Pind Daan Special Package
A sacred and meticulously guided ritual journey across the holy trithas of Varanasi, Prayagraj, and Gaya
Buddhist CircuitDuration
4 Days / 3 Nights
Category
Buddhist Circuit
Destinations
3 places
Overview
Perform the sacred rites of Pind Daan with complete peace of mind. This specialized 4-day itinerary connects the highly revered ghats of Kashi, the holy Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, and the ancient Vishnupad Temple in Gaya, with dedicated Purohit services and ritual arrangements included.
Highlights
- Perform sacred Pind Daan rituals at Kedar Ghat in Varanasi with arranged Purohits
- Take a holy bath and complete ritual offerings at the Triveni Sangam confluence
- Travel to Gaya for ancestral rites at the legendary Falgu River and Vishnupad Temple
- Experience the iconic evening Ganga Aarti and explore central temples of Kashi
Day-by-day Itinerary
Day 1
Varanasi Arrival & Pind Daan at Kedar Ghat
Upon arrival at Varanasi Airport or Railway Station, transfer to your hotel for check-in. Proceed to Kedar Ghat to perform the initial Pind Daan rituals, a comprehensive 3 to 4-hour activity completely arranged with a local Purohit and necessary pooja materials. Afterward, visit the highly religious Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Maa Annapurna Temple, and Vishalakshi Devi Temple. In the evening, witness the magnificent Ganga Aarti ceremony from the riverfront ghats. Overnight stay in Varanasi.
- Stop 1 of 5StartStay
Hotel Check-in & Arrival
Pickup from airport/railway station and transfer to hotel
- Stop 2 of 5
Pind Daan Rituals at Kedar Ghat
Perform 3-4 hour ancestral rites with arranged local Purohit and ritual items
- Stop 3 of 5
Central Kashi Temples Tour
Visit Shri Kashi Vishwanath, Maa Annapurna, and Vishalakshi Devi Temples
- Stop 4 of 5
Evening Ganga Aarti
Experience the divine Ganga Aarti ceremony from the riverfront ghats
- Stop 5 of 5Stay
Overnight stay in Varanasi
Return to hotel for rest and overnight stay
Day 2
Prayagraj Excursion & Sangam Rituals
Depart early at 6:00 AM for a 130 km drive to Prayagraj (Allahabad). Enjoy a holy bath at the sacred Triveni Sangam—the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati rivers. Engage in the designated Pind Daan rituals here (approx. 3-4 hours, fully arranged with a priest and materials). Before driving back to Varanasi, visit local holy sites including the Let Hanuman Temple and Alopi Devi Temple. Overnight stay in Varanasi.
- Stop 1 of 4
Drive to Prayagraj
Early morning drive (approx. 130 km) from Varanasi to Prayagraj
- Stop 2 of 4
Triveni Sangam Bath & Pind Daan
Holy dip at the confluence and 3-4 hour ancestral ritual offerings
- Stop 3 of 4
Prayagraj Temples Visit
Visit the famous Lete Hanuman Temple and Alopi Devi Temple
- Stop 4 of 4Stay
Return Drive to Varanasi
Drive back to Varanasi for overnight stay
Day 3
Gaya Day Excursion for Ancestral Rites
Start with an early morning 4:00 AM drive to Gaya (256 km). Upon arrival, proceed directly to perform the main Pind Daan rituals for your ancestors, taking roughly 3 to 4 hours with all arrangements handled. After completing the offerings, seek blessings at the historic Vishnupad Temple and Mangla Gauri Temple. Drive back to Varanasi in the evening for an overnight stay.
- Stop 1 of 4
Drive to Gaya
Early morning drive (approx. 256 km) from Varanasi to Gaya
- Stop 2 of 4
Ancestral Pind Daan Rituals
Perform comprehensive 3-4 hour ancestral rites along the sacred Falgu River area
- Stop 3 of 4
Vishnupad & Mangla Gauri Temple Darshan
Seek blessings at the ancient Vishnupad Temple footprint shrine and Mangla Gauri Shaktipeeth
- Stop 4 of 4Stay
Return Drive to Varanasi
Evening drive back to Varanasi for overnight stay
Day 4
Varanasi Departure
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, check out, and receive a timely transfer to the Varanasi Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey, concluding your holy pilgrimage with pleasant spiritual memories.
- Stop 1 of 2Stay
Hotel Check-out
Enjoy breakfast and complete checkout procedures
- Stop 2 of 2
Departure Transfer
Transfer to Varanasi Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey
What’s included
- ✓ 3 nights accommodation in Varanasi based on selected hotel category
- ✓ Daily breakfast served at the hotel
- ✓ Complete Pind Daan arrangements (dedicated Purohit and all necessary pooja items) at Varanasi, Prayagraj, and Gaya
- ✓ All intercity transfers and sightseeing in a dedicated private vehicle
- ✓ Assistance during evening Ganga Aarti viewings
Not included
- ✕ Midday meals, lunches, and dinners
- ✕ Personal expenses, traditional tipping, and any extra religious offerings
- ✕ Fast-track or VIP temple entry passes
- ✕ Anything not explicitly mentioned in the package inclusions