Day 1: Arrival in Varanasi
Morning:
Arrive at Varanasi Airport or Varanasi Railway Station. After checking in at your hotel, take some time to freshen up and relax.
Afternoon:
Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Then, explore the narrow lanes of the old city, bustling with various shops and street food.
Evening:
Witness the Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat, a mesmerizing ritual performed at the banks of the Ganges.
Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 2: Varanasi Sightseeing
Early Morning:
Enjoy a boat ride on the Ganges to see the sunrise and observe the rituals performed by pilgrims on the ghats.
Then, visit the Assi Ghat and Tulsi Manas Temple.
Breakfast:
Return to the hotel for breakfast.
Late Morning:
Visit Sarnath where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon. Explore the Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, and Sarnath Museum.
Afternoon:
Visit Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Bharat Kala Bhavan, and the New Vishwanath Temple.
Evening:
Explore the local markets for some shopping and then return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 3: Varanasi to Ayodhya
Morning:
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Ayodhya (approximately 4-5 hours).
Afternoon:
Arrive in Ayodhya and check into your hotel. Afterwards, visit Ram Janmabhoomi, the birthplace of Lord Rama, and explore Hanuman Garhi, Kanak Bhawan, and Ramkatha Park.
Evening:
Enjoy the serene atmosphere at the ghats of the Sarayu River. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 4: Ayodhya to Prayagraj
Morning:
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Prayagraj (approximately 4-5 hours).
Afternoon:
Arrive in Prayagraj and check into the hotel. Visit the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers. Explore the Allahabad Fort, Anand Bhavan, and Khusro Bagh.
Evening:
Visit the Akshaya Vat and Patalpuri Temple within the Allahabad Fort. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 5: Prayagraj to Varanasi (Departure)
Morning:
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive back to Varanasi (approximately 3-4 hours).
Afternoon:
Arrive in Varanasi. Depending on your departure time, you can visit some remaining attractions or do some last-minute shopping.
Evening:
Transfer to the Varanasi Airport or Varanasi Railway Station for your onward journey.
