Kasi Darshan in 9 days

Banaras arrival and Banaras sightseeing

Banaras Hindu University - One of the largest and oldest universities in the world. Built in 1917 A.D is the largest residential University in India. Spread over an area of 1350 acres, tourists visit this place to experience the age-old tradition of learning and spirituality.

New Vishwanath Temple - The New Vishwanath temple is situated in the premises of Banaras Hindu University (BHU). It was built in 1966 by the Birlas and is open to all. The temple complex consists of 7 temples. The walls of the temple are adorned with the text of Gita.

Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple - This famous Hanuman temple is just 300 meters from Tulsi Manas Temple. It is an ancient temple considered as built by Goswami Tulsidas himself.

TULSI MANAS TEMPLE - Built in 1964 this temple is dedicated to Lord Rama. It is situated at the place where Tulisdas, wrote the epic

Aurangazeb Mosque (Optional) - built by the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. Curiously, the entire lower portion of the mosque is retained as a Hindu temple. The Mosque is at a picturesque location overlooking Panchganga Ghat and is bordered by the majestic Ganges.

Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple - Also known as the Golden Temple. The temple is one of the 12th Jyotirlingas, which are considered the holiest Shiva temples. Varanasi is said to be the point at which the first jyotirlinga. He broke through the Earth’s crust and flared towards the heavens. The temple is traced back to 3500 years.

Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat - Dashashwamedh Ghat is the main ghat in Varanasi on the Ganges river. According to legend, Lord Brahma sacrificed 10 horses in a yajna here, and thus the ghat derived this name. Agni Pooja or Ganga aarti is the famous attraction at this ghat. It is the most vibrant Ghat in Varanasi, which is often crowded with sadhus, sanayasis, beggars and devotees. During the evening aarti, devotees leave earthern lamps in the water to float creating a beautiful scene which is unmatched.

Overnight stay at Varanasi

Banaras to Bodh Gaya 265 km and Bodh Gaya sightseeing

Navigers rep will pick you from the hotel after breakfast and wll proceed for the journey and sightseeing

MUCHALINDA POND - It is said that while Buddha was in deep meditation, a severe storm struck. The Snake King, Muchalinda used his hood so that storm does not disrupt Buddha from his meditation.

MAHABODHI TEMPLE - Mahabodhi Temple complex contains the famous Mahabodhi Temple with the diamond throne (called the Vajrasana) and the holy Bodhi tree. It is believed that about 280 years after the Enlightenment of the Buddha, Emperor Ashoka visited Bodh Gaya, and he built the original Mahabodhi temple.

BODHI TREE - Bodhi Tree is considered sacred by followers of Buddhism as Buddha attained spiritual enlightenment here.

GREAT BUDDHA STATUE - This 80 feet statue was constructed using intricately carved sandstone and red granite.

THAI TEMPLE - This is the only Thai temple located in India. It is built in typical Thai architecture - with sloping roof. The temple gets a majestic look during day time; when sunlight falls over its golden tiles over the roof. The temple was built in the year 1956 by Thailand Monarch.

ROYAL BHUTAN TEMPLE - Royal Bhutan Monastery has wonderful depictions of the life of Buddha.

INDOSAN NIPPONJI - Japanese Temple - Japanese temple of Bodhgaya is built on the pattern of an ancient Japanese wooden Temple and it seems to present a natural beauty without any artificial decoration and design.

Overnight at Gaya/Bodh Gaya

Gaya Sightseeing and Gaya to Varanasi = 265

Navigers rep will pick you from the hotel after breakfast and wll proceed for the journey and sightseeing

SURYA KUND - It is located on the west side of the famous Vishnupad temple. Devotees believe that a holy dip in the pond gets rid them of their sins.

VISHNUPAD MANDIR - Vishnupad Temple is sacred Hindu temple. The Gaya city has been developed around the temple. The temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. According to believers and religious texts, the footprints inside the temple are those of Lord Vishnu. The temple complex is quite big and houses many images of different Gods and Goddesses. There are many other shrines in and around the temple. Vishnupaada Temple is the most sacred site of offerings for the ancestors.

MANGLA GAURI, SHAKTI PEETHAM - The Mangala Gauri Temple is dedicated to Ma Mangala Gauri, a benevolent incarnation of Shakti. The present temple was built in the 15th century. It is believed that during Shiva’s Tandav after Sati’s self immolation, her breasts fell in this place. The temple is one of the 51 Shaktipeetha Temples.

After lunch we shall proceed for Varanasi in Navigers private car. Overnight at Varanasi

Varanasi to Allahabad (130 km) and Allahabad sightseeing. Night at Allahabad

Visit to Anand Bhavan and Sangam for a holy bath in the evening and Market in the late evening

Allahabad to Lucknow (200 km) and Lucknow sightseeing. Night at Lucknow

JAMA MASJID - Jama Masjid was constructed in the year 1423 by Sultan Ahmed Shah. It is built entirely with yellow sandstone.

CHOTA IMAMBARA - Chota Imambara is another historical complex built in 1838 by Nawab Muhammad Shah Ali. The interiors of the monument are decorated beautifully with elaborate chandeliers, mirrors with gold frames, the majestic throne of the King can be seen. There are small miniatures of the Taj Mahal on either side of the monument. It has a beautiful pond also.

BARA IMAMBARA - Bara Imambara is a shrine built by the Nawab Asaf-ud-daula in 1784. The complex includes the Asfi mosque and the Bhulbhulaiya.

THE BRITISH RESIDENCY - British Residency is currently regarded as a National Monument. It is the place where the historic battle known as the Seige of Lucknow was fought in 1857. The site was then the residence of the British Resident General which was stormed during the battle. The structure though in ruins after the battle has still been preserved till date with the bullet grazed walls and is surrounded by gardens.

AMINABAD

CHATTAR MANZIL - Chattar Manzil literally means the Umbrella Palace and was the residence to the Nawabs of Awadh. The palace was constructed in the 1780.

MOTI MAHAL - Moti Mahal is also known as Palace of Pearls. The Moti Mahal is located on the borders of Gomti river and provides a spectacular view of the city

Ambedkar Park - Also called Elephant park, is spread across an area of 107 acres of land. The entire monument is built in red sandstone which was brought from Rajasthan.

Lucknow to Ayodhaya transfer (140 km) and Ayodhaya sightseeing. Night at Ayodhaya

Ayodhya - one of Hinduism's seven holy cities. It's major pilgrimage centre since it is not only the birthplace of Rama, it's also connected with many events in the Ramayana. Ayodhya during ancient times was known as Kosaldesa. The Atharvaveda describes it as “a city built by gods and being as prosperous as paradise itself”. The ancient city of Ayodhya, according to the Ramayana, was founded by Manu, the law-giver of the Hindus. For centuries, it was the capital of the descendants of the Surya dynasty of which lord Rama was the most celebrated king. Ayodhya is pre-eminently a city of temples yet, all the places of worship here, are not only of Hindu religion.

RAM JANMABHOOMI-BABRI MASJID - The place is considered to be the birthplace of Lord Ram. The original temple was said to have been demolished by the Mughal emperor Babur in 1528 AD and built a mosque at the site. The mosque however was demolished in 1992

RAMKOT - Ramkot is the chief place of worship in Ayodhya. Supposedly the fort of Lord Rama once existed on this site.

HANUMAN GARHI - Hanuman Garhi is a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman. The temple is built in the shape of a fort and one needs to climb 76 steps to reach the temple. Legend has it that Hanuman lived here in a cave and guarded the Janambhoomi

MANI PARVAT TEMPLE - The 65-ft high Mani Parbat is believed to be a portion of the hill containing Sanjivini Booti (a herb) which fell down when Hanuman was carrying it to Lanka.

NAYA GHAT - Enjoy the time on the river bank Saryu/Ghaghara river and Night at Ayodhayaya

Navigers rep will transfer your from Ayodhaya to Varanasi (214 km) and will drop you at the hotel. Evening free to explore self

Navigers rep will pick you from the hotel and take you for Sarnath monument sightseeing. This sightseeing is more of exploring 1000 years old monument heritage and significant for Gautam Buddha enlightenment. Later Navigers rep will drop you back at the hotel for the night

Navigers rep will pick you from the hotel and will drop you at the Airport/Railway/Bus for the final departure