1 Night / 2 Days Ayodhya Tour Package

Package Essentials

• Duration: 2 days / 1 night with centrally located 3-star or better stay.¹
• Suited for: Ram devotees, weekend pilgrims, families, cultural travellers reconnecting with the Ramayana epic.²
• Core inclusions: Ram Janmabhoomi darshan assistance, Hanuman Garhi climb, Kanak Bhawan, Saryu Aarti, optional light & sound show.

Day 1 · Arrival & Sacred Core

Arrivals – Pickup from Ayodhya Airport (Maharishi Valmiki International) or Ayodhya Junction; optional transfers from Lucknow (140 km) or Varanasi (200 km).[^^arrival]

Hotel check-in – Verified 3-star properties with quick darshan access; welcome drink, briefing, lunch slot.³

Temple Trail (13:00 – 17:00)

1. Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple – Structured darshan with locker guidance, security protocol briefing and post-prasad photography stops.⁴
2. Hanuman Garhi – 76-step ascent to cave temple honouring Lord Hanuman; panoramic Ayodhya views.⁵
3. Kanak Bhawan & Sita Ki Rasoi – Gold-plated Rama–Sita idols, symbolic royal kitchen with traditional utensils.⁶
4. Dashrath Mahal (Ramkot) – Historical palace footprint narrating Rama’s childhood legends.⁷

Teatime break – Street chai in kulhads, samosa/pakora tasting near temple lanes.⁸

Saryu Evening (17:30 – 20:00)

• Ram Ki Paidi ghats – Sunset ambience, devotees taking holy dips, photography pointers.⁹
• Saryu Aarti – Serene 30-minute ritual with diyas and Sanskrit chanting (arrive 20 mins early).[^^aarti]
• Light & Sound Show (optional) – Ramayana narrated via lights & audio, starts ~19:00 (ticketed).[^^lss]

Dinner & Overnight – Sattvic thali or Punjabi spread at preferred restaurant; overnight at hotel.

Day 2 · Extended Circuit & Departure

Sunrise option (06:00 – 07:30) – Morning darshan repeat, Ram Ki Paidi sunrise, or yoga/meditation session.¹⁰

Breakfast (08:00 – 09:00) – Hotel buffet or local poori-halwa, kachori-sabzi, jalebi from trusted stalls.¹¹

Heritage & Cultural Sites (09:00 – 12:30)

• Nageshwarnath Temple – Ancient Shiva shrine linked to Kush, son of Rama.¹²
• Ramkatha Park – Ramayana sculptures, landscaped gardens, family-friendly halt.¹³
• Tulsi Smarak Bhavan Museum – Manuscripts, Ramcharitmanas exhibits, cultural library.¹⁴
• Guptar Ghat – Believed spot of Rama’s Jal Samadhi on Saryu river.¹⁵

Market & Food Crawl (12:30 – 14:00)

• Souvenir hunt: Ram idols, Rudraksha malas, scriptures, local sweets (peda, laddu).¹⁶
• Food favourites: Aloo tikki chaat, kulhad lassi, thandai.¹⁷

Lunch, Checkout & Departure (14:00 onwards) – Tailored drop at airport/rail or onward transfer to Lucknow/Varanasi.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Included	Notes
Hotel	1 night double/twin sharing with breakfast
Transport	Private AC sedan/SUV throughout, driver allowances, tolls
Experiences	Ram Janmabhoomi guidance, Saryu Aarti seating, storyteller-guide
Utilities	Bottled water, sanitizer packs, prayer kits

Excludes: Lunch/dinner (unless MAP/AP), VIP darshan tickets, donations, camera fees, personal shopping, insurance, tips.

Pricing Bands (per person, twin sharing)

Tier	Profile	Range
Budget	Clean 2-3 star stay, breakfast only	₹1,199 – 3,000
Standard	Quality 3-star, breakfast + dinner	₹4,000 – 6,000
Deluxe	4-star, all meals, guide + VIP support	₹7,000 – 10,000
Luxury	Best available stay, bespoke services	₹12,000+

Booking Checklist

1. Reserve 10–15 days ahead for festivals (Ram Navami, Diwali, Deepotsav); 5–7 days in shoulder months.¹⁸
2. Carry original ID proof for security at Ram Janmabhoomi; mobiles not permitted inside (lockers provided).
3. Dress modestly; covered shoulders/knees mandated, socks recommended for multi-temple visits.
4. Share dietary preferences (Jain, sattvic, vegan) for curated dining stops.
5. Notify mobility constraints to plan assistance for Hanuman Garhi steps.

Kashi Taxi Promise (Ayodhya Edition)

• On-ground liaison for real-time darshan queue intel and festival detour alerts.
• Trusted hospitality & drivers vetted every quarter.
• WhatsApp concierge to tweak plans, arrange emergency doctor visits, or coordinate meal deliveries.
• Post-tour follow-up for feedback and future pilgrimage planning.

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Footnotes

1. Ayodhya Insider package matrix, 2025. ↩

2. CRM pilgrim personas, updated Sept 2025. ↩

3. Partner hotel audit sheet, July 2025. ↩

4. Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra visitor guide, 2025. ↩

5. Hanuman Garhi trust notice, 2024. ↩

6. Kanak Bhawan pamphlet, 2024. ↩

7. Ayodhya archaeology department brief, 2023. ↩

8. Local food crawl notes, Aug 2025. ↩

9. Ayodhya Tourism aarti schedule, 2025. ↩

10. Ram Ki Paidi sunrise photographer notes, 2024. ↩

11. Sattvic breakfast crawl field log, 2025. ↩

12. Nageshwarnath Mandir timings, 2025. ↩

13. Ayodhya Development Authority park brochure, 2024. ↩

14. Tulsi Smarak Bhavan museum guide, 2024. ↩

15. Saryu riverfront heritage study, 2023. ↩

16. Ayodhya bazaar merchant interviews, 2025. ↩

17. Local snack crawl documentation, Aug 2025. ↩

18. Festival occupancy analytics, Oct 2025. ↩