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5 Days in Varanasi: A Journey of Spiritual Awakening

CA ANILKUMAR KARWA

25 Nov 2023

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Embark on a soul-stirring adventure through the mystical city of Varanasi. Discover ancient temples, serene ghats, and mouthwatering street food. Immerse yourself in the spiritual essence of this sacred destination.

Trip to Varanasi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Divine Delights and Cultural Wonders

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$8

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$ 1

Brown Bread Bakery

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$3

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

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Gyanvapi Mosque

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$1

12 - 17 min

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Sri Annapurna

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$3

Day 2Art, Architecture, and Serenity

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$10

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$ 1

Capsicum

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$1

11 - 14 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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$5

14 - 17 min

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Directions

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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$3

14 - 17 min

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Dashashwamedh Ghat

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

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Shree Cafe

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$1

Day 3Lassi, Forts, and Stupas

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$14

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$ 1

Pahelawan Lassi Bhandar

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

11 - 14 min

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Directions

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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$2

40 - 48 min

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Chaukhandi Stupa

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$1

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Green Hut Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$6

Day 4Gastronomic Delights and Fun-filled Excursions

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$16

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$ 1

Sri Annapurna

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$3

14 - 17 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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$5

14 - 17 min

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Garden of Spiritual Wisdom

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$1

8 - 12 min

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Green Hut Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$6

Day 5Enlightenment and Eternal Flames

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$14

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$ 1

Baati Chokha

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$1

27 - 33 min

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Sarnath Buddhist Temple

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$2

8 - 12 min

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Dhamekh Stupa, Sarnath

Circular stone 43m-tall Buddhist shrine with bird & script carvings, dating back to 500 CE.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$4

31 - 38 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.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$3

6 - 9 min

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Blue Lassi

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$4

Budget breakdown: $61 In total

Activities & Food:$59

Transport:$3