Overview

A three-day pilgrimage weaving together Ayodhya’s Ram Janmabhoomi energy with Varanasi’s Shaivite aura. Seamless intercity transfers, concierge-backed temple access, and heritage storytelling keep the focus on devotion—not logistics.[^overview]

  • Distance: 200–220 km between cities (≈5 hrs drive).[^distance]
  • Best for: Pilgrim families, Ram–Shiva devotees, festival travellers, first-time visitors to UP’s holy circuit.[^audience]

Routing Options

  1. Varanasi → Ayodhya (popular) – Arrive in Kashi, end in Ayodhya for Ram Janmabhoomi darshan.[^routing]
  2. Ayodhya → Varanasi – Preferred when flights/rails land in Ayodhya first.

The base itinerary below follows Option 1.

Day 1 · Welcome to Kashi

  • Meet-and-greet at Varanasi airport/rail, hotel check-in, briefing over welcome drink.[^arrival]
  • Kaal Bhairav Temple – Seek guardian permission before entering Kashi circuit.[^kaal]
  • Kashi Vishwanath + Annapurna – Sugam Darshan (₹300) assistance, prasad arrangements, locker management.[^kv]
  • Old City Heritage Walk – Silk looms, handicraft alleys, ritual markets.[^oldcity]
  • Sunset Boat & Dashashwamedh Ganga Aarti – Reserved seating/boat vantage, synchronized lamps, devotional chants.[^aarti]
  • Dinner & overnight stay in Varanasi.

Day-by-Day Breakdown

Day 1 · Welcome to Kashi
Airport Taxi 600x400

Meet-and-greet at Varanasi airport/rail, hotel check-in, briefing over welcome drink.[^arrival]

Kal Bhairav Temple Guide

Kaal Bhairav Temple

Seek guardian permission before entering Kashi circuit.[^kaal]

Vishwanath Mandir Evenging Square Outside

Kashi Vishwanath + Annapurna

Sugam Darshan (₹300) assistance, prasad arrangements, locker management.[^kv]

Varanasi Evening Aarti Ritual 2025

Old City Heritage Walk

Silk looms, handicraft alleys, ritual markets.[^oldcity]

Dashashwamedh Aarti Platforms 2025
EVENING

Sunset Boat & Dashashwamedh Ganga Aarti

Reserved seating/boat vantage, synchronized lamps, devotional chants.[^aarti]

Varanasi Night Boat Ghat P
NIGHT

Dinner & overnight stay in Varanasi.

Day 2 · Varanasi Deep Dive + Drive to Ayodhya

Morning:

  • Subah-e-Banaras sunrise boat at Assi Ghat, golden hour photography, morning rituals.[^subah]
  • Breakfast – Hotel buffet or kachori-sabzi + jalebi trail.[^food]
  • Temple loop: Sankat Mochan, Durga Kund, Tulsi Manas, BHU’s New Vishwanath Temple.[^temples]
  • Sarnath (optional, schedule permitting): Dhamek Stupa, museum (Fri closed), 80-ft Buddha.[^sarnath]

Afternoon transfer:

  • Private AC cab Varanasi → Ayodhya via NH19/NH27 (4–5 hrs) with curated rest stops.[^drive]

Evening in Ayodhya:

  • Hotel check-in, rest.
  • Saryu Aarti at Ram Ki Paidi – Serene diyas and chants on the riverfront.[^saryu]
  • Optional light & sound show narrating Ramayana.[^lss]
Day 2 · Varanasi Deep Dive + Drive to Ayodhya
Ganga Boat Birds Ghats Morning L
MORNING

Morning:

Varanasi Assi Ghat Sunrise
SUNRISE

Subah-e-Banaras sunrise boat

at Assi Ghat, golden hour photography, morning rituals.[^subah]

Banarasi street food vendors near the ghats

Breakfast

Hotel buffet or kachori-sabzi + jalebi trail.[^food]

Vishwanath Mandir Evenging Square Outside

Temple loop:

Sankat Mochan, Durga Kund, Tulsi Manas, BHU’s New Vishwanath Temple.[^temples]

Sarnath Stoopa Square Beautiful Large

Sarnath (optional, schedule permitting):

Dhamek Stupa, museum (Fri closed), 80-ft Buddha.[^sarnath]

Panoramic view of Varanasi ghats
MIDDAY

Afternoon transfer:

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Private AC cab Varanasi → Ayodhya via NH19/NH27 (4–5 hrs) with curated rest stops.[^drive]

Assi Aarti Evening P 3
EVENING

Evening in Ayodhya:

Varanasi Jan Checklist

Hotel check-in, rest.

Ganga Aarti Square

Saryu Aarti at Ram Ki Paidi

Serene diyas and chants on the riverfront.[^saryu]

Asset Light Transition

Optional light & sound show narrating Ramayana.[^lss]

Day 3 · Ayodhya Darshan & Departure

  • Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple – Guided darshan flow, locker support, best practice briefing.[^ramjanm]
  • Hanuman Garhi – 76-step climb to cave temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman.[^hanuman]
  • Kanak Bhawan + Sita Ki Rasoi – Gold-plated Rama-Sita idols, symbolic royal kitchen.[^kanak]
  • Dashrath Mahal, Nageshwarnath Temple – Royal heritage and ancient Shiva shrine.[^nagesh]
  • Optional extensions: Ram Ki Paidi stroll, Guptar Ghat, Tulsi Smarak Bhavan.[^optional]
  • Lunch, souvenir shopping (pedas, idols, Rudraksha).[^^shopping]
  • Depart from Ayodhya airport/rail or return by cab to Varanasi for onward travel.
Day 3 · Ayodhya Darshan & Departure
Kashi Vishwanath Darshan Guide

Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple

Guided darshan flow, locker support, best practice briefing.[^ramjanm]

Kal Bhairav Temple Guide

Hanuman Garhi

76-step climb to cave temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman.[^hanuman]

Bike Royal Enfield

Kanak Bhawan + Sita Ki Rasoi

Gold-plated Rama-Sita idols, symbolic royal kitchen.[^kanak]

Kal Bhairav Temple Guide

Dashrath Mahal, Nageshwarnath Temple

Royal heritage and ancient Shiva shrine.[^nagesh]

Ganga Boat Birds Ghats Morning L

Optional extensions

Ram Ki Paidi stroll, Guptar Ghat, Tulsi Smarak Bhavan.[^optional]

Evening bustle along Varanasi ghats

Lunch, souvenir shopping (pedas, idols, Rudraksha).[^^shopping]

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Depart from Ayodhya airport/rail or return by cab to Varanasi for onward travel.

Inclusions & Logistics

Included Details
Hotels 1 night Varanasi + 1 night Ayodhya (3-star baseline, upgradable)
Meals Breakfast daily (MAP/AP optional add-ons)
Transport Private AC cab from arrival to departure, driver allowances, tolls, parking
Experiences Sunset + sunrise boats, Ganga & Saryu Aartis, guided temple circuits
Support English-speaking storyteller guide, concierge on WhatsApp, darshan coordination

Excludes: Lunch/dinner (unless upgraded), VIP tickets, donations, camera fees, personal expenses, insurance, gratuities.

Investment Guide (per person, twin sharing)

Tier Profile Range
Budget Standard 3-star, breakfast-only ₹8,499 – 12,000
Standard Enhanced hotels + some meals + private guide ₹15,000 – 20,000
Deluxe 4-star stays, all meals, VIP darshan support ₹24,000 – 29,000
Luxury 5-star/heritage mix, bespoke add-ons ₹35,000+

Booking Intelligence

  • Festivals (Ram Navami, Diwali, Dev Deepawali) demand 10–15 day advance confirmation.1
  • Submit ID proofs for temple fast-track assistance and hotel check-ins.
  • Share dietary preferences (sattvic, Jain, vegan) to align meals in both cities.
  • Mention mobility constraints—Hanuman Garhi & Ram Janmabhoomi have stair segments.

Add-On Ideas

  • VIP darshan corridors at key temples.
  • Heritage boat with décor for Aarti.
  • Private classical music recital in Varanasi.
  • Yoga/meditation session on Saryu or Ganga ghats.
  • Prayagraj (Triveni Sangam) day extension.

Why Travellers Trust Kashi Taxi

  • Dual-city network: Local teams in both Kashi and Ayodhya for on-ground agility.
  • Festival intelligence: Live updates on crowd movement, security closures, convoy advisories.
  • Curated partners: Verified hotels, boats, drivers, guides—each audited quarterly.
  • Transparent billing: GST invoices, no hidden temple “commissions,” pay-in-advance clarity.

Footnotes

  1. Festival occupancy analysis, Oct 2025. ↩

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