Day 1-2: Arrival in Lucknow
- Day 1:
- Arrive in Lucknow, the capital city of Uttar Pradesh.
- Explore Bara Imambara, Chota Imambara, and Rumi Darwaza.
- Visit the British Residency and Lucknow Zoo.
- Enjoy Awadhi cuisine in a local restaurant.
- Day 2:
- Visit Lucknow’s historical sites like Husainabad Clock Tower and Picture Gallery.
- Explore the local markets and shop for Chikankari embroidered garments.
- Visit the Ambedkar Memorial Park.
Day 3: Naimisaranya
- Travel to Naimisharanya (approximately 90 km from Lucknow, 2-3 hours by road).
- Visit the Chakratirtha, a sacred lake, and the Naimisha Forest, a significant site in Hindu mythology.
- Explore the Naimisharanya Temple Complex.
- Stay overnight in Naimisharanya.
Day 4: Travel to Ayodhya
- Travel to Ayodhya (approximately 3-4 hours by road).
- Visit Ram Janmabhoomi, Hanuman Garhi, and other significant temples.
- Explore Sita Ki Rasoi and other historical sites.
- Attend evening aarti at the ghats along the Sarayu River.
Day 5: Ayodhya Exploration
- Visit Kanak Bhavan and Treta Ke Thakur.
- Explore other temples and historical places associated with Lord Rama.
- Attend evening aarti and enjoy the serene atmosphere of Ayodhya.
Day 6: Prayagraj (Allahabad)
- Travel to Prayagraj (approximately 160 km from Ayodhya, 4-5 hours by road).
- Visit Triveni Sangam (the confluence of three rivers – Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati), Allahabad Fort, and Anand Bhavan (the ancestral home of the Nehru family).
- Explore the Khusro Bagh and other historical sites.
- Stay overnight in Prayagraj.
Day 7: Chitrakoot
- Travel to Chitrakoot (approximately 125 km from Prayagraj, 3-4 hours by road).
- Visit Kamadgiri, Ram Ghat, and other significant sites associated with Lord Rama.
- Explore Gupt Godavari Caves and Sati Anusuya Ashram.
- Stay overnight in Chitrakoot.
Day 8: Ayodhya to Varanasi
- Travel to Varanasi (approximately 6-7 hours by road).
- Check into your hotel and relax.
- In the evening, visit the ghats of Varanasi and witness the famous Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.
Day 9: Varanasi
- Early morning boat ride on the Ganges River to witness sunrise and rituals.
- Explore Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, and Annapurna Temple.
- Visit Banaras Hindu University (BHU) and Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum.
- Attend the evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.
Day 10: Departure from Varanasi
- Explore local markets and shop for souvenirs.
- Depart from Varanasi with memorable experiences of your spiritual and cultural journey in Uttar Pradesh.