Day 1: April 26 (Chennai to Varanasi)
Train: Ganga Kaveri Express (12669)
Departure from Chennai Central: ~5:40 PM
Day 2: April 27 (En Route)
Spend the day traveling on the train.
Day 3: April 28 (Arrival in Varanasi)
Morning:
Arrival in Varanasi Junction: ~5:10 AM
Check into a hotel near the railway station or ghats.
Freshen up and relax.
Afternoon:
Visit major attractions in Varanasi:
o Kashi Vishwanath Temple
o Annapurna Devi Temple
o Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple
o Tulsi Manas Mandir
Evening:
Attend the Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.
Explore local markets and enjoy famous Varanasi delicacies.
Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Day 4: April 29 (Varanasi to Gaya)
Morning:
Take an early train to Gaya:
Train: Budhpurnima Express (14223)
Departure: ~6:10 AM
Arrival in Gaya: ~12:25 PM
Afternoon:
Explore Bodh Gaya:
o Mahabodhi Temple
o Bodhi Tree
o Great Buddha Statue
Evening:
Visit nearby monasteries and enjoy local cuisine.
Prepare for overnight travel to Ayodhya:
Train: Kolkata - Jammu Tawi Express (13151)
Departure from Gaya: ~9:05 PM
Day 5: April 30 (Arrival in Ayodhya and Return Journey)
Morning:
Arrival in Ayodhya: ~6:21 AM
Freshen up at a cloakroom or nearby hotel (day-use).
Visit key attractions:
o Ram Janmabhoomi Temple
o Hanuman Garhi
o Kanak Bhawan
Afternoon:
Relax and have lunch.
Visit Nageshwarnath Temple and Sarayu River Ghats.
Evening:
Prepare for your return journey to Chennai:
Train: Shraddha Sethu Express (22614)
Departure from Ayodhya: ~11:10 PM
Day 6: May 1 (En Route to Chennai)
Spend the day traveling back to Chennai.
Day 7: May 2 (Arrival in Chennai)
Arrival in Chennai Central: ~1:40 PM
Key Notes:
1. Train travel for Gaya to Ayodhya is via Kolkata - Jammu Tawi Express (13151), ensuring a
comfortable overnight journey.
2. Return journey from Ayodhya to Chennai is via Shraddha Sethu Express (22614), with an
extended arrival on May 2.
3. Ensure you book train tickets in advance to secure confirmed berths.
4. Plan your Ayodhya sightseeing efficiently to complete it before your evening departure.
Let me know if you need any further assistance or modifications!