Comprehensive North to South India Pilgrimage Tour from Nashik

Day 1: Travel & Varanasi Visit

Nashik to Varanasi, India on May 20, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast in Nashik

Enjoy a hearty Maharashtrian breakfast of Poha and Misal Pav at Hotel Panchavati Gaurav, open from 7am to 10am, to fuel your travel day.
INR150, 1h0m

9:00am

Flight to Varanasi

Take a flight from Nashik to Varanasi, allowing you to reach the spiritual city comfortably and efficiently.
INR4000 per person, 3h0m

1:00pm

Lunch in Varanasi

Dine at Kashi Chaat Bhandar, a popular spot known for authentic local snacks and light meals, open till 9pm.
INR300, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Varanasi Ghats & Evening Aarti

Explore the ghats along the River Ganges and attend the mesmerizing evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat, starting at 6pm daily.
Free, 3h0m

7:30pm

Dinner in Varanasi

Have dinner at Aum Cafe, offering a cosy atmosphere with vegetarian dishes and open till 10pm.
INR400, 1h0m
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Day 2: Prayagraj Exploration

Varanasi to Prayagraj, India on May 21, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast in Varanasi

Start your day with a filling breakfast of lassi and kachori at Deena Chat Bhandar, open from 6am.
INR200, 1h0m

9:00am

Train to Prayagraj

Board an economy train to Prayagraj (approx 2.5 hours), offering a scenic and comfortable journey.
INR250 per person, 2h30m

12:00pm

Lunch in Prayagraj

Enjoy a traditional Awadhi meal at Niyati Restaurant, famous for kebabs and biryanis, open until 11pm.
INR400, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Triveni Sangam & Sangam Museum

Visit the Sangam, the confluence of three sacred rivers, and the nearby museum to learn about the site's spiritual significance.
Free, 3h0m

5:00pm

Explore Allahabad Fort

Tour the historic Allahabad Fort, open until 6pm, known for its remarkable Mughal architecture.
INR30, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner in Prayagraj

Dine at Spicy One, a local favourite for delicious North Indian cuisine, open until 10pm.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 3: Nepal Spiritual Visit

Prayagraj to Pashupatinath, Nepal on May 22, 2025

6:00am

Early Breakfast

Light breakfast at hotel to prepare for early travel, including tea and biscuits.
INR150, 0h45m

7:00am

Travel to Kathmandu Airport via train and flight

Travel from Prayagraj to Kathmandu by flight, connecting through a nearby airport; journey includes train and flight segments with economy options for affordability.
INR6000 per person approx., 6h0m

1:30pm

Lunch in Kathmandu

Sample Nepali cuisine at Bhojan Griha, open from 11am to 3pm, known for authentic dal bhat and momos.
NPR1000, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Pashupatinath Temple

Explore the sacred Pashupatinath Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with visiting hours from 4am to 6pm.
NPR1000 entry for foreigners; free for Indian passport holders, 3h0m

6:00pm

Dinner in Kathmandu

Relax with dinner at Thamel House Restaurant, offering traditional Nepali meals, open till 9:30pm.
NPR1500, 1h0m
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Day 4: Kolkata Arrival

Kathmandu to Kolkata, India on May 23, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast in Kathmandu

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel with international options and Nepali tea.
NPR700, 1h0m

9:00am

Flight to Kolkata

Depart Kathmandu for Kolkata by direct flight, approximately 2 hours duration.
INR5000 per person approx., 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch in Kolkata

Feast on Bengali specialities such as mishti doi and macher jhol at 6 Ballygunge Place, open until 10pm.
INR600, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Victoria Memorial

Tour the iconic Victoria Memorial, open from 10am to 5pm, admiring British Raj-era architecture and art exhibits.
INR30, 2h0m

4:00pm

Explore Dakshineswar Kali Temple

Travel to and explore this revered temple on the Hooghly River, open until 7pm.
Free, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner in Kolkata

Dinner at Oh! Calcutta, specialising in rich Bengali cuisine, open until 11pm.
INR800, 1h0m
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Day 5: Gangasagar Pilgrimage

Kolkata to Gangasagar, India on May 24, 2025

6:30am

Early Breakfast

Quick breakfast at the hotel to prepare for day trip.
INR300, 0h30m

7:00am

Cab travel to Gangasagar

Drive approx 4 hours by cab from Kolkata to Gangasagar, the confluence of river Ganges and Bay of Bengal, a revered pilgrimage site.
INR3500, 4h0m

12:00pm

Lunch near Gangasagar

Eat a local Bengali meal at a nearby eatery offering fresh fish curry and steamed rice.
INR400, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Gangasagar Mela & Kapil Muni Temple

Explore the famous Kapil Muni Temple and the sacred mela grounds; entry is free and open till sunset.
Free, 3h0m

5:00pm

Return to Kolkata

Cab drive back to Kolkata to rest for next day’s flight.
INR3500, 4h0m

9:30pm

Light Dinner in Kolkata

Opt for a light dinner or snacks at the hotel after arrival.
INR500, 0h45m
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Day 6: Puri & Jagannath Temple

Kolkata to Puri via Bhubaneswar, India on May 25, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast in Kolkata

Enjoy a filling breakfast to prepare for travel, including poha and chai.
INR300, 1h0m

7:00am

Flight to Bhubaneswar

Catch a flight from Kolkata to Bhubaneswar, 1.5 hours duration, then take a cab to Puri (approx 1 hour).
INR3500, 2h30m

11:00am

Lunch in Puri

Relish traditional Odia thali at Dalma Restaurant, open till 9pm.
INR400, 1h0m

12:30pm

Visit Jagannath Puri Temple

Explore the famous Jagannath Temple, open from 5am to 12pm and 5pm to 9pm; dress code and entry rules apply.
Free, 2h0m

3:00pm

Relax at Puri Beach

Enjoy the afternoon at Puri’s sandy beach, open all day, great for family relaxation.
Free, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner in Puri

Try seafood and vegetarian dishes at Wildgrass Restaurant, open till 10pm.
INR700, 1h0m
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Day 7: Srisailam Journey

Puri to Srisailam, India on May 26, 2025

6:00am

Early Breakfast

Simple breakfast at hotel before early departure.
INR300, 0h30m

7:00am

Travel to Srisailam

Take a cab from Puri to Srisailam, approx 8+ hours journey; break journey in Vijayawada if needed.
INR8000, 9h0m

4:00pm

Check-in and Rest

Check-in at a budget stay such as Haritha Hotel, relax after long travel.
INR2500, Rest

6:00pm

Evening Temple Visit

Visit the Srisailam Mallikarjuna Temple area for evening darshan, open till 7pm.
Free, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner

Dinner at hotel restaurant offering Andhra cuisine.
INR600, 1h0m
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Day 8: Tirupati Visit

Srisailam to Tirupati, India on May 27, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast

Breakfast at hotel before departure.
INR300, 1h0m

8:00am

Travel to Tirupati

Cab drive about 4 hours from Srisailam to Tirupati.
INR4000, 4h0m

12:00pm

Lunch

Lunch at Sri Venkateswara Military Hotel known for South Indian food, open till 3pm.
INR300, 1h0m

1:30pm

Tirupati Balaji Darshan

Visit the renowned Venkateswara Temple; darshan timings generally 3am to 1pm and 3pm to 8pm. Book tickets online for economy queue.
Free (Donation optional), 3h0m

5:00pm

Explore Local Markets

Walk around Tirupati local markets for souvenirs and snacks.
Varies, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner

Dinner at Hotel Mayura, serving vegetarian Andhra cuisine.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 9: Rameshwaram Exploration

Tirupati to Rameshwaram, India on May 28, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast

Light breakfast before long journey.
INR300, 0h30m

7:00am

Travel to Rameshwaram

Cab travel approximately 6.5 hours from Tirupati to Rameshwaram.
INR6000, 6h30m

1:30pm

Lunch in Rameshwaram

Enjoy seafood and South Indian cuisine at Hotel Pearl Residency, open till 9pm.
INR400, 1h0m

3:00pm

Visit Ramanathaswamy Temple

Explore the famous Ramanathaswamy Temple, open from 5am to 9pm; known for its long corridors and spiritual significance.
Free, 2h0m

6:00pm

Dinner

Dinner at Hotel Ramesh, serving traditional Tamil Nadu dishes.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 10: Ramsetu & Kanyakumari Travel

Rameshwaram to Kanyakumari, India on May 29, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Breakfast before early morning activities.
INR300, 0h30m

7:00am

Visit Adam’s Bridge (Ramsetu area)

Take a guided boat tour around the Ramsetu area to view the chain of shoals believed to be the mythological bridge, weather permitting.
INR1500 per person, 3h0m

11:00am

Travel to Kanyakumari

Cab journey approx 6hrs from Rameshwaram to Kanyakumari.
INR7000, 6h0m

5:30pm

Check-in and Rest

Check in to budget hotel such as Hotel Sea View, rest for evening outing.
INR2000, Rest

7:00pm

Dinner in Kanyakumari

Dine at Hotel Saravana Bhavan, famed for South Indian delicacies, open until 9:30pm.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 11: Kanyakumari Sights

Kanyakumari, India on May 30, 2025

6:00am

Sunrise at Vivekananda Rock Memorial

Catch the spectacular sunrise ferry service to Vivekananda Rock Memorial; first ferry is around 6am, check timings to avoid crowds.
INR100 per person ferry, 2h0m

9:00am

Breakfast

Breakfast at Hotel Sea View or nearby cafe serving fresh idlis and filter coffee.
INR300, 1h0m

10:30am

Visit Thiruvalluvar Statue

Visit the 133 ft tall statue of Tamil poet Thiruvalluvar located close to the Rock Memorial.
Free, 1h0m

12:00pm

Local Market Walk

Explore Kanyakumari market for handicrafts and souvenirs.
Varies, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch

Try local seafood and vegetarian fare at Hotel Sangam, open till 3pm.
INR600, 1h0m

2:30pm

Prepare for Return Journey

Rest and pack for onward travel or a return flight/train as per plans.
N/A, Rest

7:00pm

Evening Dinner

Final dinner at hotel or nearby restaurant to enjoy local cuisine one last time.
INR500, 1h0m
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