Varanasi Allahabad and Ayodhya 07N / 08D

A spiritual loop through Uttar Pradesh’s holiest cities: begin in Varanasi with sunrise boat rides on the Ganga, the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, and the evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat. Head to Prayagraj / Allahabad for the Triveni Sangam where the Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati meet, and the historic Akbar’s Fort and Hanuman Temple. Finish in Ayodhya at Ram Janmabhoomi, Hanuman Garhi, and the ghats along the Sarayu River.

• Day 01 : Arrive Lucknow Airport - Naimisaranya - Ayodhya (230Kms, 5 Hrs drive)

  Scheduled arrive Lucknow Airport, meet our representative who will warmly welcome and depart for Ayodhya via Naimisaranya. Namisairanya, also known as Neemsar is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu located in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is one of the Divya Desams, the 108 temples of Vishnu revered in Nalayira Divya Prabandham by the 12 poet saints. The temple is believed to be of significant antiquity with contributions at different times from the ruling kings. The temple is counted as one of the eight temples of Vishnu that self-manifested and is classified as Swayamvyaktha Kshetra. The temple is open till 6pm. The holy tank Chankra Kunda is associated with the temple and it is a pilgrimage centre where people take a holy dip during festive occasions. Post prayers continue your drive toward Ayodhya. In the evening arrive and check into hotel. Evening witness the Aarti along the River Saryu followed by visit at Hanuman Garhi and Ram Temple. Rest of time free at leisure.
  Overnight stay in Hotel.

• Day 02 : Ayodhya – Sightseeing

  Post breakfast in the hotel explore Ayodhya ,a legendary city of Ayodhya, and as such, is believed to be the birthplace of Rama and setting of the epic Ramayana. Visit Ram Temple followed by Hanuman Garhi, Dashrath Mahal, Tulsi Smarak Bhawan and Brahma Kund etc. Rest of time free at leisure.
  Overnight stay in hotel.

• Day 03 : Ayodhya – Prayagraj (200 Kms, 4 Hrs drive)

  Post breakfast at hotel check out and depart for Prayagraj, located 130Kms away from Varanasi. On reaching check into hotel. Post fresh up visit the Triveni Sangam; confluence of the three Rivers – the Ganges, Yamuna and invisible River Saraswati. Take the holy dip in the river which is supposed to flush away all sins of the devotees and make the way to heaven. Later visit Alfred Park, Allahabad Fort drive pass Allahabad Court & University Khusro Bagh and Kumbha Venue etc. Rest of time free at leisure / own activities.
  Overnight stay in Hotel.

• Day 04 : Prayagraj – Varanasi (130 Kms) + Ganges Aarti

  Take breakfast in the hotel and later check out to depart for Varanasi. On reaching check into hotel. On reaching check into hotel. Rest of time free at leisure. In the evening visit the Ghat of the River Ganges to view the world-famous Ganges Aarti. Back to Hotel.
  Overnight at Hotel.

• Day 05 : Varanasi: Boat ride with sunrise + City Tours

  Early morning visit the banks of the River Ganges to take boat ride (Included) with sunrise. Back to hotel for breakfast. After fresh up proceed for city tour of Varanasi including Vishawanath Nath Temple, kaal bahirav temple, Tulsi Manas temple, Durga temple, Banaras Hindu University and Bharat Temple etc.
  
  In the afternoon visit Sarnath where lord Buddha given his first sermon after getting enlightened at Bodhgaya. Visit Dhamekh Stupa, ruins of Deer Park, Mahabodhi Mahavihar & Sarnath Museum etc. Rest of time free at leisure / shopping.
  Overnight stay in hotel.

• Day 06 : Varanasi – Bodhgaya (240Kms, 5.5/6Hrsn drive)

  Post breakfast at hotel spend time at leisure / shopping . Later in the afternoon depart for Gaya. In the evening arrive and check into hotel.
  Overnight stay in hotel.

• Day 07 : Bodhgaya (Excursion of Gaya for Pind Daan)

  Post morning breakfast proceed for Gaya (15Kms far from Bodhgaya) is well known for Vishnupad Temple is the ancient temple in Gaya. It is a Hindu temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. This temple is located along the Falgu River, marked by a footprint of Lord Vishnu known as Dharmasila, incised into a block of basalt. Here you can perform the rituals in the temple. Whole day free for your own religious activities.
  Overnight stay in hotel.

• Day 08 : Bodhgaya – Airport departure

  Take breakfast at hotel and spend time at leisure / own activities until check out and transfer to airport to board the flight for onward destination.
  Tour Ends with happy memories.