12-Day Spiritual Train Journey: Varanasi, Prayagraj, Ayodhya & Bodh Gaya

                    12-Day Spiritual Train Journey: Varanasi, Prayagraj, Ayodhya & Bodh Gaya

                        Price: from 27,500/- | 11 Nights & 12 Days

                                                                    ITINERARY

Day 1:  Journey to Varanasi

Morning to Evening:
• Begin your spiritual journey by boarding a 3-Tier AC train to Varanasi.
• Relax and enjoy the beautiful scenic views along the way.
• Travel comfortably while sharing the experience with fellow pilgrims and travelers.

Overnight Stay:
• Comfortable overnight journey onboard the train.

Day 02 – Arrival in Varanasi

Afternoon:
• Arrive at Varanasi Railway Station.
• Meet our tour representative and transfer to the hotel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.

Lunch:
• Check in to the hotel, freshen up, and enjoy a delicious lunch.

Evening:
• Visit the famous Dashashwamedh Ghat.
• Experience the divine Ganga Aarti ceremony, a mesmerizing spiritual event filled with chants, prayers, lamps, and ringing bells.

Dinner & Overnight Stay:
• Return to the hotel.
• Enjoy dinner and relax with an overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03 – Spiritual Immersion in Varanasi

Early Morning:
• Wake up early and get refreshed for the day.

Morning Activities:
• Proceed to the holy Ganga River for a sacred dip, believed to purify the soul and wash away sins.
• Enjoy a delightful breakfast at the riverbank while witnessing beautiful morning rituals performed by devotees.

Temple Visits:
• Visit the sacred Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.
• Seek blessings at Vishalakshi Shakti Peeth, an important Shakti Peetham dedicated to Goddess Vishalakshi.
• Visit the Annapurna Devi Temple, the temple of the Goddess of food and nourishment.

Lunch & Leisure:
• Return to the hotel and enjoy lunch.
• Relax and spend some leisure time.

Evening:
• Free time to relax or explore nearby local areas at your own pace.

Dinner & Overnight Stay:
• Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
• Comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 04 – Local Sightseeing in Varanasi

Morning:
• Start your day with a fresh breakfast at the hotel.

Local Sightseeing:
• Visit Durga Mandir, famous for its red stone architecture and dedication to Goddess Durga.
• Visit Gavi Maa Mandir, a spiritually important and peaceful temple.
• Proceed to Sankat Mochan Hanuman Mandir, a renowned temple of Lord Hanuman.
• Visit Tulsi Manas Mandir, built at the place where Saint Tulsidas composed the Ramcharitmanas.
• Conclude sightseeing at Birla Mandir (New Vishwanath Temple), located inside Banaras Hindu University (BHU) campus.

Lunch:
• Return to the hotel and enjoy lunch.

Afternoon:
• Spend time shopping for Banarasi silk sarees, handicrafts, and souvenirs, or continue exploring the city at your leisure.

Dinner & Overnight Stay:
• Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
• Relax with a comfortable overnight stay.

Day 05 – Varanasi – Prayagraj – Varanasi

Early Morning (4:00 AM):
• Wake up early, freshen up, and enjoy tea, coffee, or biscuits.

Departure to Prayagraj:
• Depart for Prayagraj by road.
• Approximate travel time: 3 hours (120 km).

Arrival at Prayagraj:
• Visit the holy Triveni Sangam, the sacred confluence of Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers.
• Take a holy dip and perform spiritual rituals.
• After rituals, enjoy a packed or freshly prepared breakfast.
• Visit Alopi Devi Shakti Peeth, a revered Shakti temple dedicated to Goddess Alopi.

Return to Varanasi (Enroute Sightseeing):
• Visit Sitamarhi, associated with Goddess Sita from the Ramayana.
• Visit Vindhyachal Devi Temple, an important Shakti Peeth.

Evening & Overnight Stay:
• Arrive back in Varanasi.
• Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
• Comfortable overnight stay.

Day 06 – Rest Day / Temple Darshan in Varanasi

Morning to Afternoon:
• Enjoy a rest day at the hotel or choose to visit nearby temples for additional spiritual darshan and exploration.

Evening Activities:
• Participate once again in the divine Ganga Aarti ceremony or visit other holy ghats along the river.
• Visit Assi Ghat, a peaceful ghat known for its calm spiritual atmosphere and fewer crowds.

Dinner & Overnight Stay:
• Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
• Relax with a comfortable overnight stay.

Day 07 – Varanasi – Ayodhya – Varanasi

Early Morning (4:00 AM):
• Wake up early, freshen up, and enjoy tea, coffee, or biscuits.

Departure to Ayodhya:
• Start the journey to Ayodhya by road.
• Travel time: Approximately 5 hours (225 km).

Arrival in Ayodhya:
• Visit the newly constructed Ram Janmabhoomi Temple for darshan and prayers.
• Enjoy breakfast and proceed for a guided sightseeing tour of the Ayodhya Corridor and other important temples and monuments.

Lunch:
• Enjoy a delicious lunch in Ayodhya.

Return to Varanasi:
• Depart Ayodhya in the afternoon.
• Return to Varanasi by the same route.

Evening & Overnight Stay:
• Arrive back in Varanasi.
• Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
• Relax with a comfortable overnight stay.

Day 08 – Rest Day / Shopping in Varanasi

Morning to Evening:
• Enjoy a leisure day to relax and refresh.
• Option to visit nearby temples for additional darshan.
• Explore local markets and enjoy shopping for handicrafts, jewelry, souvenirs, and famous Banarasi silk sarees.

Dinner & Overnight Stay:
• Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
• Comfortable overnight stay.

Day 09 – Varanasi – Gaya / Bodh Gaya – Varanasi

Early Morning (4:00 AM):
• Wake up early, freshen up, and enjoy tea, coffee, or biscuits.

Departure to Gaya / Bodh Gaya:
• Depart for Gaya by road.
• Travel time: Approximately 5 hours (250 km).

Arrival in Gaya:
• Visit Mangala Gauri Shakti Peetham, a sacred temple dedicated to Goddess Shakti.
• Proceed to Vishnupad Temple, an important temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu.

Lunch:
• Enjoy lunch in Gaya.

Afternoon – Bodh Gaya Sightseeing:
• Visit Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Explore the sacred Bodhi Tree where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment.
• Visit the majestic Great Buddha Statue.

Return to Varanasi:
• Drive back to Varanasi in the evening.

Dinner & Overnight Stay:
• Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
• Relax with a comfortable overnight stay.

Day 10 – Revisit Spiritual Sites in Varanasi

Morning:
• Optional revisit to the sacred Kashi Vishwanath Temple or other nearby temples for a final round of darshan and prayers.

Rest of the Day:
• Enjoy leisure time to relax at the hotel.
• Opportunity for last-minute shopping or local exploration.

Dinner & Overnight Stay:
• Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
• Comfortable overnight stay.

Day 11 – Final Day in Varanasi

Morning to Afternoon:
• Enjoy a relaxed morning at the hotel.
• Use this time for last-minute shopping, packing, or personal activities.

Evening:
• Transfer to Varanasi Railway Station for your departure.

Overnight Journey:
• Begin your train journey back to your destination.

Day 12 – Return to Your Destination

Morning to Evening:
• Continue your full-day return journey to your home destination.
• Arrival by evening, marking the end of your spiritual tour.


INCLUSIONS / EXCLUSIONS

Note

The tour operator is not responsible for any expenses or losses due to circumstances beyond our control, such as:

• Bad weather or natural calamities

• Roadblocks, traffic delays, or transportation issues (flight, train, or helicopter delays)

• Excess baggage charges

• Rescheduling or cancellations of services

• Accidents or medical emergencies requiring evacuation

• Riots, strikes, war, or political unrest

• Airline or hotel policies
  
  

  Cancellation Policy

  • • More than 30 days before departure: 10% of the tour package amount (excluding train, flight, helicopter, and cruise charges)

    • 30 to 15 days before departure: 25% of the tour package amount

    • 15 to 7 days before departure: 50% of the tour package amount

    • Less than 7 days before departure: No refund

    • Cancellation within 7 days with a replacement customer: 75% refund of the original booking will be adjusted against the new customer’s booking