3 Nights 4 Days Varanasi with Ayodhya

Day by day

Your route, one day at a time

1. D1
   Day 1 — Arrival Varanasi by Flight / TrainBreakfast

   

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   Upon arrival meet & greet at Varanasi Airport/Railway Station and transfer to Hotel. Varanasi or Banaras (also known as Kashi) is one of the oldest living cities in the world. Varanasi`s Prominence in Hindu mythology is virtually unrevealed. Mark Twain, the English author and literature, who was enthralled by the legend and sanctity of Banaras, once older than tradition, older even than legend and looks twice as old as all of them put together." Abode of Lord Shiva and Parvati, the origins of Varanasi are yet unknown. Ganges in Varanasi is believed to have the power to wash away the sins of mortals. Check into the hotel upon arrival. Later in the evening, proceed to visit the evening Ganga Aarti at the Ghat. Every evening, Ganga Aarti is carried out in three holy cities in India. They are Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Varanasi. All three of them have different vibes and energies. It is said that you should be a part of all three arts once in your lifetime. The Aarti is always carried out facing the River Ganga. A lot of lamps are lit during the Aarti. They are usually circled out by priests. It is always done clockwise. The Aarti is always accompanied by different songs sung while praising the Ganga. It is believed that the lamps acquire the power of the deity. Staying in a hotel in Varanasi for the night.

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   Day 2 — Varanasi / Prayagraj / Ayodhya by Surface (Approx. 289 Kms / 07 Hrs.)Breakfast

   

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   Early breakfast at hotel. After breakfast, proceed to Prayagraj. Upon arrival proceed for sightseeing tour of Prayagraj. Triveni Sangam is the junction point of three rivers: Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati (which is a mythical river, supposed to have dried up millennia ago). Both the Ganga and the Yamuna are extremely revered rivers in Indian mythology, and hence the confluence point of these rivers has attained extremely high religious importance. Bade Hanuman Mandir is located in the Sangam area of Allahabad. This temple is unique in that it was built underground and has a leaning posture that is 20 feet long and 8 feet wide. Anand Bhawan is the former residence of the Nehru family, which has now been transformed into a museum showcasing various artefacts and articles from the era of the Indian Independence Movement. Allahabad Fort is a splendid work of architecture that was built during the reign of Akbar, the Mughal Emperor, in 1583. The marvellous structure is located on the banks of the confluence of the rivers Ganga and Yamuna and is well-known for being the largest fort ever built by Akbar. After sightseeing tour of Prayagraj, later proceed for Ayodhya. Upon arrival, check into the hotel and spend the night in Ayodhya.

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   Day 3 — Ayodhya / Varanasi by Surface (Approx. 220 Kms / 05 Hrs.)Breakfast

   

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   Breakfast at the hotel in the morning. After breakfast, check out of the hotel and proceed for a sightseeing tour of Ayodhya. Ramjanma Bhoomi: Ramjanma Bhoomi is believed to have been the birthplace of the Hindu deity, Lord Ram. According to the Indian epic Ramayan, Ram, Lord Vishnu's seventh manifestation, is said to have grown up along Ayodhya's river Sarayu. It is a highly revered site for Hindu devotees. Hanuman Garhi: Located in Sai Nagar, Hanuman Garhi is a 10th-century temple dedicated to the Hindu god Hanuman. It is one of the most important temples in Ayodhya, as it is customary to visit Hanuman Garhi before visiting the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. It is believed that Lord Hanuman lived at the temple site, guarding Ayodhya. Kanak Bhawan: The Kanak Bhawan is established towards the north-eastern corner of the Ram Janmabhoomi in Tulsi Nagar. Constructed in 1891, this temple is also known as Sone-ka-Ghar. It is a holy site dedicated to the Hindu deity Lord Rama and his wife, Goddess Sita. Sita Ki Rasoi: Sita Ki Rasoiis believed to be an ancient kitchen used by the goddess Sita herself. Built quite close to the Ram Janmabhoomi, this sacred site is now a temple housing some exhibit vessels. After a sightseeing tour of Ayodhya, continue driving to Varanasi. Upon arrival Check-In at Hotel. Staying at a hotel for the night.

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   Day 4 — Varanasi Morning Sightseeing & DepartureBreakfast

   

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   Early morning boat ride tour will give you the real view of holy Varanasi, where you will see the morning rituals, special features of the various Ghats that you will pass along the way and burning ghat where the dead are cremated. After your boat ride, visit the popular Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Return back to hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, proceed for the temple tour of Varanasi. Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple is situated by the River Assi and was built in the 1900s by the freedom fighter Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya. It is dedicated to Lord Rama and Hanuman. Annapurna Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples (Mandir) in the holy city of Varanasi. This temple has great religious importance in Hinduism and is dedicated to the goddess Annapurna. Annapurna is the Hindu goddess of nourishment and is a form of the goddess Parvati. The current Annapurna Mandir was constructed in the 18th century by Maratha Peshwa Bajirao. Tulsi Manas Mandir is dedicated to Lord Rama and named after the saint poet Tulsi Das. It displays the Shikhara style of architecture and exhibits various inscriptions from the Ram Charit Manas on the walls of the temple. Bharat Mata Mandir is a unique shrine dedicated to our country, Mother India. The temple has no deities, only a relief map of the country carved in marble. The temple was the brainchild of Babu Shiv Prasad Gupta, a freedom fighter. It was built in 1936 and inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi, and has ever since been the only one in the world dedicated to a country. After the Varanasi Temple Tour, transfer to the airport or railway station for your next destination.