Uttar Pradesh
Varanasi & Ayodhya
Varanasi & Ayodhya tour package · 4 nights / 5 days
The ghats at dawn, the Ganga Aarti at dusk, Sarnath, and on to Ayodhya.
- Duration
- 4 nights / 5 days
- Best time
- October to March.
- Ideal for
- Pilgrimage, cultural and photography travellers
This Varanasi & Ayodhya tour package is a 4-night, 5-day itinerary in Uttar Pradesh. The best time to go is October to March. It suits pilgrimage, cultural and photography travellers. World Destinations, a travel agency in Mumbai, plans it end to end — flights, hotels, transfers and sightseeing — and prices it on your dates.
Varanasi & Ayodhya tour highlights
- Sunrise boat along the ghats
- Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh
- Sarnath, where the Buddha first taught
- Ram Mandir at Ayodhya
Day-wise itinerary
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Day 1
Arrive Varanasi
Transfer to your hotel near the ghats. Evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat, watched from a boat on the water.
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Day 2
Varanasi at dawn
A boat along the ghats as the city wakes, then a walk through the old lanes to Kashi Vishwanath. Afternoon at Sarnath.
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Day 3
Varanasi to Ayodhya
Drive to Ayodhya. Afternoon darshan at the Ram Mandir, then Hanuman Garhi and the Saryu ghats.
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Day 4
Ayodhya and Prayagraj
Kanak Bhawan in the morning, then on to Prayagraj for the Triveni Sangam if your schedule allows.
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Day 5
Depart
Transfer to Varanasi or Lucknow airport for your flight.
Inclusions
- Two boat rides at Varanasi — sunrise and the evening aarti
- Assistance with darshan arrangements
- Accommodation in the stated hotel category on twin-sharing basis
- Daily breakfast; other meals as noted in the itinerary
- All transfers and sightseeing by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Driver allowance, fuel, tolls, parking and interstate permits
- Monument and activity entry fees where listed as included
- All applicable taxes on the services provided by us
- 24/7 on-trip support from your World Destinations planner
Exclusions
- Special or VIP darshan tickets, which are subject to temple rules on the day
- Priest offerings and donations
- Airfare and train fare unless quoted separately
- Lunches and dinners not mentioned in the inclusions
- Personal expenses — laundry, telephone, minibar, tips and porterage
- Camera fees, optional activities and anything not listed as included
- Travel insurance and medical costs
- Any increase in government taxes or fuel surcharge after booking
- Costs arising from delays, roadblocks, weather or events beyond our control
Varanasi & Ayodhya: common questions
When is the best time to visit Varanasi & Ayodhya?
The best time to visit Varanasi & Ayodhya is October to March.
How many days do you need in Varanasi & Ayodhya?
We plan the Varanasi & Ayodhya trip over 4 nights and 5 days, which covers the full day-by-day route on this page. With fewer days we shorten the route rather than cram it, and with more we add stops — tell us your dates and we adjust it.
What is included in the Varanasi & Ayodhya tour package?
Included in the Varanasi & Ayodhya package: Two boat rides at Varanasi — sunrise and the evening aarti; Assistance with darshan arrangements; Accommodation in the stated hotel category on twin-sharing basis; Daily breakfast; other meals as noted in the itinerary. Not included: Special or VIP darshan tickets, which are subject to temple rules on the day; Priest offerings and donations; Airfare and train fare unless quoted separately. The full inclusions and exclusions are listed above.
Who is the Varanasi & Ayodhya trip best for?
The Varanasi & Ayodhya trip suits pilgrimage, cultural and photography travellers. The itinerary here is a starting point, and the route can be changed to suit your group.
How much does a Varanasi & Ayodhya trip cost?
There is no fixed price for Varanasi & Ayodhya: World Destinations quotes each trip against live airline and hotel rates for your dates, party size and hotel category. Season, hotel category and flights from Mumbai move the cost most. Send your dates on WhatsApp or call +91 9167919191 for a full costing.
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