This spiritual circuit can cover Ayodhya (Ram Janmabhoomi and key temples), Varanasi (Kashi Vishwanath, ghats, Ganga Aarti, Sarnath), and Bodh Gaya (Mahabodhi Temple and nearby Buddhist sites), focusing on Hindu and Buddhist heritage in one itinerary. The flow typically works well as Ayodhya → Varanasi → Sarnath → Bodh Gaya (or the reverse) depending on your arrival city and transport options
What is included in the tour
- Include Two Sharing Room
- All toll, Tax, and driver allowances.
- Include the Breakfast and Dinner
- Arrival and departure transfers.
What is NOT included in the tour
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Air/train tickets and personal travel insurance.
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Monument entrance fees and any other entry tickets.
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Personal expenses (laundry, calls, tips, drinks, optional tours).
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Any services not specifically included above.
- Ayodhya: Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, Hanuman Garhi, local ghats, and nearby important temples as per time.
- Varanasi: Evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat, sunrise/sunset boat ride (if added), Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Kal Bhairav, Tulsi Manas Mandir, and local markets for Banarasi sarees and dress material.
- Sarnath (from Varanasi): Dhamek Stupa and other stupas, museum, and key temples at the site of Buddha’s first sermon.
- Bodh Gaya: Mahabodhi Temple complex, Bodhi Tree area, and important nearby monasteries and Buddhist temples (Thai, Japanese, Tibetan, etc.) as per time.
Day 1Arrival and Ayodhya
Ayodhya+
Arrival and Ayodhya
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Arrive at Ayodhya or Varanasi and drive to Ayodhya (about 4–5 hours by road if coming from Varanasi, around 200–220 km).
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Visit Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, Hanuman Garhi, Kanak Bhawan, and take a stroll near Sarayu river ghats if time permits; overnight in Ayodhya.
Day 2Ayodhya to Varanasi
Varanasi+
Ayodhya to Varanasi
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After breakfast, depart Ayodhya for Varanasi by road; typical drive time is about 4–5 hours depending on route and traffic.
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On arrival, check in and in the evening enjoy Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat and an optional boat ride on the Ganga; overnight in Varanasi.
Day 3Varanasi and Sarnath
Sarnath+
Varanasi and Sarnath
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Early morning optional boat ride and sunrise darshan on the ghats, followed by visits to Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Kal Bhairav, Tulsi Manas Mandir, and local markets for Banarasi saree shopping.
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In the afternoon visit Sarnath (site of Buddha’s first sermon) for stupas, temples, and museum, then return to Varanasi for overnight stay.
Day 4Varanasi to Bodh Gaya
Bodh Gaya+
Varanasi to Bodh Gaya
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After breakfast, drive from Varanasi to Bodh Gaya (approx. 240–255 km, usually 5–6 hours by road depending on route and traffic).
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On arrival visit the Mahabodhi Temple complex, Bodhi Tree area, and nearby monasteries/temples (Thai, Japanese, Tibetan etc.) as time allows; overnight in Bodh Gaya.
Day 5Bodh Gaya and Departure
Departure+
Bodh Gaya and Departure
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If time permits, visit additional Bodh Gaya sites or nearby Gaya for Vishnupad Temple and rituals on the Falgu river before departure.
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Transfer to Gaya or Varanasi railway station/airport as per your onward journey plan, ending the 4N/5D Ayodhya–Varanasi–Bodh Gaya tour
