4-Day Hindu Pilgrimage Tour: Jhansi to Maihar, Chitrakoot, Prayagraj, Varanasi, and Ayodhya

Day 1: Maihar & Chitrakoot

Jhansi, India to Maihar & Chitrakoot, India on May 19, 2025

7:45AM

Breakfast at Jhansi

Enjoy a traditional North Indian breakfast of poha and chai at a local restaurant like Shankar Tea Stall before starting your journey.
INR50, 0h30m

8:30AM

Drive to Maihar

Travel approx 2.5 hours from Jhansi to Maihar by road, taking a scenic route through Bundelkhand region.
INR0, 2h30m

11:00AM

Visit Maihar Devi Temple

Explore the famous Sharda Mai temple, a major Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Goddess Katyayani. Devotees believe in her miraculous blessings here.
Free, 1h30m

12:30PM

Lunch at Maihar

Try local vegetarian thali at Maihar Bhawan restaurant, offering traditional flavors of Madhya Pradesh.
INR200, 1h

1:30PM

Drive to Chitrakoot

Travel about 2 hours to Chitrakoot, an important pilgrimage town known for its many temples and sacred ghats.
INR0, 2h

3:30PM

Visit Ramghat and Kamadgiri Hills

Walk along the sacred Ramghat on the Mandakini River and visit Kamadgiri hills, revered in the Ramayana as Lord Rama's place of exile.
Free, 1h30m

5:00PM

Evening Aarti at Ramghat

Attend the spiritual sunset aarti ceremony on the banks of the river, a serene and divine experience.
Free, 1h

6:30PM

Dinner at Chitrakoot

Enjoy a simple vegetarian dinner at Lotus Cafe focusing on local flavors.
INR150, 1h

7:30PM

Overnight stay in Chitrakoot

Check into a comfortable guesthouse or pilgrimage lodge for rest.
INR1500, Overnight
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Day 2: Prayagraj Pilgrimage

Chitrakoot to Prayagraj, India on May 20, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at hotel

Start with a wholesome breakfast at the hotel with parathas and tea.
INR100, 0h30m

7:30AM

Drive to Prayagraj

Proceed on a 4-hour journey to Prayagraj, the confluence of three sacred rivers.
INR0, 4h

11:30AM

Visit Triveni Sangam

Witness the sacred confluence of Ganges, Yamuna, and mythical Sarasvati rivers, a prime pilgrimage site for ritual baths and prayers.
Free, 1h

12:30PM

Lunch at Prayagraj

Dine at Deva Coffee House serving popular North Indian vegetarian snacks and meals.
INR200, 1h

1:30PM

Visit Allahabad Fort and Anand Bhavan

Explore the historic Allahabad Fort by the riverside and then Anand Bhavan, home of Nehru family and a museum.
INR50, 2h

3:30PM

Visit Hanuman Mandir and Patalpuri Temple

See famous Hanuman Mandir at the Sangam area and then the underground Patalpuri Temple for unique pilgrimage experience.
Free, 1h

5:00PM

Evening walk at Alfred Park

Relax with a stroll in Alfred Park, a large historical garden perfect for peaceful contemplation.
Free, 1h

6:30PM

Dinner at Prayagraj

Try traditional Awadhi cuisine dinner at Bandi Chaat Bhandar known for their kebabs and vegetarian dishes.
INR250, 1h

7:30PM

Overnight stay in Prayagraj

Rest at a centrally located hotel to prepare for next day’s travel.
INR1800, Overnight
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Day 3: Varanasi Exploration

Prayagraj to Varanasi, India on May 21, 2025

6:30AM

Early breakfast and departure

Have a light breakfast and then depart early for Varanasi, approximately a 3-hour drive.
INR150, 3h

10:00AM

Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Explore one of the holiest Shiva temples in India, known for its rich history and spiritual significance.
Free, 1h

11:15AM

Visit Manikarnika Ghat

Observe the sacred cremation rituals at the most famous ghat, an essential part of Varanasi pilgrimage.
Free, 0h45m

12:00PM

Lunch at Varanasi

Enjoy a vegetarian lunch at the Baati Chokha restaurant, known for authentic Banarasi cuisine.
INR250, 1h

1:30PM

Boat Ride on the Ganges

Take a relaxing boat ride along the river to view the ghats and temples from the water, best done in the afternoon for good light.
INR300, 1h

3:00PM

Visit Sarnath

Drive 10 km to Sarnath, where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon. Visit the archaeological museum and Dhamek Stupa.
INR50, 2h

5:30PM

Return to Varanasi

Head back to Varanasi city center.
INR0, 0h30m

6:00PM

Evening Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat

Experience the spectacular Ganga Aarti ceremony, a spiritually uplifting event attracting pilgrims nightly.
Free, 1h

7:30PM

Dinner at Varanasi

Dine at Keshari Restaurant to taste local vegetarian delicacies like lassi and kachori.
INR200, 1h

8:30PM

Overnight stay in Varanasi

Rest comfortably in a guesthouse near the ghats.
INR2000, Overnight
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Day 4: Ayodhya Pilgrimage

Varanasi to Ayodhya, India on May 22, 2025

6:00AM

Early breakfast

Fresh breakfast at the hotel to start a long travel day.
INR150, 0h30m

6:30AM

Drive to Ayodhya

Embark on approximately 6-hour road journey to Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Rama.
INR0, 6h

12:30PM

Lunch in Ayodhya

Relish simple vegetarian meal at a local eatery like Ram Darbar Restaurant.
INR200, 1h

1:30PM

Visit Ram Janmabhoomi and Hanuman Garhi

Visit the sacred Ram Janmabhoomi temple complex, followed by Hanuman Garhi, a hilltop Hanuman temple with panoramic views.
Free, 2h

3:30PM

Visit Kanak Bhawan and Treta Ke Thakur

Explore Kanak Bhawan palace temple and Treta Ke Thakur, both significant for their connections to Lord Rama.
Free, 1h

4:30PM

Walk along Sarayu River

Enjoy a peaceful stroll on the banks of Sarayu River, a deeply sacred river in Hinduism.
Free, 1h

6:00PM

Dinner at Ayodhya

End your pilgrimage with dinner at Ayodhya Rasoi, which serves local vegetarian dishes in a spiritual ambiance.
INR200, 1h

7:00PM

Overnight stay in Ayodhya

Rest at a comfortable hotel or dharamshala to conclude the pilgrimage.
INR1500, Overnight
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Day 5: Final Day or Departure

Ayodhya, India on May 23, 2025

7:00AM

Optional morning puja at local temple

Participate in an early morning ritual or puja if interested, meeting local priests and devotees.
Free or donation, 1h

8:30AM

Breakfast and departure

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and prepare for departure or onward journey.
INR150, 0h30m
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