Embark on an enriching pilgrimage journey across the heart of India with our "Across the Heart of India: Ayodhya, Varanasi, and Bodh Gaya Pilgrimage" tour. Delve into the spiritual resonance of Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Rama, before immersing yourself in the mystical aura of Varanasi, the oldest living city. Witness the sacred rituals along the ghats of the Ganges and explore the spiritual landmarks.
Highlights
- Witness the sacred rituals along the ghats of the Ganges and explore the spiritual landmarks
- Let this transformative pilgrimage unveil the profound cultural and religious heritage of India's spiritual heartland
- Breakfast
- Assistance on arrival at the airport.
- 4 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
What to expect
Embark on an enriching pilgrimage journey across the heart of India with our "Across the Heart of India: Ayodhya, Varanasi, and Bodh Gaya Pilgrimage" tour. Delve into the spiritual resonance of Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Rama, before immersing yourself in the mystical aura of Varanasi, the oldest living city. Witness the sacred rituals along the ghats of the Ganges and explore the spiritual landmarks. Continue your spiritual odyssey to Bodh Gaya, where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment, visiting the Mahabodhi Temple Complex and other revered sites. Let this transformative pilgrimage unveil the profound cultural and religious heritage of India's spiritual heartland.
Ways to book it
Price with 3 star hotels5 days · We pick customers up · Private · Small group
from $2,039.00per person
Price with 4 star hotels5 days · We pick customers up · Private · Small group
from $2,353.00per person
Price with 5 star hotels5 days · We pick customers up · Private · Small group
from $2,847.00per person
Tour Price Without Hotels5 days · We pick customers up · Private · Small group
from $1,504.00per person
What's included
- Breakfast
- Assistance on arrival at the airport.
- 4 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
- Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
- English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
- Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
- Bottled drinking water in the car.
- Government taxes.
- Any flight ticket.
- Camera charges at monuments if any.
- Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
- Gratuities and optional activities.
Pickup
Pickup arranged by the operator; the exact place and time are confirmed after booking.
Know before you go
Not suitable for pets
Infant seats unavailable
Wheelchair accessible
Not wheelchair accessible
Hotels used or similar
Mumbai x 2 nights
3* - Hotel Suba Palace/ BW Hotel Sahil
4* - Sun-N-Sand Hotel/ Fariyas Hotel
5* - Trident Hotel/ ITC Grand Central
Aurangabad x 2 nights
3* - Keys Hotel The Aures/ Aurangabad Gymkhana Club
4* - Ambassador Ajanta / VITS Hotel
5* - WelcomHotel Rama International / Lemon Tree Hotel
Hyderabad x 2 nights
3* - Aditya Park/ Lemon Tree Hotel
4* - Lemon Tree Hotel/ Fortune Park Vallabha
5* - ITC Kakatiya, a Luxury Collection/ Trident Hotel
Puri x 2 nights
3* - Toshali Sands/ Blue Lily Beach Resort
4* - The Hans Coco Palms/ The Chariot Resort & spa
5* - Mayfair Waves
Kolkata x 2 night
3* - Regenta Orko's/ The Fern Residency
4* - The Peerless Inn/ The Fern Residency
5* - ITC Sonar, a Luxury Collection/ The Lalit Great Eastern
Bodhgaya x 2 night
3* - Hotel Taj Darbar/ Hotel Mahamaya
4* & 5* - The Royal Residency/ Lotus Nikko Hotel
Varanasi x 2 nights
3* - Meraden Grand/ Amaya Hotel
4* - Rivatas by Ideal/ Palace On Ganges
5* - Radisson Hotel/ Gateway Hotel Taj
Lucknow x 2 nights
3* - Sapna Clarks Inn/ Hotel Lineage
4* - Lemon Tree Hotel/ La Place Sarovar Portico
5* - Renaissance Hotel/ Hyatt Regency
Khajuraho x 1 night
3* - Ramada/Clarks Hotel
4* - Ramada/Clarks Hotel
5* - Radisson Hotel/ Hotel Chandela
Panna National Park x 2 nights
3* - Greetoe Resorts
4* - Tuli Tiger Corridor/ Pench Jungle Camp
5* - Sarai at Toria/ Pugdundee Safaris Pench Tree Lodge
Orchha x 1 night
3* & 4* - Orchha Resort/ Amar Mahal
5* - Orchha Palace and Convention Centrerchha x 1 night
Agra x 1 nights
3* - Howard Plaza the Fern/ Atulyaa Taj
4* - Radission Hotel/ Crystal Sarovar Premier
5* - Trident Hotel/ Courtyard by Marriott
Jaipur x 2 nights
3* - Redfox Hotel/ Park Ocean
4* - Fortune Select Metropolitan/ Lemon Tree Premier
5* - ITC Rajputana/ Hilton Jaipur
Delhi x 1 nights
3* - Madhuban Hotel/ Meridian Plaza
4* - The Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & Suite Saket
5* - Le Meridien/ The Claridges
As per your flight schedule, coordinated pickup will be arranged from Maharshi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhya (AYJ). A private chauffeur-driven air-conditioned vehicle will be provided for the entire tour. Pickup is also available from all hotels, residences, and other accommodations in Ayodhya/Faizabad. Travelers arriving at the airport will be welcomed and assisted by our office executive. Please provide your hotel or flight details at least 3 days before the tour. Office executive and driver contact details will be shared one day prior to the tour.
Cancellation
Non-refundable.
Questions people ask
What is included in the Ayodhya, Varanasi and Bodh Gaya tour?
The tour includes breakfast, airport arrival assistance, a private air-conditioned car or van for transfers and sightseeing, an English-speaking local guide in each city, monument entrance fees as listed in the itinerary, bottled water in the car and government taxes.
Are flights included in the tour price?
No, flight tickets are not included and must be arranged separately.
Where does pickup happen for the Ayodhya tour?
Pickup is arranged from Maharshi Valmiki International Airport (AYJ) in Ayodhya, or from hotels and residences in Ayodhya and Faizabad, coordinated with your flight schedule.
What will I see in Bodh Gaya on this tour?
In Bodh Gaya, the itinerary includes the Mahabodhi Temple Complex and other sites connected to the Buddha's enlightenment.
Is accommodation included in the tour?
Accommodation is optional and can be added for the nights listed against each city, with a choice of hotel categories.