Varanasi, also known as Banaras, and Prayagraj, also known as Allahabad, are two important cities located in the state of Uttar Pradesh in India. Both cities are known for their rich cultural heritage, ancient temples, and historical significance.
Arrive in Varanasi and check-in to your hotel. Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most sacred Hindu temples in India. Explore the narrow lanes of the old city and witness the daily life of the locals In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony, a beautiful ritual performed on the banks of the Ganges
After breakfast, visit other important temples like the Sankat Mochan Temple and the Durga Temple. Take a boat ride on the Ganges and witness the sunrise over the river. Visit the Manikarnika Ghat, one of the most important cremation grounds in India In the afternoon, visit the Ramnagar Fort, a historical fort located on the banks of the Ganges. Return to your hotel in Varanasi and rest for the day.
After breakfast, take a day trip to Sarnath, an important Buddhist pilgrimage site located just 10 km from Varanasi. Visit the Dhamek Stupa, a magnificent structure built by Emperor Ashoka in 249 BCE. Explore other Buddhist temples and monasteries in Sarnath In the afternoon, drive to Prayagraj (approx. 3 hours). Check-in to your hotel in Prayagraj and rest for the day.
After breakfast, visit the Allahabad Fort, a historical fort built during the Mughal era. Visit the Anand Bhawan, a historical house museum of the Nehru family. In the evening, visit the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers. Return to your hotel in Prayagraj and rest for the day
After breakfast, check-out from your hotel and depart for your onward journey.
