Day 01: Arrival in Varanasi – Evening Ganga Aarti
Upon arrival at Varanasi Airport/Railway Station, you will be warmly received and transferred to your hotel. After check-in and some relaxation, begin your spiritual journey.
In the evening, visit the sacred Dashashwamedh Ghat to witness the world-famous Ganga Aarti ceremony. Experience the divine atmosphere as priests perform rituals with lamps, chants, and synchronized movements along the banks of the holy River Ganges. You may also choose to enjoy the Aarti from a boat (optional).
Aarti Timings (Approx.):
- Winter: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Summer: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 02: Varanasi – Jain Temples Tour & Sarnath Excursion
Start your day early with a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges, experiencing the serene beauty of “Subah-e-Banaras.” Witness devotees performing rituals along the ghats, including:
- Manikarnika Ghat
- Assi Ghat
- Dashashwamedh Ghat
Return to the hotel for breakfast.
Later, visit the sacred Jain temples of Varanasi, including the revered Shri Parshvanath Digambar Jain Temple and nearby Shwetambara Jain Temple, dedicated to the 23rd Tirthankara, Lord Parshvanath. These temples are important centers of Jain philosophy, emphasizing non-violence and spiritual discipline.
In the afternoon, proceed to Sarnath and visit the Digambar Jain Temple Sarnath, dedicated to Tirthankara Shreyansnath. This temple attracts devotees during major Jain festivals like Mahavir Jayanti and Paryushana.
Temple Timings: 5:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Return to Varanasi for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 03: Varanasi – Kakandi – Kushinagar
After breakfast, drive towards Kushinagar. En route, visit Kakandi, an important Jain pilgrimage site associated with the 9th Tirthankara, Lord Pushpadanta (Suvidhinath). It is believed to be the place of his birth and early spiritual journey.
Continue your drive to Kushinagar. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. Spend the evening at leisure or visit nearby monasteries.
Dinner and overnight stay in Kushinagar.
Day 04: Kushinagar – Pawanagar – Shravasti
After breakfast, explore key Jain and spiritual sites in Kushinagar, including the Digambara Jain Temple and nearby sacred locations.
Later, visit Pawanagar (Pawapuri region), associated with the Nirvana of Lord Mahavira according to Jain traditions.
Continue your journey towards Balrampur and Shravasti. Shravasti holds great importance in Jainism as the birthplace of the 3rd Tirthankara, Lord Sambhavanath. Visit the revered Shobhnath Jain Temple located in the Mahet area.
Check in to your hotel in Shravasti. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 05: Shravasti – Kaushambi – Prayagraj
After breakfast, proceed to Kaushambi, another significant Jain pilgrimage destination.
Visit Prabhasgiri (Pabhosa), associated with the 6th Tirthankara, Lord Padmaprabhu. Explore both Digambara and Shwetambara Jain temples situated on a small hilltop, reached by climbing steps, offering a peaceful spiritual experience.
Later, continue your journey to Prayagraj (Allahabad). Upon arrival, check in to your hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay in Prayagraj.
Day 06: Prayagraj – Return Journey
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Prayagraj Railway Station/Airport for your onward journey.
Alternatively, you can drive back to Varanasi for departure.
Return home with peaceful memories of a spiritually enriching Jain pilgrimage tour across sacred destinations of India.
