Overview

India is indeed a land of cultural diversity in which so many different religions have flourished with equal respect. Jainism is a rich ancient religion existing in India for so many years. The teachings and practices of Jainism believe in the doctrine of non-violence and asceticism. Jain teaching sessions are conducted in opulent Jain temples situated in different regions all over the country.  You can recapitulate the footprints of Jainism through its serene temples and other religious places located in eminent cities like Varanasi.

Varanasi is a soulful city located on the banks of river Ganga, often known as the spiritual capital of the country. Varanasi invites many pilgrims throughout the year who come to the ghats of river Ganga to wash away their sins and balance their Karmic accounts. Many visitors come to the Ganga ghat to cremate their family members and loved ones. According to Hindu mythology, a person who leaves his soul in the sacred city of Varanasi is believed to attain salvation and gets liberated from the cycle of birth and death. Every nook and corner of the city is filled with welcoming vibes, colourful sights, and astounding religious rituals. You can smell spirituality in the atmosphere of Varanasi.

But there is one more thing that makes Varanasi a religiously important city. It is the coexistence of diverse religious emblems from Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism. Embark on a journey of serenity, salvation, exhilaration, enlightenment, and devotion with our 6 days Jain pilgrimage tour package.

5 Nights 6 Days Available on request Varanasi Airport
Inclusions/Exclusions
What we'll give. What we won't

What is included in the tour

  • Accommodation and inclusive meals
  • Transfers and sightseeing tours
  • Local guides fluent in English and Hindi for tours & transfers
  • Entrance fees for scheduled visits
  • Potable water and snacks
  • Baggage handling, room tax, service charges
  • The fare for one boat ride

What is NOT included in the tour

  • Flights, visas and travel insurance
  • Surcharges on services if any
  • Personal expenses and gratuities
  • Alcohol and any meals or services not mentioned in the schedule
  • Charges for public transport like a rickshaw
  • Expenses for Puja and Prasad
Highlights
What makes this tour special
  • Enjoy enchanting morning and evening prayers
  • Visit mythologically significant emblems
  • Explore exotic Indian culture and heritage via divine Hindu temples
  • Witness glimpse of history via interesting museums and ancient historical wonders
Itinerary
Day 1: An Incredible Evening In Varanasi
  • Upon arrival, our tour guide will meet you at the Varanasi airport to drop you comfortably at your hotel. Once done with the check-in formalities, relax, unwind, and enjoy some tasty meal in the hotel. Head out to explore the beautiful and mesmerizing city. Soak in the spiritual vibes of the city at the vibrant Ganga ghats. In the evening, we will attend the fascinating Ganga Aarti at the Dashashwamedh Ghat. Capture the glimpse of hundreds of floating lamps in the river. Submerge your soul in the rhythmic incantation of the sacred Vedic hymn to worship river Ganga. You also have the option to witness Ganga Aarti on a boat. The experience fills every soul with elation, enlightenment, and spirituality. At night, we will drop you at the hotel for a restful sleep.
  • Meals: Lunch and Dinner are provided
Day 2: A Mesmerising Tour of Varanasi
  • Wake up early in the morning and enjoy a lovely bre akfast in the hotel. Our tour guide will take you to the Ganga ghat for an amazing boat ride. Known by the name Subah-e-Banaras, the mesmerizing morning boat ride will introduce you to the mystical spiritual activities and religious rituals performed at the Ganga Ghats. We will visit important ghats of Varanasi including Assi Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat, and Dashashwamedh Ghat.
  • Take a mesmerizing tour to important monuments of spiritual significance. We will have a spiritual tour to Sri Parshwanath Digambar and Shwetambar Jain Temple dedicated to the 23rd Tirthankar of Jainism - Sri Parshwanath. You may plan to take a lesson on non-violence by attending the spiritual teaching session at the temple.
  • In the afternoon, we will embark on an excursion to Sarnath. We will visit the Digamber Jain temple dedicated to the Jain Tirthankar Shreyansnath. Various devotees assemble at the temple during Paryushan, Kartika Purnima, and Mahavir Jayanti to seek blessings. At night, we will return to the hotel for a comfortable sleep.
  • Meals: Lunch and Dinner are provided
Day 3: Journey To Kushinagar Via Kakandi
  • Start early and have a marvelous breakfast at the hotel. C omplete your check-in formalities and board the cab for a journey of 10 hours to reach Kushinagar. En-route we will have a short stopover in Kakandi. The place is famous as the garbha and janma kalyanak of the 9th Tirthankar - Bhagwan Pushpadanta Nath. He is also known by the name Suvidhinath. Kakandi is dotted with various popular ancient places of Jainism including the Pushpak Van where Pushpdant became a Muni and delivered his very first sermon to his disciples after attaining Kevalgyan.
  • Our spiritual journey will continue to Kushinagar. Our tour guide will drop you at your hotel in Kushinagar. Complete your check-in formalities and have a well-rested night at the hotel.
  • Meals: Breakfast and lunch are provided
Day 4: An Awakening Tour to Kushinagar
  • Start your day with a lovely breakfast in the hotel. Board the cab to explore the blissful town of Kushinagar - the place where Lord Mahavira attained Nirvana. We will visit the Nirvana place in Pawanagar (Pawapuri) and the Digambar Jain temple in Kushinagar.
  • From here, our journey will take you to Balrampur to visit the place where 8th Tirthankara - Lord Chandra Prabhu meditated. Later, we will drive to Shravasti - an important place in Jainism. The place is famous for the Sobhnath temple as the birthplace of 3rd Jain Tirthankar - Sambhavnath. He attained ultimate enlightenment and knowledge through meditation at this place. The temple is located in the Mahet area. Sambhavnath took diksha at the Sahet or Sahetuk forest. Every Kartik Purnima, the devotees grandly celebrate the birthday of Lord Sambhavnath at the temple.
  • Towards dusk, we will drive back to your hotel for a well-rested night.
  • Meals: Breakfast and lunch are provided
Day 5: Visiting The Amazing Prabhas Giri
  • Start early with a lovely breakfast in the hotel. Complete your check-out formalities and board the cab for a 6 hour drive to Prabhas Giri via Kaushambi, an important Jain pilgrimage site. Prabhas Giri is a place devoted to the 6th Jain Tirthankar named Lord Padam Prabhu. Here, we will visit the Prabhas Giri Pabhosa Digamber Jain teerth. It is located at a small hill. We will also visit the Digambar and Shwetambar temples in Kaushambi devoted to Bhagwan Padmaprabhu. You will have to climb around 200 stairs to reach the old famous temple.
  • From here, we'll drive straight to Allahabad. Complete your check-in formalities as you reach your hotel in Allahabad. Enjoy a lovely dinner and take rest for the night.
  • Meals: Breakfast and lunch are provided
Day 6: Departure From Allahabad
  • Enjoy a lovely breakfast in the hotel and complete your check-out formalities. Our tour guide will drop you at the railway station for your return travel. Depart from Allahabad with blissful memories of your amazing journey.
  • Meals: Breakfast provided

Points to note

  • Hotel prices can be adjusted for higher or lower categories on request. Featured hotels are subject to availability during booking, and you will be notified of any deposits when booking.
  • Domestic airfares are quoted based on averages and are subject to change. The most convenient flight is booked and final price confirmed once tickets are issued based on the class of seat and availability.
Pickup point
Directions.
Varanasi Airport, Babatpur, Uttar Pradesh, India View on Map
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