Here’s a suggested itinerary for a 5-night, 6-day tour package covering Varanasi, Prayagraj, Ayodhya, and Bodhgaya:
Day 1: Arrival in Varanasi
- Arrival at Varanasi Airport/Railway Station.
- Transfer to the hotel and check-in.
- After some rest, visit the ghats of River Ganges to witness the famous Ganga Aarti ceremony in the evening.
- Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Day 2: Varanasi Sightseeing
- Early morning, enjoy a boat ride on the River Ganges to witness the sunrise and morning rituals along the ghats.
- Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and other significant temples like Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, Durga Temple, and Tulsi Manas Temple.
- Explore the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) and Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum.
- Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Day 3: Varanasi to Prayagraj
- After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
- Drive to Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad), approximately 125 kilometers from Varanasi, taking about 3 hours.
- Visit the Triveni Sangam, Allahabad Fort, Anand Bhavan, and Khusro Bagh.
- Overnight stay in Prayagraj.
Day 4: Prayagraj to Ayodhya
- After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
- Drive to Ayodhya, approximately 170 kilometers from Prayagraj, taking about 4 hours.
- Visit Ram Janmabhoomi, Hanuman Garhi, Kanak Bhawan, Nageshwarnath Temple, and other temples.
- Overnight stay in Ayodhya.
Day 5: Ayodhya to Bodhgaya
- After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
- Drive to Bodhgaya, approximately 380 kilometers from Ayodhya, taking about 7-8 hours.
- Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel.
- Visit Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi Tree, Great Buddha Statue, and other significant Buddhist sites.
- Overnight stay in Bodhgaya.
Day 6: Bodhgaya Departure
- After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
- Depending on your departure time, visit any remaining attractions in Bodhgaya or do some last-minute shopping.
- You’ll be transferred to the airport/railway station for your onward journey.