Take an early flight from Mumbai to Ayodhya (direct if available) so you arrive with time to settle; if direct flights are limited, fly to Lucknow and take a 3–4 hour private car to Ayodhya. Flying early is best for travelling with a toddler and to use the afternoon for darshan and rest.
Check in at a family-friendly, decent hotel near the Ram Mandir — request a ground-floor / connecting room for ease with your 2-year-old and ask the hotel to prepare pure-vegetarian meals. Good properties to consider: family-oriented mid-range hotels or well-reviewed pure-veg / veg-friendly properties listed on major booking sites.
Visit the Shree Ram Mandir for darshan and to experience the temple complex; the temple is a must-see and is typically open from early morning to evening (commonly around 6:00am–9:00pm, but check the temple's official timings/slot booking on the travel day).
Have a calm, toddler-friendly lunch at your hotel’s restaurant (pure vegetarian on request) or at a nearby pure-veg outlet/chain (many towns have Haldiram's / Bikanervala or local pure-veg thali places). Choose a light Indian thali or dal–roti dishes for easy digestion.
Stroll the Saryu Ghat — peaceful riverside walks, photo-ops and gentle baby-friendly promenades; it’s open all day and is lovely in late afternoon when temperatures are cooler. Stay for the evening aarti at the ghat around sunset (timing varies by season, typically ~6:00–7:00pm).
Return to the hotel for an early, restful pure-vegetarian dinner (dal, sabzi, rice, rotis), ideal when travelling with a toddler; request simple, non-spicy preparations if needed.
Have a leisurely vegetarian breakfast at the hotel (options like poha, idli, paratha or upma are toddler-friendly). Confirm packed snacks for the road to Prayagraj.
Depart by private car/tempo traveller for Prayagraj (approx. 3.5–4 hours depending on traffic). A comfortable private transfer gives flexibility with stops for the toddler and makes the journey smoother than public transport.
Check in to a family-friendly hotel in Prayagraj; for lunch choose the hotel restaurant or a well-reviewed pure-veg restaurant (many local hotels and chains serve pure-vegetarian thalis and North Indian meals).
Visit Triveni Ghat for the evening Ganga aarti (typically around sunset, roughly 6:00–7:00pm). You can watch from the ghat or take a short boat ride for a river-level view (boats commonly operate until dusk).
Dinner at the hotel or a nearby pure-veg restaurant — choose light northerly fare like dal, paneer preparations and steamed rice for an easy meal for the toddler.
Check in at a comfortable, family-friendly hotel near the ghats (ask for a room with easy access/stairs avoided). For lunch, choose the hotel’s vegetarian menu or a trusted pure-veg restaurant—many hotels offer sattvic / pure-veg options on request.
Visit Kashi Vishwanath — the main shrine is a core spiritual stop. Temple timings are typically early morning and again evening (commonly 4:00am–11:00am and 5:00pm–9:30pm), so if afternoon darshan windows are limited you may plan for evening darshan; check same-day timings and entry procedures (paid fast-track darshan options may exist).
Attend the famous Ganga aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat (usually at sunset, around 6:00–7:00pm). Arrive early for a comfortable spot; an optional short boat trip offers a front-row view (boats run before/around aarti time).
Dinner at the hotel or a nearby well-reviewed pure-veg restaurant. Varanasi hotels are typically accommodating for vegetarian families and can prepare simple toddler-friendly dishes.
Take an early morning boat ride from Assi or Dashashwamedh Ghat to watch sunrise rituals — boats typically operate from around 5:00am to mid-morning; this is serene and toddler-friendly in calmer hours. Bring water, sun protection and light snacks.
Drive ~30 minutes to Sarnath (Buddhist site) to see the Dhamek Stupa, museum and peaceful grounds (Sarnath Archaeological Museum typically open 9:30am–5:00pm). It’s quiet and stroller-friendly in many areas and offers shade and easy walks.
Return to Varanasi and enjoy a relaxed vegetarian lunch (try mild local specialities like lassi, kachori, chaat from reputable pure-veg outlets or hotel kitchens). Keep portions small for the toddler.
Afternoon at leisure: gentle walk near Vishwanath Gali and the ghats, or rest at the hotel. If you choose to shop, pick one or two stores for handloom Banarasi fabrics and return to the hotel early if the toddler needs rest.
Another short evening visit to the ghats for a quieter aarti or a relaxed riverside walk; this is useful if you want a less-crowded experience than Dashashwamedh.
Final dinner in Varanasi at the hotel or a nearby pure-veg eatery. Confirm meal timing with the kitchen so the toddler can eat early, and choose simple dishes.
Private transfer from the hotel to Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (Varanasi) — plan 45–60 minutes depending on hotel location and traffic. Aim to arrive 90 minutes before domestic departure.
Arrive in Mumbai and proceed home with memories of the pilgrimage. If needed, plan for a short rest period on arrival to help the toddler recover from travel.