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Sacred Serenity: A Spiritual Journey through Varanasi

aniket magar

26 Dec 2023

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Embark on a soul-stirring expedition to Varanasi, the spiritual capital of India. Immerse yourself in the divine aura of ancient temples, witness breathtaking monuments, and experience the tranquility of sacred ghats. Join us on this 5-day adventure and discover the mystical charm of Varanasi.

Trip to Varanasi

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Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of Sarnath: Chaukhandi Stupa & Dhamekh Stupa

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$10

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48 - 58 min

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Chaukhandi Stupa

This historical Buddhist stupa features a sizable mound with a brick base & octagonal tower.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$3

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.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$8

Day 2Enlightenment Beckons: Sarnath Buddhist Temple & Sarnath Museum

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$12

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$ 1

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51 - 62 min

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Sarnath Buddhist Temple

Expansive Buddhist temple complex with a museum, multiple shrines & an archaeological excavation.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$4

8 - 12 min

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Sarnath Museum

Archeological museum with many artifacts excavated at Sarnath dating from the 3rd century BCE.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$8

Day 3A Glimpse of Nepal in Varanasi: Nepali Temple & Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple

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$5

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$ 1

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30 - 36 min

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Nepali Temple

Commissioned by an exiled 19th-century Nepalese king, this terracotta temple is dedicated to Shiva.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$5

6 - 9 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.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 4Journey into the Past: Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum & Man Singh Observatory

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$15

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$ 2

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14 - 17 min

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Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum

University museum focused on art & archeology, with sculptures, paintings, jewelry, textiles & more.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$10

23 - 28 min

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Man Singh Observatory

Historic 1700s observatory attached to a palace, offering views of the Ganges River from its roof.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$5

Day 5Fortified Grandeur: Ramnagar Fort & Dashashwamedh Ghat

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$4

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$ 2

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21 - 26 min

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Ramnagar Fort

Sandstone fort & royal residence with a museum that has vintage cars, costumes, an armory & more.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$4

25 - 30 min

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Dashashwamedh Ghat

Bustling riverside steps down to the Ganges River, used for religious rituals daily.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $52 In total

Activities & Food:$46

Transport:$6