Sacred Trails of India: A Spiritual & Cultural Odyssey – India
India
Overview
Journey Through the Holy Cities, Ancient Temples, and Timeless Heritage.
Included/Exclude
- Accommodation of rooms
- Meal on CP basis (Daily Breakfast at the hotel).
- All Transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary by ac private vehicle
- English speaking guide as per places mentioned in itinerary
- Driver Guided Assistance for the temple tour
- Air Fare / Rail Fare
- Expenses of personal nature such as laundry / tips / shopping / telephones / Medical etc.
- Any other expenses not mentioned in the inclusions mentioned above
- Charges in hotels for additional services
- Any adventure activity / any ride/ any services not mentioned in the itinerary
- Some attractions may have temporary closures or delays due to religious holidays or local festivals; guests will be informed of any changes.
- Tuktuk/rickshaw rides are at an additional cost.
Tour Plan
- Arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi
- Meet and greet by the representative
- Transfer to the hotel and check-in
- Relax and settle in after your journey
- Overnight stay in Delhi
- Breakfast at the hotel & check-out
- Drive to Haridwar, One of the holiest cities on the banks of the Ganges
- Enjoy a short sightseeing tour of Haridwar
- Visit Har Ki Pauri, The famous ghat where the Ganga Aarti takes place
- Explore Mansa Devi Temple, Temple offering panoramic view of the city
- Explore Bharat Mata Temple and Daksh Mahadev Temple
- Check-in at the hotel in Haridwar & Rest and relax at the hotel
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Drive to Rishikesh, The Yoga Capital of the World and a spiritual retreat
- Enjoy a half-day tour of Rishikesh
- Visit Ram Jhula & Laxman Jhula, Iconic suspension bridges over the Ganges
- Explore Parmarth Niketan Ashram, A serene ashram known for its evening Ganga Aarti
- Visit Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva
- Return to Haridwar and relax at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Haridwar
- Breakfast at the hotel & check-out
- Drive to Delhi, India’s vibrant capital known for rich history and culture
- Upon arrival, Transfer to the airport for a flight to Varanasi
- Arrival in Varanasi, The spiritual city & the oldest living city in the world
- Check-in at the hotel in Varanasi & Relax and settle in after your journey
- Overnight stay in Varanasi
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Enjoy a full-day tour of Varanasi visiting:
- Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple: A renowned Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, one of the most sacred in Varanasi.
- Next visit the nearby prominent temples: Annapurna Temple, Vishalakshi Devi Temple, Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, Durga Kund Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple, Birla Temple at Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Kalabhairav Temple, and New Vishwanath Temple.
- Boat ride on the Ganges, witnessing daily rituals and sunset views
- Attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat
- Evening shopping at the local market for silk sarees and handicrafts
- Rest and relax at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Varanasi
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Excursion to Prayagraj, The city of the sacred Sangam (confluence of three rivers)
- Enjoy a short sightseeing tour of Prayagraj
- Triveni Sangam, The confluence of Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati River
- Explore Anand Bhavan, The ancestral home of the Nehru family
- Return to Varanasi and relax at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Varanasi
- Breakfast at the hotel & check-out
- Drive to Ayodhya, The birthplace of Lord Rama & a major pilgrimage site
- Enjoy a half-day tour of Ayodhya
- Visit Ram Janmabhoomi Temple The holy site of Lord Rama’s birthplace
- Explore Hanuman Garhi, A famous temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman
- Kanak Bhawan, Temple dedicated to Lord Ram and Sita, showcasing gold idols
- Dashrath Mahal, Royal palace of King Dashrath, father of Lord Rama
- Check-in at the hotel in Ayodhya & Rest and relax at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Ayodhya
- Breakfast at the hotel & check-out
- Drive to Lucknow, The City of Nawabs, famous for its heritage and cuisine
- Transfer to the airport for a flight to Indore
- Arrival in Indore, The food capital of Madhya Pradesh and a cultural hub
- Check-in at the hotel in Indore
- Evening at leisure to explore on own
- Relax and settle in after your journey
- Overnight stay in Indore
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Drive to Omkareshwar ~ "Home to one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva"
- Enjoy a Short Tour in Omkareshwar visiting:
- Visit Omkareshwar Temple and Mamleshwar Temple, A revered temple located on an island in the Narmada River"
- Explore Siddhanath Temple and enjoy dip in Narmada Aarti
- Return to Indore and relax at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Indore
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Drive to Ujjain, An ancient city known for the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga
- Visit Mahakaleshwar Temple, A sacred temple dedicated to Lord Shiva & one of the 12 Jyotirlinga
- Explore Kal Bhairav Temple and Sandipani Ashram
- Visit Harsiddhi Temple and Ram Ghat
- Return to Indore and relax at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Indore
- Breakfast at the hotel & check-out
- Transfer to the airport for a flight to Mumbai
- Arrival in Mumbai, The City of Dreams and India’s financial capital
- Enjoy a short sightseeing tour of Mumbai
- Visit Marine Drive & Gateway of India, Iconic landmarks by the Arabian Sea
- Check-in at the hotel in Mumbai
- Rest and relax at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Mumbai
- Breakfast at the hotel & check-out
- Drive to Bhimashankar, Home to one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva
- Enjoy a spiritual visit to the Bhimashankar temple and the Bhima River
- Visit Bhimashankar Temple, A revered temple surrounded by lush greenery
- Check-in at the hotel in Bhimashankar
- Rest and relax at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Bhimashankar
- Breakfast at the hotel & check-out
- Drive to Shirdi, The sacred town of Sai Baba
- Check-in at the hotel in Shirdi & Enjoy a short evening tour visiting:
- Visit Shri Sai Baba Sansthan Museum to learn the life and teachings of Sai Baba
- Spend the evening visiting the peaceful Sai Baba Temple and attending the evening Aarti.
- Rest and relax at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Shirdi
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Enjoy a full-day tour of Shirdi visiting:
- Sai Baba Temple, The main temple dedicated to Sai Baba"
- Dwarkamai & Chavadi, Places associated with Sai Baba’s life"
- Gurusthan, The sacred Neem tree where Sai Baba meditated"
- Explore Shani Shingnapur Temple
- Rest and relax at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Shirdi
- Breakfast at the hotel & check-out
- Drive to Aurangabad, The gateway to Maharashtra’s ancient caves and Mughal history
- Enjoy a short sightseeing tour of Aurangabad
- Visit Bibi Ka Maqbara, A stunning 17th-century mausoleum, known as the 'Mini Taj Mahal”
- Explore Panchakki, A historic water mill built in the 17th century
- Check-in at the hotel in Aurangabad
- Rest and relax at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Aurangabad
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Drive to Ellora, A UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its rock-cut cave temples
- Enjoy a full-day tour of Ellora Caves visiting:
- Kailasa Temple, The world's largest monolithic rock excavation
- Jain & Buddhist Caves, Magnificent caves showcasing ancient Indian artistry
- · Grishneshwar Temple, One of the twelve Jyotirlingas
- · Return to Aurangabad and relax at the hotel
- · Overnight stay in Aurangabad
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Drive to Ajanta, A UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring ancient Buddhist rock-cut caves
- Enjoy a full-day tour of Ajanta Caves visiting:
- Ancient fresco paintings, Depicting stories of Buddha’s past lives and teachings
- Chaityas & Viharas, Buddhist prayer halls and monastic dwellings
- Cave 26, Famous for its intricate carvings of the reclining Buddha"
- Return to Aurangabad and relax at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Aurangabad
- Breakfast at the hotel & check-out
- Drive to Nashik, The Wine Capital of India and a sacred Hindu city
- Enjoy a short sightseeing tour of Nashik
- Visit Trimbakeshwar Temple, One of the twelve Jyotirlingas and a major Hindu pilgrimage site
- Explore Sula Vineyards, A famous winery offering wine tasting tours"
- Check-in at the hotel in Nashik & Rest and relax at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Nashik
- Breakfast at the hotel & check-out
- Drive to Mumbai, India’s financial capital and the heart of Bollywood
- Transfer to the airport for a flight to Bhubaneswar
- Arrival in Bhubaneswar, The Temple City of India with a rich cultural heritage
- Check-in at the hotel in Bhubaneswar
- Go for a Local shopping tour Pipli Market Visit of Bhubaneswar
- Shop at Pipli Market, known for its traditional appliqué work.
- Explore the colorful stalls offering a variety of handmade crafts adorned with intricate appliqué designs.
- Interact with local artisans and observe their craftsmanship.
- Purchase authentic Odishan handicrafts as souvenirs or gifts.
- Relax and settle in after your journey
- Overnight stay in Bhubaneswar
- Breakfast at the hotel & check-out
- Morning go for a Local tour of Bhubaneswar
- Lingaraj Temple - Majestic 11th-century temple dedicated to Lord Shiva
- Rajarani Temple - Unique temple known for its sculptural art and architecture
- Mukteshwar Temple - Small but intricately carved temple with a unique arched gateway
- Drive to Puri, A sacred coastal city famous for the Jagannath Temple
- Enjoy a half-day tour of Puri visiting:
- Jagannath Temple One of the four Char Dham pilgrimage sites
- Puri Beach, A serene beach known for golden sands and local seafood
- Check-in at the hotel in Puri
- Rest and relax at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Puri
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Drive to Konark, Home to the famous Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Enjoy a half-day tour of Konark visiting:
- Sun Temple, A 13th-century architectural marvel dedicated to the Sun God
- Chandrabhaga Beach, A scenic beach associated with Hindu mythology"
- Chilika Lake (optional boat ride) - Asia's largest brackish water lagoon, home to migratory birds and Irrawaddy dolphins
- Return to Puri and relax at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Puri
- Breakfast at the hotel & check-out
- Drive to Bhubaneswar for onward journey
- Transfer to the airport for departure
