India Pilgrimage Tour Packages

About the Chardham Yatra Package by Train: - Char Dham yatra leads you to a set of four religious places, and completing a tour of these four places is believed to provide “moksha” to the ones looking for it. Located in different parts of the country, these sacred places hold the most peaceful vibes in India.- The Char Dham yatra package by train will start as soon as you reach the Haridwar railway station, from where you will travel towards Barkot. The first day will be spent on moving from Haridwar to Barkot and on the way you can enjoy the scenic beauty of Mussoorie.- The second day will be filled with surprises in Barkot, you will trek for 6 KM from Jan ki Chatti and reach the Yamunotri Dham, the place where River Yamuna was born. Marvel at the scenes of Yamuna river flowing in its extreme speed as you stay around its shores for a while. Experience what calmness in serenity feels like as you will descend back towards Jan ki chatti in the evening.- Start the third day of Char Dham yatra by train by reaching Uttarkashi, which is a holy town located on the banks of river Bhagirathi. Uttarkashi offers the blessing of Lord Shiva in Bhairon Temple and Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple and the goddess of food in the Annapurna Temple.- Day four of the trip will take you to Gangotri, where people accumulate to offer prayers, pooja, and have the holy prasad. This place is believed to be the location from where the River Ganga originated at an elevation of 3100 meters.- As you will ascend towards the fifth day of this pilgrimage, you will be taken to Guptkashi. Get mesmerized by the sight of Baghirathi and Alakhnanda coming together at Devprayag. After reaching Guptkashi, attend a blissful prayer at Ardhnarishwar Temple - a temple dedicated to the half-male and half-female form of Lord Shiva.- Day six of the trip will take you towards Gaurikund, which is also famous as the place where Lord Shiva expressed his love for Goddess Parvati. There is a small pool of hot water, which originated naturally and stays warm all year round.- From Gaurikund, you will proceed towards Kedarnath, the most remote location of this Char Dham Yatra. This place is home to the holiest Kedarnath Temple, which is located in the middle of high Himalayas, thus creating an image as if the mountains are guarding it. This was the place where Lord Shiva expressed his love for Goddess Gauri, this is dedicated to both of them.- On the seventh day, you will be traveling from Kedarnath to Gaurikund and Gaurikund to Guptkashi.- On the eighth day of this trip you will proceed towards Badrinath and check in to the hotel spend some time there. This whole town will shower you with the blessings of Lord Vishnu. Also, marvel at the holy confluence of River Alaknanda and River Mandakini.- The ninth day of Char Dham Yatra will be spent in the Badrinath temple. Pilgrims from all over the world visit here to seek blessings of Lord Vishnu at the Badrinath Temple. The aura of this holy site is pure as well as magical. - Day ten of this trip will take you towards the end as you descend back towards Haridwar. Marvel at the sites of Ganga Aarti at its various ghats or dip in the holy water to get rid of any illness.- The holy trip of Char Dham Yatra will come to an end as you travel towards the station while taking millions of blessings with you.Note: Train fare is not included in the package.

Activity Location: Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh Activity Timings: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM Main Attractions: Tirupati Balaji Swamy Temple, Padmavathi Temple About Tirupati Tour Package from Chennai:Indulge in a wonderful trip to Tirupati which is one of the holiest destinations in India. When you come to Chennai for a visit, paying a visit to Tirupati Temple is a must. Being one of the holiest temples in India, one can experience the calm and tranquillity of this temple. The tour enables you to enjoy your journey in comfort and make countless memories with family and friends. Indulge in this wonderful opportunity and book for this tour to Tirupati now!

About the Tour:A journey that will take you on the path of salvation; a journey that will take you on a quest for Moksha. Witness the grace of Garhwal ranges and mystical rivers from a bird's eye view in a wonderful helicopter ride. These Char Dham - Kedarnath, Badrinath, Yamunotri and Gangotri of Uttarakhand are some of the most important pilgrimages in India which takes you on a trail of divinity.Every one of these Dhams holds a legend and is devoted to a specific deity. Yamunotri being the seat of the Goddess Yamuna is dedicated to the Goddess Yamuna who goes along the pilgrims to the high altitudes of the picturesque Rawai Valley. Gangotri is dedicated to the Goddess Ganga. The shrine overlooks the River Bhagirathi, another name of River Ganga. According to the legend, Goddess Ganga took the form of the river to cleanse the ashes and liberate the souls of King Bhagiratha’s predecessors. Kedarnath is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is also a part of the Panch Kedar. It is the northernmost Jyotirlinga and is close to the source of the holy river Mandakini. Badrinath is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is situated on the bank of the River Alaknanda. According to legend, Lord Vishnu meditated here while his consort Lakshmi took the form of a berry (Badri) tree to offer him shade.Quick info:Route: Dehradun - Yamunotri - Gangotri - Kedarnath - Badrinath - DehradunDuration: 5 Days, 4 NightsStart Point: DehradunEnd Point: Dehradun

Activity Location: Varanasi, Uttar PradeshActivity Timings: 6:00 AMActivity Duration: 3 HoursAbout the Varanasi Spiritual Walking Tour:Varanasi or Kashi is known as Hindu traditions, customs, and rituals along with various temples and ghats. Book tickets and gear up for a spiritual walking tour to this mesmerizing city. Gather at the 'Assi Ghat' and start discovering the city in a 3-hour walking tour with your companions and gain more insight into Hindu rituals and history. Grab the opportunity to visit local markets nearby and admire the unique art and culture. Stroll through the city and get the chance to visit a range of historical monuments and temples.

Location: ChennaiTimings: Flexible according to the travellerDuration: 8 hoursReferred to as the 'golden city of a thousand temples', Kanchipuram is widely known for its beautiful 'Kanchipuram sarees'. Kanchipuram or Kanchi attracts a lot of tourists from all over the world who want to enjoy the marvel of South Indian architecture and grandeur. Delight in an eight hour trip of mystic Chennai to Kanchipuram one day tour package, one of the seven sacred cities of India. Visit magnificent temples and the world-famous saree weaving units.You will be picked from a location of your choice and will undertake the journey in a car. A knowledgeable guide will accompany you to this historical south city. Some of the ancient temples you can go to include Varadharaja Perumal Temple, Ekambareswarar Temple or Kamakshi Amman Temple. Visit specialised saree shops where you can purchase silk fabrics and saris. You can also visit a little museum that is an old house the owners have opened to visitors. En route to Kanchipuram is the village of Sriperumbudur where, if interested, you can pay a short visit to the Rajiv Gandhi Memorial Foundation, built at the site of Rajiv Gandhi’s assassination. The trip concludes at 6 pm when you would be returning to Chennai.Suitable For: Friends and Family Members

Step into the charming lands of Varanasi early in the morning, explore its opulent and pious beauty. With this 10-11 hours guided journey of this ancient city, take boat rides, walking tours across the northern part of Varanasi and explore its grandeur.About Varanasi Sightseeing Tour:Starting at around 6:00 am. You will be picked up from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle. First, take a boat ride into the holy Ganges. Witness the city getting soaked with the brimming morning rays, devotees starting their day with morning prayers and be a part of the devotion. After boating, you will proceed for Sarnath tour. Sarnath is one of the best travel destinations in Varanasi & has the utmost importance in Buddhism culture. Later in the afternoon, step into the streets of Varanasi and walk across the narrow lanes to discover a thousand years old alleys, temples which will leave you mesmerized. You will visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple, famous food streets of Varanasi, Kachuri Gali, Perfume Market, Flower Market, Silk Market, Souvenirs Market, and many countless things. Later in the evening, you will be taken to the riverbank of Ganga to see cremation rituals followed by witnessing the mesmerizing grand prayer (aarti) ceremony with a boat ride.  Witness this auspicious event that fills the ambience with its vibes and sacredness! With the completion of the Ganga Aarti; at around 6:00 pm, this ever tour comes to an end.Pick up & drop will be from your hotel.Note:Min 2 & max 10 people can book this activity.

Stroll around the oldest city in the world, visit one of the most sacred Hindu temples, walk through the narrow alleys and also explore ancient mosques. Join the guided 3 hours Golden Temple walking tour in Varanasi at 8am or 4pm and discover a world embossed with myths, epics and legends. Arriving at Godowlia Crossing at around 8:00am, embark on this auspicious tour of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, which is also known as the Golden Temple. Located in the city of Gautameshwar Mahadev, this temple is known to be the most important Lord Shiva temple in India. Visit this temple and know more about the history and origin of Hinduism. Get a glimpse of the epics that depicts various stories related to Lord Shiva, Brahma and Vishnu. Post this, meander through the hidden and narrow lanes of Kashi and explore the peace and harmony that exists in this vicinity. Visit one of the historical mosques in this holy town and witness how different cultures and beliefs confluences into one in this town. Moving onto through the local bazaars and marketplaces, make it the Manikarnika Ghat, the largest cremation ground in the world. While in this ghat, you can you can witness people from different corners of the world, completing the last rites of their ancestors and seeking salvation for their souls. Upon the completion of the visit to the Manikarnika Ghat, this unique tour will come to an end. Duration: Around 3 hours

One of the oldest cities in the world, Varanasi is called the city of learning because of the great men who have made some of the greatest contributions to the cultural, literary, and artistic heritage of India. It is also called the city of burning as it embraces death, with its cremation grounds in the heart of the city.Join this 3 hours walking tour which starts at 6 AM. Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel. Embark on exploring the history of the city with a visit to the ashrams where the Sadhus live. Learn about the great cultural contributions of Varanasi to the world. Hear the various stories related to the city and explore the reasons for Varanasi to be famous as the city which grants nirvana.Meet the ascetics and learn about their lives. You will take a boat ride to reach to the Manikarnika Ghat. Visit various places with historical significance and stories attached to them, such as the cremation grounds and a sacred pond which is believed to have the power to treat infertility.Pick Up & Drop:You will be picked up & dropped to your hotel.Note:Min 2 & max 6 people are allowed to book this activity.  

A Thanjavur visit cannot be limited as a pilgrimage destination. This place offers some brilliant pieces of art and architecture from a bygone era that has stood the perils of time. Towers, sculptures, woodwork, frescos, and every other detail remain near close to original even today. At the end of this daylong trip that takes you across a few temples, you’ll be left behind with a blend of amazement, knowledge, and appreciation. Your guided tour of around 10 hours begins around 9am. No temple tour in Thanjavur is complete without a visit to the Brahadeeswara Temple. Be astonished at the sight of this 1,000-year-old piece of heritage marvel.  Visit the Punnainallur Mariamman Temple, for its deity is believed to stun you with her power. The grand temple of Panchanadeeswarar will surprise you with its design-engineering marvel of producing echoes in certain areas. Take a break and refresh with lunch around 1pm. Allow the Thittai Guru Temple to lure you with its unique feature of a drop of water falling on the Siva Linga every 24 minutes from the ceiling. Also visit couple of the oldest temples in the region Maamani Templeand Nisimbasuthani Temple. Duration: 10 hours

One of the oldest Indian cities, Madurai, has been an ancient metropolis with a vibrant trade history. Visitors have never been alien to this city, which is known to be the soul of Tamil Nadu. For around 10 hours, you’ll experience the popularity of this captivating place through its very many temples, other sanctums, historical monuments and much, much more. You’ll begin the guided sightseeing tour at 8am. First stop is Meenakshi Amman Temple, a 2,000 year-old complex that is literally a city within the city. It’s also one of the greatest and largest temples in India. Undoubtedly this would take over two hours of your visit time. Next, drive to Thiruparankundram, one of the six residences of Lord Subramanya that is located in the city centre. After this tour, you’ll visit the secular, Dravidian-Islamic style Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal, which is now only a quarter of its original size. Post lunch in a restaurant, drive to Gandhi Museum, a 17th century palace with artifacts of Gandhian movement and highlights freedom struggle. The last leg of the tour takes you to Alagar Koil, a Vishnu Temple on a picturesque wooded hill. You’ll be transferred to the drop point around 6:30pm. Duration: Around 10 hours

About the Activity: On this guided walking tour, over two hours you’ll realize why Bhubaneswar, the ancient Kalinga Empire is a testimony of a glorious past marked with myriad religious streaks.  Your walk takes you through tree-lined avenues, stitched with traditional Hindu life in union with Buddhism and Jainism that complete your spiritual odyssey. You will also get to sip on local chai. Around 8am, you’ll start from Mukteshwar Temple, a seat of learning for Hindus also known for its ancient architecture and religious significance. This is one of the four major sacred places here. Head to Parsurameswar Temple, followed by a visit to Bindu Sagar, a holy water tank surrounded by several enchanting temples and ghats. From here you arrive at the last spot of the quadrant, Lingraja Temple. This temple is off-limits to non-Hindus, although thanks to British Viceroy Lord Curzon, foreign travellers can witness it from a specially erected viewing tower. Known for its famous Rath Yatra, this is where you’ll conclude your tour.  Duration: Around 2 hours

On this historical tour of Thanjavur, chance upon Maratha architecture which further added to the city’s magnificence.  Your guided tour of 10 hours starts around 9 am and will take you to Chandramouleeswara Temple situated atop Hariharan Kundram.Now in ruins, this temple was a prominent sanctum in its glory days. Offer prayers at the Punnainallur Mariamman Temple, constructed by the Maratha ruler, Venkoji Maharaja Chatrapati. Rediscover the charm of ornate wonders of the Orathanadu and Kalyan Mahal Chatrams that once provided boarding, food, and health facilities for travellers and their animals. Understand origins of Tanjore paintings during the Maratha regime. Visit Thanjavur plate making workshops, an art form that originated and flourished from the Maratha times. Also stop by at the Thanjavur Maratha Palace and revel in its glorious complex consisting of the queen’s courtyard and Durbar Hall. Duration: 10 hours 

About the Destination:Coimbatore, based in Tamil Nadu, is bestowed with serene natural ambience and implies a prominent spot for achieving immense pilgrimage peace. The spot is capable to impart great relaxation and happiness when you are in Coimbatore.About the Full Day Spiritual Tour in Coimbatore:The full day spiritual tour in Coimbatore comes with a delightful sightseeing tour that takes you to different prominent temples such as Eachanari Vinayagar Temple, Marudamalai Temple, Kottai Easwaran Temple, Koniamman Temple, Dhyanalingam, Velliangiri Andavar Temple, Patteeswarar Swamy Temple. On availing the full day spiritual tour in Coimbatore, you can enjoy facilities such as the tour is inclusive of parking charges and driver charges. Besides, on availing the full day spiritual tour in Coimbatore, you shall be provided with comfortable pickup and drop service that would transport you from your Coimbatore Hotel. Embark on a fascinating tour in Coimbatore and gather great happiness.Additional Information:Starting time: 9:00 AMEnding Time: 5:00 PM

Particularly known for its centuries old temples, market places, trade fair, and some brilliant architecture, Madurai is beautiful every inch of the way. Over 2.5 hours, experience a slice of history and heritage and get transported to a bygone civilization. The guided tour in a cycle rickshaw begins 10am or 3pm from the famous Meenakshi Temple. You’ll have a short rendezvous with the temple, its architecture, and life at large as it happens around its narrow alleys. Next explore and unravel the city’s other traits such as banana and vegetable markets, bamboo bazaar, dhobi ghat, as well as seat of textile and brass industries to watch locals make metal pots on furnace and spinning yarns. As you end your ride around 5:30pm, you would’ve seen every nook and cranny of this simply gorgeous city. Duration: Around 2.5 hours

As you undertake the Kashi boat ride on the holy river Ganga, immerse yourself in the sacred atmosphere and visit the 5000 year old Adi Keshav Ghat as well. The guided boat ride would take around 4-5 hours and can be undertaken in the morning or evening. The start time varies according to the prevalent weather and time of sunrise. During summers it starts around 5 am and in winters it is 6 am in the mornings. Similarly the evening tour commences at 5:30 pm in summers and 4 pm in winters. The ride begins from Assi Ghat and takes you along the stretch of the river where the ghats are located right up to the Adi Keshav Ghat. Apart from getting an opportunity to see the various ghats as you pass by, you would also get to alight the boat at a few places and visit some temples, palaces, mosques depending on your interest. This long ride which starts at the southern end of the ghats and reaches the northern most part of the city is an apt way to view Varanasi from the surface of River Ganga, as you leisurely soak in the sacred ambience. Duration: 4-5 hours

A favoured capital of the Cholas, the rice bowl of Tamil Nadu, a treasure trove of art, craftsmanship and architecture – Thanjavur has portrayed various roles in history across its rulers. One such period belonged to the Nayaks, who were responsible for some eye-catching pieces of architecture that stand tall even today. They also propelled handicrafts and art during their times. On this guided tour of ten hours, you’ll visit a few temples with excellent representations of Lord Brahma, monumental sites, and get briefed on Nayak style of painting and the famous Thanjavur Pith Work handicraft. Around 9am, you’ll start your trip by visiting Brahadeeswara Temple, Thanjavur’s most iconic representation. A 10th century monument, its an excellent example of Dravidian architecture. Over here you’ll find Lord Brahma as a subsidiary deity along the sanctum periphery. Move on to Kandeeswarar Temple to understand a tale of destruction from the Hindu mythology. Next steps will take you to Papanasamor a town called Destruction of Sins that hosts the Ramasamy or Vishnu Temple. You’ll be taken aback by the story that envelops around the temple’s origin. Last stop on the religious leg of the trip moves to Mahamaham Tank, in the heart of Kumbakonam. Refresh yourself with a dip in this holy pond. The art angle of the trip comes as interactions with artisans involved in the world famous Tanjore paintings. Also visit workshops creating the traditional art form Shola Pith Work. Duration: 10 hours 

On this day trip, which introduces the local flavour and fervour of Thanjavur, you’ll witness why this region is a fascination amongst varied people.  Unfold its rich heritage art and architectural marvels, signs of literature and music, legacy of exquisite handicrafts and a lot more. Brace yourself to an entire day of soaking in the local life and history of Thanjavur. Your guided tour of around 10 hours starts around 9am and stretches across the dominating symbol of Chola Empire, the Brahadeeswara Temple now protected as a heritage site under UNESCO. Understand its glorious past and observe its present day status. Visit one of the oldest libraries in Asia, Saraswathi Mahal Library with a collection of ancient palm-leaf and paper manuscripts and sketches. Stop by at Rajagopalasami Canon, a less visited object of heritage value at the Thanjavur Fort. Spend time at the South Zone Cultural Centre that preserves and promotes traditional cultural heritage. Explore artist workshops and homes specialising in Tanjore Paintings to witness the evergreen style taking shape on hundreds of canvas. Duration: 10 hours

About the Activity:Enlighten your knowledge in history and traditions of the different parts of India but this time the central India is the concern with this three day tour of Ujjain and Omkareshwar Temple in Madhya Pradesh.Embark upon this marvellous trip after you arrive at Ujjain railway station. There are multitudes of spots that can be rediscovered, letting you go back to the ancient culture and tradition.Ujjain is brimming with spirituality all the time as it has many different temples in its vicinity. Visit every temple located next to each other and feel happiness in a different level.Omkareshwar is the famous spot of jyotirlinga, a must visit destination if you are roaming around Madhya Pradesh. In addition, head to Mandu the land of precious architectural structures and buildings possessing the very old history.The package includes food, accommodation in hotels and transportation during the whole trip.

Duration of the Activity: 2 Days and 1 Night.Activity Timings: 9 AM (Day-1) and 7 PM (Day-2)Pick-up & Drop-off Point: Ujjain Railway StationAbout the Two Days Jyotirlinga Temples visit in Madhya Pradesh:Ujjain the city of Lord Shiva, a divine city bestowed at the banks of river Shipra which is known for its mythological past and the unparallel Indian culture. This two-day temple tour will start from the sightseeing visit to Chintaman Ganesh Mandir and Kal Bhairav Temple and ISKCON Temple, along with that have a sightseeing tour in indore market.