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Cultural Quadrangle of Awadh

6N / 7D Ayodhya 4.8from ₹21,900

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About this trip

Overview

The Cultural Quadrangle of Awadh is a spiritually immersive journey through four of North India's most revered destinations - Ayodhya, Prayagraj, Varanasi and Gaya. The circuit traces the birthplace of Lord Rama, the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati, the eternal city of Lord Shiva and the hallowed ground where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. This well paced seven day journey blends temple darshan, river rituals and heritage sightseeing, with comfortable transfers and an overnight stay planned at each destination.

6N / 7DDuration

3 Star to 4 Star LuxuryHotels

All vegetarian meals on buffet basisMeals

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Why you will love it

Highlights

Four pilgrimage cities on one unbroken route: Ayodhya, Prayagraj, Varanasi and Gaya

Ram Janmabhoomi darshan with a full day for Ayodhya's temples and ghats

A holy dip at Triveni Sangam, where the Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati meet

Two evenings at the Dashashwamedh Ghat Ganga Aarti, each with a boat ride

Bodh Gaya, where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment, on the closing leg

Three hotel grades on the same route: 3 Star, 4 Star Basic and 4 Star Luxury

Private vehicle sized to the group, from a Swift Dzire to a 12 seater

All vegetarian buffet meals, toll, parking and driver allowance included

Day by day

Itinerary

Day 1

From the Heart of Lucknow to the Spirit of Ayodhya

Your journey begins with arrival in either Ayodhya or Lucknow, both holding their own allure.

Lucknow to Ayodhya135 km3 HoursAll vegetarian meals on buffet basisAyodhya

Your journey begins with arrival in either Ayodhya or Lucknow, both holding their own allure. In Ayodhya you step into the sacred realm hailed as the birthplace of Lord Rama. On arrival, settle into your hotel. The evening is left free for personal exploration, so you can rest and be ready for the days that follow.

Day 2

Immerse in Ayodhya's Heritage

The full day is given to Ayodhya's cultural and religious heritage.

5 HoursAll vegetarian meals on buffet basisAyodhya

The full day is given to Ayodhya's cultural and religious heritage. Walk the historic streets, where every turn carries a story of deities and sages, and spend time on the banks of the Sarayu, where the ancient ghats hold the devotion of pilgrims and the quiet flow of sacred water. Return to the hotel in the evening.

Day 3

Onward to Prayagraj from Ayodhya

Today moves from Ayodhya to Prayagraj, once known as Allahabad and famous for the meeting of three sacred rivers at the Triveni Sangam.

Ayodhya to Prayagraj168 km5 HoursAll vegetarian meals on buffet basisPrayagraj

Today moves from Ayodhya to Prayagraj, once known as Allahabad and famous for the meeting of three sacred rivers at the Triveni Sangam. On arrival, take in the confluence where the Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati come together, then see the landmarks that shaped the city, including the Allahabad Fort and Anand Bhavan, before the overnight stay in Prayagraj.

Day 4

From Prayagraj to the Ancient City of Varanasi

Depart Prayagraj for Varanasi, one of the oldest and most revered cities in the world.

Prayagraj to Varanasi120 km3 HoursAll vegetarian meals on buffet basisVaranasi

Depart Prayagraj for Varanasi, one of the oldest and most revered cities in the world. The morning is kept for darshan at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple. As evening falls, make your way to Dashashwamedh Ghat for the Ganga Sewa Nidhi Aarti, the ceremony that honours the river, followed by a boat ride and a bath at the ghat. Overnight in Varanasi.

Day 5

Explore the Spiritual Heart of Varanasi

The morning covers the temples that carry the city's spiritual weight, followed by Assi Ghat and the other prominent ghats, where daily life and ritual run side by side along the Ganga.

6 HoursAll vegetarian meals on buffet basisVaranasi

The morning covers the temples that carry the city's spiritual weight, followed by Assi Ghat and the other prominent ghats, where daily life and ritual run side by side along the Ganga. There is time for the markets, known for their silk and handcrafted work, before a second evening of the Ganga Aarti and a boat ride. Overnight in Varanasi.

Day 6

Varanasi to Gaya

The final leg travels from Varanasi to Gaya, a city held sacred in both Hinduism and Buddhism.

Varanasi to Gaya250 km6 HoursAll vegetarian meals on buffet basisGaya

The final leg travels from Varanasi to Gaya, a city held sacred in both Hinduism and Buddhism. On arrival there is time for its most revered sites, among them Bodh Gaya, where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment, and the Vishnupada Temple. Overnight in Gaya.

Day 7

Departure

After breakfast you are transferred to the railway station or airport for your onward journey home, carrying the quiet of four sacred cities with you.

Breakfast

After breakfast you are transferred to the railway station or airport for your onward journey home, carrying the quiet of four sacred cities with you.

What is covered

What's included

Included

Accommodation for 06 nights on sharing basis in the selected hotel category
Transport for 07 days with all sightseeing in a private vehicle
All arrival and departure transfers
All vegetarian meals on buffet basis
All toll tax, parking charges and driver allowances
Fuel charges and hotel taxes as applicable to the package
Sightseeing and excursions as listed in the confirmed itinerary
Arrival assistance and vehicle coordination
Customer support on the designated number through the trip
Children below 5 years sharing the parents' bed, subject to hotel policy

Not included

5% Government Service Tax (GST)
Any international or domestic air or rail tickets
Table drinks, laundry and porter charges
Tips, camera fees, ropeway charges and entrance charges
Travel, personal accident and health insurance
Personal expenses of any kind
Road closures and anything not listed under inclusions

Where you stay

Hotels

City	Hotel	Nights
Ayodhya	Awadh Samrat / Shane Awadh	2
Prayagraj	Naveen Continental / Orchard One	1
Varanasi	Elegance / Dev Residency / Glorious Grand	2
Gaya	Imperial / Bodhgaya Regency	1

City	Hotel	Nights
Ayodhya	Padamshree Palace / Awadh Classio	2
Prayagraj	Placid / Millenium Inn	1
Varanasi	Arcadia / Primeland	2
Gaya	Hotel MahaBodhi / Budha Resort	1

City	Hotel	Nights
Ayodhya	Hotel Ramayana / Krinoscco	2
Prayagraj	Kanha Shyam / Rudraksh Hotel / Radisson	1
Varanasi	HHI / Costa Rivera	2
Gaya	Marasa Sarovar / Ramada by Wyndham	1

Meal plan at every stay: All meals. Hotels are confirmed at booking and are subject to availability. An unavailable hotel is replaced with one of a similar category.

What it costs

Rates

Price per person
Group size	3 Star	4 Star Basic	4 Star Luxury
2 Pax1 x Swift Dzire	₹33,500	₹41,500	₹52,900
4 Pax1 x Swift Dzire	₹24,500	₹33,500	₹43,900
6 Pax1 x Innova Crysta	₹25,500	₹34,500	₹44,900
8 Pax1 x Innova Crysta	₹24,500	₹33,500	₹43,900
10 Pax1 x 12 Seater Tempo Traveller	₹22,900	₹31,900	₹42,500
12 Pax1 x 12 Seater Tempo Traveller	₹21,900	₹30,900	₹41,500

Rates exclude GST and may change on peak season, festive and long weekend dates.

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Before you book

Booking terms

Payment schedule

25% of the total package cost is paid at the time of booking
A further 50% is paid at least 30 days before the departure date
The remaining 25% is paid at least 15 days before the departure date
The full package amount must be cleared before the tour begins
Booking confirmation is subject to receipt of the required advance
A booking made 45 days or more before departure needs a minimum 25% advance
A booking made 30 days before departure needs a minimum 50% advance
A booking made 15 days before departure needs the full tour amount

Cancellation policy

30 days or more before the arrival date, 90% of the total booking amount is refunded
25 to 29 days before the arrival date, 70% of the total booking amount is refunded
20 to 24 days before the arrival date, 50% of the total booking amount is refunded
10 to 19 days before the arrival date, 25% of the total booking amount is refunded
Within 9 days of the arrival date no refund is applicable
All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing or by email
Refunds are processed after cancellation charges and any non-refundable third party costs already incurred
A booking may be cancelled by the guest or any authorised member of the travelling party

Important notes

Package rates may not apply during peak season, festive periods, long weekends and special event dates
Hotels are subject to availability at confirmation, and an unavailable hotel is replaced with one of similar category and standard
Early check in and late check out depend on hotel availability and may carry an extra charge
Standard hotel check in and check out timings apply unless confirmed otherwise
The vehicle runs strictly to the confirmed itinerary and is not available for personal disposal
Sightseeing is subject to road, traffic, political, weather and local operating conditions
The itinerary may be changed where weather, road closures, government restrictions or safety require it
No refund is given for sightseeing or services missed due to weather, natural calamity, road closure or political disturbance
Delay or cancellation of a third party service such as helicopter, pony, palki or ropeway may affect the itinerary, and any extra stay or transport is chargeable
Entrance fees, monument fees and park fees are paid directly by the guest unless specifically included
Guests are advised to avoid unnecessary night travel, particularly in hill and remote areas
Any service requested outside the confirmed itinerary is chargeable separately
Rates may change with hotel tariffs, transport charges, fuel prices, taxes or government regulations
Services not used voluntarily by the guest are not refundable
Guests must carry valid identification documents and any permits required for the journey

Common questions

FAQs

What does the tour cost per person?

Per person rates start at 21,900 for a group of 12 in 3 Star hotels and rise with the hotel grade and the smaller group sizes, up to 52,900 per person for two travellers in 4 Star Luxury. The vehicle changes with the group, from a Swift Dzire for two to four, an Innova Crysta for six to eight, and a 12 seater Tempo Traveller for ten to twelve.

How is the payment scheduled?

25% of the package cost is paid at booking, a further 50% at least 30 days before departure and the balance 25% at least 15 days before departure. The full amount must be cleared before the tour starts, and a booking is confirmed only once the advance is received.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancelling 30 days or more before arrival refunds 90% of the booking amount, 25 to 29 days refunds 70%, 20 to 24 days refunds 50% and 10 to 19 days refunds 25%. Within 9 days of arrival no refund applies. Every request must be sent in writing or by email, and refunds are processed after cancellation charges and any non-refundable third party costs already paid.

Is GST included in the package cost?

No. 5% Government Service Tax is charged over and above the quoted rate. Entrance fees, camera fees and ropeway charges are also paid directly by the guest unless specifically included.

Which hotels will we stay in?

The hotel list is confirmed at the time of booking and is subject to availability. If a listed hotel is unavailable, an alternate hotel of a similar category and standard is arranged. Standard check in and check out timings apply, and early check in or late check out depends on the hotel and may cost extra.

Can the itinerary change during the trip?

It can. Sightseeing depends on road, traffic, weather and local conditions, and the plan may be shortened, extended or rearranged where safety, government restrictions or operational needs require it. No refund is given for services missed for reasons beyond our control, and any additional cost arising from such a change is payable by the guest.

Do these rates apply during festivals and peak dates?

Not always. Package rates may not apply during peak season, festive periods, long weekends and special event dates. Share your travel dates and the team will confirm the applicable rate before booking.

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