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📅 2 to 3 Day Package
Varanasi Naimisharanya Lucknow Package 2026 — 84 Kosi Parikrama Pilgrimage Tour
Where the Puranas were first recited — one of India's most sacred but lesser-known pilgrimage circuits
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Duration
2–3 Days
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Distance
~320 km
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Main Site
Chakra Tirth
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Dzire From
₹7,000
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Tempo From
₹16,000
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Reviews
503 · 4.9★
Naimisharanya, near Lucknow, is one of Hindu tradition's most sacred but lesser-visited pilgrimage sites — the forest where the great sages (rishis) gathered and where Suta Goswami first narrated the Puranas, including the Srimad Bhagavatam. The site's Chakra Tirth (where Lord Vishnu's discus is believed to have created a sacred pond) and the surrounding 84 Kosi Parikrama circuit make this an extraordinarily significant but uncrowded pilgrimage destination.
Our Varanasi to Naimisharanya package combines this sacred forest pilgrimage with a stop in Lucknow — allowing your group to experience both deep spiritual tradition and the cultural richness of the Nawabi city. This 320 km journey is ideal as a 2-day focused pilgrimage or a more relaxed 3-day version including Lucknow sightseeing.
Naimisharanya Lucknow Package Fares — Varanasi 2026
| Vehicle | Capacity | 2D/1N Package | 3D/2N Package | Per Person (2D) |
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| Swift Dzire | 4 pax | ₹7,000 | ₹10,200 | ₹1,750/person |
| Innova CrystaRecommended | 6 pax | ₹10,800 | ₹15,800 | ₹1,800/person |
| 9 Seater Tempo | 8 pax | ₹16,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹2,000/person |
| 17 Seater TempoGroup Best | 16 pax | ₹19,500 | ₹27,500 | ₹1,219/person |
Naimisharanya & Lucknow — What to Cover
- Chakra Tirth: The central sacred pond at Naimisharanya, believed created by Lord Vishnu's Sudarshan Chakra. A small but deeply revered temple complex with a continuous flow of devotees performing rituals
- Vyas Gaddi: The spot where Sage Vyasa is believed to have composed the Mahabharata and Puranas. A place of profound literary and spiritual significance
- Lalita Devi Temple: One of the 51 Shakti Peeths, located within the Naimisharanya complex — adds significant religious weight to this circuit
- Hanuman Garhi, Naimisharanya: A significant Hanuman temple within the larger complex, popular among local and visiting devotees
- Lucknow — Bara Imambara & Rumi Darwaza: The architectural grandeur of Nawabi Lucknow, a cultural contrast to the spiritual focus of Naimisharanya, included for groups extending to the 3-day package
- Lucknow — Hazratganj Market: For groups wanting some local shopping and Awadhi cuisine experience before returning to Varanasi
Frequently Asked Questions
Naimisharanya is one of Hinduism's most ancient pilgrimage sites — a forest near Lucknow where, according to tradition, 88,000 rishis (sages) gathered, and where Suta Goswami first narrated the Srimad Bhagavatam and other Puranas. Chakra Tirth, the central sacred site, is believed to be formed by Lord Vishnu's discus. Despite its profound religious significance, it remains far less crowded than major pilgrimage centers, offering a peaceful, authentic spiritual experience.
Naimisharanya is approximately 320 km from Varanasi (5-6 hours drive) and about 80 km from Lucknow (1.5-2 hours). Our package typically routes Varanasi → Naimisharanya (with overnight stay) → Lucknow (for the 3-day version) → return to Varanasi, or a more direct Varanasi → Naimisharanya → Varanasi for the focused 2-day pilgrimage version.
The 2-day version focuses purely on Naimisharanya pilgrimage — ideal for devotees whose primary purpose is the spiritual sites. The 3-day version adds a half-day in Lucknow for Bara Imambara, Rumi Darwaza and Hazratganj — better suited for families wanting to combine pilgrimage with some cultural sightseeing and shopping. Both are excellent depending on your group's priorities.
The 84 Kosi Parikrama is a traditional circumambulation route covering the broader sacred forest area around Naimisharanya, encompassing numerous smaller sacred sites beyond just Chakra Tirth. The full parikrama (covering roughly 84 kos, an ancient unit of distance) is a multi-day undertaking typically done by dedicated pilgrim groups; our standard package covers the core sites (Chakra Tirth, Vyas Gaddi, Lalita Devi Temple) which most pilgrims consider sufficient for a meaningful visit.
Yes — Naimisharanya has dharamshalas and modest guesthouses catering to pilgrims, along with some better hotels in nearby Sitapur town (30 km away) for those wanting more comfort. We can help coordinate accommodation booking based on your group's preference and budget when you book your transport package.
Yes — our 17-seater Tempo Traveller handles this circuit excellently for pilgrimage societies and large families. At ₹19,500 for the 2D/1N package, 16 passengers travel together for approximately ₹1,219 per person, covering this significant but lesser-known pilgrimage destination as a complete group without splitting across multiple vehicles.
Naimisharanya sees increased pilgrim activity during Kartik month (October-November) and on Ekadashi dates, when devotees specifically travel to perform purana-shravan (listening to sacred recitations) at the site believed to be where these texts were first spoken. If your visit timing allows, experiencing Naimisharanya during these periods adds additional traditional significance to the pilgrimage.
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