The cost of a 4-day trip to Ayodhya, Varanasi and Prayagraj can vary significantly depending upon the options you choose. The lowest price possible is approximately ₹5,499 per person for a shared tempo traveler group tour. On the other end of the scale, if you opt for a premium private package, your costs may exceed ₹28,999 per person. For a typical mid-range budget of around ₹14,000 – ₹18,000 per person using a private cab and staying in moderately priced hotels, the actual cost will depend upon three factors; group size, type of vehicle, and hotel class.
Namaste, my name is Rohit and I am a guide. I've assisted pilgrims for the last 8 years. Each week, someone will ask me the exact same question: "Bhaiya, is circuit ka kitna kharcha aayega?" Every single week, I provide the exact same response: it's about your mode of transportation and not about where you're headed.
There will be no changes made to the locations of the three cities. There will be no charge for attending the darshan. Your mode of transportation, where you stay each night and how much you spend on food will change depending upon who you travel with. If you are traveling as a couple in your own private car, it will cost you almost twice as much per person as if you were traveling as a group of eight in a tempo traveler. You would still see the exact same darshan and travel the exact same route.
This guide provides a breakdown of the actual cost per person (Budget, Mid-Range, Luxury) using verified pricing for packages, transportation, accommodation, and meals, which will allow you to make plans without having to guess.
Quick Facts: Cost at a Glance
| Budget Tier | Approx. Cost Per Person | What It Covers |
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| Budget (Group) | ₹5,499–₹8,499 | Shared tempo traveller, basic hotels, breakfast |
| Mid-Range (Private) | ₹8,999–₹17,999 | Private AC cab, 3-star hotels, guided darshan |
| Premium (Private) | ₹14,400–₹28,999 | Superior hotels, all meals, VIP darshan, concierge |
| Independent Travel | ₹2,500–₹9,000 | Trains/buses, dharamshalas, local food |
| IRCTC Train Package | ₹16,400–₹33,100 | Train travel, stay, meals, sightseeing |
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The Three Cost Tiers Explained
Budget Tier: ₹5,499–₹8,499 Per Person
This is the shared-vehicle, group-tour tier. You travel in a 12–17 seater AC tempo traveller with other pilgrims, stay in twin or triple-sharing budget hotels, and eat simple meals.
| Inclusion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | AC tempo traveller (12–17 seats) |
| Stay | Budget hotels, twin/triple sharing |
| Meals | Daily breakfast |
| Duration | 4 days / 3 nights |
| Darshan | General darshan; guided coordination |
Source: TripCosmos tempo traveller group tour starts from ₹5,499 per person for groups of 12–17 on a 4-day, 3-night plan. A premium version of the same tour with pushback seating, superior hotels, all meals, and a sunrise Ganga boat ride starts from ₹7,499 per person.
Who it suits: Solo pilgrims, budget-conscious families, and groups who do not mind sharing a vehicle.
Mid-Range Tier: ₹8,999–₹17,999 Per Person
This is the private cab tier — the most popular choice for families and couples. You get your own vehicle, your own driver, and a hotel category you choose.
| Inclusion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | Private AC cab (sedan/SUV/Innova) |
| Stay | 3-star hotels, double sharing |
| Meals | Breakfast, sometimes all meals |
| Duration | 4–6 days |
| Darshan | Guided darshan, priority arrangements |
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Kashi Taxi (3N/4D private cab): From ₹8,499 per person for a group of 10+, up to ₹12,999 per person for a couple in a sedan. This includes transport, transfers, tolls, fuel, permits, and driver. Hotels and tickets are quoted separately or bundled.
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TripCosmos (5N/6D private cab): From ₹8,999 per person with private cab, budget-friendly hotels, and guided darshan. A mid-range 6N/7D version with superior 3-star hotels, all meals, and a sunrise boat ride starts from ₹14,999 per person.
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Cleartrip (4N/5D, 3-star): Starts at ₹24,599 per person (discounted from ₹33,199) with 3-star hotels and included transfers.
Who it suits: Families, couples, and small groups who want privacy and flexibility.
Premium Tier: ₹14,400–₹28,999+ Per Person
This is the luxury, heritage, and VIP tier. You travel in a premium vehicle, stay in heritage or 4-star properties, and get priority darshan and concierge-style coordination.
| Inclusion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | Innova Crysta, Urbania, or premium SUV |
| Stay | Heritage hotels, 4-star properties |
| Meals | All meals, curated dining |
| Duration | 5–7 days |
| Darshan | VIP/priority darshan, dedicated guide |
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UPSTDC "Spiritual Triangle": ₹14,400 per person in a sedan (minimum 4 travellers) or ₹13,000 per person in an Innova Crysta (minimum 6 travellers). Includes AC transport, tolls, parking, 4 nights' accommodation on double sharing, breakfast, boat ride, and guide services.
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TripCosmos premium/luxury: From ₹17,999 per person for luxury tier with heritage accommodation and private concierge. Flagship luxury packages start from ₹28,999 per person with priority VIP darshan across the full circuit.
Who it suits: NRI families, senior citizens, and devotees who want comfort and priority access.
Transport Costs: The Biggest Variable
Transport is where your per-person cost swings the most. The same road, the same distance, but a couple in a sedan pays far more per head than eight people in a tempo traveller.
Private Cab Fares (2026)
| Route | Distance | Sedan Fare | SUV/Innova Fare |
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| Varanasi → Prayagraj | 125 km | ₹2,200–₹3,500 | ₹3,500–₹4,500 |
| Prayagraj → Ayodhya | 170 km | ₹2,800–₹4,200 | ₹4,200–₹5,500 |
| Ayodhya → Varanasi (direct) | 200 km | ₹3,200–₹5,000 | ₹5,000–₹7,500 |
Ayodhya outstation sedan rates are ₹11–₹13 per km with a 250 km/day minimum; SUVs are ₹15–₹18 per km.
Per-Person Transport Cost by Group Size
| Group Size | Vehicle | Approx. Transport Cost Per Person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 people | Sedan | ₹12,999 |
| 4 people | Ertiga/Innova | ₹10,999 |
| 6 people | Innova Crysta | ₹9,999 |
| 8 people | Tempo Traveller | ₹8,999 |
| 10+ people | Tempo Traveller | from ₹8,499 |
Source: Kashi Taxi's transparent per-person pricing shows exactly how the cost drops as the group grows. This is the single most important table in this guide. If you are a couple, your transport cost per person is 50% higher than a group of four in the same vehicle class.
Train Option
Trains are cheaper than private cabs for solo travellers, but they add last-mile costs.
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Varanasi → Prayagraj (sleeper): ₹80–₹130 one way; ₹160–₹260 return per person.
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Varanasi → Prayagraj (AC 3-tier): ₹250–₹400 one way; ₹500–₹800 return.
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Ayodhya Cantt → Prayagraj: Tickets from ₹11–₹90 on Indian Railways.
The honest trade-off: A train ticket is cheap, but you pay for it in station transfers, luggage handling, and the inability to stop at temples between cities.
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Accommodation Costs: What You Pay Per Night
Hotel rates in these three cities are moderate by Indian standards, but they swing sharply with season and category.
Ayodhya
| Category | Rate Per Night (Double Room) |
|---|---|
| Budget (Rahi Tourist Bungalow, govt.) | ₹800–₹1,500 |
| Mid-range | ₹1,500–₹3,000 |
| Premium | ₹3,000–₹6,000 |
| Example: Ram Krishna Palace | ~₹3,500–₹4,500 (peak) |
| Example: Kamay The Kohinoor Palace | ₹3,095 + taxes (discounted) |
Prayagraj
| Category | Rate Per Night (Double Room) |
|---|---|
| Budget | ₹800–₹1,800 |
| Mid-range (Hotel Kanha Shyam) | ₹1,200–₹2,500 |
| Budget chain (FabHotel) | ~₹1,070 + taxes |
| Mid-range OYO | ₹1,068–₹4,386 (dynamic) |
Varanasi
Varanasi hotel rates follow the same pattern: budget from ₹800, mid-range from ₹1,500, and premium from ₹3,500 upward. The city has the widest range of the three, from ghat-side guesthouses to heritage hotels.
Per-person accommodation cost: Assuming double sharing, a mid-range hotel at ₹2,000 per night works out to ₹1,000 per person per night. Over 3 nights, that is ₹3,000 per person.
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Food and Miscellaneous Costs
Food is the most controllable expense on this circuit.
| Meal Type | Approximate Cost Per Person |
|---|---|
| Budget thali (dhaba) | ₹80–₹150 |
| Simple vegetarian meal | ₹150–₹350 |
| Mid-range restaurant meal | ₹300–₹600 |
| Daily food budget (budget) | ₹200–₹250 |
| Daily food budget (standard) | ₹300–₹600 |
| Daily food budget (mid-range) | ₹600–₹1,200 |
Miscellaneous: Prasad, entry fees (mostly free at the main temples), boat rides, and auto-rickshaw fares. Budget ₹200–₹500 per person for the full trip.
A note on temple entry: General darshan at Ram Mandir, Kashi Vishwanath, and Triveni Sangam is free. Special aarti passes and priority darshan cost extra, but they are optional.
Package Cost Comparison: Verified Prices
What this table tells you: For the same three cities, the per-person cost varies from ₹5,499 to ₹33,100 — a six-fold difference. The darshan is the same. The difference is how you travel, where you sleep, and what you eat.
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What Drives Your Cost Up or Down
| Factor | Cheaper | More Expensive |
|---|---|---|
| Group size | Larger groups (8–12) | Couples and solo travellers |
| Vehicle | Shared tempo traveller | Private sedan or Innova |
| Hotel | Budget/dharamshala | 3-star or heritage |
| Meals | Dhaba thalis (₹80–₹150) | Restaurant meals (₹300–₹600) |
| Season | Off-season, weekdays | Festivals (Deepotsav, Dev Deepawali) |
| Darshan | General queue (free) | VIP/priority passes (₹250–₹500) |
| Duration | 3–4 days | 6–7 days |
| Booking | Direct with local operator | Through a platform with markup |
The season warning: During Deepotsav (Ayodhya, around Diwali) and Dev Deepawali (Varanasi, Kartik Purnima), hotel rates spike and availability vanishes. Book 3–4 months in advance, or avoid these dates if you are on a budget.
How to Budget for Your Group
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Decide your group size first. This determines your transport cost per person more than anything else.
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Choose your vehicle. A sedan for 2–3 people, an Ertiga/Innova for 4–6, a tempo traveller for 8–17.
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Pick your hotel tier. Budget (₹800–₹1,500), mid-range (₹1,500–₹3,000), or premium (₹3,000+).
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Add food and misc. ₹300–₹600 per person per day for food, ₹200–₹500 for the full trip in miscellaneous costs.
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Add darshan extras only if you need them. General darshan is free. VIP passes are optional.
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Get a fixed quote. Do not accept a range. A legitimate operator will confirm the exact per-person price in writing before you pay.
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Conclusion
There isn't just one price for a trip from Ayodhya to Varanasi to Prayagraj; rather, there is a whole range of prices that are up to you to determine based on your budget.
The price of a budget group trip begins at ₹5,499 per person; while the cost of a medium-priced private taxi tour that includes quality hotel accommodations will be in the range of ₹8,999-₹14,999 per person. Finally, a high-end or luxurious package that provides heritage lodging options and VIP access to the temple is priced anywhere from ₹17,999 to ₹28,999+ per person.
Free access to Ram Mandir, Kashi Vishwanath, and Triveni Sangam. Your expenses will be on your travel, accommodation, and food.
I will provide you with a fixed price quote. When possible, please consider sharing a ride. Please book your travel as soon as possible prior to the start of a festival. Finally, please do not allow someone to sell you what they call a "VIP package" at a cost which is greater than the cost of the darshan itself.
Jai Shri Ram. Har Har Mahadev.
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