6 Days Uttar Pradesh (Varanasi, Prayagraj, Ayodhya, Lucknow)

Day 1: Arrival In Varanasi & Evening Ganga Aarti

Meal: Dinner
Arrival at Varanasi Airport / Railway Station.

Upon arrival transfer to hotel. Kashi is the oldest city in the world, Kashi is also known as Varanasi. Varanasi is so pure that even a dip in the River Ganges, is believed to wash away all the sins. The city is known to be the land of Moksh (Salvation). Experience the spiritual evening Ganga Aarti ceremony in holy River Ganga at Dashaswemedh Ghat. Evening Ganga Aarti is one of the five rituals performed regularly for the worship of Holy River Ganga in Varanasi. After visit transfer to hotel.

Overnight Stay in Varanasi

Day 2: Varanasi Full Day Sightseeing

Meal: Breakfast | Dinner
Early morning take holy dip bath of the holy River Ganga. After that proceed for full day Varanasi sightseeing start from Kalbhairav Temple: It is known as the most ancient temple of Varanasi located near the VishesharGanj. God Kal Bhairav is believed to be the “Kotwal of Sati pind”. Without his permission no one can even touch to the Sati pind. After that visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple: The Kashi Vishwanath temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva, and it is the most important temple in Varanasi. Mentioned in Skanda Purana, it is as old as the city and a significant pilgrimage for millions of Hindus. After visit back to hotel for breakfast. After breakfast visit Tulsi Manas Mandir: Another famous temple in the city, the Tulsi Manas Mandir is known for its historical and cultural importance rather than religious affiliations. After that visit Annapurna Temple: Annapurna temple is dedicated to the Annapurna or Annapoorna Mata, the Goddess of Food or the Goddess of Nourishment (Anna means food and Purna means complete or full), Mata Parvati. Visit Durga Mata Mandir: Dedicated to Goddess Durga, the Durga Mata Mandir is an important temple dedicated to a female goddess. Constructed in the 18th century, it is believed that the goddess idol was not made by humans but appeared on its own. After that visit Sankat Mochan Temple: The second most visited temple in Varanasi after Kashi Vishwanath, the Sankat Mochan Temple is devoted to Lord Hanuman. Situated on the Assi river banks, Goswami Tulsidas established the temple in the early 16th century. Then visit Banaras Hindu University (BHU): The Banaras Hindu University (BHU), a premier educational institute in India, lies in Varanasi. After visit drive back to hotel.

Overnight Stay in Varanasi

Day 3: Varanasi – Vindhyachal – Prayagraj

Meal: Breakfast | Dinner
Breakfast at hotel, after breakfast check-out from hotel & drive to Prayagraj. En-route visit Vindhyachal (Shakti Peeth) - Vindhyachal Temple, also known as Maa Vindhyavasini Temple and Vindhyachal Dham, is a Hindu temple dedicated to the mother goddess Vindhyavasini, situated on the bank of river Ganga. It is one of the Shakti Pitha temples in India. After darshan continue drive to Prayagraj. Upon arrival transfer to hotel & check-in. After fresh & up proceed to visit Triveni Sangam (Confluence of 03 Holy Rivers Ganga, Yamuna & inside Saraswati) & take a holy bath at Triveni Sangam. After that visit Hanuman Temple: Popularly known as Lette Hanuman Mandir, Bade Hanuman Temple. This temple is an underground pit that houses a huge lying idol of Hanumanji, which is six to seven feet below the ground. This is the only Lord Hanuman temple in the world where the idol is in a reclining position. Then visit Akshayavat: Akshayavata, also rendered Akshayavat, is a sacred fig tree mentioned in the Hindu religion. Akshayavat is the immortal tree in Prayagraj. Then proceed to visit Anand Bhawan: Formerly known as Swaraj Bhavan, Anand Bhawan happened to be the ancestral mansion of the Nehru family. Anand Bhawan is the former residence of Nehru family which has now been transformed into a museum showcasing various artefacts and articles of the era of Independence movement in India. The double-storey mansion was personally designed by Motilal Nehru. After visit back to hotel.

Overnight Stay in Prayagraj

Day 4: Prayagraj – Ayodhya & Sightseeing

Meal: Breakfast | Dinner
Breakfast at hotel, after breakfast check-out from hotel & drive to Ayodhya. Upon arrival transfer to hotel & check-in. After fresh & up reach Shri Nageshwar Nath Mandir: the temple of Nageshwarnath is said to have been established by Kush, the son of Rama. Legend is that Kush lost his armlet, while bathing in the Saryu, which was picked up by a Nag-Kanya, who fell in love with him. As she was a devotee of Shiva, Kush erected this temple for her. Then proceed to visit Shri Hanuman Garhi Mandir: Hanuman Garhi is a 10th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Lord 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. Then visit Shri Ram Mandir: (Shri Ram Janmabhoomi) is believed to have been the birthplace of the Hindu deity, Lord Ram, a principal deity of Hinduism. According to the Indian epic Ramayan, Ram, Lord Vishnu's seventh manifestation, is said to have grown up along Ayodhya's river Sarayu. The Ram Janmabhoomi is a highly revered site for Hindu devotees. After that proceed to visit Dashrath Bhavan: is the original residence of King Dashrath- the ruler of Ayodhya and father to Lord Sri Ram. Popularly known as Bada Asthan or Badi Jagah, Dashrath Mahal houses magnificent shrines of King Ram. It is situated 50m away from Hanuman Garhi. Then visit Kanak Bhawan, also meaning Golden Palace, 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. It is believed that this shrine was gifted to Rama and Sita by the former's stepmother, Kaikeyi. After darshan drive back to hotel.

Overnight Stay in Ayodhya

Day 5: Ayodhya – Naimisharanya – Lucknow

Meal: Breakfast | Dinner
After breakfast check-out from hotel & drive to Naimisharanya: is replete with temples like Chakratirth, Dadhichi Kund, Dashashwamedha Ghat, Yvasa Gaddi, Hanuman Garhi, Lalita Devi Temple & Pandav Qila. There are also kunds/ponds, sacred spots, a ghat and a fort that enhances the charming silhouette of Naimisharanya. After sightseeing continue drive to Lucknow. Upon arrival transfer to hotel & check-in.

Overnight Stay in Lucknow

Day 6: Lucknow sightseeing + Departure

Meal: Breakfast
After breakfast proceed to visit Chota Imambada: Chota Imambara, also known as Imambara Hussainabad Mubarak is an imposing monument. The Chota Imambara is a masterpiece of architecture, and the chandeliers adorning it given its nickname, the Palace of Lights. These chandeliers, which the Nawab imported from Belgium, are lit up for major occasions like Muharram. It is one of the top attractions in Lucknow. Bada Imambada: The Bara Imambara of Lucknow is one of the most famous monuments in the city. The Imambara is primarily known for its incredible maze, known as Bhul Bhulaiya locally, which is located on the upper floor of the monument. Then visit Rumi Darwaza: A gateway called the Rumi Darwaza is between the Bara Imambara and the Chota Imambara. One of the rare remaining specimens of Awadhi architecture, it has a large, sixty-foot-tall doorway. This gate is named after Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi, a well-known Muslim Sufi mystic from the thirteenth century. After sightseeing explore Local Market: Known for its exotic jewelry, accessories, ittar (the local perfumes), toys, lampshades, dry fruits, fresh fruits, bags, apparels, fabric, traditional Nagra footwear, Chikankari suits, and handicrafts.

After shopping transfer to Lucknow Airport / Railway station for your onward destination.

End Tour