Varanasi Sarnath Bodhgaya Prayagraj Ayodhya Tour

6 Nights / 7 Days

Package price : ₹40,000/- Per Person

Varanasi Sarnath Bodhgaya Prayagraj Ayodhya Tour

Package Overview Itinerary Inclusion & Exclusion Tips for Travellers FAQs Cancellation & Refund Policy

Package Overview

Coverage Area : Varanasi - Sarnath - Bodhgaya - Prayag (Allahabad) - Ayodhya

The Varanasi-Sarnath-Bodhgaya tour offers a spiritual journey through key destinations in India's Buddhist heritage. Begin in Varanasi, one of the world's oldest cities, exploring its ghats, temples, and the sacred Ganges River. Visit Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. Next, travel to Bodhgaya, home to the iconic Mahabodhi Temple, where Buddha achieved enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. This tour combines rich history, spirituality, and cultural immersion, providing a deep connection to India's religious traditions.

Itinerary
Day 01: Varanasi Arrivals + Ganga Aarti
Day 02: Varanasi – Morning Boat Ride – Sarnath (15 KM 0.5 hr) - Temple Tour
Day 03: Varanasi – Bodhgaya (300 Kms 6 Hrs)
Day 04: Bodhgaya-Gaya-Varanasi (300 Kms 6 Hrs)
Day 05: Varanasi- Ayodhya (250KM - 5 hrs)
Day 06: Ayodhya- Allahabad (200KM - 4 hrs)
Day 07: Allahabad – drop to Allahabad/Varanasi

Itinerary

Pickup from Airport/Railway station and check in to the Hotel. In the evening, get ready to experience one of the most memorable moments of your life, as you will be taken to the River Ganges. Enjoy Ganga Aarti. Get a glimpse of the spiritualism at the Ganga Ghats (river front).Can enjoy the Ganga Aarti on Boat (optional and at your own cost). Night stay at Hotel in Varanasi.

Early in the morning, we will be taken for a boat ride on the Ganges. It is a mystical and spiritual experience as you watch people offering water to the Sun God and devotees taking holy dip in the Ganges. We will visit all the famous Ghats of Varanasi via boat. Later visit the most religious Kashi Vishwanath temple, Annapurna Temple, the Bharat Mata temple, Sankat Mochan(Hanuman temple), Manas Mandir, BHU. Come back to the hotel for breakfast.

Later in noon, we will be taken for an excursion to Sarnath. Sarnath is the place where Buddha delivered his first sermon to his disciples. The attractions at Sarnath are the Buddha temples, the Dhamekha stupa, Chaukhandi stupa and the archaeological museum.

In the evening, have leisure time for shopping in Varanasi (optional and on your own). Night stay at Hotel in Varanasi.

After Breakfast transfer to Bodhgaya Check in Hotel. Later Visit Lord Buddha Temple (Maha Bodhi temple), Bodhi Tree, Buddha Statue Covers other sightseeing places Sita Kund, Janki temple and Overnight stay at Hotel in Bodhgaya.

After Breakfast transfer to Gaya (12 Kms).Visit Vishnu Temples, Vishnupad Temple is sacred among is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. According to believers and religious texts, the footprints inside the temple are those of Lord Vishnu. Visit the Japanese Temple, Chinese Temple, Tibetan Temple, Phalguna River and drive to Varanasi. Overnight stay at Hotel in Varanasi.

After early breakfast, we proceed to Ajodhya. Full day sightseeing of Ayodhya city. Ayodhya - a very holy city and is an important pilgrimage site. Lord Rama was born and had many of his pastimes here. It is said to have once had a perimeter of 96 miles and was the capital of Kosala. It is on the banks of the Saryu River, which is considered highly sacred by pilgrims who take a ritual bath. On the right bank of the river Ghagra or Saryu, as it is called within sacred precincts, stands the holy city of Ayodhya, believed to be the birth place of lord Rama, the seventh incarnation of lord Vishnu. Ayodhya during ancient times was known as Kosaldesa. The Atharvaveda describes it as "a city built by gods and being as prosperous as paradise itself". The illustrious Ikshvaku of the solar clan (suryavamsha) was the ruling dynasty of this region. Ayodhya is pre-eminently a city of temples yet, all the places of worship here are not only of religion. At Ayodhya several religions have grown and prospered simultaneously and also at different periods of time in the past. Remnants of Buddhism, Jainism and Islam can still be found in Ayodhya. According to Jain belief, five tirthankaras were born at Ayodhya, including Adinath (Rishabhadeva), the 1st tirthankar. Night stay in a Hotel in Ayodhya.

Summary :

1. Lord Rama birth place

2. Saryu River bathing

After breakfast , we drove to Allahabad. Check-in to Hotel have lunch and then proceed to see the Sangam (Meeting point) of the three rivers - Ganga, Yamuna & Saraswati. Sangam - overlooked by the eastern ramparts of the fort, wide flood plains and muddy banks protrude towards the sacred Sangam. At the point at which the brown Ganges meets the Greenish Yamuna, pandas (priests) perch on small platforms to perform puja and assist the devout in their ritual ablutions in the shallow waters. Covers other spots in Allahabad like Hanuman Temple, Anand Bhavan - one of the country’s best-running museums in memory of Jawahar Lal Nehru. Swaraj Bhawan -the house where the former Prime Minister of India Mrs. Indira Gandhi was born . Night stay at Allahabad.

Note : Have option to come back to Varanasi by boat (Sailing tour)

Summary :

1. Sangan bath

2. Hanuman Temple

3. Anand Bhavan, Swaraj Bhavan

After Breakfast, I have leisure time in the morning. Later drop to the airport/Railway station with a pleasant memory of a holy trip.

Inclusion & Exclusion

Package Include-:

• Cost as per Mentioned Itinerary only.

• Commercial vehicle which Includes all Tax, Toll tax, Parking, Driver night charges

• Pickup and Drop to/from Railway station/Airport

• Hotel as per selected above with CP plan (Twin sharing room with Complimentary Breakfast)

• One Boat ride for about 45 min which covers all major Ghats of Varanasi ( At time of morning sunrise / evening sunset).

Package Exclude-:

• Any personal expenditure like tip, Pooja etc.

• Any other boat ride, Guide charges

• Any Entrance fee

• Any Train/Flights

• GST as 5 % ( As per Indian government norms)

Note:

• Any deviation in itinerary will change the above proposed cost.

• For 3,5,7,9… pax(Odd number) - One room will be triple sharing

• Child below 5 is complimentary

• Children from 6-12 will be charged 70% of adult cost and Room will be shared by an existing room with an extra bed.

• Children of 12 + are treated as adults.

Tips for Travellers for Planning their Tour

Cancellation & Refund Policy

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Child Policy

Child Below 5 Years. Complimentary.
Child 5 -12 Years. with and Without Extra Bed will be chargeable.
Child 12-18 Years. Will Be Considered As An Adult With Extra Bed.

Cancellation Charges/ Refund Policy

Written Cancellation by email on the official email id info@ntpgroups.com or letter to the office address will be considered for the refunds and cancellation with the following cancellation (deduction) and refund policy.

Cancellation Policy

45 days or more prior to the departure Rs.10,000
45-30 days prior to the departure 35% of the tour cost
30-15 days prior to the departure 50% of the tour cost
Within 5 Days of Departure 100% of the Tour Cost

Refund Policy: All the refunds are settled in 30 days from the written cancellation received by our office

For More Booking, Cancellation & Refund Policies, please refer to the terms and conditions of NTP Tourism Affairs Limited.

FAQs

The Varanasi Sarnath Bodhgaya Prayagraj Ayodhya Tour is a spiritual and cultural journey covering some of the most important pilgrimage destinations in North India. The tour includes Varanasi, Sarnath, Bodhgaya, Gaya, Ayodhya and Prayagraj, combining Hindu and Buddhist heritage, temples, sacred rivers, ghats and historical attractions.

The tour is planned for 6 Nights and 7 Days. The itinerary includes sightseeing and overnight stays in Varanasi, Bodhgaya, Ayodhya and Prayagraj.

The tour covers: Varanasi Sarnath Bodhgaya Gaya Ayodhya Prayagraj (Allahabad) Major attractions include Ganga Ghats, Ganga Aarti, Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Sarnath Buddhist sites, Mahabodhi Temple, Vishnupad Temple, Ram Janmabhoomi, Saryu River and Triveni Sangam.

The Varanasi sightseeing programme includes a morning Ganga boat ride, major ghats, Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Annapurna Temple, Bharat Mata Temple, Sankat Mochan Temple, Manas Mandir and Banaras Hindu University. The evening Ganga Aarti is also one of the highlights of the tour.

Yes. Sarnath is included in the itinerary. Visitors can explore important Buddhist attractions such as Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, Buddhist temples and the Archaeological Museum.

Bodhgaya is one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage destinations. The tour includes the Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi Tree, Buddha Statue and other important Buddhist temples. The itinerary also includes a visit to Gaya and Vishnupad Temple.

Yes. Ayodhya is included on Day 5 of the itinerary. The sightseeing programme focuses on the spiritual and religious importance of Ayodhya, including the sacred Saryu River and important pilgrimage sites.

Yes. Prayagraj is included in the final part of the tour. Guests visit Triveni Sangam, where the Ganga, Yamuna and traditionally revered Saraswati are believed to meet, along with Hanuman Temple, Anand Bhavan and Swaraj Bhavan.

Yes. The package includes one approximately 45-minute boat ride covering major ghats of Varanasi. Additional boat rides are not included and may be arranged at an extra cost.

Yes. The itinerary includes an evening visit to the Ganga Ghats to experience the famous Ganga Aarti. A boat-based view of the Aarti can be arranged optionally at an additional cost.

The package includes hotel accommodation on a twin-sharing basis with a complimentary breakfast, as per the selected hotel category and package inclusions.

Yes. Pickup and drop from/to the airport or railway station are included as mentioned in the package itinerary.

Yes. Transportation by commercial vehicle is included according to the itinerary, including applicable taxes, toll tax, parking and driver night charges.

The best time to visit Varanasi, Sarnath, Bodhgaya, Ayodhya and Prayagraj is generally from October to March, when the weather is more comfortable for sightseeing and temple visits. Festival periods can be especially busy.

Yes. The itinerary can be customized according to your travel dates, number of travellers, hotel category, transportation requirements and additional sightseeing. Any change in the itinerary may affect the package cost.

Yes. The tour can be suitable for families and senior citizens because it combines road transportation, hotel stays and sightseeing. However, some temples, ghats and pilgrimage areas may involve walking or steps, so comfortable footwear is recommended.

Travellers should carry comfortable walking shoes, modest clothing suitable for temple visits, personal medicines if required, sunscreen, a hat, drinking water, identification documents and a small day bag.

Entrance fees and certain guide charges are not included in the package unless specifically mentioned in the inclusions. Personal expenses, puja expenses and additional activities are also payable separately.

No. Flight and train tickets are not included in the standard package unless specifically added to a customized tour plan.

Children below 5 years can travel complimentary according to the package policy. Children between 6 and 12 years are charged according to the applicable child rate, while children above 12 years are generally treated as adults.

The package price shown on the website is ₹40,000 per person, subject to the selected arrangements and applicable taxes. The final cost may vary depending on hotel category, group size, travel dates and itinerary changes.

Yes. International tourists and NRIs can request a customized package. Transportation, accommodation, sightseeing and other services can be planned according to their requirements.

You can submit an enquiry with your travel dates, number of passengers, pickup location and other requirements. A travel expert can then prepare and confirm the package according to your requirements.

Cancellation charges depend on how many days before departure the booking is cancelled. The current package policy specifies different deductions based on the cancellation period, so travellers should check the applicable cancellation and refund terms before confirming the booking.

This tour combines some of North India's most important spiritual and cultural destinations in one itinerary. It is ideal for travellers interested in Hindu pilgrimage, Buddhist heritage, temples, sacred rivers, historical places and India's rich spiritual traditions.

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