Kashi Pilgrimage Tour Package – 6 Days 5 Nights

5 Nights / 6 Days

Description

Kashi is a city on the banks of the Ganges River, also known as Varanasi, Benares, or Rudravasa. It is the holiest city among many cities in India, both for Hindus and Buddhists. Many Hindu myths feature Kashi, a city on the holy Ganges that is highly revered by pilgrims. Being cremated in Kashi, on the banks of the holy river Ganges, is believed to be a direct path to salvation and breaking the cycle of rebirth. The name Kashi refers to the Sanskrit word for “to shine,” making the city the “City of Light.”

According to Hindu belief, the city of Kashi was created by Lord Shiva, when one of Lord Brahma’s heads was torn off in a fight between him and Lord Shiva. Lord Shiva carried this head in a victory parade and dropped it at the place where Kashi is today, making this city very holy and sacred. The city is also said to be where the Pandavas, in the Hindu epic Mahabharata, visited to atone for their sins. Besides its religious and historical significance, Kashi City is also a cultural and industrial center. There is so much to do and see in this amazing city; here are just a few that you can see with the Kashi Pilgrimage Tour!

Ganges River

The river on which Varanasi is located, the Ganges, is the legendary and mythical river that is the soul of the Hindu religion. You can observe the many Hindu rituals that take place daily on the banks of the river and enjoy the beauty on a boat ride. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity!

Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Built-in 780 by Queen Ahilyabai Holkar, this temple is famous for the Jyotirlinga enshrined under beautiful golden domes. Being the most famous temple in the most famous temple city, Kashi Vishwanath Temple is a must-see.

Don’t waste another moment—book your pilgrimage to this fascinating city with MVH Travels’ Kashi Pilgrimage Tour.

Highlights

  • Witness the cultural mixture of Sarnath
  • Visit the museums, the Stupas and all other important monuments
  • See the scenes of the Varanasi Ganga Aarti
  • Explore the stunning Vishwanath Temple
Itinerary

Holy city of Kashi awaits your presence

Your arrival in the holy city of Varanasi will be greeted by one of our representatives. Your vacation will start with you getting the chance to witness the Aarti ritual on the Ghats of the Ganges. The Varanasi Ganga Aarti takes place at sunset in the Dasaswamedh Ghat, one of the biggest Ghats in the area. It is performed on a stage by a group of young, trained pandits who move in such synchronization that you will be left in awe. After engaging in this fascinating ritual, you will then proceed to stay overnight in a hotel.

Soak in the rich history and culture of India’s greatest city.

On your second day, you will get to travel to the nearby city of Allahabad, which is 130 km away—it will take you two and a half hours to travel. Once you arrive at Allahabad, you will engage in an enriching afternoon tour of the city, where you can visit the Ananda Bhawan, Hanuman Temple, Allahabad Fort, Patalpuri Temple, Ashoka Pillar, Akshaya Vat—all these places are sure to instil in you a fresh sense of respect and awe for our country’s rich heritage! After this fun tour, you can then retire to the hotel for overnight stay.

Find the spiritual part of your soul in the birthplace of Lord Ram

On the third day of your holiday, you will travel to Ayodhya, one of the holiest cities in India with a lot of history and fascinating mythology behind it. The city of Ayodhya is 175 km away, about 4 hours by car. Upon arrival at this city, you will get to see the birthplace of Lord Ram and the various temples that mark his life in this city. You can see the Lakshman Ghat, Kala Ram Temple, Kanak Bhavan Temple and several Jain shrines. After a scintillating tour of the city, you will be transferred to the hotel where you will stay overnight and refresh yourself for another fun day of your pilgrimage.

Be a part of the rich religious culture of our amazing country in Chitrakoot.

After having breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven to Chitrakoot, which is in Madhya Pradesh. The city is 6 hours away, so bring along some light snacks and entertainment for the ride! This is the city where, according to the Hindu mythology, Lord Ram, his wife Sita and brother Lakshman spent their eleven and a half years of exile. The city is full of holy shrines and temples for you to visit, like Ramghat, Kamadgiri, Bharat Milap, Janaki Kund, Hanuman Dhara, Sati Anusayia, etc. You can enjoy all the sights and sounds with a city tour! After participating in and marvelling at the history of this amazing place, you will be driven back to Allahabad where you will spend the night.

Temple tours in Varanasi is sure to transform your soul

In the morning, we will check out of the hotel and proceed back to Varanasi, where we will again check in to a hotel. At Varanasi, we will then have time to participate in more activities, like a boat ride on the Ganges, which is the holiest river in India with amazing views of the city and the people who live in it. We will then proceed on a temple tour, which will take you around the grand Heritage temples in the area. We will start by visiting the Durga temple and the Tulsi Manas Temple to the Sankat Mochan temple, Bharat Mata temple and Sarnath. After this amazing tour, we will spend the night at the hotel and relax.

End of an illuminating journey around the holy shrines in Kashi.

Have a hearty breakfast in the hotel before you are transferred to the airport/railway station to travel back to your hometown with happy memories.

Inclusion
  • Meal plan : Breakfast
  • Transfers (Railway/Airport)
  • Tv with cable connection
  • Sightseeing
  • Government Taxes/VAT/ Service Charges
  • Toll Tax
  • Transfers (Railway/Airport) : Arrival
  • Transfers (Railway/Airport) : Departure
Exclusion
  • Meal plan : Lunch
  • Meal plan : Dinner
  • English Speaking Driver
  • Use of Swimming Pool
  • Use of gymnasium
  • Trip supplements
  • Cab : SIC
  • Others : Other Exclusions (Entrance fees at the monuments)
  • Any other meals except breakfast
  • Any expenses of a personal nature like – tips, portages, mineral water, telephone calls, laundry etc
  • Still / video camera fees during the tour
  • Any flight / train ticket fare
  • Guide service at any place
FAQs

A leisure trip to Varanasi for 4 days and 3 nights would cost you between INR 9,500 and INR 10,500 (excluding flight costs). The cost of the tour includes accommodation, transportation, breakfast, sightseeing, etc. The cost of the tour also includes a visit to some of the major tourist attractions like the Ghats of Dasaswamedh, Sankat Mochan Temple, Bharath Mata Temple, Sarnath, and much more. You can also get an exclusive travel package by customizing your favorite places to visit during your trip.

Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Sankat Mochan Temple, Banaras Ghats, Sarnath, Durga Temple, Annapurna Temple, and Vishalakshi Temple are among the holiest pilgrimage sites in Kashi.

The best time to visit Kashi is between October and March. This is the period when the weather is most pleasant, but if you are looking for spiritual activities, the best time is April and May, because this is the time when the most fascinating festivals and rituals take place in Varanasi, which brings the city to life—even its name, "City of Light."

You can buy a vial of Ganga Jal, which is the biggest export in the city. You can also buy the famous Banarasi silk sarees, which are beautiful and last for generations. Other famous things here are crystal and stone Shiva Linga, rudraksha mala, wooden toys, flutes, etc.

Yes! As a temple city, Kashi is much safer than most cities in India. Sure, you'll have to take the necessary precautions, but nothing will stop you from enjoying a happy vacation in this charming city.

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