VNS · SAR · GAY · PRG · CKT · AYD · NAI · LKO

The Complete Journey

Eight days across seven cities, tracing the ground where three of India's major spiritual traditions took shape — the ghats of Kashi, the Buddhist heritage of Sarnath and Bodhgaya, the river confluence at Prayagraj, Ram's years of exile in Chitrakoot, his birthplace in Ayodhya, the Puranic forest of Naimisharanya, and the Nawabi city of Lucknow to close it out. Our deepest circuit, run start to finish.

Duration8 Days / 7 Nights
Group Size2 – 15 travellers
Starts / EndsVaranasi → Sarnath → Bodhgaya → Prayagraj → Chitrakoot → Ayodhya → Naimisharanya → Lucknow
PaceEasy – Moderate

Overview

This circuit is built for travellers who want the fullest version of the journey without piecing it together themselves. It opens with two full days in Varanasi — the river, the ghats, Kashi Vishwanath, and a half-day at Sarnath — before moving through Bodhgaya, Prayagraj, Chitrakoot and Ayodhya, each with a night to settle in rather than a rushed pass-through. The final stretch brings in Naimisharanya’s forest shrines before ending in Lucknow, with drop-off at the airport or railway station for onward travel.

Trip Highlights

Starting From₹34,999per person · twin sharing

  • DepartureFixed — every Monday
  • Duration8D / 7N
  • RouteVNS → SAR → GAY → PRG → CKT → AYD → NAI → LKO
  • Boarding PointHotel Radisson Cantonment, Parking area
  • Reporting Time04:45 AM
  • Departure Time05:00 AM

Trip Highlights

DAY1

Arrival & Spiritual Varanasi

5:00 AM — Pickup
Board at the Cantonment boarding point to begin the circuit.

Sunrise Boat Ride
Out on the Ganga as the sun rises over the ghats — Assi, the quieter southern edge of the city; Dashashwamedh, its busiest and most central point; and Manikarnika, the cremation ghat, taken in respectfully as part of understanding the city.

Kashi Vishwanath Darshan
Assisted entry and darshan at Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of Lord Shiva’s twelve Jyotirlingas.

Evening — Ganga Aarti
The day closes with the evening Ganga Aarti at the riverfront.

Overnight in Varanasi

DAY2

Varanasi & Sarnath Excursion

Morning — Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel before heading out.

Sarnath
A visit to the site where Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment: the Dhamek Stupa marking the spot itself, the Mulagandha Kuti Vihar with its modern frescoes, the Archaeological Museum (home to the original Ashoka Lion Capital), and a quiet walk through the Deer Park and its Tibetan temple.

Evening — Free Time
Time to browse Varanasi’s markets for Banarasi silk and local handicrafts.

Overnight in Varanasi

DAY3

Varanasi to Bodhgaya

Morning — Drive to Bihar
Breakfast, then the drive across the state border into Bihar.

Bodhgaya
The centre of Buddhist heritage: the Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; the Bodhi Tree, under which Siddhartha Gautama is said to have attained enlightenment; the 80-foot Great Buddha Statue; and a walk through the international monastery zone.

Overnight in Bodhgaya

DAY4

Bodhgaya to Prayagraj

Morning — Drive Back to Uttar Pradesh
Breakfast, then the drive on to Prayagraj.

Prayagraj
A traditional boat ride out to the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati, for those who wish to take a holy dip. The visit continues with the low-ceilinged Bade Hanuman Mandir and the Alopi Devi Shakti Peeth.

Overnight in Prayagraj

DAY5

Prayagraj to Chitrakoot

Morning — Drive to the Forest of Exile
Breakfast, then into the hills of Chitrakoot, where Rama is said to have spent over eleven years of his exile.

Chitrakoot
Ram Ghat, where Rama, Sita and Lakshmana are believed to have met the saint Tulsidas; Kamadgiri Temple, regarded as the embodiment of Rama himself; the forest retreat of Sati Anusuya Ashram, where the Mandakini river is said to originate; and the shallow twin caves of Gupt Godavari.

Overnight in Chitrakoot

DAY6

Chitrakoot to Ayodhya

Morning — Drive North
Breakfast, then on to Ayodhya.

Ayodhya
Darshan inside the newly built Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir; Hanumangarhi, the fortress temple guarding the city; Kanak Bhawan, the palace temple gifted to Sita; and Ram Ki Paidi, the city’s riverfront steps.

Evening — Saryu Aarti
The day closes with the evening Aarti on the banks of the Saryu.

Overnight in Ayodhya

DAY7

Ayodhya to Naimisharanya to Lucknow

Morning — Drive to the Forest of the Puranas
Breakfast, then on toward Naimisharanya, the forest traditionally held as the site where the Puranas were first narrated.

Naimisharanya
A holy dip at Chakra Tirtha, considered a highly auspicious circular tank; the Lalita Devi Shakti Peeth; Vyas Gaddi, where Sage Vyasa is said to have compiled the Vedas; and a temple to Hanuman.

Evening — On to Lucknow
A short drive into Lucknow for the final overnight stay.

Overnight in Lucknow

DAY8

Lucknow City Tour & Departure

Morning — Nawabi Heritage Tour
Breakfast, then a look at Lucknow’s Nawabi-era architecture: the Bara Imambara with its pillarless central hall; the Rumi Darwaza gateway; the Chota Imambara’s chandeliers and calligraphy; and time to browse Hazratganj market.

Tour Concludes
Drop-off at Lucknow Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey.

Where You’ll Stay

  • Varanasi (2 nights) — 3-star premium hotel
  • Bodhgaya (1 night) — 3-star premium hotel
  • Prayagraj (1 night) — 3-star premium hotel
  • Chitrakoot (1 night) — 3-star premium hotel
  • Ayodhya (1 night) — 3-star premium hotel
  • Lucknow (1 night) — 3-star premium hotel

All properties are selected for comfort, cleanliness and central locations; exact hotel names confirmed with your booking.

 

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