India Ramayana Tour

India Ramayana tour covering Sitamarhi, Janakpur, Chitrakoot,and Ayodhya.The Ramayana is one of the most revered Hindu epics, and the places associated with it are considered sacred and significant. The India Ramayana tour covers some of these important places that are mentioned in the Ramayana, providing a unique opportunity for visitors to experience the story and history of this epic.The tour begins in Sitamarhi, a small town in the state of Bihar, where Sita, the wife of Lord Rama, was born. The town is known for its ancient temples, and the most significant among them is the Sita Temple, which is dedicated to the goddess Sita. It is believed that this temple was built on the spot where Sita was found as a baby, and it attracts thousands of devotees every year.
The next stop on the tour is Janakpur, a city in Nepal that is believed to be the birthplace of Sita. The city is home to the Janaki Temple, which is dedicated to Sita and is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Nepal. The temple is known for its beautiful architecture and intricate carvings, and it attracts devotees from all over the world.
From Janakpur, the tour moves to Ayodhya, a city in Uttar Pradesh that is associated with Lord Rama. Ayodhya is believed to be the birthplace of Lord Rama, and it is home to the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, which is built on the spot where Lord Rama is believed to have been born. The temple is a significant pilgrimage site for Hindus, and it attracts millions of devotees every year.
Apart from the temples, the India Ramayana tour also covers other important places associated with the Ramayana. In Sitamarhi, visitors can also visit the Janaki Temple, which is dedicated to Sita and is believed to be the spot where she was married to Lord Rama. In Ayodhya, visitors can also visit the Hanuman Garhi Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Hanuman, one of the most important characters in the Ramayana.

DAY 01 : PATNA – SITAMARDHI (145 Kms / 4-5 Hours)

Upon your arrival in Patna, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to Sitamardhi, which is approximately 145 Kms or a 4-5 hour drive away. Sitamarhi is renowned as the birthplace of the Hindu goddess Sita. After check-in at the hotel, you will have the opportunity to visit the Janaki Temple in the evening, which is the birthplace of Sita. Adjacent to the temple lies Janaki-Kund, where the popular mythical tale suggests that King Janaka used to bathe baby Sita. Later, you can explore Haleshwar Sthan, Sitamarhi, which is an ancient place believed to have been built by Mithila King Janaka, Sita's father from the epic Ramayana. The Shiva temple at Haleshwar Sthan is said to be the original location where the king invoked Lord Shiva. Your day will end with dinner and an overnight stay at Sitamardhi.

DAY 02 : SITAMARHI - JANKPUR – PATNA
After breakfast, you will proceed to Jankpur, also known as Janakpurdham, which is approximately 60 kms or a 1.5-hour drive away. Jankpur was the capital of the ancient Mithila kingdom, where Sita's father, Janak, once ruled as king. This charming town is famous for housing Nepal's largest temple, the Janki temple, which was built in honor of Princess Sita, who married Lord Ram in this very town. The temple showcases a unique style of Hindu-Koiri architecture and is a massive complex, with a three-storied structure standing tall at 50 meters and featuring 60 rooms. The temple's vibrant white exterior is adorned with colorful artwork, flags, and paintings, offering a spectacular view to visitors.
Later proceed to Patna approx 210 Kms / 6 Hours . Check In Hotel . In Evening visit Takht Sri Harmandir Ji, patna sahib gurudwara is birth place of tenth sikh Guru Gobind Singh Ji maharaj Dinner and Overnight at Patna .

DAY 03 :PATNA – DEOGHAR
Morning breakfast proceed to Deoghar (260 kms - 6 hours) scare land of Baidyanath Temple among one of the 12th Joytrilinga Check In Hotel Dinner and Overnight at Deoghar.

DAY 04 :BAIDYANATH & BASUKINATH TEMPLE
Morning visit Baidyanath temple Jyotirlinga The temple opens at 04:00 a.m. and closes at 09:00 p.m. (it also closes between 03:30 p.m. and 06:00 p.m.). later proceed to Basukinath - 46 Kms from Deoghar the pilgrimage to Babadham is considered incomplete without paying homage at Basukinath. Return to Deoghar. En route En-route Enjoyed ropeway at Trikuth Parvat. Return to Hotel . visit Naulakha temple is dedicated to Goddess Radha and Lord Krishna. Its architecture looks a lot like that of the Ramakrishna Temple in Baldur, West Bengal . Rikhia Yoga Ashram is a promiment Center of Yoga, Meditation and Peace located 12km from Deoghar Town. Rikhia Ashram at Deoghar was established by Swami Satyananda Saraswati in 1988. Ramakrishna Mission Vidyapith. In the evening attend Shringar Pooja at Baidyanath Temple. Dinner and Overnight stay will be at hotel Deogha.

DAY 05 : DEOGHAR - BODH GAYA ( 250 KMS/ 6 HOURS )
Morning Breakfast. Check out from Hotel and Drive to Bodhgaya.. Bodhgaya is the most important Buddhist pilgrimage centre where Lord Buddha attained Enlightenment. Check In Hotel . In evening visit of Mahabodhi Temple Complex and 80 feet Overnight stay will be at Bodhgaya.

DAY 06 : BODHGAYA – GAYA - VARANASI ( 270 Kms 6 Hours )
Morning Visit Vishupad Teeeemple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. - This temple is located along the Falgu River, marked by a footprint of Lord Vishnu known as Dharmasila, incised into a block of basalt. option for performed Ritual Pind Daan at Falgu River, Akshaywat and at Vishnupad Temple. After completing Pind Daan ritual . Later visit Mangala Gauri temple:-One of the 18 Shaktippethas (Breast of Sati devi fell here.), Sita Kund, Ramshila Hill . After Lunch proceed to Varanasi . proceed to Varanasi or 'Kashi' as it is popularly called, is one of the oldest living cities in the world. . Overnight stay at Varanasi.

DAY 07 : VARANASI
Begin your day with an early morning temple visit to witness the Kal Bhairav Darshan, followed by a visit to the Main Kashi Vishwanath Temple, which is one of the 12 jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, and the Annapurna Devi Temple. After returning to your hotel and enjoying breakfast, it will be time to check-out and proceed to explore the Tulsi Manas Mandir, Durga Mandir, Sankat Mochan Temple, and New Vishwanath Temple (B.H.U). Next, make your way to Sarnath for a comprehensive tour of the Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, Jain Temple, Buddha Museum, Ashok Pillar, and Deer Park.
In the evening, attend the Aarti Puja prayers at Dashashwamedh Ghat on the Ganga River, which commences at approximately 6 PM. Please note that this is a no-vehicle zone, so your vehicle will stop at the parking stand, and you will need to walk or take a rickshaw through an over-crowded market to reach the ghat. After the Aarti Puja, return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Varanasi.

DAY 08 : VARANASI - VINDHYACHAL –ALLAHABAD
After an early breakfast, we will proceed for Vindhyachal - famous for Vindhyavasini Devi Temple . It is believed that Goddess Durga, after having killed demon Mahishasura, etablished herself at Vindhyachal. After that, we will visit Sitakund and Ashtabuja Temple . Later, cover Gangeshwar Nath Temple , Durga Cave Temple and drive to Allahabad . Check in to hotel in Allahabad. Have dinner and night stay.

DAY 09 : ALLAHABAD – CHITRAKOOT (150 KM 3 HRS) ALLAHABADD
After breakfast at hotel proceed to Chitrakoot approx 150 kms one way journey .The place where Bharat, brother of Lord Rama came to visit him and asked him to return to Ayodhya. Upon arrival proceed for local sightseeing of Chitrakoot. Chitrakoot Tour includes Ram Ghat, Bharat Milap Temple,Hanuman Dhara , Sita Kund / Janaki Kund and Sati Anusuya Ashram and Kamadgiri a forested mountain . Gupt Godavari is a cavern located at a distance of 19 km south of Ram Ghat In evening drive back to Allahabad. Dinner and Stay at night at hotel in Allahabad .

DAY 10 : ALLAHABAD- AYODHYA ( 200 kms / 4 HOURS )
After Morning can take a Holy dip at Triveni Sangam -confluence of the three rivers- Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati . Later proceed to Ayodhya .Check In hotel Hotel . Full day local sightseeing of Ayodhya City. It is on the banks of the Gogra (Ghaghara or Saryu) River, bathing in which is supposed to destroy even the sin. Ayodhya, is believed to be the Birth Place of Lord Rama . Overnight at Ayodhya.

DAY 11 : AYODHYA- LUCKNOW ( 140 kms 3 Hours )
After breakfast visit . Local sightseeing at Ayodhya which was left . In time transfer to Lucknow Airport / Station