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10 Days in Varanasi: A Journey of Spiritual Awakening

Prathamesh Maurya

Prathamesh Maurya

8 Jan 2024

Embark on a soul-stirring adventure through the spiritual capital of India. Immerse yourself in the ancient wonders of Varanasi as you explore sacred temples, tranquil ghats, and historic landmarks. Discover the rich cultural heritage and experience the divine aura that surrounds this mystical city.

Trip to Varanasi

Day 1Serenity and Enlightenment at Sarnath Buddhist Temple
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$20

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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$12
7 - 10 min

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Japanese Temple
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$8
Day 2Unveiling the Secrets of Chaukhandi and Dharmarajika Stupas
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$30

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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$8
9 - 14 min

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Dharmarajika Stupa
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$8
8 - 11 min

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Mulagandha Kuti Vihar
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$15
Day 3Seeking Blessings at Sankat Mochan Hanuman Mandir
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$30

Sankat Mochan Hanuman Mandir
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$8
6 - 9 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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$23
Day 4Tranquility and Devotion at Bhonsale Ghat
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$23

Bhonsale Ghat
Palatial ghat made from stone in 1780 by the Bhosale family during the rule of the Maratha Empire.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$15
4 - 6 min

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Alamgir Masjid
Mughal-style, 17th-century mosque with 3 huge domes & steps nearby for ritual bathing in the Ganges.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$8
Day 5A Spiritual Sojourn to Gyanvapi Mosque and Kashi Vishwanath Temple
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$8

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$ 2

Gyanvapi Mosque
Venerable mosque on a historic site featuring traditional architecture with columns & domes.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$8
12 - 15 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 6Exploring the Royal Past at Man Mandir Ghat
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$30

Man Mandir Ghat
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$15
4 - 6 min

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Nepali Temple
Commissioned by an exiled 19th-century Nepalese king, this terracotta temple is dedicated to Shiva.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$15
Day 7Witnessing the Spectacular Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat
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$0

Dashashwamedh Ghat
Bustling riverside steps down to the Ganges River, used for religious rituals daily.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
Day 8Immersion in Sacred Rituals at Manikarnika Ghat
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$30

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$ 2

Manikarnika Ghat - Manikarnika Mahashamshan Ghat
One of the city's oldest ghats, this iconic site is a storied spot for traditional Hindu cremations.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$15
14 - 17 min

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Shri Satyanarayan Tulsi Manas Mandir
Stately Hindu temple with white marble construction, landscaped gardens & numerous engravings.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$15
Day 9Divine Encounters at Mrityunjay Mahadev Mandir
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$15

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$ 2

Mrityunjay Mahadev Mandir SamneGhat
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$8
10 - 12 min

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Ruchika Art Gallery
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$8
Day 10Unveiling the Treasures of Ramnagar Fort and Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum
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$42

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$ 2

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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$12
14 - 17 min

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Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum
University museum focused on art & archeology, with sculptures, paintings, jewelry, textiles & more.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$30

Budget breakdown: $233 In total

Activities & Food:$227
Transport:$6