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About Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh holds three of India's most important journeys: the Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri in Agra, the pilgrim triangle of Ayodhya, Prayagraj and Varanasi, and Lucknow's Nawabi architecture and food.
Expressways now link most of these, so a week covers more than it used to.
- Best time
- October to March. Prayagraj's Magh Mela is held in January–February every year.
- Ideal trip
- 6–8 days for Lucknow, Ayodhya, Prayagraj and Varanasi; 2 days for Agra
- Getting there
- Fly into Lucknow, Varanasi or Ayodhya; Agra is easiest from Delhi by train or road.
- For visitors from abroad
- The Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays. Varanasi's ghats are best seen from a boat at sunrise.
4 itineraries
Uttar Pradesh Tour Packages
Each one is fully customisable: dates, hotels, pace and days.
Golden Triangle Tour: Delhi, Agra (Taj Mahal Sunrise) & Jaipur
- Delhi → Delhi
- Best: Oct – Mar
Starting from₹28,500 /person
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Uttar Pradesh Spiritual Tour: Ayodhya, Prayagraj & Kashi (7 Days)
- Lucknow → Varanasi
- Best: Oct – Mar
Starting from₹29,500 /person
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Kashi & Ayodhya Yatra for Parents: Wheelchair-Ready, 6 Days
- Varanasi → Ayodhya or Lucknow
- Best: Oct – Mar
Starting from₹24,500 /person
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Tiger & Taj Family Holiday: Jaipur, Ranthambore & Agra, 6 Days
- Delhi → Delhi
- Best: Oct – Mar
Starting from₹34,500 /person
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Best Things to Do in Uttar Pradesh
Taj Mahal at sunrise
Gates open 30 minutes before sunrise; the first hour is the quietest.
Bara Imambara's maze
Lucknow's 18th-century hall with the bhool-bhulaiya labyrinth upstairs.
Triveni Sangam boat
Where the Ganga, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati meet in Prayagraj.
Ram Mandir, Ayodhya
The new Nagara-style temple at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi.
Ganga aarti
The evening fire ceremony at Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat.
What to Eat
- 🍽️ Galouti kebab, Lucknow
- 🍽️ Petha and bedai, Agra
- 🍽️ Banarasi paan and malaiyyo (winter)
- 🍽️ Tokri chaat
In pictures
Uttar Pradesh in Pictures
Read before you go
Uttar Pradesh Guides
Uttar Pradesh2 Oct 2026 · 2 min read
Going to Varanasi? What to Do and Where to Eat
Sunrise boats, the evening aarti, Kashi Vishwanath and the breakfast that's worth waking up for.
By TX Team
Uttar Pradesh12 Sept 2026 · 2 min read
Ayodhya Travel Guide: Planning Ram Mandir Darshan With Your Parents
Getting there, darshan timings, what you can't carry, and the right order to see the temples.
By TX Team
Uttar Pradesh15 Jan 2025 · 4 min read
Mahakumbh 2025: The Journey from Sacred Water to Modern Shores
The year 2025 commenced with a bang marked by the significant and highly anticipated spiritual event of the year, the Mahakumbh. Celebrated worldwide for its vibrant and diverse culture, India has attracted global attention, bringing in millions of visitors to witness the cultural extravaganza of Mahakumbh 2025. This event stands out as one of the
By Mansi Sethi
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Can we do Agra and Varanasi together?+
Yes. Take an overnight train between them (about 10–12 hours), or travel via Delhi.
Is it suitable for elderly parents?+
Very. Our UP circuit keeps every drive to 4 hours or less and includes battery cars or wheelchairs where available.
What about the Kumbh Mela?+
Prayagraj hosts the Magh Mela every January–February, and the much larger Kumbh Melas on a 6- and 12-year cycle. We'll tell you if your dates coincide.
