ALLAHABAD – AYODHYA (170 KMS / APPROX. 4 HOURS)

After breakfast, check out and drive to Ayodhya. Ayodhya is the place, which was ruled by Lord Ram, according to legends. Lord Ram was born here and he spent a part of his childhood here. The Ayodhya city is an important pilgrim spot. Gogra River runs along the city and it is said that bathing in the river will wash out even the deadliest sin. Although an important part of Hindu religion, the city had many other religions spreading in it, simultaneously like Jainism, Buddhism and others. According to Jains, the first Tirthankara was born here. Check in to the hotel. Have lunch and rest for some time. Later, get ready to explore the sight-seeing places such as Kanak Bhawan, Moti Mahal and Janki Mahal. In the evening, our representative will take you to the Naya Ghat where you can attend the evening puja and go for a boating ride as well. Overnight in Ayodhaya

AYODHYA – VARANASI (250 KMS / APPROX. 5 HOURS)

After breakfast, check out and drive to Varanasi. Varanasi is a city on the banks of the river Ganga in the Uttar Pradesh state of North India. A major religious hub in India, it is the holiest of the seven sacred cities. Check-in at the hotel upon arrival and have an experience of evening Arti at the Ghats. Overnight stay in Varanasi.

VARANASI SIGHTSEEING

Early morning proceed on a boat tour at the time of sunrise from Dashashwamedh Ghat to Manikarnika Ghat is the most resplendent ride that takes you across heritage of Varanasi. This ride starts when the sun is just about to come up the horizon. On alighting at the burning Ghat you can see various cremation rituals at plage of River Ganges. Visit to next sightseeing Bharat Mata Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple, Moneky Temple. The New Vishwanath Temple at BHU campus in the Campus area Visit to Bharat Kala Bhavan. Later back to hotel for breakfast. Proceed to visit Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Later Visit the Benares Hindu University, the largest residential university in Asia, a center of Sanskrit, Indian art, culture, and music. Later, proceed to Sarnath, located eight km from Varanasi. It is famous as the place where the Buddha first preached his message after attaining nirvana. Visit the Dhamek Stupa… it marks the spot where the Buddha proclaimed his faith in front of his first five followers. The earliest and most important relic is found here is the Ashoka pillar, erected in 250 BC. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Varanasi.

VARANASI

After breakfast Drop at Varanasi Airport / Railway station for Departure.