
Mahalaya Amavasya (also known as Sarva Pitri Amavasya) is the most significant new moon day in Hinduism dedicated to honoring departed ancestors. It marks the culmination of Pitru Paksha and the transition into Devi Paksha, serving as a powerful spiritual opportunity to seek ancestral blessings before the festive season begins.
Bodh Gaya is a religious site and place of pilgrimage associated with the Mahabodhi Temple Complex in Gaya district of Bihar. It is famous as it is the place where Gautama Buddha is said to have obtained Enlightenment under what became known as the Bodhi Tree. For Buddhists, Bodh Gaya is the most important sites related to Gautama Buddha life. In 2002, Mahabodhi Temple, located in Bodh Gaya, became a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The holiest site for Buddhists from all over the world, Bodh Gaya is the place where the Buddha attained enlightenment. The focal point of the town is the Mahabodhi Temple, whose soaring pyramidal spire dominates the landscape. The temple is enclosed on three sides by a 1st-century BC stone railing, carved with lotus medallions and scenes from the Buddha’s life, and includes the sacred Bodhi Tree, under which the Buddha meditated before he attained enlightenment.
Gaya is no ordinary city; It is a celestial crossroad. Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains converge here, their footsteps echoing across centuries. The Phalgu River, known as Niranjana in the Ramayana, cradles the city’s sacred essence. Imagine the river’s gentle murmur as it carries away sins and memories, leaving pilgrims cleansed and renewed.
Stretching along the banks of the Phalgu river, Gaya along with Varanasi and Allahabad, is regarded as one of the three most sacred sites for performing Hindu funeral rites. It is believed that Vishnu himself sanctified Gaya, decreeing that prayers for departed souls performed here would absolve all their earthly sins. Dominating the religious life of the city is the Vishnupad Temple, which is not open to non-Hindus, but no such restrictions apply to the picturesque ghats and shrines along the riverfront.
Varanasi is a city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh dating to the 11th century B.C. Regarded as the spiritual capital of India, the city draws Hindu pilgrims who bathe in the Ganges River’s sacred waters and perform funeral rites. It is one of the oldest living cities in the world. Varanasi`s Prominence in Hindu mythology is virtually unrevealed. Hindus believe that one who is graced to die on the land of Varanasi would attain salvation and freedom from the cycle of birth and re-birth. Abode of Lord Shiva and Parvati, the origins of Varanasi are yet unknown. Ganges in Varanasi is believed to have the power to wash away the sins of mortals.
Prayagraj lies close to Triveni Sangam, the "three-river confluence" of the Ganges, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati. It plays a central role in Hindu scriptures. The city finds its earliest reference as one of the world's oldest known cities in Hindu texts and has been venerated as the holy city of Prayagraj in the ancient Vedas.
Ayodhya is a city situated on the banks of holy river Saryu. In the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, it is the headquarter of Ayodhya District and Ayodhya division. Ayodhya, also known as Saket, is an ancient city of India, is the birthplace of Bhagwan Shri Ram and setting of the great epic Ramayana. Ayodhya used to be the capital of the ancient Kosala Kingdom. It has an average elevation of 93 meters (305 feet). Owing to the belief as the birthplace of Bhagwan Shri Ram, Ayodhya (Awadhpuri) has been regarded as first one of the seven most important pilgrimage sites (Mokshdayini Sapt Puris) for Hindus.
Package Details: -
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Package Code |
SMA41 |
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Package Name |
Mahalaya Amavasya Special |
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Airport |
Madurai (IXM) |
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Tour Date |
09 October 2026 |
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Total Seats |
29 |
Flight Details: -
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Flight No |
From |
Date of Departure |
Dept. Time |
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Date of Arrival |
Arrl. Time |
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6E7194/539 |
Madurai |
09 October 2026 |
08:40 hrs. |
Patna |
09 October 2026 |
13:50 hrs. |
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6E6559/6585 |
Varanasi |
14 October 2026 |
11:55 hrs. |
Madurai |
14 October 2026 |
21:25 hrs. |
Cost per Person: - IN INR
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Class |
Single Occupancy |
Double Occupancy per person |
Triple Occupancy per person |
Child With Bed |
Child Without Bed (5-11 yrs) |
Child Without Bed |
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Comfort |
₹ 45,800/- |
₹ 39,900/- |
₹ 38,900 /- |
₹ 35,800/- |
₹ 29,400 /- |
₹ 28,400 /- |
Tour Itinerary: -Madurai – Gaya – Varanasi - Prayagraj – Ayodhya - Madurai
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Destination |
Itinerary |
Night Stay |
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Day 1 09-10-2026 |
Madurai -Patna-Bodh Gaya |
Arrival Patna Airport at 13:50 hrs (01:50 PM). Proceed to Bodh Gaya. Visit Mahabodhi Temple. Later Check in to the hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Bodhgaya. (Food includes Dinner). |
Bodh Gaya |
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Day 02 10-10-2026 |
Bodh Gaya |
Early morning, proceed to visit Vishnupad Temple at Gaya. After rituals on auspicious day Mahalaya Amavasya return to the hotel for breakfast After breakfast check out from the hotel. Proceed to Varanasi. In the evening proceed for Ganga Aarti. Later check in to the hotel at Varanasi. Dinner & Overnight stay. (Food includes Breakfast & Dinner). |
Varanasi |
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Day 03 11-10-2026 |
Varanasi - Sarnath |
Early in the morning, visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple & Annapurna Temple. After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to visit Sarnath. Evening free for shopping. Dinner & overnight stay. (Food includes Breakfast & Dinner) |
Varanasi |
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Day 04 12-10-2026 |
Varanasi- Prayagraj-Ayodhya |
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Prayagraj. On arrival visit Triveni Sangam, and Anand Bhawan Museum. Proceed to Ayodhya. On arrival check in to hotel for dinner and overnight stay at Ayodhya. (Food includes Breakfast & Dinner). |
Ayodhya |
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Day 05 13-10-2026 |
Ayodhya – Varanasi |
After early Breakfast visit Ram Lalla Temple, Hanuman Garhi & Sarayu River. Later proceed to Varanasi. Overnight stay at Varanasi. (Food includes Breakfast & Dinner) |
Varanasi |
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Day 06 14.10.2026 |
Varanasi - Madurai |
After early Breakfast drop at Varanasi Airport to board return flight at 11:55 Hrs to Madurai. (Food includes Breakfast). |
Tour Ends |
*Above itinerary and Flight timings are only indicative, IRCTC and handling agent reserves the right to change in view of operation problem / local circumstances.
Inclusions: -
Price does not include: -
Total Seat Availability: 29
Hotel Details:
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Destination |
Hotel Accommodation |
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Bodh Gaya (01 Night) |
Hotel Anand International or similar |
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Varanasi (03 Nights) |
Hotel City Inn or similar |
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Ayodhya (01 Night) |
Hotel Shane Awadh or similar |
| No. of days before commencement of Trip | Total Deductions |
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| ₹0.00 per passenger | |
| Prior to 21 days (excluding departure date) | 30% of the package cost |
| 21 - 15 days (excluding departure date) | 55% of the package cost |
| 14 - 8 days (excluding departure date) | 80% of the package cost |
| Less than 08 days / No show | 100% of the package cost |
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Health Advisory |
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a. Senior citizen passenger must get their medical check-up before booking the tour. |
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b. Passengers above age of 75 are required to accompany by an escort/family member of younger age. |
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Hotel Check in time is 1200 noon. |
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Being a group tour, personalized service is not viable. Hence, please converge with the group. |
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Above rates are subject to availability. |
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Cancellation charges as per company policy. |
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Room categories in all packages are the base category rooms unless stated otherwise. |
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Final confirmation in the proposed hotels is subject to the availability at the time of booking, else similar category hotel will be provided. |
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Please reach the airport 2 hours before the departure of the flight. Tripozo or its partner will not responsible for missing of flights by the guest. |
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In flight (Low Cost Carriers), the food and beverages are available on chargeable basis. |
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Kindly reconfirm the departure terminal and the flight schedule from the airline before leaving for the airport. |
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Web check in can’t be done for group tours. |
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Transfers and sightseeing are on SIC (seat in coach) / shared basis by A/C vehicle. |
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Arrival / departure transfers & sightseeing shall be provided as per schedule fixed by the hotel/Local Tripozo or its partner Office/DMC. However, this may require you to wait at the airport for short duration until all the guests arriving at that time exit the airport. |
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The request for an adjacent or adjoining rooms in case of two or more families from same acquaintance can considered by Tripozo or its partner Tour Manager subject to availability. |
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It is mandatory to carry the age proof of children (02 to 11 yrs) and infant (below 02yrs) along with other travel documents. Child above 11 yrs shall be considered for an adult cost. |
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Airlines don’t offer seats to infants |
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Room allocation (Twin bed / Double bed) is at the discretion of the hotel. The check in time at hotel is 1400 Hrs and check out time 1200 Hrs. Numbers of meals are always corresponding to the number of nights booked. Breakfast is not provided on the day of arrival. |
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In hotels, for an extra Adult / Child, either Rollaway bed or mattress shall be provided. |
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For early check ins and late check outs the payment is to be settled directly by the guest. |
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Hotel has the right to claim the damages incurred by any of the guest. |
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The guests are requested to take care of their personal belongings carefully and avoid leaving them unattended |
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The airfares and taxes are calculated as on a mentioned date and any increase in the Taxes or airfares will be borne by the customer. |
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For any change in Flight Timings/diversions, Flight cancellation from the airline Tripozo or its partner will not be responsible and if it further affects the Sightseeing/Itinerary client need to accommodate accordingly. |
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Cost of additional services availed by the guest which are not part of our package inclusions are to be settled directly at the hotel. |
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To avail the arrival transfers please check the hotel representative holding the placard of your name / hotel name/ Tripozo or its partner name. |
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Buffet meal will be provided at fixed venue decided by the hotel. |
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These are the standard buffet timings observed by the hotels. Still you are kindly requested to check the perfect buffet timings at the time of check in at the hotel. Once the buffet time is over the hotel might ask you to pay for your meals |
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Tripozo or its partner request you that before finalizing the tour with us kindly go through the website of the hotels and read the reviews |
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Package cost is calculated on lowest class Air Fare. Any increase in air fare or airport taxes has to be borne by the client. |
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Any Itinerary posted on the website is only a proposed holiday outline. |
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Contact for Booking |
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Our representatives between 10:00 - 18:00 on working days IRCTC - Madurai Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd., Mr. Deepu – 8287931962 (deepu5137@irctc.com) IRCTC - Trichy Mr. Siva Kumar - 8287932070 IRCTC - Chennai Mr. Rajesh - 8287931977 |
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