If you run a travel agency in Nashik, a Varanasi, Prayagraj and Ayodhya group is one of the easiest pilgrimage departures to sell, and one of the harder ones to run. The distance is long, there is no direct flight, and three cities need hotels, transport and darshan planning that work together. This guide explains how a Nashik group reaches Varanasi, shows a sample 5-day itinerary, and sets out what a Varanasi-based destination management company (DMC) handles on the ground so your team can focus on selling.
Why Nashik groups choose Varanasi, Prayagraj and Ayodhya
The three cities form one of North India's best-known pilgrimage routes: the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Ganga Aarti in Varanasi, the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, and Ram Janmabhoomi and Hanuman Garhi in Ayodhya. They sit three to five hours apart by road, so they fit neatly into a single five-day departure. Many groups add Sarnath, Bodh Gaya or Chitrakoot for a longer trip.
How a Nashik group reaches Varanasi
Varanasi is roughly 1,300 to 1,400 km from Nashik, depending on the route.
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Option |
What to know |
Best for |
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Train |
Several daily express trains connect Nashik Road with Varanasi, including the Mahanagari Express and the Kamayani Express. Most services take about 20 to 27 hours. |
Large groups and budget-conscious departures |
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Flight |
There is no direct flight between Nashik (Ozar) and Varanasi at the time of writing. The quickest option is a connecting flight, for example via Ahmedabad, taking around 5 hours in total. |
Small groups, senior pilgrims, tight schedules |
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Private coach |
About 1,350 km, roughly 22 hours on the road. |
Closed groups who want one vehicle for the whole trip |
Train seats on this route can sell out weeks ahead, so book group berths early and check IRCTC for current timetables. When you send us your group details, include the train name and date. We plan the station pickup, hotel check-in and the first day around the real arrival time.
Sample 5-day Varanasi, Ayodhya and Prayagraj itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Varanasi. Station or airport pickup, hotel check-in, and the evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.
Day 2: Varanasi. Sunrise boat ride on the Ganga, Kashi Vishwanath Temple darshan and an excursion to Sarnath.
Day 3: Varanasi to Ayodhya. Drive of about four to five hours. Check in, then attend the evening Saryu Aarti.
Day 4: Ayodhya to Prayagraj. Morning darshan at Ram Janmabhoomi, Hanuman Garhi and Kanak Bhawan, then drive to Prayagraj (about four to five hours).
Day 5: Prayagraj to Varanasi. Triveni Sangam, then drive back to Varanasi (about three to four hours) for the onward train or flight.
This is a sample. We adjust the route, hotel category and pace to your group size, dates and budget. See our ready itinerary, the Varanasi with Prayagraj and Ayodhya Tour Package, or browse all Uttar Pradesh packages.
What we handle on the ground
KT DMC Travels is a Varanasi-based DMC working with tour operators and travel agents across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, the Buddhist Circuit and Nepal. For a Nashik group, that means:
- Hotels in Varanasi, Ayodhya and Prayagraj
- Private AC vehicles for station transfers and for travel between the three cities
- Local guides and temple darshan planning
- On-trip support from our team in Varanasi
Read more about our Varanasi, Ayodhya and Prayagraj services.
How to work with us
- Send your group details: travel dates, number of passengers, arrival train or flight, hotel category and budget.
- We prepare an itinerary and agent rates for your group.
- Once you confirm, we arrange hotels, transport and guides, and our team supports the group on the ground.
Ready to plan a departure from Nashik? Request agent rates and send us your group details.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a direct flight from Nashik to Varanasi?
Not at the time of writing. The quickest option is a connecting flight, for example via Ahmedabad, which takes around five hours in total. Check current schedules before you book.
How long is the train journey from Nashik to Varanasi?
Most direct trains between Nashik Road and Varanasi take about 20 to 27 hours. Timetables change, so confirm on IRCTC.
How many days does a group need for Varanasi, Prayagraj and Ayodhya?
Five days covers the three cities comfortably. Six or seven days lets you add Sarnath, Bodh Gaya or Chitrakoot.
When is the best time to take a group?
The cooler months, from October to March, are generally the most comfortable for long days of temple visits and boat rides.
How can travel agents request rates?
Send your group details through our contact page and we will prepare an itinerary and agent rates.