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5-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Ayodhya, Varanasi, and Prayagraj in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Ayodhya
    2 hours 27 minutes (136.5 km) from Lucknow Airport

    In the morning, visit the Ram Janmabhoomi temple, which is the birthplace of Lord Rama. In the afternoon, head to the Hanuman Garhi temple, which is dedicated to Lord Hanuman. End your day by taking a boat ride on the Saryu river to witness the beautiful sunset.

  2. Day 2: Varanasi
    4 hours 39 minutes (235.5 km) from Ayodhya

    In the morning, visit the Kashi Vishwanath temple, one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. In the afternoon, explore the narrow streets of Varanasi and try some local delicacies. In the evening, witness the famous Ganga Aarti at the Dashashwamedh Ghat.

  3. Day 3: Varanasi
    9 minutes (2.8 km) from the previous location

    In the morning, take a boat ride on the Ganges river and visit the Manikarnika and Harishchandra Ghats, which are famous for their cremation rituals. In the afternoon, visit the Banaras Hindu University and explore the campus. In the evening, attend a classical music or dance performance at the Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum.

  4. Day 4: Prayagraj
    3 hours 31 minutes (126.4 km) from Varanasi

    In the morning, visit the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers. Take a boat ride to see the confluence from up close. In the afternoon, visit the Allahabad Fort and the Ashoka Pillar. End your day by taking a stroll at the Khusro Bagh and enjoying some local street food.

  5. Day 5: Prayagraj
    20 minutes (7.4 km) from the previous location

    In the morning, visit the Anand Bhawan Museum, which was the home of the Nehru family. In the afternoon, visit the Alopi Devi Mandir, a famous temple dedicated to the Hindu goddess Sati. End your day by shopping for souvenirs at the Civil Lines market.

Recommendations

If you have more time, you can consider visiting the Sarnath Museum in Varanasi, where you can see ancient Buddhist artifacts. Another side trip you can take is to the Chitrakoot Waterfall, which is about 2 hours from Ayodhya. To maximize your fun, try some local street food and sweets, such as the famous Banarasi paan and lassi. Finally, make sure to pack comfortable walking shoes and light clothing as it can get quite hot and humid in June.

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