Varanasi Trip Overview
You will be touring most important cities in India which marks incredible history of India. In Mark Twain’s words, “Benares is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend, and looks twice as old as all of them put together.” Prayag or Prayagraj had been the ancient name of the city of Allahabad. Pra means “first” and Yag means “devotion”. Prayag also signifies the coming together of rivers Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati. In Khajuraho the temples consist of stunning displays of fine sculptures and exceptional architectural skill, making them one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India. Visit the world famous Eastern & Western group of temples. This will be a private tour; completely awe-inspiring places and when you return home you go with tones of memories.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 days
Starts: Varanasi, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
You will be touring most important cities in India which marks incredible history of India. In Mark Twain’s words, “Benares is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend, and looks twice as old as all of them put together.” Prayag or Prayagraj had been the ancient name of the city of Allahabad. Pra means “first” and Yag means “devotion”. Prayag also signifies the coming together of rivers Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati. In Khajuraho the temples consist of stunning displays of fine sculptures and exceptional architectural skill, making them one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India. Visit the world famous Eastern & Western group of temples. This will be a private tour; completely awe-inspiring places and when you return home you go with tones of memories.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Varanasi
Stop At: Varanasi, Varanasi, Varanasi District, Uttar Pradesh
Welcomed by Travel XS representative at Varanasi airport and drive to your hotel. Proceed for guided tour through the streets of Varanasi visiting sacred temples & shrines, the holy pond near Assi Ghat. Discover fascinating temples and ashrams like you have never seen or heard before. Gain knowledge about the traditional past and importance of the places.Make way through famous Bengali Tola bazaar bustling with South Indian pilgrims, sitar shops, small temples, food and sweet shop etc.
At 7pm, don’t Miss to Witness evening ceremony of Ganga Puja (Aarti ceremony), Drool in the spiritual fervour and chants of Vedas and Upanishads. Revel in the worship of the pious Ganges. Mesmerize with the view of brass lamps, bells, fire and incense accompanied with hundreds of candles floating on the river. Spend a splendid evening unfolding the spiritual charm of the oldest city.
Duration: 1 day
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Varanasi.
Day 2: Varanasi – Allahabad
Stop At: Allahabad, Allahabad, Allahabad District, Uttar Pradesh
Morning you can enjoy the Boat Ride on the River Ganges. (Here guest witness the fascinating early morning rituals being performed by Hindu devotees along the river bank which includes the cremation Ghats. Later drve to Allahabad. Prayag or Prayagraj had been the ancient name of the city of Allahabad. Pra means “first” and Yag means “devotion”. Prayag also signifies the coming together of rivers Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati. Visit Triveni Sangam, Khusro Bagh, Allahabad Fort and Magha Mela.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Allahabad.
Day 3: Allahabad – Khajuraho
Stop At: Khajuraho, Khajuraho, Chhatarpur District, Madhya Pradesh
Drive to Built between 950-1050 AD by the Chandela Dynasty, these temples depict various forms like meditation, spiritual teachings, kinship, wrestling, royalty and most significantly, erotic art. The temples consist of stunning displays of fine sculptures and exceptional architectural skill, making them one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India. Visit the world famous Eastern & Western group of temples. These Temples were built by the Chandelas between 950 AD & 1050 AD.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Khajuraho.
Day 4: Khajuraho – Departure
Stop At: Khajuraho, Khajuraho, Chhatarpur District, Madhya Pradesh
Departure tranfer to Khajuraho airport.
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
