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Sacred Journey: Ayodhya & Varanasi

Sanjay Kumar Jain

16 Jan 2024

Embark on a spiritual odyssey through the holy cities of Ayodhya and Varanasi. Discover ancient temples, serene ghats, and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Uttar Pradesh, India.

Trip to Ayodhya

Day 1Divine Beginnings: Badi Devkali Devi Temple & Sri Ram Vallabha Kunj Janki Ghat Ayodhya Ji
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$32

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$ 4

Badi Devkali Devi Temple
Peaceful Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Rama, with colorful buildings, a large pool & many monkeys.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$19
17 - 21 min

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Sri Ram Vallabha Kunj Janki Ghat Ayodhya Ji
Temple complex dedicated to Rama, with bright red exterior walls & lavishly garlanded statues.
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
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$13
Day 2Royal Abode: Janki Mahal & Shri Hanuman Garhi Mandir
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$44

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$ 4

Janki Mahal
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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$19
11 - 14 min

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Shri Hanuman Garhi Mandir
Prominent temple to Lord Hanuman with many steps leading to its entrance & a large statue.
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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$25
Day 3Tranquil Retreat: Tulsi Udyan & Dashrath Mahal Ayodhya
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$44

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$ 4

Tulsi Udyan
Peaceful garden dedicated to Goswami Tulsidas Ji featuring ornate monuments, trees & benches.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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$19
6 - 8 min

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Dashrath Mahal Ayodhya
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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$25

Budget breakdown: $240 In total

Activities & Food:$222
Transport:$19

Trip to Varanasi

Day 1Divine Beginnings: Badi Devkali Devi Temple & Sri Ram Vallabha Kunj Janki Ghat Ayodhya Ji
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$20

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$ 3

Dashashwamedh Ghat
Bustling riverside steps down to the Ganges River, used for religious rituals daily.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
61 - 74 min

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Sarnath Buddhist Temple
Expansive Buddhist temple complex with a museum, multiple shrines & an archaeological excavation.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$20
Day 2Royal Abode: Janki Mahal & Shri Hanuman Garhi Mandir
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$45

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$ 3

Manikarnika Ghat - Manikarnika Mahashamshan Ghat
One of the city's oldest ghats, this iconic site is a storied spot for traditional Hindu cremations.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$25
28 - 34 min

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Ramnagar Fort
Sandstone fort & royal residence with a museum that has vintage cars, costumes, an armory & more.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$20
Day 3Tranquil Retreat: Tulsi Udyan & Dashrath Mahal Ayodhya
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$38

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$ 3

Dhamekh Stupa, Sarnath
Circular stone 43m-tall Buddhist shrine with bird & script carvings, dating back to 500 CE.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$38
29 - 35 min

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Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Landmark riverside temple to Shiva, known for its 18th-century gold-plated spire and sacred well.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $240 In total

Activities & Food:$222
Transport:$19