Ultimate 1-Day Road Trip Itinerary: Pune to Prayagraj, Varanasi, Ayodhya, and back

Day 1: Cultural Exploration

Prayagraj, India

5:00 AM

Departure from Pune

Leaving early to maximize time allows you to enjoy the beautiful sunrise on the long journey ahead.
Drive on NH 65 towards Indore then merge to NH 46 towards Prayagraj.
INR0, N/A

9:30 AM

Breakfast at Anand Stall

Have a delicious breakfast of poha and jalebi to energize for the day in Prayagraj.
Located on the way entering Prayagraj; a popular local joint.
INR200, 30 minutes

10:00 AM

Visit Triveni Sangam

Experience the sacred confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers, a key pilgrimage site.
From Anand Stall, drive for about 15 minutes.
INR100, 1 hour

11:00 AM

Prayagraj Fort

Explore the magnificent fort built by the British, a symbol of historical significance.
10-minute drive from Triveni Sangam.
INR50, 1 hour

12:00 PM

Drive to Varanasi

Hit the road to Varanasi, an essential spiritual epicenter of India.
Approximately 130 km from Prayagraj on NH 19.
INR0, 2 hours
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Day 1: Spirit of Varanasi

Varanasi, India

2:00 PM

Lunch at Kashi Chat Bhandar

Indulge in local Varanasi street food like kachori and chaat for an authentic taste.
Located close to the ghats, easy to find.
INR250, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Visit Sarnath

Explore the historical site where Buddha delivered his first sermon, significant for Buddhists.
Around 10 km from Varanasi; a 20-minute drive.
INR30, 1.5 hours

4:30 PM

Drive to Ayodhya

Leaving Varanasi, you head towards Ayodhya, the birth city of Lord Rama.
Traveling on NH 27, approximately 180 km.
INR0, 3 hours

7:30 PM

Ram Janmabhoomi

Visit the revered site of Lord Rama's birthplace and admire the expansive temple complex.
Located in the city center; easy to navigate.
INR0, 1 hour
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Day 1: Return Journey to Pune

Pune, India

8:30 PM

Dinner at Ramayana Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious meal of traditional North Indian cuisine to conclude your day.
Near Ram Janmabhoomi, a convenient stop.
INR500, 1 hour

9:30 PM

Departure to Pune

Embark on your return journey, reflecting on the culturally rich day you have just experienced.
Take NH 27 back towards Pune.
INR0, 14 hours
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