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SUMMARY:Trip to Varanasi \, Prayagraj and Ayodhya (5N/6D) - 28 September 2024
DESCRIPTION:Outdoor Ventures presents Trip to Varanasi\, Prayagraj and Ayodhya (5N/6D).his tour gives a glimpse of the culture\, heritage and religion of the country.Varanasi (2N)→Prayagraj (1N)→Ayodhya (1N)→Varanasi (1N) \nDay 1: Varanasi:After arrival at Varanasi Airport\, transfer to hotel. Check later in evening transfer to Ganges for Boating & evening Ganga Aarti on famous Dashashwamedh Ghat (Dashashwamedh Ghat is the main ghat in Varanasi on the Ganga River. It is located close to Vishwanath temple and is probably the most spectacular ghat. Two Hindu legends are associated with it. According to one\, Lord Brahma created it to welcome Lord Shiva. According to another legend\, lord Brahma sacrificed ten horses during Dasa – Ashwamedha yajna performed here). overnight in Varanasi. \nDay 2 : Varanasi Sightseeing \nEarly morning Temple darshan (Kashi Vishwanath\, Annapurna Mandir\, Kala Bhairov Mandir) followed with Sankat Mochan Mandir\, Durga Mandir\, Tulsi Manas Mandir & Benaras Hindu University (BHU). After breakfast move for Sarnath (Sarnath is the place where Gautam Buddha after attain enlightenment delivers his first sermon to 5 followers). Sightseeing of Sarnath including Sarnath Museum (Our National Emblem excavated from Sarnath is on Display built by Samrat Ashoka)\, Ancient ruins\, Mahabodhi society Temple. Evening is free. Overnight in Varanasi.  \nDay 3 : VARANASI – Prayagraj (Allahabad) (130 KM 3 Hrs. approx. one way)  \nAfter early breakfast day trip to Allahabad. (The city’s original name – Prayag\, or “place of offerings” – comes from its position at the Sangam (confluence) of the Ganga\, Yamuna and Sarasvati rivers. It is the second-oldest city in India\, and plays a central role in Hindu scriptures. Allahabad was originally called Kaushambi (now a separate district) by the Kuru rulers of Hastinapur\, who developed it as their capital. Since then\, Allahabad has been a political\, cultural and administrative centre of the Doab region. Mughal emperor Akbar renamed it Ilahabad\, which the British changed to Allahabad. In 1833 it became the seat of the Ceded and Conquered Provinces region before its capital was moved to Agra in 1835. Allahabad became the capital of the North-Western Provinces in 1858\, and was the capital of India for a day. The city was the capital of the United Provinces from 1902 to 1920 and remained at the forefront of national importance during the struggle for Indian independence.) Overnight in Allahabad.  \nPlaces of interest HOLY DIP IN SANGAM\, Bada Hanuman Mandir\, Akshayvat Tree (Akshayavat (“the indestructible banyan tree”) is a sacred fig tree mentioned in the Hindu mythology. According to a legend\, once the sage Markandeya asked Lord Narayana to show him a specimen of the divine power. Narayana flooded the entire world for a moment\, during which only the Akshayavat could be seen above the water level.) & Anand Bhawan (Birthplace of first Prime Minister of Independent India Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru)  \nDay 4: Prayagraj (Allahabad) – AYODHYA (180 KM\, 4 Hrs. approx. one way)  \nAfter breakfast checkout from hotel and transfer to Ayodhaya (Ayodhya\, also known as Saketa\, is an ancient city of India\, believed to be the birthplace of Rama and setting of the epic Ramayana. It is adjacent to Faizabad city in the central region of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Ayodhya used to be the capital of the ancient Kosala Kingdom. Owing to the belief as the birthplace of Rama\, Ayodhya (Awadh) has been regarded as one of the seven most important pilgrimage sites (Saptapuri) for Hindus. It is believed that the birth spot of Rama). Return hotel check in and overnight stay in Faizabad.  \nPlaces of Interest:- Ram Janam Bhoomi; Kanak Bhawan; Hanuman Garhi; Raj Darbar; Karsevak Sthal.  \nDay 5 : AYODHAYA – VARANASI (230 KM\, 6 Hrs. approx. one way)  \nAfter breakfast checkout from hotel and transfer to Varanasi. Overnight in Varanasi.  \nDay 6 : VARANASI – DEPART   \nEarly checkout from hotel and drop at Varanasi Railway / Airport for onward/return journey.   \n>>>>DatesBatch 1: 14 to 19 Sept 2024Batch 2: 28 Sept to 3 Oct 2024Batch 3: 19 to 24 Oct 2024 \n>>>>Cost : 23000/-Group discount if 6 + peoplePer person will be 22000/- \nInclusions:Accommodation in double sharing basis in standard category of rooms at all hotelsTransportation and driver allowanceBreakfast (from Day 2)Boat rideAarti ceremony in the eveningEnglish / Hindi speaking tour guide foe whole trip All Transfers & sightseeing as per itineraryAll applicable current taxes for hotels and transport \nExclusions:Train / Flight TicketsExpenses of personal nature such as laundry / tips / shopping / telephones / Medical etc.Any other expenses not mentioned in the inclusions mentioned aboveEntry fees to Monuments VIP DarshanCharges in hotels for additional servicesPhotography and video making fees at the sitesPersonal insuranceTips and gratuitiesUnforeseen Expenses because of the weather conditions \nHighlightsGanga AartiBoating on GangesVisit to famous templesSaranth visitShopping at Varanasi for souvenirsVisit to Bodhi tree and other attractions in BodhgayaVisit to the temple which has the footprint of Lord Vishnu in GayaVisit to Phalguna riverVisit to the birthplace of Lord Ram and bathing in Saryu RiverVisit Ram MandirBath in Sangam \nTake time to do what makes your soul happy. Book your seat asap.For more details\, Please WhatsApp or Call us now +919960250894Follow this link to message us on WhatsApp ?⬇️: https://wa.me/919022391067Reach us at outven7@gmail.comFacebook: @outdoorventures7Instagram: outdoor__ventures  \nfacebook.com/events/935611607912279/
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SUMMARY:Trip to Varanasi \, Prayagraj and Ayodhya (5N/6D) - 19 October 2024
DESCRIPTION:Outdoor Ventures presents Trip to Varanasi\, Prayagraj and Ayodhya (5N/6D).his tour gives a glimpse of the culture\, heritage and religion of the country.Varanasi (2N)→Prayagraj (1N)→Ayodhya (1N)→Varanasi (1N) \nDay 1: Varanasi:After arrival at Varanasi Airport\, transfer to hotel. Check later in evening transfer to Ganges for Boating & evening Ganga Aarti on famous Dashashwamedh Ghat (Dashashwamedh Ghat is the main ghat in Varanasi on the Ganga River. It is located close to Vishwanath temple and is probably the most spectacular ghat. Two Hindu legends are associated with it. According to one\, Lord Brahma created it to welcome Lord Shiva. According to another legend\, lord Brahma sacrificed ten horses during Dasa – Ashwamedha yajna performed here). overnight in Varanasi. \nDay 2 : Varanasi Sightseeing \nEarly morning Temple darshan (Kashi Vishwanath\, Annapurna Mandir\, Kala Bhairov Mandir) followed with Sankat Mochan Mandir\, Durga Mandir\, Tulsi Manas Mandir & Benaras Hindu University (BHU). After breakfast move for Sarnath (Sarnath is the place where Gautam Buddha after attain enlightenment delivers his first sermon to 5 followers). Sightseeing of Sarnath including Sarnath Museum (Our National Emblem excavated from Sarnath is on Display built by Samrat Ashoka)\, Ancient ruins\, Mahabodhi society Temple. Evening is free. Overnight in Varanasi.  \nDay 3 : VARANASI – Prayagraj (Allahabad) (130 KM 3 Hrs. approx. one way)  \nAfter early breakfast day trip to Allahabad. (The city’s original name – Prayag\, or “place of offerings” – comes from its position at the Sangam (confluence) of the Ganga\, Yamuna and Sarasvati rivers. It is the second-oldest city in India\, and plays a central role in Hindu scriptures. Allahabad was originally called Kaushambi (now a separate district) by the Kuru rulers of Hastinapur\, who developed it as their capital. Since then\, Allahabad has been a political\, cultural and administrative centre of the Doab region. Mughal emperor Akbar renamed it Ilahabad\, which the British changed to Allahabad. In 1833 it became the seat of the Ceded and Conquered Provinces region before its capital was moved to Agra in 1835. Allahabad became the capital of the North-Western Provinces in 1858\, and was the capital of India for a day. The city was the capital of the United Provinces from 1902 to 1920 and remained at the forefront of national importance during the struggle for Indian independence.) Overnight in Allahabad.  \nPlaces of interest HOLY DIP IN SANGAM\, Bada Hanuman Mandir\, Akshayvat Tree (Akshayavat (“the indestructible banyan tree”) is a sacred fig tree mentioned in the Hindu mythology. According to a legend\, once the sage Markandeya asked Lord Narayana to show him a specimen of the divine power. Narayana flooded the entire world for a moment\, during which only the Akshayavat could be seen above the water level.) & Anand Bhawan (Birthplace of first Prime Minister of Independent India Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru)  \nDay 4: Prayagraj (Allahabad) – AYODHYA (180 KM\, 4 Hrs. approx. one way)  \nAfter breakfast checkout from hotel and transfer to Ayodhaya (Ayodhya\, also known as Saketa\, is an ancient city of India\, believed to be the birthplace of Rama and setting of the epic Ramayana. It is adjacent to Faizabad city in the central region of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Ayodhya used to be the capital of the ancient Kosala Kingdom. Owing to the belief as the birthplace of Rama\, Ayodhya (Awadh) has been regarded as one of the seven most important pilgrimage sites (Saptapuri) for Hindus. It is believed that the birth spot of Rama). Return hotel check in and overnight stay in Faizabad.  \nPlaces of Interest:- Ram Janam Bhoomi; Kanak Bhawan; Hanuman Garhi; Raj Darbar; Karsevak Sthal.  \nDay 5 : AYODHAYA – VARANASI (230 KM\, 6 Hrs. approx. one way)  \nAfter breakfast checkout from hotel and transfer to Varanasi. Overnight in Varanasi.  \nDay 6 : VARANASI – DEPART   \nEarly checkout from hotel and drop at Varanasi Railway / Airport for onward/return journey.   \n>>>>DatesBatch 1: 14 to 19 Sept 2024Batch 2: 28 Sept to 3 Oct 2024Batch 3: 19 to 24 Oct 2024 \n>>>>Cost : 23000/-Group discount if 6 + peoplePer person will be 22000/- \nInclusions:Accommodation in double sharing basis in standard category of rooms at all hotelsTransportation and driver allowanceBreakfast (from Day 2)Boat rideAarti ceremony in the eveningEnglish / Hindi speaking tour guide foe whole trip All Transfers & sightseeing as per itineraryAll applicable current taxes for hotels and transport \nExclusions:Train / Flight TicketsExpenses of personal nature such as laundry / tips / shopping / telephones / Medical etc.Any other expenses not mentioned in the inclusions mentioned aboveEntry fees to Monuments VIP DarshanCharges in hotels for additional servicesPhotography and video making fees at the sitesPersonal insuranceTips and gratuitiesUnforeseen Expenses because of the weather conditions \nHighlightsGanga AartiBoating on GangesVisit to famous templesSaranth visitShopping at Varanasi for souvenirsVisit to Bodhi tree and other attractions in BodhgayaVisit to the temple which has the footprint of Lord Vishnu in GayaVisit to Phalguna riverVisit to the birthplace of Lord Ram and bathing in Saryu RiverVisit Ram MandirBath in Sangam \nTake time to do what makes your soul happy. Book your seat asap.For more details\, Please WhatsApp or Call us now +919960250894Follow this link to message us on WhatsApp ?⬇️: https://wa.me/919022391067Reach us at outven7@gmail.comFacebook: @outdoorventures7Instagram: outdoor__ventures  \nfacebook.com/events/429823536077021/
URL:https://mumbaihikers.org/event/trip-to-varanasi-prayagraj-and-ayodhya-5n-6d-3/
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