4 Days in Varanasi: A Spiritual Journey

Shashank Yadav

8 Mar 2024

Embark on a soul-stirring adventure through the spiritual capital of India. Discover ancient temples, serene ghats, and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Varanasi.

Trip to Varanasi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Divine Encounters at Tulsi Manas Mandir and Beniya Park

$60

$ 4

Stately Hindu temple with white marble construction, landscaped gardens & numerous engravings.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$18

16 - 20 min

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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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12 - 15 min

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Maharaja Harishchandra Ghat - Burning Ghat

No time set

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$18

6 - 9 min

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18th-century fortress-style palace with a terrace overlooking the river & stairs to the water.

No time set

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$18

Day 2Unveiling History at Ramnagar Fort and Sarnath Buddhist Temple

$28

$ 2

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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$14

51 - 62 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$14

Day 3Awe-Inspiring Rituals at 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 4Seeking Blessings at Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Manikarnika Ghat

$18

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

5 - 8 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.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$18

Budget breakdown: $111 In total

Activities & Food:$105

Transport:$6