya

Full-day Spiritual Tour:

  • Kanak Bhawan – an opulently decorated temple devoted to Sita and Ram.
  • Nageshwarnath Temple is believed to be built by Kush, Lord Ram’s son.
  • Treta Ke Thakur – associated with the Ashwamedha Yagna.
  • Visit Guptar Ghat, where Lord Ram is said to have taken his last earthly journey.

Local Experience (Optional):

  • Attend a Ramleela performance or walk along the Ram Ki Paidi at sunset.

Souvenir Tip: Pick up Ayodhya-themed mementoes and handmade idols from local stalls.

Overnight Stay: Same hotel in Ayodhya

Day 6: Departure from Ayodhya Airport

After breakfast:

  • Transfer to Ayodhya Airport for your onward journey with a heart full of divine blessings and cultural memories.