3 NIGHT 4 DAYS ITINERARY OF VARANASI AND PRAYAGRAJ.

DAY :- 1

Varanasi

Afternoon arrival at Varanasi airport, transfer to hotel. Check later in evening transfer to Ganges for Boating & evening Ganga Aarti on famous Dashashwamedh Ghat (Dashashwamedh Ghat is the main ghat in Varanasi on the Ganga River. It is located close to Vishwanath temple and is probably the most spectacular ghat. Two Hindu legends are associated with it. According to one, Lord Brahma created it to welcome Lord Shiva. According to another legend, lord Brahma sacrificed ten horses during Dasa – Ashwamedha yajna performed here). overnight in Varanasi.

(Vehicle is available only for Airport arrival + Evening Ganga Aarti & Boating)

DAY :- 2

Varanasi

Early morning Temple darshan (Kashi Vishwanath, Annapurna Mandir, Kala Bhairov Mandir) followed with Sankat Mochan Mandir, Durga Mandir, Tulsi Manas Mandir & Benaras Hindu University (BHU). After breakfast move for Sarnath (Sarnath is the place where Gautam Buddha after attain enlightenment delivers his first sermon to 5 followers). Sightseeing of Sarnath including Sarnath Museum (Our National Emblem excavated from Sarnath is on Display built by Samrat Ashoka), Ancient ruins, Mahabodhi society Temple. Evening is free. Overnight in Varanasi.

DAY :- 3

Varanasi – Prayagraj (130 KM 3 Hrs. approx. one way) 

After early breakfast check out from hotel and transfer to PRAYAGRAJ. Overnight in Prayagraj(The city’s original name – Prayag, or “place of offerings” – comes from its position at the Sangam (confluence) of the Ganga, Yamuna and Sarasvati rivers. It is the second-oldest city in India, and plays a central role in Hindu scriptures. Allahabad was originally called Kaushambi (now a separate district) by the Kuru rulers of Hastinapur, who developed it as their capital. Since then, Allahabad has been a political, cultural and administrative centre of the Doab region. Mughal emperor Akbar renamed it Ilahabad, which the British changed to Allahabad. In 1833 it became the seat of the Ceded and Conquered Provinces region before its capital was moved to Agra in 1835. Allahabad became the capital of the North-Western Provinces in 1858, and was the capital of India for a day. The city was the capital of the United Provinces from 1902 to 1920 and remained at the forefront of national importance during the struggle for Indian independence.)

Places of interest HOLY DIP IN SANGAM, Bada Hanuman Mandir, Akshayvat Tree (Akshayavat (“the indestructible banyan tree”) is a sacred fig tree mentioned in the Hindu mythology. According to a legend, once the sage Markandeya asked Lord Narayana to show him a specimen of the divine power. Narayana flooded the entire world for a moment, during which only the Akshayavat could be seen above the water level.) & Anand Bhawan (Birthplace of first Prime Minister of Independent India Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru)

DAY 4:-

Prayagraj – Varanasi Airport Depart

After breakfast, checkout from hotel and drop at Varanasi airport for onward/return journey .

1. KEY HIGHLIGHT

Varanasi – Evening Ganga Aarti on famous Dashashwamedh Ghat , Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple , Benaras Hindu University (BHU).

1. Prayagraj – Visit Sangam (confluence) of the Ganga, Yamuna and Sarasvati rivers.

2. Meals

   Breakfast Included as per the Inclusions.

   EXCLUSIONS:-

   1. Any airfare/rail fare
   2. Guide service/charge
   3. Remittance charge/Bank charge for transfer of money.
   4. Tips and gratuities
   5. Any entrance/monuments fees/mobile/ camera/video tickets.
   6. Meals other than mentioned.
   7. Any VIP darshan/Dakshina/Prashad/Garland fees
   8. Any personal nature expenses.
   9. Personal expenditure like soft drinks, mineral water, phone calls, tips, porter age etc.
   10. Anything not specifically mentioned in the “Package tour price includes” box.
   11. Any expenses of personal nature.
   12. High season surcharge, applicable during Chinese New Year period
   13. High Season / Special events supplements will be applicable at the time of booking only.
   14. Any optional tour.

   INCLUSIONS:-

   1. Accommodation on DBL/TWIN sharing basis In mentioned or similar hotels
   2. Breakfast
   3. Airport arrival and Departure
   4. All transfer and sightseeing by 01 Private vehicles as per the tour itinerary.
   5. Boating on River Ganges (Varanasi) once during the stay by Hand Boat. (If weather/water level/water flow permits)