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Varanasi: A Journey of Spiritual Awakening

Raju Sharma

Raju Sharma

23 Oct 2023

Embark on a 3-day adventure to Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India, and immerse yourself in the spiritual essence of this ancient city. Explore sacred temples, witness mesmerizing ghats, and indulge in delicious local cuisine.

Trip to Varanasi

Day 1
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$27

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$ 2

Rahi Tourist Bungalow, Varanasi

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Kachaudi Gali
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$6
12 - 15 min

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Namo Ghat / Khidkiya Ghat
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$5
13 - 16 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.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
1 - 2 min

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Street Bite
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$6
3 - 4 min

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Megu Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$10
Day 2
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$25

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$ 2

Rahi Tourist Bungalow, Varanasi

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Ganpanti Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$2
4 - 5 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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$5
28 - 34 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
$4
3 - 4 min

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Vaishali Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$12
6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$2
Day 3
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$24

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$ 2

Rahi Tourist Bungalow, Varanasi

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Capsicum
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$8
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
$4
26 - 32 min

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Dashashwamedh Ghat
Bustling riverside steps down to the Ganges River, used for religious rituals daily.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
4 - 5 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$8
1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$4

Budget breakdown: $82 In total

Activities & Food:$76
Transport:$6