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Ayodhya, Varanasi, Prayagraj Family Friendly Itinerary - June 2023

  1. Day 1: Ayodhya
    2 hours 30 minutes (85 miles) from Lucknow Airport

    In the morning, visit the Ram Janmabhoomi temple, followed by a visit to the Hanuman Garhi temple. For lunch, head to Biryani Mahal, famous for its delicious dum biryani. Spend the afternoon at the Kanak Bhawan temple and the evening taking a peaceful boat ride at the Saryu River.

  2. Day 2: Varanasi
    4 hours 30 minutes (135 miles) from Ayodhya

    In the morning, visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, also known as the Golden Temple. For lunch, try the local delicacy, chaat, at Kashi Chaat Bhandar. Spend the afternoon exploring the ancient ruins of Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon. In the evening, witness the famous Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dasaswamedh Ghat.

  3. Day 3: Varanasi
    Varanasi city exploration

    In the morning, head to the Banaras Hindu University to see the Bharat Kala Bhawan Museum and the Kashi Vishwanath Temple. For lunch, try the local favourite, Lassi, at Blue Lassi. Spend the afternoon shopping at the famous Banarasi silk shops in the old city. In the evening, take a peaceful boat ride along the Ganges to witness the Ganga Aarti ceremony from a different perspective.

  4. Day 4: Prayagraj
    4 hours (130 miles) from Varanasi

    In the morning, visit the Allahabad Fort, believed to have been built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. For lunch, head to El Chico for some delicious Mexican food. In the afternoon, visit the famous Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna and Sarasvati rivers. In the evening, watch the light and sound show at the Allahabad Fort.

  5. Day 5: Prayagraj
    Prayagraj city exploration

    In the morning, visit the Anand Bhawan museum, the former residence of the Nehru-Gandhi family. For lunch, try the local favourite, Chatamari, at Peshwari in Civil Lines. Spend the afternoon exploring the Khusro Bagh and the Allahabad Museum. In the evening, head to the Alfred Park to witness the beautiful fountains and light show.

  6. Day 6: Varanasi
    3 hours 30 minutes (120 miles) from Prayagraj

    In the morning, visit the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple and the Manikarnika Ghat, the largest cremation ground in the world. For lunch, try the delicious thali at Kachori Gali. Spend the afternoon at the Tulsi Manas Mandir and the Durga Temple. In the evening, take a relaxing boat ride on the river Ganges to experience the beautiful Ganga Aarti ceremony.

Recommendations

Other local attractions include the Bharat Mata Mandir and the Ramkatha Park in Ayodhya, the Jawahar Planetarium and the Allahabad University in Prayagraj. A side trip to the nearby Chitrakoot and Vindhyachal can also be considered. To maximize your fun, try attending a yoga class or taking a cooking class to learn about the local cuisine. Don't forget to try the famous Banarasi Paan and shop for souvenirs such as Banarasi sarees and wooden toys.

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