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9 Days in Varanasi: A Spiritual Journey

Prashant B

18 Dec 2023

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Embark on a soul-stirring adventure through the spiritual capital of India. Discover ancient temples, tranquil monasteries, and sacred ghats that will leave you in awe. Join us on this 9-day itinerary to Varanasi and experience the magic of this holy city.

Trip to Varanasi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling the Serenity of Sarnath

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$17

Chaukhandi Stupa

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$6

12 - 18 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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$10

Day 2Immersing in Buddhist Heritage

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$25

Dharmarajika Stupa

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$6

8 - 11 min

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Mulagandha Kuti Vihar

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

6 - 9 min

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Tibetan Buddhist Monastery

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$6

Day 3Seeking Peace at Vishwa Shanti Stupa

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$32

Vishwa Shanti Stupa

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$13

13 - 20 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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$19

Day 4Divine Blessings at Kashi Vishwanath Temple

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$0

Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Landmark riverside temple to Shiva, known for its 18th-century gold-plated spire and sacred well.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

Day 5Exploring the Spiritual Enclave

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$19

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$ 3

Garden of Spiritual Wisdom

Picturesque gardens offering tranquil pathways amid lush surrounds & spiritual sculptures.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$6

24 - 29 min

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Gyanvapi Mosque

Venerable mosque on a historic site featuring traditional architecture with columns & domes.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$6

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.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$6

Day 6Discovering Architectural Marvels

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$25

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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$13

5 - 8 min

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Man Singh Observatory

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

Day 7Witnessing the Circle of Life

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$25

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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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$13

17 - 21 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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$13

Day 8Journey to the Historic Ramnagar Fort

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$10

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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$10

Day 9Sunset Spectacle 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

Budget breakdown: $155 In total

Activities & Food:$152

Transport:$4