Mumbai – Ayodhya – Varanasi – Bodhgaya – Gaya – Gorakhpur – Lumbini – Muktinath – Janakpur – Nagarkot – Mumbai Spiritual, Buddhist & Hindu Pilgrimage Tour | Approx. 15 Nights / 16 Days

Some trips take you somewhere, and then there are trips that take you somewhere deeper. This one belongs firmly in the second category. Stretching across sixteen days, this Ayodhya Varanasi Nepal Tour Package from Mumbai weaves together the birthplace of Lord Ram, the ghats of Varanasi, the enlightenment of Bodhgaya, and the sacred heights of Muktinath into a single unbroken pilgrimage. It is long, yes. But every single day earns its place on the itinerary.

Day 1: Mumbai → Ayodhya by Train

The journey begins at Mumbai Railway Station, right on schedule.

• Board the overnight train towards Ayodhya.
• Visit Dashrath Mahal.ain.

Day 2: Arrival in Ayodhya & Temple Sightseeing

Stepping off the train in Ayodhya feels different, there is a certain hush in the air that most pilgrimage towns carry.

• Meet our representative and transfer to the hotel.
• Check-in and freshen up.
• Visit Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple.
• Visit Hanuman Garhi.
• Visit Kanak Bhawan.
• Visit Dashrath Mahal.
• Walk on the Saryu river at Ram Ki Paidi.
• Evening Saryu Arti.
• Ayodhya, In the dead of night.

Day 3 - Ayodhya - Varanasi

Breakfast. Check-out. Drive to one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world.

• Check into the hotel on arrival.
• Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple area.
• Explore the Ganges’ world-famous ghats.
• Dashashwamedh Ghat evening Ganga Aarti, which hardly fails to impress.
• Stay the night in Varanasi.

Day 4: Sightseeing In Varanasi

An early start rewards you with the river at its most peaceful.

• Early morning optional boat ride on the Ganges.
• Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
• Visit Annapurna Temple.
• Visit Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple.
• Visit Durga Temple.
• Stop at Banaras Hindu University.
• Visit Bharat Mata Temple.
• Walk along Assi Ghat.
• Evening free for shopping and soaking in Varanasi's spiritual atmosphere.
• Overnight stay at Varanasi.

Day 5: Varanasi → Bodh Gaya

The drive today carries you into Buddhist territory.

• Check-in at the hotel on arrival.
• Visit the Mahabodhi Temple Complex.
• See the Bodhi Tree, under which enlightenment was attained.
• Visit the Great Buddha Statue.
• Explore the Thai Monastery.
• Visit the Japanese Temple.
• Evening prayer or meditation experience.
• Overnight stay at Bodh Gaya.

Day 6: Bodh Gaya → Gaya → Gorakhpur

Breakfast, then onward towards Gaya before continuing further east.

• Visit the Vishnupad Temple area.
• Visit Akshay Vat.
• Stop at the Falgu River area.
• Continue onward towards Gorakhpur.
• Hotel check-in on arrival.
• Visit Gorakhnath Temple, subject to opening hours.
• Overnight stay at Gorakhpur.

Day 7: Gorakhpur → Lumbini, Nepal

Crossing into Nepal marks a shift in the journey's tone, from Hindu pilgrimage towards Buddhist heritage.

• Drive towards the India-Nepal border and continue to Lumbini.
• Complete immigration formalities as required.
• Visit Maya Devi Temple, believed to be the birthplace of Buddha.
• Explore the Sacred Garden.
• Visit the Ashoka Pillar.
• Visit the World Peace Pagoda.
• Explore the International Monastic Zone.
• Overnight stay at Lumbini.

Day 8: Lumbini → Pokhara

• Drive towards Pokhara through beautiful Himalayan landscapes and countryside views.
• Hotel check-in on arrival.
• Evening leisure around Lakeside.
• Overnight stay at Pokhara.

Day 9: Pokhara → Jomsom → Muktinath

This is the heart of the Muktinath Tour Package from Mumbai, and honestly, the day most travellers remember long after the trip ends.

• Early morning transfer to Pokhara Airport.
• Fly to Jomsom, subject to weather and flight operations.
• Drive towards Muktinath.
• Visit Muktinath Temple, one of the holiest shrines for both Hindus and Buddhists.
• See the 108 Water Spouts.
• Visit Jwala Mai Temple.
• Visit the Muktinath Buddhist Monastery.
• Overnight stay at Muktinath or Jomsom.

Day 10: Muktinath → Pokhara

• Return towards Pokhara by road or flight, depending on operational conditions.
• On arrival, visit Phewa Lake.
• Explore the Lakeside market.
• Optional boating available.
• Overnight stay at Pokhara.

Day 11: Pokhara → Kathmandu

• Drive towards Kathmandu after breakfast.
• Hotel check-in on arrival.
• Evening free for leisure or shopping.
• Overnight stay at Kathmandu.

Day 12: Kathmandu → Janakpur

• Drive towards Janakpur after breakfast.
• Visit Janaki Mandir.
• Visit Ram Mandir.
• Visit Ram Sita Vivah Mandap.
• See Dhanush Sagar.
• Visit Ganga Sagar.
• Overnight stay at Janakpur.

Day 13: Janakpur → Kathmandu / Nagarkot

• Drive back towards Kathmandu and continue to Nagarkot.
• Hotel check-in.
• Relax and take in the Himalayan atmosphere.
• Sunset views, weather permitting.
• Overnight stay at Nagarkot.

Day 14: Nagarkot → Kathmandu Sightseeing

• Early morning Himalayan sunrise, a moment worth waking up for.
• After breakfast, proceed for Kathmandu sightseeing.
• Visit Pashupatinath Temple.
• Visit Boudhanath Stupa.
• Visit Swayambhunath Stupa.
• Explore Kathmandu Durbar Square.
• Overnight stay at Kathmandu.

Day 15: Kathmandu → Mumbai

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Transfer towards the designated railway station, depending on available railway connections, for the return train journey to Mumbai.
• Overnight journey by train.

Day 16: Arrival in Mumbai

• Arrival in Mumbai as per train schedule.
• Tour concludes with divine blessings and memories that stay long after the journey ends.

Tour Inclusions

• Hotel accommodation as per itinerary.
• Double/twin-sharing rooms.
• Daily breakfast.
• Mumbai to Ayodhya train tickets.
• Return Nepal/India to Mumbai train tickets as per agreed class.
• Private car/tempo traveller for Ayodhya to Janakpur sector and sightseeing.
• Janakpur to Lumbini transfer.
• Lumbini to Gorakhpur transfer.
• Gorakhpur to Varanasi transfer.
• Varanasi to Bodhgaya/Gaya transfer.
• Nepal local transportation for Kathmandu/Nagarkot/Muktinath sector.
• Airport/railway station transfers wherever applicable.
• Driver allowance.
• Fuel, parking, and tolls.
• Sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary.
• Border transfer assistance.
• Tour coordinator/driver assistance.
• Applicable taxes as per quotation.

Tour Exclusions

• Airfare, unless specifically mentioned.
• Train fare upgrade or premium train charges.
• Lunch and dinner.
• Personal expenses.
• Laundry, telephone, and room service.
• Temple donations, puja, havan, or seva charges.
• Monument/monastery/attraction entrance fees.
• Boat ride at Varanasi.
• Guide charges.
• Camera/video charges.
• Travel insurance.
• Visa/passport expenses, wherever applicable.
• Nepal entry/immigration-related charges, if applicable.
• Porter, tips, and gratuities.
• Medical expenses.
• Any additional sightseeing.
• Any additional vehicle usage.
• Muktinath helicopter/flight charges, if required.
• Additional accommodation caused by weather or road blockage.
• Expenses due to landslides, heavy snowfall, natural calamity, strikes, or other circumstances beyond the operator's control.
• GST, if applicable, unless specifically mentioned.

Cost

The tour cost depends on the number of persons travelling.

A journey covering three countries' worth of faith, Ram Janmabhoomi in Ayodhya, the ghats of Varanasi, the enlightenment at Bodhgaya, and the sacred trails of Muktinath, needs careful planning at every stage. That is exactly what Garhwal Himalayan Expedition brings to the table, coordinating trains, borders, and mountain transfers so the spiritual part of the trip stays the only thing you need to focus on. For bookings or customisation of this itinerary, reach out at +91 9811275279 or +91 9717237624.