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7 Days in Varanasi: A Journey of Spiritual Awakening

Bhuvan Saxena

Bhuvan Saxena

9 Dec 2023

Embark on a soul-stirring adventure through the ancient city of Varanasi, where spirituality and culture converge. Immerse yourself in the sacred rituals along the ghats, explore hidden temples, savor local delicacies, and discover the rich history of this mystical destination.

Trip to Varanasi

Day 1Delights of Kachaudi Gali and Majestic Ghats
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$167

Kachaudi Gali
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$27
8 - 12 min

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Bhonsale Ghat
Palatial ghat made from stone in 1780 by the Bhosale family during the rule of the Maratha Empire.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$23
4 - 6 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.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$23
3 - 4 min

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Fagin's Restaurant
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$27
2 - 3 min

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Nepali Temple
Commissioned by an exiled 19th-century Nepalese king, this terracotta temple is dedicated to Shiva.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$23
3 - 4 min

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Ganpanti Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$45
Day 2Art, Religion, and Serenity
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$151

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$ 7

Capsicum
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
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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$45
14 - 17 min

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Shri Satyanarayan Tulsi Manas Mandir
Stately Hindu temple with white marble construction, landscaped gardens & numerous engravings.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$23
12 - 15 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$54
2 - 3 min

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Dashashwamedh Ghat
Bustling riverside steps down to the Ganges River, used for religious rituals daily.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Manmandir Sri Someshwara Swamy Temple
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$11
1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
Day 3Lassi, Forts, and Divine Temples
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$187

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$ 5

Pahelawan Lassi Bhandar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
11 - 14 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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$18
24 - 29 min

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Rana Mahal Ghat
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$23
8 - 12 min

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Street Bite
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$36
2 - 3 min

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Shree Kashi Vishwanath Mahadev temple
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$56
2 - 3 min

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Megu Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 4Culinary Delights and Spiritual Exploration
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$165

Brown Bread Bakery
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$27
3 - 4 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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Scindia Ghat
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$23
7 - 10 min

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Mishra Rooftop Restaurant
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$27
10 - 15 min

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Alamgir Masjid
Mughal-style, 17th-century mosque with 3 huge domes & steps nearby for ritual bathing in the Ganges.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$11
1 - 2 min

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Maa Annapurna Mandir
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$23
21 - 32 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$54
Day 5Adventure and Devotion
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$133

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$ 5

Sri Annapurna
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
13 - 16 min

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Varanasi Fun City
Small water park with slides, a wave pool & play fountains for splashing, plus animal statues.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$45
18 - 22 min

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Gyanvapi Mosque
Venerable mosque on a historic site featuring traditional architecture with columns & domes.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$11
8 - 12 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$9
4 - 6 min

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Baba Shree Kaal Bhairav Temple
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$23
9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36
Day 6Ancient Ruins and Spiritual Reflection
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$174

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$ 3

Baati Chokha
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$27
26 - 32 min

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Ashoka Pillar
Glass enclosure containing sandstone remains of an ancient column built by Emperor Ashoka.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$11
4 - 5 min

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Dharmarajika Stupa
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$11
8 - 11 min

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Sarnath Buddhist Temple
Expansive Buddhist temple complex with a museum, multiple shrines & an archaeological excavation.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$18
3 - 4 min

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Vaishali Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
4 - 6 min

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Japanese Temple
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$11
11 - 16 min

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Chaukhandi Stupa
This historical Buddhist stupa features a sizable mound with a brick base & octagonal tower.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$11
2 - 3 min

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Garden of Spiritual Wisdom
Picturesque gardens offering tranquil pathways amid lush surrounds & spiritual sculptures.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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$11
8 - 12 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$36
Day 7Tranquility and Cultural Immersion
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$140

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$ 5

Tandoori villa
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
27 - 33 min

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Vishwa Shanti Stupa
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$23
5 - 8 min

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Tibetan Buddhist Monastery
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$11
6 - 9 min

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Mulagandha Kuti Vihar
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$23
7 - 10 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$36
4 - 5 min

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Sankat Mochan Hanuman Mandir
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$11
8 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$27

Budget breakdown: $1136 In total

Activities & Food:$1114
Transport:$22