{"id":16883,"date":"2023-09-08T03:57:07","date_gmt":"2023-09-08T09:27:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/?p=16883"},"modified":"2025-12-08T02:03:52","modified_gmt":"2025-12-08T02:03:52","slug":"jatayu-cruise-ayodhya-saryu-ghat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/jatayu-cruise-ayodhya-saryu-ghat\/","title":{"rendered":"Revised Jatayu Cruise Ayodhya Timings and Bookings Online, 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

Revised Jatayu Cruise Ayodhya Timings and Bookings Online, 2025<\/span><\/h1>\n

Ayodhya city<\/strong> has now started<\/strong> a cruise service<\/strong> “Jatayu” on the Saryu River<\/strong>. People coming<\/strong> here can now sit<\/strong> on this cruise<\/strong> and see<\/strong> the ghats<\/strong> of Ayodhya<\/strong>, and also enjoy<\/strong> the scenery<\/strong> around the city<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

It is to be noted<\/strong>, this cruise<\/strong> will take<\/strong> passengers<\/strong> from Naya Ghat<\/strong> to Guptar Ghat<\/strong>, covering a distance<\/strong> of 8 km<\/strong>. Not only that, it will carry<\/strong> about 70 passengers<\/strong>, and the tour<\/strong> will take<\/strong> about one and a half to two hours<\/strong>. Let us give<\/strong> you some information<\/strong> about the Jatayu Cruise<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Jatayu Cruise<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Jatayu Cruise<\/strong> is an AC-operated<\/strong> two-story ship<\/strong>, which is 45 feet long<\/strong> and 15 feet wide<\/strong>. It is to be noted<\/strong>, this ship<\/strong> was built<\/strong> in Gujarat<\/strong>, later it was brought<\/strong> to Delhi<\/strong> and then to Ayodhya<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

In the Ramayana-themed cruise<\/strong>, many passengers<\/strong> can travel<\/strong>. On the hull<\/strong> of the ship<\/strong>, beautiful images<\/strong> of Lord Ram<\/strong>, Lakshman<\/strong>, Mother Sita<\/strong>, Hanuman<\/strong>, and episodes<\/strong> of the epic<\/strong> are also depicted<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

On Jatayu Cruise<\/strong>, people will be given a 45-minute journey<\/strong>. People will be shown<\/strong> the major ghats<\/strong> of Ayodhya<\/strong> and its mythology<\/strong> exactly. For this, guides<\/strong> will also be appointed<\/strong> on the cruise<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Jatayu Cruise Ayodhya: Schedule, Fares, and Booking Details<\/h3>\n

The Jatayu Cruise is an air-conditioned river cruise operating on the Saryu River, offering a guided tour themed around the Ramayana, starting and ending at Naya Ghat.<\/p>\n

1. Daily Operating Schedule & Route<\/h4>\n

The cruise operates four fixed trips daily, with each trip lasting approximately 1.5 to 2 hours<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Trip Number<\/th>\nExperience Focus<\/th>\nStart Time<\/th>\nEnd Time<\/th>\nRoute<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Trip 1<\/strong><\/td>\nSunrise \/ Early Morning Aarti<\/td>\n4:30 AM<\/td>\n6:30 AM<\/td>\nNaya Ghat to Guptar Ghat (Round Trip)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Trip 2<\/strong><\/td>\nMid-Day Exploration<\/td>\n11:00 AM<\/td>\n1:00 PM<\/td>\nNaya Ghat to Guptar Ghat (Round Trip)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Trip 3<\/strong><\/td>\nSunset \/ Dusk Viewing<\/td>\n4:00 PM<\/td>\n6:00 PM<\/td>\nNaya Ghat to Guptar Ghat (Round Trip)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Trip 4<\/strong><\/td>\nEvening \/ Night Lighting<\/td>\n6:00 PM<\/td>\n8:00 PM<\/td>\nNaya Ghat to Guptar Ghat (Round Trip)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total Distance<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\nApproximately 18 km Round Trip<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Note:<\/strong> Times are approximate and may be subject to slight variations based on river conditions or operational schedules.<\/em><\/p>\n

2. Ticket Prices (Fare)<\/h4>\n

The fare is fixed per person for the round-trip journey, regardless of the time slot chosen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
Tourist Category<\/th>\nFare (INR)<\/th>\nCapacity<\/th>\nIncluded Services<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Per Person<\/strong><\/td>\n\u20b9300<\/strong><\/td>\n70 – 100 Passengers<\/td>\nGuided tour commentary (historical facts of the ghats), short film on Lord Ram\/Ayodhya, and light refreshments\/snacks.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

3. Booking Details<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n\n
Booking Status<\/th>\nMethod<\/th>\nLocation for Purchase<\/th>\nNotes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Online Booking<\/strong><\/td>\nCurrently NOT Available<\/strong><\/td>\nN\/A<\/td>\nMultiple sources indicate that online booking is not yet functional. Visitors should be prepared to book in person.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
In-Person \/ Offline<\/strong><\/td>\nPurchase at the Counter<\/td>\nNaya Ghat Jetty<\/strong><\/td>\nTickets must be bought at the cruise counter located at the Naya Ghat\/Ayodhya Cruise Line Jetty before the scheduled departure time.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Important Tip:<\/strong> Since online booking is generally unavailable, it is highly advisable to arrive at the Naya Ghat ticket counter well in advance of your desired departure time, especially for the popular sunrise (4:30 AM) and sunset (4:00 PM \/ 6:00 PM) trips. Enjoy your cruise on the sacred Saryu River!<\/p>\n

Jatayu Cruise Ticket Price:<\/h3>\n

What will be the time and price
<\/strong>During this attractive journey, passengers will also be shown a short film about Lord Ram and Ayodhya. This will also informpassengers about the rich history of the temple city. The ticket price for a round trip between Naya Ghat and Guptar Ghat is \u20b9300 per person.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The first journey of Jatayu Cruise Ayodhya\u00a0 starts<\/strong> at 4:30 AM and end at 6:30 AM.<\/strong> The second journey will run from 11 AM to 1 PM<\/strong>. The third journey will run from 4 PM to 6 PM<\/strong>, and the last will run from 6 PM to 8 PM.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Ayodhya Jatayu cruise service in Saryu<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Jatayu Cruise Timings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Timings<\/strong><\/th>\nExperience<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
4:30 AM \u2013 6:30 AM<\/td>\nEnjoy the tranquil beauty<\/strong> of the river<\/strong> in the early morning hours<\/strong>.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
11:00 AM \u2013 1:00 PM<\/td>\nExplore the city<\/strong> and visit local sights<\/strong> at your leisure<\/strong>.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4:00 PM \u2013 6:00 PM<\/td>\nExperience a beautiful view<\/strong> of the river<\/strong> as dusk falls<\/strong>.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6:00 PM \u2013 8:00 PM<\/td>\nEnjoy the lively nighttime atmosphere<\/strong> of the city<\/strong>.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
Suggested Read: Top 10 Places to Visit in Ayodhya<\/a><\/h5>\n

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Jatayu Cruise in Ayodhya<\/h3>\n

The Jatayu cruise offers a scenic tour along the Saryu River in Ayodhya. Named after the legendary bird from the Hindu epic Ramayana, the cruise includes a short film about Lord Ram and Ayodhya, educating passengers on the site’s rich mythology and history.<\/p>\n

The journey starts at Naya Ghat and covers 18 kilometers round-trip, lasting between one and a half to two hours. The cruise can accommodate 70 passengers at a time.<\/p>\n

A Mythical Voyage:<\/h3>\n

The Jatayu Cruise is not your ordinary boat ride. It’s a two-floor, air-conditioned ship, boasting a length of 45 feet and a width of 15 feet.<\/strong> Originating from Gujarat, this magnificent vessel found its way to Delhi before finally gracing the serene waters of Ayodhya.<\/p>\n

As you step on board, the beautifully painted imagery of Lord Ram, Lakshman, Maa Sita, Hanuman, and other pivotal episodes from the epic Ramayana<\/strong><\/a> will instantly immerse you in India’s beloved mythology.<\/p>\n

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Ayodhya Jatayu cruise in Saryu River<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Upcoming Cruises in Ayodhya<\/h3>\n

It <\/b>is just the beginning of Ayodhya’s exciting foray into river tourism. There is \u00a0‘Garud,’ set to launch next month, and ‘Pushpak Viman,’<\/a> by year-end,<\/strong> with a seating capacity of 150<\/strong>. Ayodhya is set to become a prominent destination for those seeking spiritual enrichment.<\/p>\n