Here’s a sample itinerary for a 4-night, 5-day tour package covering Varanasi, Prayagraj, and Ayodhya:
Day 1: Arrival in Varanasi
- Arrival at Varanasi Airport/Railway Station.
- Transfer to the hotel and check-in.
- After some rest, proceed for an evening visit to the ghats of River Ganges to witness the famous Ganga Aarti ceremony.
- Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Varanasi.
Day 2: Varanasi Sightseeing
- Early morning, embark on a boat ride on the River Ganges to witness the mesmerizing sunrise and the morning rituals along the ghats.
- Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most sacred temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
- Explore other significant temples in Varanasi like Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, Durga Temple, and Tulsi Manas Temple.
- In the afternoon, visit the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) and its famous Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum.
- Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Varanasi.
Day 3: Varanasi to Prayagraj
- Check out from the hotel after breakfast.
- Proceed to Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad), which is approximately 125 kilometers from Varanasi, a journey of about 3 hours.
- Upon arrival in Prayagraj, check-in at the hotel.
- Visit the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of three rivers: the Ganges, the Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati.
- Explore other attractions like Allahabad Fort, Anand Bhavan, and Khusro Bagh.
- Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Prayagraj.
Day 4: Prayagraj to Ayodhya
- Check out from the hotel after breakfast.
- Drive to Ayodhya, which is approximately 170 kilometers from Prayagraj, a journey of about 4 hours.
- Upon arrival in Ayodhya, check-in at the hotel.
- Visit Ram Janmabhoomi, the birthplace of Lord Rama, and explore other significant temples in Ayodhya like Hanuman Garhi, Kanak Bhawan, and Nageshwarnath Temple.
- Optionally, you can also visit the Saryu River ghats for a serene experience.
- Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Ayodhya.
Day 5: Departure
- After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
- Depending on your departure time, you can explore local markets for souvenir shopping or visit any remaining attractions in Ayodhya.
- Later, you’ll be transferred to the airport/railway station for your onward journey.