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North India Trail
Path of Dharma: Walk in Shri Ram’s Footsteps
6 DAYS & 5 NIGHTS |
4.8/5 
STARTING FROM: ₹45,551Embark on a spiritual journey through the sacred sites of Shri Ram’s life, where he was born, spent over 11 years in exile with Sita Ji and Laxman Ji, and blessed the sacred confluence of rivers. Immerse yourself in the divine essence
of Ayodhya 1N, Chitrakoot 2N, Varanasi 2N, and Prayagraj on this enriching 5-night, 6-day North India trail.
Scholar-Guided Ramayana Tour by Neelesh Kulkarni
Welcome to The Ramayana Trail – guided by Neelesh Kulkarni, co-author of “In the Footsteps of Rama – Travels with the Ramayana”. Over 15 months, he retraced Rama’s journey, transforming it into a best-selling book. Neelesh Ji will personally accompany you on this journey, sharing unmatched insights and stories at every stop, bringing the epic to life. Experience the timeless cultural and spiritual heritage of the Ramayana through the North India Trail.
Highlights of the Yatra
Glimpse of Experiences at Ayodhya, Chitrakoot, Varanasi, and Prayagraj, where Shri Ram’s divine journey unfolds.
Detailed Itinerary
- Morning: Check into your hotel in Ayodhya and prepare for your spiritual journey. Start with a visit to the sacred Hanuman Garhi, the world’s first Hanuman temple, followed by a peaceful walk along the Ghats of Sarayu River.
- Highlight of the Day: Experience a boat ride on the Sarayu River, followed by an enlightening monologue on the Ramayana, its characters, and the sacred sites associated with Shri Ram’s journey.
- Overnight Stay: Ayodhya
- Morning: Visit Shri Ram Janmabhoomi, Dashrath Bhavan, and Kanak Bhavan, each deeply connected to the life of Shri Ram.
- Afternoon: After a traditional lunch, travel to Chitrakoot, with stops at Shringverpur and Rajapur—locations steeped in Ramayana lore.
- Highlight of the Day: Listen to Neelesh Ji’s insights into the significance of Shringverpur and Rajapur, including the birthplace of Tulsidas Ji.
- Overnight Stay: Chitrakoot
- Morning: Begin with a scenic ropeway ride to Hanuman Dhara, followed by a visit to the legendary Gupt Godavari Caves, where Shri Ram and Lakshman Ji held court.
- Afternoon: Explore Sphatik Shila and Kamadgiri Temple, and conclude your visit with an enriching tour of the Ramayana Museum.
- Experience: Boat ride and Aarti at Mandakini River.
- Highlight of the Day: Learn about the tales of Sugriva and Bali at Gupt Godavari Caves and discover the spiritual significance of Kamadgiri Temple.
- Overnight Stay: Chitrakoot
- Morning: Depart for Prayagraj (approximately 3.5 hours).
- Afternoon: Visit the Akshayavat Tree, and take a serene boat ride at Triveni Sangam, where the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers converge. Later, visit Bade Hanumanji Mandir.
- Experience: Boat ride at Triveni Sangam.
- Highlight of the Day: Discover the Akshayavat Tree’s legend, believed to grant moksha to those who meditate beneath it. Neelesh Ji will narrate captivating stories from this sacred site.
- Overnight Stay: Varanasi
- Morning: Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and experience the mesmerizing atmosphere of the sacred temple.
- Afternoon: Stroll along the famous ghats, visiting key spots like Manikarnika Ghat (the main cremation ghat) and Harishchandra Ghat.
- Evening: Attend the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at the ghats.
- Overnight Stay: Varanasi
After breakfast, your spiritual journey concludes. Depart with cherished memories and deeper insights from the Ramayana.
Stories Etched in Time
A visual journey through the places, legends, and memories of the Ramayana.
Hotels Envisaged
Inclusions
Comfortable Stays
Tasty Vegetarian Meals
Comfortable Travel
VIP Temple Access
Guided Tours
Learn from Experts
Yoga and Meditation
Exclusions
- Room Upgrades: Additional charges for upgraded room categories.
- Personal Services: Room service, laundry, and hotel amenities.
- Insurance: Travel and medical insurance are not included.
- Extra Accommodations: Costs for pre- or post-tour stays.
- Unforeseen Expenses: Costs due to flight delays, weather changes, or emergencies.
- Medical Costs: Expenses related to illness or accidents during the tour.
- Optional Activities: Charges for activities not listed in inclusions.
- Gratuities: Tips for guides, drivers, and service staff.
CUSTOMIZATION
We offer personalized tours for private groups, adapting the experience to suit your preferences and needs. Whether it’s customized itineraries, special accommodations, activities, or travel preferences across different destinations, we’ll ensure your journey is unforgettable.
Payment Schedule
- 50% booking amount at the time of booking.
- 75% of total booking amount within 45 days to 21 days.
- 100% payment 21 days prior to departure.
All additional charges levied by Government and banks / Credit card / Debit cards will be paid extra by guests.
Cancellation / Amandemant by Company
We reserve our right to amend or cancel a tour booked by you, without assigning any reason. Such amendment or cancellation may be due to circumstances beyond our control. In such cases, we will offer you alternative tour dates / tours or you would have the option of traveling as individual travelers (FIT) at respective FIT pricing, which is not as part of the original tours.
If the alternative date / tour is not acceptable or you do not wish to travel as individual travelers, we would refund the money paid by you, within a period of forty-five days from the date of amendment or cancellation.
However, we would not be responsible or liable to pay any compensation or damages or consequential loss or to refund any other expense incurred by you.
Cancellation of Booking by You
Should you wish to cancel your booking, you must notify us in writing. Such notification shall be deemed to have been given to us only on the date of the receipt of your letter, since we can act only on receipt.
The following cancellation charges shall apply irrespective of the reason for cancellation. You understand and acknowledge that these charges are a genuine pre-estimate of the damages that we will suffer on account of cancellation.
You understand that these damages are called liquidated damages in legal language, which are payable without proof of actual damages. You agree not to dispute such deductions or to demand proof of actual damages.
Cancellation Timeline | Cancellation Charges Per Person |
Clear 45 working days or more prior to the date of departure of the Tour or for non-payment of the balance Tour Cost. | Rs. 10,000/- as administration charges. |
Clear 44 to 21 working days prior to the date of departure of the Tour. | Booking amount. |
Less than 21 clear working days prior to the date of departure of the Tour. | 100% of Tour Price. |
Minimun Participation
Tours specified in the Brochure are subject to minimum participation of 20 paying Participants. If the participation is below the minimum prescribed, the Company reserves the right to amend, amalgamate, alter, vary, or cancel a Tour without incurring any liability to pay any compensation.
If the Company decides to operate the tour with participation below the minimum stipulated or if the participants are required to travel as ‘Individual Travellers’, the Company reserves the right to collect an additional pro-rata amount.
Persons traveling as individual travelers in such cases would not be provided certain services, which are part of the group tour including the service of tour managers. Clients may travel on the amended itinerary and changes in services, such as transportation on a “seat in coach” basis, where the coach departures are at fixed times and routes, etc.
FAQS
The North India Ramayana Trail is a seven-day spiritual journey through important sites in North India, connected to the Ramayana epic. Led by Neelesh Kulkarni, it explores temples, sacred locations, and natural landscapes linked to Shri Ram, Sita ji, and Lakshman ji.
The tour lasts seven days, covering key destinations like Ayodhya, Varanasi, and Prayagraj.
The package includes accommodation, guided tours of key Ramayana sites, transportation between locations, and select meals. Full details will be provided in your itinerary.
Yes, select meals are included, featuring local cuisine. More details will be shared in your itinerary.
We recommend lightweight, breathable clothing, comfortable walking shoes, a sunhat, toiletries, and any necessary medications. Don’t forget your camera to capture the beautiful sights!
For our fixed group departure tours, the itinerary is fixed. However, we do offer the option to organize private tours where we can customize the itinerary, accommodations, and activities based on your specific preferences, ensuring a personalized and unique experience.
Most temples offer wheelchair access; however, please inform us in advance during booking. Guests using a wheelchair must be accompanied by a co-traveler.
Some sites feature stairs and steep climbs. We advise guests to assess their health conditions and choose their participation accordingly.
