Ayodhya Tour Packages
Ayodhya is one of the most popular pilgrim destinations for Hindus and situated in Uttar Pradesh. It has beautiful stories like a tale from the Ramayan, a page from ancient history, and home to several tourist sites. The city is situated on the banks of the Sarayu River and is surrounded by beautiful temples and ghats. It is considered one of the seven most sacred cities for Hindus. This place is birthplace of Lord Rama and transforms into an illuminating place never seen before during the months of Ram Navami. To know historical beauty of ancient city, explore Ayodhya tour guide through which you will get to know significance and details of every historical place in Ayodhya city you visit. An Ayodhya tour package comprises of visit to the city's famous temples, Ram Janmbhoomi Temple Tour and the street markets.
Ayodhya has become most visited destination after 22nd January 2024 when Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lala taken place in newly built Ram Mandir. New infrastructure developments taken place in Ayodhya as new Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhya Railway Station and welcome gate. Ayodhya is very well connected with major cities of India and capital city Delhi. It takes approx 12 hours from Delhi via Agra Lucknow expressway and cover Delhi Ayodhya Road distance of 760 Km. If you are looking for a memorable Ayodhya tour, Travel to India brings a wide variety of Ayodhya holiday packages to choose a right pick for you. We offer widest range of custom Ayodhya tour package to suit every kind of traveller to book from Delhi, Mumbai, Mathura, Agra, Haridwar, Chennai, Varanasi or Ahmedabad. You can book Delhi to Ayodhya Tour Package by tempo traveller on rent.
Places to Visit Near Ayodhya
Ayodhya is heart of Uttar Pradesh and surrounded by important cultural cities as Varanasi, Gorakhpur, Prayagraj, Lucknow, Chitrakoot. If you are planning Ayodhya tour from Kerala, or Ayodhya tour packages from Chennai, Ayodhya tour packages from Delhi, must explore all nearby important places to complete Ramayan tour circuit. Travel to India brings some popular packages as Ayodhya Varanasi Tour Package, Ayodhya Varanasi Prayagraj tour, Ayodhya Lucknow Varanasi tour, Ayodhya Chitrakoot tour package.
Popular Tours from Ayodhya
Places near Ayodhya | Distance | Travel Time | Attractions |
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Lucknow | 135 Km | 2-3 Hours | Rumi Darwaza, Bara and Chota Imambara |
Chitrakoot | 270 Km | 4-5 Hours | Ramghat, Kamadgiri, Bharat Milap Temple |
Varanasi | 200 Km | 3-4 Hours | Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Sarnath, Ganges Ghats |
Prayagraj | 170 Km | 2-3 Hours | Triveni Sangam, Anand Bhwan, Khusro Bagh |
Shravasti | 110 Km | 1-2 Hours | Jetavana Monastery, Angulimal Stupa |
Best Places to Visit in Ayodhya
There are several tourist attractions in Ayodhya that you should not miss to visit. Apart from Ram Mandir, there are several places related to Ramayan era as Sita ki Rasoi, Dasrath Samadhi, Saryu River, Kanak Bhawan.
- Ram Janmabhoomi - Ayodhya is birthplace of Lord Rama- The seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu, is claimed to have grown up near the Sarayu River in Ayodhya, according to the Indian epic Ramayan. Hindu worshippers hold great regard for the Ram Janmabhoomi. The Ram Janmabhoomi land, which had long been a source of controversy, was given to a trust by the Indian Supreme Court so that it could be used to construct the Ram Temple. Foundation stone for Ram Mandir Ayodhya was laid on August 5, 2020, during a ceremony presided over by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The temple’s intended design is opulent and majestic. This is the place for which Ayodhya tour is gaining traction with overgrowing demand. During Deepawali & Ramnavami, many occasions are organized to celebrate the victory of truth over evil. Lamps lighting near Saryu River has been marked in Guinees Book of World Record for maximum number of earthern lamps.
- Hanumangarhi - The old temple, which dates back to the 10th century, is located in the center of the pilgrim town and is built in the shape of a fort. It can be reached by climbing 76 steps. It is thought to be the location where Lord Hanuman lived in a cave and guarded the town since it features circular fortifications in each of its four corners. A trip to Ayodhya will take you to all important characters of epic time with ancient history.
- Ramkot - One of the main draws of Ayodhya is this high ground that is covered in temples and shrines. According to the Hindu calendar, the Ram Navami festival is fervently celebrated here throughout the months of Chaitra (March–April). Currently, many pilgrims travel from all over the nation and the world to worship Lord Ram.
- Shri Nageshwarnath Temple - The Nageshwarnath Temple, which was built in Ayodhya in honor of the local god Lord Nageshwarnath, is situated close to their Bazaar. It is thought that Kush or Kusha, Lord Rama’s son, was responsible for setting it up. Although this holy place has been well-maintained since 750 AD, it is believed that Safar Jung’s minister, Naval Rai, rebuilt the existing temple around 1750. According to legend, Kush lost his arm ring in the neighborhood bath and ended up running into a Shiva devotee by the name of Naga Kanya.
- Kanak Bhawan - Kanak Bhawan is situated close to the northeastern corner of the Ram Janmabhoomi. This temple, also known as Sone-ka-Ghar, was built in 1891. It is a sacred location honoring Lord Rama, a Hindu god, and Lady Sita, his wife. The sanctum santorum of the Kanak Bhawan, also known as the Golden Palace, is said to contain three golden-crowned idols of the two gods below a silver ceiling (Garbagriha). It is believed that Kaikeyi, Rama’s stepmother, gave this shrine to him and Sita as a gift.
During Ayodhya tour, you can also visit to the nearby city of Faizabad which was once the capital of the Awadh region. Faizabad is home to several stunning historical monuments, including the Bara Imambara, Gulab Bari, Moti Mahal and the Rumi Darwaza. A visit to these monuments will take you on a journey of old Ayodhya.
How to Visit Ayodhya
Ayodhya city is easily reachable by various cities as Varanasi, Lucknow, Prayagraj, Gorakhpur, Vindhyachal and make good way for same day tour plan. There are several trains connecting at different time while Ayodhya Airport has flights to major domestic Airports. For a road trip, you can book car on rent with driver to travel with 3 to 7 persons easily and affordably.
Varanasi is also a major destination among international travellers with its magnificent Ganga Aarti rituals, temples and street food. If you are planning a north India tour, do not miss Varanasi tour. After exploring Banaras with your family, friends or group, plan one day Ayodhya tour package with Tempo Traveller Booking in Varanasi.
Best Time to Visit Ayodhya
Ayodhya city bears very high temperature in summer months of May and June which makes tough to plan a tour comfortably. Best season to visit Ayodhya is October to April with moderate temperature and pleasant weather.
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