• Help planning your Mumbai to Ayodhya and Varanasi to Mumbai flights
  • Ayodhya or Lucknow airport pickup and Varanasi airport drop
  • Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir, Hanuman Garhi and Kanak Bhawan
  • Saryu Aarti in Ayodhya
  • Private car from Ayodhya to Varanasi (about 200 km)
  • Kashi Vishwanath darshan and Ganga Aarti
  • Sunrise boat ride and Sarnath

How to Reach Ayodhya and Varanasi from Mumbai

Route Travel time Notes
Mumbai to Ayodhya (flight) About 2 to 2.5 hours direct Direct flights depend on the season
Mumbai to Lucknow (direct flight) + drive About 2 hours flight + 3 hours drive Good backup if Ayodhya flights are full
Ayodhya to Varanasi (private car) About 4 to 5 hours Included in the package
Varanasi to Mumbai (direct flight) About 2 hours 15 minutes Many daily flights

Booking an open-jaw ticket (into Ayodhya or Lucknow, out of Varanasi) means you never travel the same road twice. If you prefer, we can also run this tour in reverse, starting from Varanasi.

Travel Tips for Mumbai Travellers

  • Weather: North India is much colder than Mumbai in winter. From December to February, carry warm clothes for early darshan and the boat ride.
  • Ram Mandir rules: Phones, bags and leather items are not allowed inside. Free lockers are available near the entry.
  • Best time: October to March, and Ram Navami or Deepotsav for festivals.

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Inclusions

  • Hotel Accommodation. You will stay in the same or similar hotels throughout the tour.
  • Transfers & Sightseeing. All transfers and sightseeing will be done as per the itinerary using a private vehicle.
  • Meals Included. Daily Breakfast will be provided as per the Itinerary.
  • Professional & Experienced Driver (Route familiar)
  • Toll, Parking & Fuel. All toll charges, parking fees, fuel costs, and driver allowances are covered.
  • Taxes. All applicable hotel and transport taxes are included
  • Assistance for smooth temple visits and route guidance

Exclusions

  • Any item not mentioned under ‘Package Inclusions.’
  • GST at 5% (Goods and Services Tax) will be charged extra.
  • All personal expenses, such as laundry charges, mineral water, telephone calls, and tips or gratuities.
  • Medical and travel insurance costs.
  • Any type of entry fees for local attractions or premium access to temples.
  • Charges for cable cars, boats, train tickets, and air tickets are excluded.
  • VIP darshan or special pooja arrangements at temples are not part of the package and require direct payment if you choose to opt for them.

Take a morning flight from Mumbai to Ayodhya (Maharishi Valmiki International Airport). If direct Ayodhya flights do not suit your dates, fly to Lucknow and we drive you to Ayodhya (about 135 km, 3 hours).

After check-in, go for Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir darshan, then visit Hanuman Garhi. In the evening, attend the Saryu Aarti at Ram ki Paidi / Naya Ghat. Overnight in Ayodhya.

In the morning, visit Kanak Bhawan, Dashrath Mahal and Sita ki Rasoi. After breakfast, drive to Varanasi (about 200 km, 4 to 5 hours) by private car.

Check in, freshen up and head to Dashashwamedh Ghat for the famous evening Ganga Aarti. Overnight in Varanasi.

Start with a sunrise boat ride on the Ganga. You will pass Manikarnika Ghat and the ghats built by Maratha rulers, including Ahilyabai Ghat, Bhonsale Ghat and Scindia Ghat.

Next, take Kashi Vishwanath darshan through the corridor. The temple was rebuilt by Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar in 1780. After lunch, drive to Sarnath to see Dhamek Stupa and the museum, and visit Sankat Mochan Temple on the way back. Overnight in Varanasi.

After breakfast, visit BHU's New Vishwanath Temple or shop for Banarasi silk sarees, depending on your flight time. Our driver then drops you at Varanasi airport for your direct flight back to Mumbai.

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FAQS

Frequently Asked Questions

Fly from Mumbai to Ayodhya airport, or fly to Lucknow and we drive you to Ayodhya (about 3 hours). Our driver meets you at either airport.

Yes. The private car from Ayodhya to Varanasi (about 200 km, 4 to 5 hours) is included, along with all sightseeing and the Varanasi airport drop.

No. The ₹7,499 per person price covers hotels, private car, transfers and sightseeing. Flights or trains are extra, but we help you plan the best timings.

Yes. You can fly from Mumbai to Varanasi first, then drive to Ayodhya and fly back to Mumbai from Ayodhya or Lucknow.

Yes. Travel is by private car, the pace is comfortable and we can arrange wheelchair support at airports and help with temple queues.

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