Northern India
Hinduism Circuit · 8 Days
The ultimate spiritual circuit through India's sacred heartland - Varanasi, Bodhgaya, Gaya Vishnupad, Prayagraj Triveni Sangam, Chitrakoot, Ayodhya Ram Mandir, Naimisharanya, and Lucknow.
What Makes This Journey Special
Ganga Aarti, Varanasi
The eternal flame ceremony on the sacred Ganges - the heart of Varanasi.
Morning Boat Ride, Ganges
Watch sunrise over the ancient ghats from the river itself.
Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhgaya
UNESCO World Heritage - site of Buddha's enlightenment under the Bodhi tree.
Triveni Sangam, Prayagraj
Holy dip at the divine confluence of three sacred rivers.
Chitrakoot Pilgrimage
Sites of Lord Ram's forest exile - Kamadgiri and Gupt Godavari.
Ram Janmabhoomi, Ayodhya
The grand new Ram Mandir at the birthplace of Lord Ram.
Moments from Your Journey
Detailed Itinerary
Arrival Varanasi and Ganga Aarti
Welcome to the Eternal CityArrive at Varanasi airport or railway station. Transfer to hotel, check-in. Evening: witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat. Optional boat ride available at extra cost. Overnight Varanasi.
Varanasi Temple Tour, Sarnath, Transfer to Bodhgaya
Full day: temples, Buddhist site, onward journeyEarly morning boat ride on the Ganges for Subah-e-Banaras (Sunrise of Varanasi). Temple tour: Kashi Vishwanath, Annapurna, Sankat Mochan. Excursion to Sarnath - Dhamekha Stupa, Archaeological Museum (Buddha gave first sermon here). Drive to Bodhgaya. Overnight.
Bodhgaya, Gaya, Return Varanasi
Mahabodhi Temple and Vishnupad TempleExplore the Mahabodhi Temple Complex and sacred Bodhi Tree - where Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment. Visit Gaya for the Vishnupad Temple and Phalgu River (important for Pind Daan rituals). Return to Varanasi for overnight.
Varanasi to Prayagraj
Triveni Sangam and Hanuman TempleDrive to Prayagraj. Visit Triveni Sangam (holy dip), Hanuman Temple, Anand Bhawan Museum. Overnight Prayagraj.
Prayagraj Day Trip to Chitrakoot
Ramayana pilgrimage sitesDay excursion to Chitrakoot: Ram Ghat, Hanuman Dhara, Gupt Godavari cave temples. Return to Prayagraj for overnight.
Prayagraj to Ayodhya
Ram Janmabhoomi and city tourDrive to Ayodhya. Visit Ram Janmabhoomi, Kanak Bhawan, Hanuman Garhi. Explore the city's multi-faith heritage. Overnight Ayodhya.
Ayodhya to Naimisharanya to Lucknow
Sacred forest and cultural cityDrive to Naimisharanya - sacred forest of ancient sages. Then proceed to Lucknow. Overnight Lucknow.
Lucknow Sightseeing and Departure
Historical monuments and farewellHalf-day Lucknow tour: Bara Imambara, Chota Imambara. Transfer to Lucknow airport or railway station. Tour concludes.
Hotel Accommodation
2 Nights - Breakfast
1 Night - Breakfast
2 Nights - Breakfast
1 Night - Breakfast
1 Night - Breakfast
4-star and 5-star upgrades available on request at additional cost.
Package Pricing
Per person cost. Add 5% GST. Valid Apr-Sep 2025.
| Hotel Category | Inclusions | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Budget hotels with breakfast | Contact for price |
| 3-Star | Comfortable 3-star with CP plan | Contact for price |
| 4-Star | Premium 4-star with CP plan | Contact for price |
| 5-Star | Luxury 5-star with CP plan | Contact for price |
Optional Add-ons: Guide Rs 3000/place | Sugam Darshan Rs 300/person | Motor Boat Rs 3000/ride
Child Policy: Under 6 Free | Ages 6-12 = 40% adult cost | 12+ as adults
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Welcome drinks on arrival
- Hotel accommodation (twin sharing)
- Breakfast + Dinner daily (MAPAI)
- AC vehicle for all tours & transfers
- All tolls, parking & driver charges
- Airport / station pick-up & drop
- All sightseeing per itinerary
Not Included
- Air / train tickets
- Guide (Rs 3000/place)
- Local transport / rickshaw
- 5% GST on package
- Monument & temple entry fees
- Boat rides & Sugam Darshan
- Tips & personal expenses
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