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Official 2-day Ayodhya itineraryDay 1 - Arrival & Hanuman Garhi
- Morning: Arrive Ayodhya Dham station or airport → check in near Ram Path → light breakfast (kachori-jalebi lane).
- 10:00 AM: Hanuman Garhi - climb 76 steps, darshan, sindoor offering (~1 hr).
- 12:00 PM: Lunch - sattvic thali near Ram Path; rest during midday heat.
- 2:30 PM: Kanak Bhawan - Ram-Sita darshan, relatively shorter queues.
- 4:00 PM: Stroll Ram Path bazaar - prasad, rudraksha, souvenirs.
- 6:30 PM: Saryu aarti at Ram Ki Paidi - arrive 30 min early for ghat seating.
- 8:00 PM: Dinner and early night (Day 2 starts early).
Day 2 - Ram Mandir & heritage
- 5:30 AM: Wake for Mangala/Shringar period queues (or your Sugam slot time).
- 6:30 AM: Ram Mandir darshan - allow 2–4 hrs depending on crowd.
- 10:30 AM: Dashrath Mahal & Sita Ki Rasoi - short heritage stops nearby.
- 12:00 PM: Bhog aarti period / lunch break.
- 2:00 PM: Ram Katha Museum or Tulsi Smarak Bhawan.
- 4:00 PM: Optional Guptar Ghat or Bharat Kund (Nandigram) if you have transport.
- 7:00 PM: Sandhya aarti at Ram Mandir OR second Saryu aarti - choose one as your closing ritual.
Tip: If you only have one day, prioritise: Hanuman Garhi → Ram Mandir → Ram Ki Paidi evening aarti.
Half-day add-ons (if staying longer)
- Mani Parvat & Sugriv Parvat - sunrise views and Buddhist stupa remains.
- Nageshwarnath Temple - ancient Shiva shrine linked to Kush, son of Rama.
- Chaurasi Kosi parikrama - only if you are fit and have a full extra day.
Pacing tips
- Keep Day 1 lighter - travel fatigue plus hill climb at Hanuman Garhi adds up.
- Book Sugam slot for Day 2 morning so you are not guessing queue length.
- Wear the same comfortable shoes both days; carry socks for temple floors.
- Schedule museum visits in the hot afternoon slot when temple queues peak.
Last updated: 20 July 2026. Sources: UP Tourism, SRJBTKT.