Truly unforgettable
“My visit to Varanasi was truly unforgettable, thanks to their efficient service and friendly staff. They held a real sense of the city for us.”
Noah W. · New Zealand
Verified · TripAdvisorSept 2024
Varanasi & Kashi
Kashi Tour 7 Nights
An eight-day soulful circuit through Deoghar, Bodhgaya, Varanasi, Ayodhya and Lucknow — Baidyanath Jyotirling, the Bodhi Tree, the ghats, Ram Janmabhoomi and the cultural heart of Awadh, all on one route.
7 Nights / 8 DaysPrivate — small groupEasyEnglish, Hindi on requestVaranasi · Bihar · UP4.9· TripAdvisor
From₹56,500per person, twin sharing
Overview
What this journey is, in one breath.
Embark on a soulful journey through Deoghar, Bodhgaya, Varanasi, Ayodhya, and Lucknow — each offering a unique blend of spirituality, history, and culture.
Begin in Deoghar, home to the sacred Baidyanath Jyotirlinga Temple, one of the twelve revered Jyotirlingas.
Continue to Bodhgaya, where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree.
In Varanasi, witness the mystical charm of the Ganges ghats and ancient temples.
Explore Ayodhya, the legendary birthplace of Lord Rama, dotted with mythological landmarks and spiritual energy.
Conclude in Lucknow, the cultural heart of Uttar Pradesh, known for its Nawabi elegance, Mughal architecture, and rich culinary heritage.
Highlights
What you'll remember.
- Baidyanath Jyotirling darshan in Deoghar — one of the twelve Jyotirlings
- Mahabodhi Temple and the Bodhi Tree in Bodhgaya
- Pind Daan ritual at the Phalgu River in Gaya
- Old Kashi Vishwanath darshan and the Ganga Aarti in Varanasi
- Subah-e-Banaras sunrise boat tour from Assi to Manikarnika
- Sarnath monastery walk — site of the Buddha's first sermon
- Triveni Sangam at Prayagraj — confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati
- Ram Janmabhoomi and Hanuman Garhi in Ayodhya
- Naimisharanya pilgrimage near Lucknow — Chakra Teerth, Lalita Devi, Vyasa Gaddi
The day, hour by hour
Itinerary.
Day 1
Arrival at Patna — drive to Deoghar
Pickup from Patna Airport or Railway Station. Drive to Deoghar, a prominent pilgrimage site known for the Baidyanath Jyotirling. Hotel check-in. Overnight stay in Deoghar.
Day 2
Deoghar darshan — drive to Bodhgaya
Early morning visit to Baidyanath Dham for darshan. Breakfast and check out. Drive to Bodhgaya, the land of Buddha's enlightenment. Hotel check-in. Overnight stay in Bodhgaya.
Day 3
Bodhgaya & Gaya — drive to Varanasi
Visit Sujata Temple, Mahabodhi Temple, the Bodhi Tree, the Great Buddha Statue, and nearby monasteries. Continue to Gaya for the Pind Daan ritual at the Phalgu River, followed by Vishnupad Temple and Mangla Gauri Temple. Drive to Varanasi. Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Day 4
Varanasi — temples and Ganga Aarti
Early 5:30 AM darshan at Old Kashi Vishwanath, Annapurna, Vishalakshi and Kal Bhairav Temples. Breakfast. Afternoon: New Kashi Vishwanath at BHU (Birla Temple), Sankat Mochan, Durga Temple and Tulsi Manas Mandir. Visit Ramnagar Fort across the Ganges. Evening: Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat, with optional boat ride. Overnight in Varanasi.
Day 5
Subah-e-Banaras and Sarnath
5:00 AM Subah-e-Banaras walking and boat tour — Assi Ghat to Manikarnika Ghat at sunrise. Breakfast. Drive to Sarnath: Mulagandhakuti Vihara, Chaukhandi Stupa, Dhamekh Stupa, Dharmarajika Stupa, Sarnath Museum and surrounding monasteries. Evening at the Trade Facilitation Centre & Craft Museum, then free time at the Banarasi silk market. Overnight in Varanasi.
Day 6
Prayagraj — drive to Ayodhya
Drive to Prayagraj. Visit Triveni Sangam, Hanuman Temple, Anand Bhawan and Alopi Devi Temple. Continue to Ayodhya. Hotel check-in. Overnight in Ayodhya.
Day 7
Ayodhya — drive to Lucknow
Visit the Saryu River, Hanuman Garhi, Ram Janmabhoomi, Kanak Bhawan and Treta Ke Thakur. Drive to Lucknow. Hotel check-in. Overnight in Lucknow.
Day 8
Naimisharanya — departure
Drive to Naimisharanya. Visit Chakra Teerth, Pandav Kila, Lalita Devi Mandir, Hanuman Gaddi, Vyasa Gaddi, Dadhichi Kund and the site of Swayambhu Manu & Satarupa. Return to Lucknow. Drop at Airport or Railway Station. Tour concludes.
My visit to Varanasi was truly unforgettable, thanks to their efficient service and friendly staff. They held a real sense of the city for us.
The fine print
What's in. What's out.
Included
- All transfers in AC vehicle
- Assistance on arrival
- All sightseeing as per the itinerary in AC vehicle
- Accommodation on twin-sharing basis with daily breakfast
- Driver charges, toll, tax, parking, bhatta
Not included
- Airfare and train fare
- 5% GST
- Boat ride payments at Varanasi (direct payment)
- Guide charges and language-specific guides
- Monument entrance fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, telephone, etc.)
- Costs incurred due to flight delay, weather, political closures or technical faults
- Anything not explicitly listed in inclusions
Glimpses
From the lanes.
In their own words
What guests said.
4.9· verified across platforms
Comfortable and unhurried
“Everything was perfectly organised, from airport pickup to sightseeing. Their team ensured a comfortable, unhurried stay.”
Jack H. · Australia
Verified · TripAdvisorAug 2024
Stress-free and quietly beautiful
“Stress-free, memorable and quietly beautiful. Our guide was extraordinary — knew every alley and every story.”
Sophie M. · Canada
Verified · TripAdvisorDec 2024
From the journal
Read more before you go.
Ghats6 min read
First light on the Ganga: a quiet guide to the sunrise hour in Varanasi
Why the city's most powerful experience happens between 5:00 and 6:30 AM — and how to be inside it without breaking it.
Rituals8 min read
What a Rudra Abhishek actually is — and why it isn't a tourist ceremony
A short, honest guide to one of Varanasi's most-requested rituals: the Vedic background, what happens, and how to take part respectfully.
Cancellation
Clear ladder. No surprises.
- More than 30 days before — 10% processing fee, full refund of the rest.
- 20 to 29 days before — 50% refund.
- Less than 20 days — no refund, but rescheduling possible subject to availability.
- Bookings between 15 December and 15 January are non-refundable.
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