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9 Days in Varanasi: A Spiritual Journey

Ajit Kumar Dubey

Ajit Kumar Dubey

24 Nov 2023

Embark on a soul-stirring adventure through the ancient city of Varanasi, where spirituality and culture intertwine. Immerse yourself in the rich history, visit sacred temples, savor delectable local cuisine, and witness the mesmerizing rituals on the banks of the holy Ganges River.

Trip to Varanasi

Day 1Divine Delights and Spiritual Serenity
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$105

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$ 4

FabHotel Lemon Grass - Hotel in Chausatthi Ghat, Varanasi

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Baati Chokha
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
27 - 33 min

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Sarnath Buddhist Temple
Expansive Buddhist temple complex with a museum, multiple shrines & an archaeological excavation.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
13 - 20 min

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Garden of Spiritual Wisdom
Picturesque gardens offering tranquil pathways amid lush surrounds & spiritual sculptures.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$5
8 - 12 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
27 - 33 min

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Sri Annapurna
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$36
Day 2Temples, Stupas, and Culinary Delights
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$134

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$ 5

FabHotel Lemon Grass - Hotel in Chausatthi Ghat, Varanasi

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Tandoori villa
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
22 - 27 min

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Chaukhandi Stupa
This historical Buddhist stupa features a sizable mound with a brick base & octagonal tower.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$5
11 - 16 min

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Dhamekh Stupa, Sarnath
Circular stone 43m-tall Buddhist shrine with bird & script carvings, dating back to 500 CE.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$15
9 - 14 min

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Mulagandha Kuti Vihar
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$10
28 - 34 min

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Sri Annapurna
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$36
11 - 14 min

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Raga Cafe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$32
Day 3Exploring the Cultural Tapestry
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$110

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$ 5

FabHotel Lemon Grass - Hotel in Chausatthi Ghat, Varanasi

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Raga Cafe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$32
14 - 17 min

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Gyanvapi Mosque
Venerable mosque on a historic site featuring traditional architecture with columns & domes.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$5
11 - 14 min

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Alamgir Masjid
Mughal-style, 17th-century mosque with 3 huge domes & steps nearby for ritual bathing in the Ganges.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$5
12 - 15 min

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New Star Hotel
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36
2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
Day 4Temples, Cafes, and Local Flavors
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$122

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$ 2

FabHotel Lemon Grass - Hotel in Chausatthi Ghat, Varanasi

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Ganpanti Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$32
3 - 4 min

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Nepali Temple
Commissioned by an exiled 19th-century Nepalese king, this terracotta temple is dedicated to Shiva.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
7 - 10 min

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Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Landmark riverside temple to Shiva, known for its 18th-century gold-plated spire and sacred well.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Madhur Milan Cafe
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$44
3 - 4 min

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New Star Hotel
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36
Day 5Riverside Tranquility and Cultural Experiences
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$119

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$ 2

FabHotel Lemon Grass - Hotel in Chausatthi Ghat, Varanasi

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Bona Cafe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
2 - 3 min

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Ganga Mahal Ghat
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$10
7 - 10 min

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TARA TOURS
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$5
4 - 5 min

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Suryoday Pure Veg Food
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$44
7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$40
Day 6Forts, Museums, and Gastronomic Adventures
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$148

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$ 5

FabHotel Lemon Grass - Hotel in Chausatthi Ghat, Varanasi

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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Vegan and Raw
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
14 - 17 min

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Ramnagar Fort
Sandstone fort & royal residence with a museum that has vintage cars, costumes, an armory & more.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$8
15 - 18 min

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Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum
University museum focused on art & archeology, with sculptures, paintings, jewelry, textiles & more.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$20
25 - 30 min

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Keshari Ruchikar Byanjan
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$36
12 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
Day 7Ghat Exploration and Culinary Delights
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$112

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$ 2

FabHotel Lemon Grass - Hotel in Chausatthi Ghat, Varanasi

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Chandan Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
2 - 3 min

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Dashashwamedh Ghat
Bustling riverside steps down to the Ganges River, used for religious rituals daily.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Shree Cafe
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$44
2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
Day 8Historical Wonders and Authentic Cuisine
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$120

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$ 2

FabHotel Lemon Grass - Hotel in Chausatthi Ghat, Varanasi

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Spicy Bites Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
1 - 2 min

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Rana Mahal Ghat
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$10
4 - 6 min

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Man Singh Observatory
Historic 1700s observatory attached to a palace, offering views of the Ganges River from its roof.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$10
2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
5 - 8 min

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Phulwari Restaurant and Sami Cafe
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$44
Day 9Bakery Delights and Sacred Rituals
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$118

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$ 2

FabHotel Lemon Grass - Hotel in Chausatthi Ghat, Varanasi

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Brown Bread Bakery
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$32
5 - 8 min

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Manikarnika Ghat - Manikarnika Mahashamshan Ghat
One of the city's oldest ghats, this iconic site is a storied spot for traditional Hindu cremations.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$10
11 - 16 min

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Phulwari Restaurant and Sami Cafe
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$44
5 - 8 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32

Budget breakdown: $1116 In total

Activities & Food:$1088
Transport:$28