Meeting Point - Any Varanasi Location (Hotel / Homestay) and drive for day trip in Prayagraj. Destination Covered - ALLAHABAD FORT , PATALPURI TEMPLE AND AKSHAYA VAT , ANAND BHAWAN , KHUSRAU BAGH , HANUMAN MANDIR Duration – 1 Day
Trip-Plan:
Pick up from your hotel and proceed to Allahabad. It is 130 km away from Varanasi on National Highway and takes around 03 hours to reach up. You have the option of having your breakfast en-route. Upon arrival in Allahabad, go for sightseeing tour of Allahabad. Allahabad is one of the most significant as well as religious places in India. Though is world renowned for hosting the worlds largest religious congregation called Kumbh Fair, which is held here in every 12 year. Ardh Kumbh is held on every 6 years. Triveni Sangam: It is the confluence point of 3 Holy Rivers - Ganga, Yamuna and invisible Saraswati. Devotees come here in large numbers to bath or perform other Hindu rituals at Sangam during religious Hindu festivals. It is believed that a holy dip in the river washes away all your sins and wishes are granted. Allahabad Fort is situated near the banks of Yamuna River, magnificent fort built by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1583. It exhibits fine art and architecture, craftsmanship of the Fort. The Fort is presently under the custody of Indian army, Visitors are allowed to view the Ashoka Pillar, Saraswati Kup and Jodhabai Palace. Fort can be seen from the river side. One must take a prior permission from the Commandant to visit this fort. Hanuman temple is situated near Allahabad Fort, dedicated to Lord Hanuman. It is very famous for image enshrined of the reclined position of monkey God Lord Hanuman. Anand Bhavan: This is the ancestral property of Nehru-Gandhi family. It is a must see place when you are in Allahabad. Anand Bhavan now converted into the museum, witnessed the era of independence. Khusrau Bagh Beautiful garden houses the mausoleums of the great Mughal emperor Jahangir’s son and wife Shah Begum. This historic garden played an important role during the times of independence. After finishing the sightseeing of Allahabad, drive back to Varanasi. Upon arrival, drop at your hotel.
What's Included /Excluded
- This is an Private Trip.
- Pickup and Drop Within any Varanasi Location.
- Day Trip To Allahabad From Varanasi.
- English Speaking Tour Guide is Included.
- Lunch and Dinner and Snacks will be your own Expenses.
- Accommodation is not Included.
- Entry Ticket is not Included - Pay as Required at attractions directly.
- Boatride at Sangam will be on your own expenses.