Varanasi: A Journey of Spirituality and Culture

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4 Nov 2023

Embark on a 3-day adventure to Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. Explore ancient temples, witness sacred rituals, and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of this spiritual city.

Trip to Varanasi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$42

$ 3

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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$12

14 - 17 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$15

15 - 18 min

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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$15

6 - 9 min

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Landmark riverside temple to Shiva, known for its 18th-century gold-plated spire and sacred well.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 2

$50

$ 2

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

7 - 10 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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$15

29 - 35 min

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

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$23

9 - 14 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$12

Day 3

$68

$ 2

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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$30

13 - 16 min

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Archeological museum with many artifacts excavated at Sarnath dating from the 3rd century BCE.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$23

10 - 15 min

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Public classes & workshops for classical Indian language, philosophy, healing arts & meditation.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$15

Budget breakdown: $165 In total

Activities & Food:$159

Transport:$6