Overview:
Duration- 6 Nights / 7 Days
Places- Delhi-Varanasi-Vidhyachal-Prayagraj-Chitrakoot-Ayodhya-Delhi
Mode of Transportation- Flight and Private vehicle with experienced English speaking chauffer
Meals- Full meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Tour Manager- Available at your service right from your arrival till departure
Tour Guide- Local tour guide will be made available at all the locations
Inclusions- Everything except expense of personal nature like laundry, entry fee of camera etcetera
Hotel Category- Category of your choice. We recommend palatial / boutique properties wherever available
Itinerary:
Day 1– Arrival Delhi
A very warm welcome to India’s capital city!!! Upon arrival you will be welcomed by your English-speaking tour manager and chauffer. Tour manager will help you with hotel check in and discuss the tour details. Depending upon your flight timings local excursions can be planned for the day.
Today’s Excursion- It will depend upon guest’s time of arrival in Delhi
Night stay- Delhi
Day 2– Delhi Sightseeing
Post breakfast at hotel, we will embark on a full day city tour. We will cover / pass through all the below listed places of importance. You have option to add / omit places.
Today’s Excursion-
Qutub Minar- Built in 1193, it is the tallest minaret in the world built of bricks. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The compound also has an iron pillar famous for the rust-resistant composition and is an excellent specimen of ancient metallurgy
Humayun Tomb- The tomb of Humayun construction was completed in 1572. The building was the first to use its unique combination of red sandstone and white marble. The tomb was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Agrasen Ki Baoli- Agrasen Ki Baoli is a 60-meter long and 15-meter wide historical stepwell built in 14 th century.
Jama Masjid- It was built between 1650 and 1656.At the time of its construction, it was the largest mosque in the Indian subcontinent. The mosque predominantly uses red sandstone & Black marble. The courtyard can accommodate 25,000 worshippers.
Red Fort- The Red Fort historically served as the main residence of the Mughal emperors. Its design is credited to architect Ustad Ahmad Lahori, who also constructed the Taj Mahal. It was completed in 1648. The World Heritage Convention characterises the Red Fort as representing “The Zenith of Mughal Creativity”
Raj Ghat- It is a black marble platform that marks the spot of Mahatma Gandhi’s cremation. It is on the west bank of the Yamuna River
Rickshaw Ride- The Old Delhi Rickshaw Tour is special as it is royal and regal. Hop on board our cushy rickshaws and explore the Mughal-built Walled City in a comfortable, eco-friendly and adventurous way. This tour is a mix of Old Delhi Heritage and culture. Immerse yourself in this enigmatic experience and have the best of this Old City.
Drive through / Photo stop- President house / Parliament house / India Gate
Night stay- Delhi
Day 3– Delhi to Varanasi (Flight / 1.30 hours)
Post breakfast at your hotel we will leave for Delhi Airport to board flight to Varanasi.
Upon arrival check in and relax for a while before we proceed for local tour.
Today’s Excursion-
River Ganga Aarti- Ganga Aarti (ritual of offering prayer to the Ganges River) is held daily at dusk. Several priests perform this ritual by carrying lamps sway it choreographed movement. Special aartis are held on Tuesdays and on religious festivals. The Ganga Aarti starts soon after sunset and lasts for about 45 minutes.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple- It is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is a Hindu pilgrimage site and is one of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines. The presiding deity is known by the names Vishwanath and Vishweshwara literally meaning Lord of the Universe.
Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple- It is a Hindu temple dedicated to the Hindu God Hanuman. The temple was established by famous Hindu preacher and poet saint Sri Goswami Tulsidas in the early 16th century and is situated on the banks of the Assi river. The deity was named “Sankat Mochan” meaning the “reliever from troubles”. This temple has the unique distinction of having Lord Hanuman facing his Lord, Rama, whom he worshipped with steadfast and selfless devotion.
River Cruise- Enjoy boat ride on the Ganges when it is full of pilgrims is an amazing place to witness the living traditions of one of the world’s oldest and most important religions. While on the boat you may also see the cremation ceremonies of dead bodies as per Hindu Rituals.
Rickshaw Ride- Enjoy the narrow lanes and crowded street of city on the Rickshaw. You will come across various ancient temples.
Night stay- Varanasi
Day 4– Varanasi to Vindhyachal to Prayagraj (100 Miles / 3.30 hours)
Today we will start early, we will embark on our pilgrimage journey to Prayagraj enroute taking darshan of Vindhyachal Temple.
Today’s Excursion-
Vindhyachal- The temple of Vindhyavasini, who had incarnated to kill the demon Mahishasura. It is a renowned religious city dedicated to the goddess Vindhyavasini (daughter of Yashoda-Nanda). Vindhyavasini is believed to be the instant bestower of benediction. The Vindhyavasini Devi Temple is situated on the banks of the holy river Ganga. It is one of the most revered Siddhapeeths of Vindhyavasini.
Sangam- The Triveni Sangam in Allahabad is a confluence of 3 rivers, the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati. Of these three, the river Saraswati is invisible and is said to flow underground and join the other two rivers from below. It is believed that all the gods come in human form to take a dip at the Sangam and expiate sins. The Triveni Sangam is believed to be the same place where drops of Nectar fell from the pitcher, from the hands of the gods. So, it is believed that a bath in the Sangam will wash away one’s sins and will clear the way to heaven.
Lete Hanuman Temple- Close to the Sangam is another attraction the Bade Hanumanji Temple. Also known as Lete Hanuman Temple, it enshrines a 20-ft-long idol of the deity, in a supine or reclining position. It is the only temple of its kind in the world where Lord Hanuman is worshipped in this position.
Night stay- Prayagraj
Day 5– Prayagraj to Chitrakoot to Prayagraj (160 Miles / 6 hours)
Post breakfast in hotel, we will embark on our day trip to Chitrakoot.
Today’s Excursion-
Chitrakoot- Chitrakoot means the ‘Hill of many wonders’. It is here where Rama’s brother Bharata fails to persuade Rama to return to Ayodhya to become king at the very start of his exile. It is where Rama performed the last rites of his dead father Dasharatha in the presence of all the gods and goddesses. The forests of Chitrakuta are where Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana took refuge and spent 11 years in the woods, which was already home to several hermits. The ancient Indian sages, including Atri, Agastya, and Sharabhanga, were said to have meditated in the forests of Chitrakuta. It is also believed that the principal gods of Hindus, (Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva) took incarnations here. This divine city has numerous places of great religious importance like Bharat Milap Temple, Hanuman Dhara, Janki Kund and much more.
Night stay- Prayagraj
Day 6– Prayagraj to Ayodhya (110 Miles / 3 hours)
Post breakfast at your hotel embark on our journey to Ayodhya.
Today’s Excursion-
Ram Janmabhoomi- The Ram Janmabhoomi 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- 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 northeastern corner of the Ram Janmabhoomi. 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.
Treta Ke Thakur- The Treta Ke Thakur Temple houses numerous idols including that of Lord Ram, Sita, Lakshman, Hanuman, Bharat and Sugreev. These statues are said to have been sculpted out of a single black sandstone.
Choti Chawni- Also known as Valmiki Bhawan or Maniramdas Chawni, Choti Chawni is a magnificent structure completely crafted out of white marble.
Sita ki Rasoi- Sita ki Rasoi is believed to be an ancient kitchen used by goddess Sita. Built quite close to the Ram Janmabhoomi, this sacred site is now a temple housing some exhibit vessels.
Night stay- Ayodhya
Day 7– Ayodhya to Delhi (Flight / 1 hour)
Post breakfast at your hotel, we will leave for Airport to board flight to Delhi for your onward journey.
Night stay- Delhi (
Depending upon your onward journey)
Note: This is just a time bound sample itinerary indicative of how and what all could be explored. We can customise the tour as per your requirements. Set your expectations and we will offer memorable experience. Please reach out to us for personalised holiday experience.
Inclusions-
All Meals- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation for 6 Nights / 7 Days
All mode of domestic transportation
All the entry tickets
English speaking tour guide at all the locations
Boat Ride & Rickshaw Ride
Exclusions-
International flight
Travel insurance
Any service / activity not mentioned in Itinerary
Expense of personal nature like laundry, entry tickets for camera etcetera
Optional activities