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4 Days in Varanasi: A Journey of Serenity and Spice

Ashutosh Gupta

15 Jan 2024

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Embark on a soul-stirring adventure through the spiritual capital of India. Discover ancient marvels, savor delectable cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Varanasi.

Trip to Varanasi

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Day 1Art, Enlightenment, and Culinary Delights

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$38

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$ 1

Capsicum

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

10 - 12 min

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Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$10

45 - 54 min

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Sarnath Buddhist Temple

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$4

3 - 4 min

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Vaishali Restaurant

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$6

6 - 9 min

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Green Hut Restaurant

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$12

Day 2Glimpses of Divinity and Riverside Serenity

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$24

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$ 1

Filo Cafe

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$2

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

62 - 75 min

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Sarnath Museum

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$8

2 - 3 min

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Green Hut Restaurant

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$12

9 - 11 min

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Hotel Sarnath

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$2

Day 3Heavenly Bites and Sacred Wonders

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$20

Brown Bread Bakery

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

2 - 3 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.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Street Bite

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$8

7 - 10 min

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Megu Cafe

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$4

Day 4Lassi Bliss and Majestic Forts

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$33

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$ 1

Pahelawan Lassi Bhandar

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

10 - 12 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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$4

28 - 34 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.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$5

2 - 3 min

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Fagin's Restaurant

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$6

4 - 5 min

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Ganpanti Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Budget breakdown: $118 In total

Activities & Food:$115

Transport:$3