Varanasi, Ayodhya, Prayagraj & Lucknow

Let’s take that trip to Uttar Pradesh that you have always been wanting to plan. Let’s visit Varanasi, Ayodhya, Prayagraj & Lucknow and experience them to the core!

Uttar Pradesh

Starts: from Varanasi

Ends: at Lucknow

Group Type: Mixed Gender

Dates

Start: 23 Nov, 2024

End: 28 Nov, 2024

~~₹ 44000~~

₹ 42500

About the Tour

This trip exposes a tourist to too many emotions in a short span. You experience the grandeur of spirituality during Ganga Aarti and the divine energy in Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi. The famous Triveni Sangam of Prayagraj and the Ramayana heritage of Ayodhya make you feel a profound sense of historical and mystic connection. And, the magnificent Mughlai Architecture & the Nawabi history of Lucknow lets you finish the trip in style.

Varanasi, blessed with the presence of the mighty river Ganga flowing seamlessly through its banks, is the spiritual capital of India. Previously known as Banaras or Kashi, the city is one of the world’s oldest continually inhabited cities. It’s a magical place full of secrets and surprises. The Ganga Aarti, which takes place every sunset, is a visual treat, transcending to spiritual tranquility. The oil lamps lit across the river banks, and the chanting of the holy mantras cast a spell on your soul. Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, is a revered shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva in Hindu tradition. Each Jyotirlinga is believed to be a manifestation of Shiva’s divine light, symbolizing his infinite nature. Varanasi is a miraculous and colorful place that will tuck your heart with the sacredness and spiritual fulfillment.

Just a few miles away from Varanasi, Sarnath is located which is the revered place for Buddhists, Hindus, and Jains. Lord Buddha delivered his first sermons to his five disciples in Sarnath in 528 B.C., after attaining enlightenment in Bodh Gaya. Sarnath is one of the key sites on the Buddhist circuit along with Bodhgaya, Kushinagar, Vaishali, and Lumbini.

We all have read about the famous “Triveni Sangam” in our school textbooks but how about visiting it finally? Prayagraj, where the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers meet, and make Triveni Sangam, offers an enriching experience.

After Varanasi and Prayagraj, our trip takes you to the city of Ayodhya which enchants tourists because of its spiritual aura and historical significance as Lord Rama’s birthplace. The famous Ram Mandir in Ayodhya was inaugurated on January 22, 2024 and it’s been on the bucket list of every traveler since then! Did you know that Ayodhya also is one of the seven Moksha-puris (sacred cities) in Hindu tradition, believed to be one of the oldest cities in India, with references dating back thousands of years?

After Ayodhya, we move to Lucknow which is a beautiful blend of Mughal elegance and rich cultural heritage. The city is renowned for its stunning architecture, including the Bara Imambara, Rumi Darwaza, and Chota Imambara, showcasing grand Mughal design. Awadhi cuisines, the aromatic kebabs & biryanis, and the vibrant bazaars of Lucknow work as a therapy for any visitor. The city’s historical significance, highlighted by the 1857 uprising, adds depth to the experience.

Uttar Pradesh is a magical place full of secrets and surprises. This trip to Varanasi, Ayodhya, Prayagraj, and Lucknow, isn’t just another trip with religious & spiritual significance, but this trip is also bound to awaken an inner transformational journey while appreciating the life! Along with all this, you also get to experience the markets, colors, cuisines, and vibrance of these places.

Trip Highlights

1. Dashashwamedh Ghat Ganga Aarti

2. Ganga Boat Ride

3. Kashi Vishwanath Temple (VIP Darshan)

4. Kaal Bhairav Temple

5. Annapurna Temple

6. Sarnath City Tour

7. Varanasi Street Food

8. Banarasi Sarees

9. Triveni Sangam Boat Ride

10. Lete Hanuman Temple Prayagraj

11. Saryu Ghat Ayodhya

12. Ram Mandir Ayodhya

13. Hanuman Garhi Ayodhya

14. Kanak Bhawan Ayodhya

15. Dashrath Mahal Ayodhya

16. Ram ki Paidi Ayodhya

17. Bara Imambara

18. Chhota Imambara

19. Rumi Darwaza Lucknow

20. Clock Tower Lucknow

21. Ambedkar Park Lucknow

22. Unforgettable social experience

Your Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Varanasi | Absorbing the vibes of Varanasi

The trip starts from Varanasi Airport/Railway Station

Pick-up Schedule:

1. 1:15 PM – Varanasi Airport (land latest by 1 PM for this pickup)
2. 2:15 PM – Varanasi Railway Station (arrive at railway station latest by 2 PM)

Note:

If you feel that flights from your city to Varanasi are expensive, then you can consider taking the Vande Bharat Express from Delhi to Varanasi. We can assist with that. If you ain’t able to find a flight/train that suits the above timings, please arrive a day early. We can book your hotel & airport pickup (chargeable basis). Please note that the hotel check-in time is 2 PM. If you are coming early, you can hang out in the common space or explore the city on your own.

Group Introduction & orientation after pickup
Arrival at the hotel, check-in and freshen up
Lunch (cost excluded, feel free to order Ala Carte in the hotel’s restaurant)
Boat Ride in Ganga
Ganga Aarti Experience (Dashashwamedh Ghat, balcony seating)
Back to hotel
Dinner

Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel in Varanasi

Day 2: The Grand Varanasi Temple Tour & Sarnath City

Wake up early
Kashi Vishwanath Temple (VIP Darshan)
Annapurna Temple & Kaal Bhairav Temple
Back to hotel
Breakfast
Sankat Mochan Temple
Durga Temple
Tulsi Manas Temple
Sarnath City Tour
Silk Saree Workshop Visit & Shopping
Back to hotel
Dinner

Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel in Varanasi

Day 3: Varanasi to Ayodhya via Prayagraj | Prayagraj Sightseeing

Early Breakfast
Hotel Check-Out
Drive to Prayagraj (130 km/ 3 hours)
Triveni Sangam Boat Ride
Hanuman Temple
Lunch (cost excluded)
Drive to Ayodhya (170 km/ 4 hours)
Saryu Ghat Aarti
Hotel Check-In
Dinner

Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel in Ayodhya

Day 4: Ayodhya Sights & Darshan | Ayodhya to Lucknow

Breakfast
Hotel Check-Out
Ram Mandir Temple
Hanuman Garhi
Lunch (cost excluded)
Kanak Bhawan
Dashrath Mahal
Ram ki Paidi
Leave for Lucknow (160 km/2.5 hours)
Hotel Check-In
Dinner

Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel in Lucknow

Day 5: Romancing with the City of Nawabs- Lucknow

Breakfast
Bada Imambara
Chhota Imambara
Rumi Darwaza
Lunch (cost excluded)
Clock Tower
Shopping
Ambedkar Park
Back to hotel
Social Evening
Dinner

Overnight stay in a 4-star hotel in Lucknow

Day 6: Departure Day from Lucknow

Breakfast
Hotel Check-out
Drop Schedule:

8:15 AM – First drop to Lucknow Airport (book any flight after 10 AM).
11 AM – Second drop to Lucknow Airport (book any flight after 1 PM)

If you are planning to take a train for your return journey, please connect with us regarding the drop possibilities.

Trip Ends

The trip ends at Lucknow Airport/Railway Station.

Important Information

Cost applicable from Varanasi Airport/Railway Station to Lucknow Airport/Railway Station (add 5% GST to the applicable tariff):

44000 INR per person (regular tariff)

42500 INR per person if you book from the first five seats

After the first 5 seats,

43000 INR if you but book from 6-10 slot

43500 INR per person for two or more people traveling together

43500 INR per person if you are solo but have already traveled with us 🙂

Else, 44000 INR

Note: Single Supplement Upgrade (if you wish to stay alone in the room): 20000 INR

Please note that 5% GST would be added to the final applicable cost.

To make a booking, please contact below:
WhatsApp/ Call: 9999749677
Email: chandni@transformingtravels.com

Flights:

If you wish to join the above trip, we can also try fetching you lesser rates (as compared to online prices) for flights.

All transport from Varanasi Airport/Railway Station to Lucknow Airport/Railway Station in an AC vehicle as per the itinerary. Final vehicle depends on group size.
Stay for 5 nights on a twin-sharing basis in 4-star hotels. If you are friends/a couple traveling together and want the same room, please let us know while booking. Else, pairing for solo travelers is done on the same gender basis.
Day 1: Dinner
Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 4: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 5: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 6: Breakfast
Evening Boat ride in Ganga in Varanasi
Balcony seating during evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat
Kashi Vishwanath VIP Darshan in the morning
Prayagraj Triveni Sangam Boat Ride
All entrance tickets
English Speaking Professional Guides
A 24/7 highly professional and friendly group leader (male/female) throughout the tour

All the meals not listed in Inclusions
Any additional beverages/ snacks/ meals/ items ordered at the place of stay. We request you to settle your bill directly with the staff.
Any side dish or extras which ain’t a part of the set menu of included meals
Any expense on any items/services which are personal such as driver tips, medicines, toiletries, sun protection creams, snacks, laundry, STD calls, etc.
Any extra expenses incurred due to delays arising from bad weather conditions or any unanticipated or uncontrollable conditions
Any alternative vehicles or e-rickshaws required anywhere due to any reasons
Any medical expenses
Any other expenses of any nature not included in the INCLUSIONS section

The group size will be limited to a maximum of 26 people: 25 participants + 1 group leader and a minimum of 6 people: 5 participants + 1 group leader.
If you are booking this trip, you need to be flexible with the type of bedding in the rooms. It could be a double bed or twin beds. Also, we host couples and solo travelers both, in a single group, and we try our best to meet everyone’s requirements but availability becomes an issue in all hotels. Hope you understand the same. We won’t be able to entertain any twin/double bed-related issues during the trip.
This trip price is valid only for participants with any Indian Government issued Identity card else the cost of entrance tickets will differ for non-Indians.
Please note that the hotel rooms may differ slightly from each other in terms of shape, size & view. If you are traveling with the group, please be mentally prepared.
Please carry some snacks for munching as the lunch could be delayed on some days.
A few places in the itinerary want you to dress conservatively. Hence, pack accordingly for temple visits.

A mix of Winter & Summer Clothes
Fully covered clothes for temple visits
Bright-colored clothes for good pictures
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Flip Flops for the hotel
Sunglasses/ Hat/ Headgear
Sunscreen
Refillable Water Bottle
Energy bars/snacks/ dry fruits for munching
Any prescribed medication
A small day pack
Identity proof
POSITIVE ENERGY, ENTHUSIASM & SMILES!

90-71 days before the trip: 95% refund
70-51 days before the trip: 80% refund
41-50 days before the trip: 70% refund
37-40 days before the trip: 40% refund
31-36 days before the trip: 20% refund
Less than 35 days before the trip: No Refund

Please note that the cancellation policy is applicable on the full tariff, not the booking amount.

Participants will be respectful to their fellow guests, organizers, and the hosts
Participants have to show a little degree of flexibility during the tour
It’s the duty of participants to assess whether they are physically fit or not for the tour before joining it
Please note that neither we assign any seats in the vehicle nor do we take any special requests for that. Be it a first seat, window seat, or the last seat, we expect participants to be flexible with their choice considering the fact that it’s a group tour. Although, we encourage participants to shuffle seats with each other during the journey to support each other.
Transforming Travels reserves the right to modify the place of stay or the itinerary without any prior notice.
Every participant should be wearing a mask at all public places. Also, expected to carry a backup mask in case you lose one.
Every participant should carry a personal sanitizer and keep sanitizing their hands at regular intervals.
The laws and customs of the areas we visit can be very different from those we are used to. Be aware of your actions to ensure that they do not offend, especially if you are visiting religious areas. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with and respect local laws and customs. If you fail to do so, we will have no liability to you for any cost, loss, or damage you suffer nor will we refund you the cost of any unused portion of your travel arrangements.
Please note that if a Government rule asks for a negative RT PCR test report for any places that are a part of our itinerary, then it’s your responsibility to get that test done & bring the report.

Important Information

Cost

Cost applicable from Varanasi Airport/Railway Station to Lucknow Airport/Railway Station (add 5% GST to the applicable tariff):

44000 INR per person (regular tariff)

42500 INR per person if you book from the first five seats

After the first 5 seats,

43000 INR if you but book from 6-10 slot

43500 INR per person for two or more people traveling together

43500 INR per person if you are solo but have already traveled with us 🙂

Else, 44000 INR

Note: Single Supplement Upgrade (if you wish to stay alone in the room): 20000 INR

Please note that 5% GST would be added to the final applicable cost.

To make a booking, please contact below:
WhatsApp/ Call: 9999749677
Email: chandni@transformingtravels.com

Flights:

If you wish to join the above trip, we can also try fetching you lesser rates (as compared to online prices) for flights.

Inclusions

All transport from Varanasi Airport/Railway Station to Lucknow Airport/Railway Station in an AC vehicle as per the itinerary. Final vehicle depends on group size.
Stay for 5 nights on a twin-sharing basis in 4-star hotels. If you are friends/a couple traveling together and want the same room, please let us know while booking. Else, pairing for solo travelers is done on the same gender basis.
Day 1: Dinner
Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 4: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 5: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 6: Breakfast
Evening Boat ride in Ganga in Varanasi
Balcony seating during evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat
Kashi Vishwanath VIP Darshan in the morning
Prayagraj Triveni Sangam Boat Ride
All entrance tickets
English Speaking Professional Guides
A 24/7 highly professional and friendly group leader (male/female) throughout the tour

Exclusions

All the meals not listed in Inclusions
Any additional beverages/ snacks/ meals/ items ordered at the place of stay. We request you to settle your bill directly with the staff.
Any side dish or extras which ain’t a part of the set menu of included meals
Any expense on any items/services which are personal such as driver tips, medicines, toiletries, sun protection creams, snacks, laundry, STD calls, etc.
Any extra expenses incurred due to delays arising from bad weather conditions or any unanticipated or uncontrollable conditions
Any alternative vehicles or e-rickshaws required anywhere due to any reasons
Any medical expenses
Any other expenses of any nature not included in the INCLUSIONS section

Basic Info

The group size will be limited to a maximum of 26 people: 25 participants + 1 group leader and a minimum of 6 people: 5 participants + 1 group leader.
If you are booking this trip, you need to be flexible with the type of bedding in the rooms. It could be a double bed or twin beds. Also, we host couples and solo travelers both, in a single group, and we try our best to meet everyone’s requirements but availability becomes an issue in all hotels. Hope you understand the same. We won’t be able to entertain any twin/double bed-related issues during the trip.
This trip price is valid only for participants with any Indian Government issued Identity card else the cost of entrance tickets will differ for non-Indians.
Please note that the hotel rooms may differ slightly from each other in terms of shape, size & view. If you are traveling with the group, please be mentally prepared.
Please carry some snacks for munching as the lunch could be delayed on some days.
A few places in the itinerary want you to dress conservatively. Hence, pack accordingly for temple visits.

Packing List

A mix of Winter & Summer Clothes
Fully covered clothes for temple visits
Bright-colored clothes for good pictures
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Flip Flops for the hotel
Sunglasses/ Hat/ Headgear
Sunscreen
Refillable Water Bottle
Energy bars/snacks/ dry fruits for munching
Any prescribed medication
A small day pack
Identity proof
POSITIVE ENERGY, ENTHUSIASM & SMILES!

Cancellation Policy

90-71 days before the trip: 95% refund
70-51 days before the trip: 80% refund
41-50 days before the trip: 70% refund
37-40 days before the trip: 40% refund
31-36 days before the trip: 20% refund
Less than 35 days before the trip: No Refund

Please note that the cancellation policy is applicable on the full tariff, not the booking amount.

Terms and Conditions

Participants will be respectful to their fellow guests, organizers, and the hosts
Participants have to show a little degree of flexibility during the tour
It’s the duty of participants to assess whether they are physically fit or not for the tour before joining it
Please note that neither we assign any seats in the vehicle nor do we take any special requests for that. Be it a first seat, window seat, or the last seat, we expect participants to be flexible with their choice considering the fact that it’s a group tour. Although, we encourage participants to shuffle seats with each other during the journey to support each other.
Transforming Travels reserves the right to modify the place of stay or the itinerary without any prior notice.
Every participant should be wearing a mask at all public places. Also, expected to carry a backup mask in case you lose one.
Every participant should carry a personal sanitizer and keep sanitizing their hands at regular intervals.
The laws and customs of the areas we visit can be very different from those we are used to. Be aware of your actions to ensure that they do not offend, especially if you are visiting religious areas. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with and respect local laws and customs. If you fail to do so, we will have no liability to you for any cost, loss, or damage you suffer nor will we refund you the cost of any unused portion of your travel arrangements.
Please note that if a Government rule asks for a negative RT PCR test report for any places that are a part of our itinerary, then it’s your responsibility to get that test done & bring the report.

Booking/ Query

To book this trip, please Call/ WhatsApp/ Email using the below-mentioned details.

If you have any questions or concerns, then please feel free to contact us using the below-mentioned details. Alternatively, fill this form and our team will get back to you at their earliest.