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8 Days Uttar Pradesh Religious Tour Itinerary
7 Nights / 8 Days
Varanasi – Sarnath – Bodhgaya –
Prayagraj – Chitrakoot – Ayodhya – Lucknow
Tour Overview
This 8-day pilgrimage trail takes you across some of the most sacred destinations in Uttar Pradesh, a region deeply rooted in India’s spiritual and cultural identity. From the ancient ghats of Varanasi to the enlightenment path of Bodhgaya, from the divine banks of Prayagraj’s Triveni Sangam to the birthplace of Lord Rama in Ayodhya, this journey brings together centuries of devotion and heritage.
Tour Highlights
- Evening Ganga Aarti at Varanasi ghats.
- Morning boat ride on the Ganges.
- Half-day trip to Sarnath – where Buddha delivered his first sermon.
- Visit Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi Tree & Great Buddha Statue in Bodhgaya.
- Experience Triveni Sangam rituals in Prayagraj.
- Explore the sacred sites of Chitrakoot.
- Darshan at Ram Janmabhoomi and temples of Ayodhya.
- Heritage tour of Lucknow.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrive in Varanasi, check into your hotel and relax. In the evening, visit the iconic Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.
You may also enjoy the ceremony from a boat (optional).
Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Begin early with a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges, witnessing life on the ghats. Continue with temple visits including Kashi Vishwanath, Annapurna Mandir, and Sankat Mochan.
After breakfast, proceed for a city tour covering Durga Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple, and New Vishwanath Temple (BHU).
Later drive to Sarnath to explore Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, and the museum.
Continue to Bodhgaya. Check-in and overnight stay.
Visit the sacred Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi Tree, Great Buddha Statue, and international monasteries.
Later drive to Gaya to visit the holy Vishnupad Temple on the banks of the Falgu River. Continue the return drive to Varanasi for an overnight stay.
Drive to Prayagraj. Visit the sacred Triveni Sangam – confluence of Ganga, Yamuna & Saraswati. Explore Anand Bhavan, Swaraj Bhavan, Hanuman Mandir and local temples.
Day trip to Chitrakoot and visit Ram Ghat, Gupt Godavari, Kamadgiri and Hanuman Dhara. Return to Prayagraj for an overnight stay.
Travel to Ayodhya and visit Ram Janmabhoomi, Saryu Ghat, Hanuman Garhi, Kanak Bhawan, Tulsi Smarak, and Sita Rasoi.
Visit the ancient pilgrimage site Naimisharanya, sacred to Vishnu devotees. Continue to Lucknow for overnight stay.
Enjoy a short city tour covering Bara Imambara and Chota Imambara. Later transfer to the airport or railway station for your onward journey.
Your pilgrimage ends with divine blessings and cherished memories.
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Package Details & Booking Terms
- Complete ground arrangements in India as specified in the confirmed itinerary.
- Accommodation on double/twin sharing at the selected hotels.
- Breakfasts and other meals specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for airport transfers, intercity travel and sightseeing.
- Professional driver with fuel, tolls, parking and driver allowance.
- Domestic flights, train tickets, activities, entrance fees and guides when specifically included in final itinerary.
- Meet-and-assist service on arrival and departure, as mentioned in the itinerary.
- All Gov't taxes are included.
- International airfare, visa fees and travel insurance.
- Flights, trains or road journeys not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Meals, entrance fees, permits, camera charges and guides unless included.
- Personal expenses, tips and medical or emergency evacuation costs.
- Expenses caused by weather, cancellations, illness, roadblocks or other circumstances beyond our control.
- Hotels, transport and activities are subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
- Hotel check-in and check-out times apply as per individual hotel policy.
- Child rates, extra beds and complimentary stays depend on the confirmed hotel’s policy.
- Sightseeing may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, local restrictions or monument closures.
- The final written quotation will confirm the exact inclusions, exclusions and services.
- A 40% deposit is required to confirm your booking.
- The balance is payable 15 days before the tour or upon arrival in India, if agreed in advance.
- Payments must be made using the official bank or secure payment details provided by Tusk Travel.
- International transfer, card-processing and currency-conversion charges are payable by the traveller.
- 60 days or more before arrival: 10% cancellation charge.
- 59–30 days before arrival: 20% cancellation charge.
- 29–15 days before arrival: 25% cancellation charge.
- 14–8 days before arrival: 50% cancellation charge.
- 7 days or less before arrival, or no-show: 100% cancellation charge (no refund).
- Issued flight, train, permit and special-event bookings may be non-refundable.
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