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7 Days in Varanasi: A Journey of Spiritual Awakening

Jose Alvinn

Jose Alvinn

21 Nov 2023

Embark on a soul-stirring adventure through the ancient city of Varanasi, where spirituality and culture intertwine. Discover hidden gems, witness mesmerizing rituals, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of this sacred destination.

Trip to Varanasi

Day 1Unveiling the Royal Legacy - Ramnagar Fort & Man Singh Observatory
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$5

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$ 1

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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$2
25 - 30 min

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Man Singh Observatory
Historic 1700s observatory attached to a palace, offering views of the Ganges River from its roof.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$3
Day 2A Glimpse into the Divine - Dashashwamedh Ghat & Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum
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$5

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$ 1

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
29 - 35 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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$5
Day 3Serenity Amidst Chaos - Sant Ravidas Smarak Park, Narad Ghat & Nepali Temple
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$7

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$ 1

Sant Ravidas Smarak Park
Palm-shaded park overlooking ghat steps on the Ganges bank, with a statue of Hindu guru Ravidas.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$1
13 - 16 min

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Narad Ghat
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$3
9 - 11 min

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Nepali Temple
Commissioned by an exiled 19th-century Nepalese king, this terracotta temple is dedicated to Shiva.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$3
Day 4Fun-filled Escapade - Varanasi Fun City
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$5

Varanasi Fun City
Small water park with slides, a wave pool & play fountains for splashing, plus animal statues.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$5
Day 5A Spiritual Odyssey - Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Alamgir Masjid & Gyanvapi Mosque
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$3

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$ 1

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
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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$1
11 - 14 min

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Gyanvapi Mosque
Venerable mosque on a historic site featuring traditional architecture with columns & domes.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$1
Day 6Enlightenment in Nature's Embrace - Garden of Spiritual Wisdom, Chaukhandi Stupa & Sarnath Buddhist Temple
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$5

Garden of Spiritual Wisdom
Picturesque gardens offering tranquil pathways amid lush surrounds & spiritual sculptures.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$1
2 - 3 min

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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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$1
12 - 18 min

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Sarnath Buddhist Temple
Expansive Buddhist temple complex with a museum, multiple shrines & an archaeological excavation.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$2
Day 7Relics of the Past - Mulagandha Kuti Vihar & Sarnath Museum
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$7

Mulagandha Kuti Vihar
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$3
8 - 12 min

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Sarnath Museum
Archeological museum with many artifacts excavated at Sarnath dating from the 3rd century BCE.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$4

Budget breakdown: $36 In total

Activities & Food:$34
Transport:$2