Overview

A Kashi to Kathmandu Darshan Yatra is a multi-day spiritual tour that typically includes major pilgrimage sites in both India and Nepal, such as Varanasi's Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Ayodhya, and Kathmandu's Pashupatinath Temple. These tours are offered by various travel operators and often involve train, bus, and sometimes flight travel, covering religious landmarks, cultural sites, and sometimes natural attractions like Pokhara.

Common elements of the tour

Duration: Tours typically last from 9 to 11 days, though durations can vary.
Itinerary: The journey often includes:
- Kashi (Varanasi): Visiting the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Ganges River for aarti, and other temples.
- Ayodhya: Pilgrimage to sites like the Ram Janmbhoomi temple.
- Kathmandu: Exploring Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath Stupa, and Durbar Square.
- Other destinations: Depending on the package, tours may also visit Lumbini, Pokhara, Chitwan, or Prayagraj.

Tour Info

Place Covered:
Duration: 9 Days
From City: India, Chennai
To City:

Itinerary

Ganga Aarti.

Varanasi Arrival: Welcome to Varanasi (Banaras or Kashi). Transfer to the hotel. Evening experience the memorable Ganges Aarti and enjoy the spiritualism at the Ganges Ghats (river front).

VIP Darshan at Kashi Vishwanath Ji.

Varanasi Local Sightseeing: Morning boat ride on the Ganges. Visit all the famous Ghats of Varanasi by boat. Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple (one of the twelve Jyotirlingas) with VIP Darshan, Annapurna Temple, Bharat Mata Temple, Sankat Mochan (Hanuman temple), and Tulsi Manas Mandir. Evening enjoy shopping for Banarasi saris.

Scenic drive to Nepal Border.

Day 3 Drive to Bhairahawa: After breakfast, drive to Bhairahawa (approx. 296 km, 7-to-8-hour drive). Check in to the hotel and relax. Scenic drive to Nepal Border.

Birthplace of Buddha (Lumbini).

Lumbini Sightseeing and Fly to Kathmandu: Check out after breakfast and visit Lumbini (Birthplace of Gautama Buddha). Visit the Maya Devi Temple, World Peace Pagoda, Lumbini Museum, Royal Thai Buddhist Monastery, and Myanmar Golden Temple. Transfer to the Airport to fly to Kathmandu and check in to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.

Pashupatinath & UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Kathmandu Local Sightseeing: Visit Pashupatinath Temple (sacred Hindu temple to Lord Shiva), witness rituals along the Baghmati River, Guheshwori Shakti Peeth, Bouddanath Stupa (Largest Stupa in the world/UNESCO World Heritage Site), Swayambunath Stupa (Monkey Temple/UNESCO World Heritage site). Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square (Hanuman Dhoka/UNESCO World Heritage site), Kumari Ghar (home of the living goddess), and other temples/palaces. Return to the hotel.

Panoramic Views and Sacred Sites.

Day 7 Pokhara Local Sightseeing: Visit Bindhyabasini Temple (dedicated to Goddess Durga), Shanti Stupa (World Peace Pagoda), Pumdikot (tallest Shiva statue in Nepal), Davis Fall, Gupteswor Mahadev Cave (dedicated to Lord Shiva). Finally, visit Phewa Lake (Second Largest Lake in Nepal) with the famous Tal Barahi Temple. Panoramic Views and Sacred Sites.

Transition from Nepal to Lord Rama's birthplace.

Fly to Bhairahawa and Drive to Ayodhya: Drive to the domestic Airport to fly to Bhairahawa. Arrive in Bhairahawa and begin your drive to Ayodhya (approx. 194 km, 5-6-hour drive). Check in to your hotel and spend the evening at leisure or explore markets.

Guided Darshan at Lord Rama's Birthplace.

Ayodhya Sightseeing: Visit the most Holy place of Hindus and Birth place of Lord Rama. Visit Kanak Bhawan (palace believed to be gifted by Kaikeyi), Hanuman Garhi (temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman), and Dasharath Darbar (court of King Dasharatha) and various temples.

Tour Concludes

Day 10 Departure (Ayodhya): After breakfast, depart to your own destinations. Tour Concludes.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusion & Exclusion

Accommodation
Guide
Meals
Transport
Additional Services
Flights
Insurance
Optional

Tour Policy

Confirmation Policy:

The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking.

In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.

Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking before confirmation and a full refund will be processed.

Cancellation Policy:

10 days: 100%
10 to 15 days: 75% + Non Refundable Component
15 to 30 days: 30% + Non Refundable Component
10Hotel / Air: 100% in case of non-refundable ticket / Hotel Room
10Cruise / Visa: On Actuals

All Prices are in Indian Rupees and subject to change without prior notice.
In the case FIT flight inclusive package, the full amount of the flight will be payable at the time of booking.