Varanasi Getaway Plus 1
Varanasi Getaway Plus 1
VARANASI (2N), PRAYAGRAJ (1N), BODHGAYA (1N)
5 Days 1 Country, 3 Cities
GANGA ARTI
The Ganga Aarti is a daily ritual that honors the Ganges River and is a combination of fire, water, and air elements. The ritual involves chanting hymns, offering an ornate oil lamp, and more. The purpose of the Ganga Aarti is to show gratitude and respect to the river, and to ask for its blessings.
VARANASI CITY
Varanasi is a city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh dating to the 11th century B.C. Regarded as the spiritual capital of India, the city draws Hindu pilgrims who bathe in the Ganges River’s sacred waters and perform funeral rites. Along the city’s winding streets are some 2,000 temples, including Kashi Vishwanath, the “Golden Temple,” dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.
PRAYAGRAJ CITY
Prayagraj, formerly Allahabad is a metropolis in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is the administrative headquarters of the Prayagraj district, the most populous district in the state and 13th most populous district in India and the Prayagraj division.
Itinerary
Day 1 - ARRIVE VARANASI-GANGA ARTI
Arrive at Varanasi Airport/Railway station. On arrival check-in at the hotel. Later in the evening proceed to experience one of the most memorable moments of your life, as you will be taken to River Ganges. Enjoy Ganga Aarti. Get a glimpse of the spiritualism at the Ganga Ghats (river front).Can enjoy the Ganga Arti on Boat (optional and by own cost). Overnight at the hotel in Varanasi.
Day 2 - VARANASI CITY SIGHTSEEING
Today early morning, visit to Kaal Bhairav Temple, followed by a visit to Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Annapurna Temple, and Vishalakshi Temple, after breakfast explore additional spiritual sites, such as Bharat Mata Temple and Durga Temple. In the afternoon, visit Sarnath, where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon, and explore the Dhamek Stupa and Sarnath Archaeological Museum. Overnight at the hotel in Varanasi.
Day 3 - VARANASI- PRAYAGRAJ
Today morning after Breakfast proceed to Prayaraj. On arrival check-in at the hotel. Later Visit visit Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati rivers, and the Kumbh Mela site. Continue to Anand Bhavan, the ancestral home of the Nehru family, and visit Prayagraj Fort. Overnight at the hotel in Prayagraj.
Day 4 - PRAYAGRAJ-BODHGAYA
Today morning after Breakfast proceed to Bodhgaya. On arrival check-in at the hotel and Later Visit Mahabodhi Temple,a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Bodhi Tree, where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. Explore other nearby monasteries and temples. Overnight at the hotel in Bodhgaya.
Day 5 - DEPART BODHGAYA
Today morning after breakfast, you will be transferred to Bodhgaya Airport/ Railway station to board you flight/ train back home or to your next destinations.
