Kashi & Dev Deepawali Special
Dev Deepawali on the ghats, Kashi Vishwanath darshan, a sunrise boat ride, Sarnath and Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir — 3 nights of faith and festivity.
- 🗓️Duration3 Nights / 4 Days
- 🚩Next departure22 Nov 2026
- ☀️Best timeOctober to March; Dev Deepawali in November
- 👥Group size15–25 travellers
- 🥾DifficultyEasy
- 📍DestinationVaranasi & Ayodhya
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Overview
This Kashi special is built around the most beautiful night in Varanasi — Dev Deepawali, when every ghat glows with diyas. You also get darshan at Kashi Vishwanath, a sunrise boat ride, the Ganga aarti, Sarnath and a day in Ayodhya.
The group is a lovely mix of families, friends and solo travellers; the trip captain handles boats, darshan timings and the festival crowds.
Highlights
- Dev Deepawali — lakhs of diyas on the ghats (festival batch)
- Kashi Vishwanath darshan
- Sunrise boat ride and Ganga aarti
- Sarnath — where the Buddha gave his first sermon
- Ram Mandir darshan in Ayodhya
- Banarasi food walk
Day-wise itinerary
Day 1Arrive Varanasi · Ganga aarti
Pickup from Varanasi airport at 11 AM. Evening Ganga aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.
Day 2Sunrise boat · Kashi Vishwanath · Sarnath
Sunrise boat ride along the ghats, Kashi Vishwanath darshan, then an afternoon at Sarnath. Evening Dev Deepawali boat ride (festival batch).
Day 3Varanasi → Ayodhya
Drive to Ayodhya — Ram Mandir darshan, Hanuman Garhi and the Saryu aarti.
Day 4Departure
Drop at Ayodhya airport or station, or back to Varanasi.
Dates & seats
| 22 Nov – 25 Nov 2026Sun → Wed | Filling fast | |
| 15 Jan – 18 Jan 2027Fri → Mon | Seats open |
What's included
Included
- 3 nights on twin/triple sharing
- Breakfast & dinner every day
- Sunrise boat ride and evening festival boat (shared)
- All transfers in an AC vehicle
- Local guide in Varanasi and Sarnath
- Dil Se trip captain throughout
Not included
- Flights or trains to Varanasi / from Ayodhya
- Special darshan tickets
- Lunches and personal expenses
- 5% GST
Stays & pickup
- Varanasi: 3★ hotel near the ghats (2 nights)
- Ayodhya: 3★ hotel (1 night)
- Varanasi airport · 11:00 AM
Best time to visit Varanasi & Ayodhya
October to March; Dev Deepawali in November
How to reach
Fly or take a train to Varanasi (airport pickup at 11:00 AM). The trip ends in Ayodhya, which has an airport and railway station.
Good to know
🎒 Things to carry
- Shawl or light jacket for boat rides
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunglasses, cap and sunscreen
- Reusable water bottle
- Personal medicines
- Power bank and a government photo ID
- Footwear that is easy to slip off at temples
💡 Know before you go
- Carry a government photo ID; foreign nationals need a passport.
- The itinerary may change due to weather, road or local conditions — your trip captain will choose the safest option.
- Rooms are shared with travellers of the same gender unless you book together.
- Please reach the pickup point 15 minutes early.
- Phones and bags are not allowed inside Kashi Vishwanath — lockers are available.
Payment & cancellation
Payment schedule
| When | At booking | 30 days before | 15 days before |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amount due | Token ₹5,000 / person | 50% of trip cost | 100% (balance) |
Cancellation policy
| Days before departure | 30+ | 29–15 | 14–7 | 6–0 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refund | 90% | 50% | 25% | No refund |
| Or shift batch | Free | Free once | ₹2,000 fee | — |
Token amount and GST are non-refundable.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Dev Deepawali boat included?
Yes, on the festival batch a shared boat for the evening is included.
Can elderly parents join?
Yes, we keep walking short and help with darshan.
Can I add Prayagraj?
Yes, a Sangam visit can be added on the way to Ayodhya.
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