
Varanasi, Prayagraj & Lucknow
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From sacred Varanasi to regal Lucknow – this 5 day journey blends spirituality, history and culture. Begin with the spellbinding Ganga Aarti and a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges, then you’ll visit Kashi Vishwanath, wander Banaras Hindu University and explore Sarnath’s ancient stupas and museum. Continue to Prayagraj for Anand Bhavan, the Triveni Sangam and views from the riverside fort. Round off in Lucknow – expect to see Bara Imambara with its maze, the elegant Chota Imambara, the poignant British Residency and the grand Rumi Darwaza – with time to savour Awadhi flavours. Starts in Varanasi and ends in Lucknow.
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Duration
5 daysHotel Rating
3, 4 or 5 star hotelsStarts
VaranasiEnds
PrayagrajMinimum Age
No minimum ageMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in India that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
YesTour Guide
Yes - for included sightseeing.Country
IndiaPassengers
$2,620.00
$1,439.00
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Min 1 / Max Private Tour
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Range
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Guide
Yes - for included sightseeing.Group Size
Min 1 / Max Private TourRange
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Private ToursPlaces You'll See

Varanasi

Prayagraj

Allahabad

Lucknow

Lucknow Division
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Varanasi
Arrive in Varanasi and check in to your hotel. You have time to settle in before evening. Later, we head to the ghats to witness the Ganga Aarti on the banks of the Ganges – a daily ceremony of lamps and devotional chants that reflects the city’s enduring spiritual traditions. Overnight at hotel.
Day 2 - Varanasi - Kashi
Rise early for a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges, watching morning prayers and rituals unfold along the ghats. Return to the hotel for breakfast, then set out on a guided city tour. We visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of Varanasi’s most revered shrines to Lord Shiva, before continuing to Bharat Mata Temple to see its distinctive marble relief map of India. We also explore the campus of Banaras Hindu University. Later, we head to Sarnath to view the Dhamek Stupa and the remains at the Sarnath Archaeological Site and Museum. We round off the day at Ramnagar Fort, noted for its grand architecture and sense of history. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 - Varanasi - Prayagraj
After breakfast, we drive 125 kilometres – around three hours by road – from Varanasi to Prayagraj. On arrival, we visit Anand Bhavan Museum, the former home of the Nehru family, where personal belongings, photographs and memorabilia trace an important chapter of India’s political history. We then continue to the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna and the Saraswati, a site of deep religious significance. We end the day at Allahabad Fort, set above the meeting of the rivers and offering broad views of the area. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 - Prayagraj - Lucknow
We leave Prayagraj for Lucknow – a 200 km drive taking around four hours. On arrival, we begin exploring the city’s nawabi heritage at Bara Imambara, where we navigate the Bhul-Bhulaiya labyrinth and take in panoramic views from the terrace. We continue to Chota Imambara, noted for its chandeliers, mirrors and fine calligraphy, before visiting the British Residency – a key site during the Indian Rebellion of 1857 – to walk through its evocative ruins and gardens. We end at the imposing Rumi Darwaza, an emblem of Lucknow’s architectural grandeur.After the day’s visits, we return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 5 - Lucknow - Varanasi - Prayagraj
After a leisurely breakfast, we check out of the hotel. You then make your way to the airport for your flight, bringing to a close a journey through Varanasi, Prayagraj and Lucknow – where spirituality, history and culture sit side by side.
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