Varanasi Tour 6 Nights 7 Days Packages

Day 1 Arrive Varanasi + Sightseeing

On arrival in Varanasi: Company representatives cannot come into the baggage collection area. Having, collected your luggage, please make your way towards the exit of the terminal building where you will see a bank of people waiting for you.Amongst them will be your driver who will be waiting to greet you with a paging board with your name on it. Alternatively known as Benaras and Kashi, the holy city of Varanasi (Banaras) lies on the banks of the Ganges. Said to have been founded by Lord Shiva himself, this place finds mention in the epic sagas of 'Ramayana' and the 'Mahabharata'. Most people conforming to the Hindu faith strive to visit Varanasi at least once in their lives. Adorned with epithets like 'the religious capital of India' and 'the city of temples', Varanasi is the holiest of holy cities for Hindus. Not only does the city attract countless pilgrims, it's a place where many choose to spend their last days. Belief goes that the one who dies here attains eternal salvation.

You will be transferred to your hotel. Later after this transfer to Hotel Later in the evening you will be taken to river bank of Ganga to see cremation rituals 

Varanasi night prayer ceremony is a kind of Hindu way of worship, which is basically an event organized every-day to give thanks to river Ganges. Normally a Hindu worship is done privately, but this worship ceremony is done on the river bank of Ganges openly and publicly. It is only of its kind, therefore attracts thousands of people daily to witness it. This Hindu ritual of saying thanks is very unique and surreal. It started a few years ago but making its importance rapidly to the world. Almost 90 percent of the tourists who comes to Varanasi attend this prayer ceremony for sure.This grand event start time depends on sunset and therefore vary month to month. It goes for 45 minutes and is very engaging. Return back to Hotel for overnight stay.

Day 2 in Varanasi

Start your day with sunrise boat ride. Varanasi boat ride 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. As you glide across waters you can see entire river being engulfed in orange and red hues of the early morning Sun. On alighting at the burning Ghat you can see various cremation rituals. You can also witness people offering Tarpan to their ancestors. After breakfast visit Banaras Hindu University – Largest residential university in India and Asia, Tulsi Manas Temple – A former residence of late and great poet and writer Tulsidas, Monkey Temple – Very opposite to its name. It is a temple of Godess Durga having so much monkeys roaming on its roof. Later after this visit to Sarnath. Buddha owns favorite place, Sarnath is among the greatest tourist destinations in Varanasi & has utmost importance in Buddhism religion and culture. Situated 10 kms from Varanasi, Sarnath has religious, cultural and architectural significance. It was in the Deer park in Sarnath where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon postenlightenment. It is a place where from this religion and culture started. The place rose to its significance during reigns of Ashoka who erected numerous stupas here. You will see Ruins of Sarnath, Budhha Temple, large Buddha statue, Archeological museum and deer park. Drive back to hotel. After this attend sound and light show in Sarnath .Sanath light and sound show, the newest installation in Sarnath came alive amid the pandemic of 2020. A dream project which took more than 18 years to complete is finally putting up an epic show in front of the world. See the journey of Lord Budhha through this show and understand a whole new religion in just a few moments. Return back to Hotel and stay overnight.

Day 3 Varanasi - Prayagraj

After breakfast drive to Allahabad [125KMS : 2-3 Hours]. Allahabad is among the largest cities in Uttar Pradesh. Hindu mythology has it that for the Prakrishta Yajna, Lord Brahma, the creator God of the Trinity, chose a land on earth, on which the three rivers would flow in to a quiet confluence. Brahma also referred to it as Tirth Raj or the King of all pilgrimage centres. Recorded evidence also exists in the revered scriptures (the Vedas and the grand epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, as also in the Puranas) of this holy place formerly called Prayag. Allahabad stands at the confluence of two of India's holiest rivers, the Ganga and the Yamuna. Sangam, as the confluence is called, is the venue of many sacred fairs and rituals, and attracts thousands of pilgrims throughout the year. This number swells to millions during the world-famous Kumbh Mela. On arrival in Allahabad check-in into your Hotel. Later after visit to Triveni Sangam - where the festival takes place, is the meeting place of three rivers: the Saraswati, Yamuna, and Ganga (Ganges), Mahavir Mandir – One of the oldest temple in Allahabad andAnand Bhavan is the former residence of Nehru family which has now been transformed into a museum showcasing various artefacts and articles of the era of Independence movement in India. Later after this return back to Hotel and stay overnight. 

Day 4 Allahabad – Ayodhya [170 Kms : 3-4 Hours]

After breakfast visit to Ayodhya. Ayodhya is one of the major holy cities of Hinduism - the world's 3rd largest religion. It has a central role in the ancient Indian epic, the Ramayana, whose protagonist Lord Rama is God incarnated on Earth as the prince of Ayodhya. The epic describes Lord Rama's 14 year exile, his victory over evil and his grand return with his wife Sita to Ayodhya to become king. This return to Ayodhya is celebrated as Diwali, the leading festival of hundreds of millions of Hindus world-wide. Consequently Lord Rama's reign over Ayodhya and its surroundings, called Ram Rajya, is the epitome of good governance and moral society in the Hindu tradition.  On arrival in Ayodhya transfer to Hotel. Home to a bevy of places holding religious value, Ayodhya is the harbinger of sacrilegious pilgrimage that attracts tourists from all corners in huge numbers around the year. First we will take you to Ram Janma Bhumi which is the birth place of Lord Rama. Later we will take you to Hanuman Garhi- An architectural beauty. The Hanuman Garhi temple’s centralized location in the city of Ayodhya makes it accessible and trip defining site to visit. A favourite among frequenters, you explore religious nuances with the visual beauty of temple at the same time. Later visit Jain Shrines- The birthplace of Lord Rama also has a pleasant revelation in the form of Jain shrines that reaffirms co-existence of all religion in the city and India at large. Also visit Kanak Bhawan - The images of Lord Ram and Sita wearing gold crown captivates your attention once you step in Kanak Bhawan temple. Being in the same vicinity as Hanuman Garhi, it sees tourists flocking to the temple every year in large numbers. Return back to Hotel and stay overnight.  

Day 5 Ayodhya – lucknow [ 135 Kms 2-3 hours]

After breakfast visit Nageshwarnath Temple - An astounding temple that has its own spiritual and monumental significance, Nageswarnath stands out among the “Matths” and “Akharas” and attracts scores of tourists every year. After breakfast drive to lucknow. Sprinkled with Islamic and British Raj–era architecture, stuffed with fascinating bazaars and famed throughout India for its food, the capital of Uttar Pradesh is something of a sleeper: plenty worth seeing, but often overlooked by travelers. Central Lucknow features wide boulevards, epic monuments and several parks and gardens that contribute to an atmosphere of faded grandiosity.On arrival in Lucknow transfer to Hotel Later after this in the evening enjoy Lucknow Culinary Walk.Lucknow is one city that is home to diversity, where not only religions meet and live together in utmost harmony, but also appreciate each other's diverse cuisines, how else would one explain the existence of heritage halwais like Netram and Madhurima alongside TundeyKebabi and Bismillah Biryani in Lucknow. This coexistence or rather the confluence of diverse cultures and traditions is actually called 'Ganga-JamuniTehzib'. Vegetarian cuisine in Lucknow is as rich as its non-vegetarian fare and held equally in high regard for its recipes and age-old traditions. Halwais in Lucknow have had their own loyal fan list and generations have been eating there for ages and vow that nothing has changed ever since. On this two hours walking tour we take you to the traditional eateries where the oldest dates back to 1825, show you some traditional shops that specialise in sundried lentil-nuggets and accompaniments like papadums, pickles, preserves, chutneys for ages and still rule the dinner tables at Lucknow homes. Taste not only the tangy chaat and the coolest kulfi on this tour but also end it with a paan (betelleaf preparation) that is nothing short of a dessert.

1st Stop: Netram’sKhasta&Kachauri (deep fried lentil stuffed bread, fried in clarified butter, served with vegetable preparations and raw-mango chutney).

2nd Stop: Madhurima’sLassi (whipped sweet rose-flavoured yogurt garnished with cream and dry-nuts). 

3rdStop: Kalika’sPaprdiChaat (tangy assemble of crisps, potato, spices and squeeze of lemon).

4th Stop: Prakash’s Kulfi-Faluda (thickened saffron-flavored milk filled in moulds and frozen in ice filled copper pots).

5th Stop : Sweet Paan (a preparation combining betel leaf with areca nut, catechu paste, cardamom, cloves, slaked lime, rose pulp and many other condiment to flavor and freshen the breath after a hearty meal). Return back to Hotel for overnight stay.

Day 6 in lucknow

After breakfast enjoy full day sightseeing of Lucknow visiting AsfiImambara - A symbol of generosity and brotherhood, the AsfiImambara stands majestically to hail the nobility of its builder, NawabAsaf-ud-Daula, who ordered its construction.  Rumi Darwaza - Rumi Darwaza was once described as the Earl of Grosvenor's seat in Cheshire. The towers on both sides of the gateway appear like medieval European towers. With perfect Indian arches, Rumi Darwazasymbolises the historic architecture of Lucknow. The builder, NawabAsaf-ud-Daula was possibly not aware of the fame that would follow in pursuit of his construction. The history attaches the design of this gateway with portal of Constantinople. HusainabadImambara - With exquisite chandeliers, a silver 'mimbar' (seat of the priest), gold framed mirrors, astonishing pieces of décor, the calligraphy on the walls and a golden dome on the top, the HusainabadImambara stands as a testimony to the epicureanism of the builder, King Mohd. Ali Shah. There are two graves where Mohd. Ali Shah and his mother rest in peace, admiring their prime possession, restored by the present generation. Once it was termed as the 'Babylon' and 'Kremlin' of India. As the interior, the exterior too is no less in beauty and style. The beautifully laid garden and a canal prepare the tourist to witness the beauty inside. Who says that Taj Mahal is only at Agra? The two replicas of Taj, coated with white lime, give a glimpse of cultural exchange through distances. Definitely, this is a place of superlatives, where everything is breathtakingly beautiful, impressive and fascinating. It is packed with history and culture that goes back to the year 1837. Husainabad Clock Tower -Time & history are synonyms, the past time is history. Nothing but the Husainabad clock tower is the best example of the essence of time.Built during the period of 1881, the clock was imported directly from London. Picture Gallery -People die but memories remain. Any one seeing pictures of the royal family could well guess the 'Lucknow - that was'. Facing the Husainabad tank is Baradari built by King Mohd. Ali Shah in 1840, now Picture Gallery. It has a wide collection of life size portraits of Nawabs of Oudh, so true and so lively as if each would speak. After this visit to British Residency – Though the air is silent but while travelling down the lanes of memories, one can still hear the resounding war cries from all directions, the canon balls shelling the walls and the snipers firing with perfect aim at the high flying Union Jack. The piece-de-resistance, this is the Lucknow Residency - ready for the siege. The sun seemed setting for the British Empire and there was an all-out siege of the Residency, that continued for nearly five months and what was left of the Residency,were the crumbling walls bearing marks of cannon balls and bullets. The Museum at the Residency has an impressive collection of lithographs, pictures, paintings and a clay model of the campus. Today it seems that these walls have preserved themselves and stand in deep silence to honour the martyrdom of the defenders and the attackers of Residency for the days to come. Aftre breakfast at an ideal time check-out from Hotel and enjoy shopping in Lucknow. Shopping here is a delightful experience, as the principal shopping centers have their individuality along with quality stuff. The main shopping areas of Lucknow are Chowk, Aminabad and of course Hazratganj which deserves a special mention.Chowk, the city's oldest market, is famous for its Chikan Embroidery showrooms. The 'Ittar' or perfume and the savoury 'kababs' that add to the taste of epicurean delights that Lucknow offers. Aminabad unfolds itself through numerous lanes and by-lanes into a colourful alley of shops - so full of life, that a visitor to Lucknow cannot afford to miss.Hazratganj, is the heart of the city that has been the pride of Lucknow since the days of the Raj. British officers took pride in coming down to Hazratganj for shopping. Hazratganj houses some of the finest shops and emporia and is considered to be an elite shopping zone of the city. The ‘shopping mall culture’ had stepped into Lucknow long back by way of huge  shopping malls, that house some of the finest brands such as, Marks & Spencer, Lifestyle, Shoppers Stop, Fabindia, Globus, Anokhi, Satya Paul, Westside, Levis, Starbucks, Dominos, Mc Donalds, KFC et al. Check out Sahara Ganj, West End, Fun Republic, Riverside, Singapore, One Awadh Center, City and Phoenix Malls. There are a lot more that are coming up very soon to change the way Lucknow shops. The modern times are known to coexist with the bygone era in Lucknow and the locals love to experience both and enjoy the great shopping experiences that this city has to offer. Later in the evening visit to La Martiniere School. This prestigious boarding school – where British pop legend Sir Cliff Richard studied – was designed and built by influential Frenchman Major General Claude Martin as a palatial home. In 1800 it became his tomb: he's buried in the basement under a blue-washed spiral staircase. The eccentric facade is part Roman archways, part Gothic horror movie, and part Disneyland-style castle, with a jumble of turrets and gargoyles piled merrily atop a long line of Corinthian columns. Best visited in the afternoon. Return back to Hotel and stay overnight.

Day 7 Departure transfer

Morning at leisure. At an ideal time transfers to Lucknow airport to board your flight or your onward destination. 

Tour Highlights 

• Evening Ganga Aarti & Sunrise Boat Ride on the Ganges

• Sarnath Buddhist Site & Sound & Light Show

• Triveni Sangam at Prayagraj

• Ram Janmabhoomi & Ayodhya Temples

• Lucknow Heritage & Culinary Experience

• Professional guides and comfortable transport

INCLUSIONS

• Accommodation on twin sharing basis
• Daily breakfast included
• Meeting and assistance on arrival and departures
• Chauffeured air-conditioned vehicles for all transfers, excursions and sightseeing tours
• English speaking guide will be provided for sightseeing and excursion tours
• All currently applicable taxes

EXCLUSIONS

• Expenses of personal nature like laundry, telephone, fax, internet, beverages, camera / video camera fee at  monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax etc.
• Local payments in domestic currency, such as entry fees to monuments, tips and gratuities
• Any ride, monument entry fees
• Domestic / International air fare
• Indian Visa Fees
• Any other services not mentioned in Price Inclusions above

For Tours

• 7 days before Start of the tour No Charge
• 3 Days before start of the tour 50 % of the amount will be refunded. 
• Cancellation 48 hours or lesser no refund. 
• For Refund thru Credit Card 5% Bank charges Applicable 

For Transfers

• 24 Hours  before Start of the transfer.  
• For Refund thru Credit Card 5% Bank charges Applicable