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7 Days in Varanasi: A Spiritual Journey

B_02_Prem Ardak

19 Dec 2023

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Embark on a soul-stirring adventure through the ancient city of Varanasi, where spirituality and history intertwine. Immerse yourself in the sacred Garden of Spiritual Wisdom and witness the serenity of the Sarnath Buddhist Temple. Uncover the secrets of Mulagandha Kuti Vihar and marvel at the architectural beauty of Chaukhandi Stupa. Explore the Dhamekh Stupa in Sarnath and be awed by the grandeur of the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Discover the mystical Manikarnika Ghat and witness the celestial Dashashwamedh Ghat. Join us on this transformative journey of a lifetime!

Trip to Varanasi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Serenity and Enlightenment

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$4

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$ 1

New hotel yatri niwas

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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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

13 - 20 min

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Sarnath Buddhist Temple

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$2

Day 2Ancient Temples and Spiritual Sites

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$5

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$ 1

New hotel yatri niwas

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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Mulagandha Kuti Vihar

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$3

12 - 18 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

22 - 27 min

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Gyanvapi Mosque

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$1

Day 3Exploring Sacred Stupas and Mosques

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$5

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$ 1

New hotel yatri niwas

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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Dhamekh Stupa, Sarnath

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$4

26 - 32 min

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Alamgir Masjid

Mughal-style, 17th-century mosque with 3 huge domes & steps nearby for ritual bathing in the Ganges.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$1

Day 4Divine Encounters and Nepali Architecture

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$3

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$ 1

New hotel yatri niwas

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 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.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Nepali Temple

Commissioned by an exiled 19th-century Nepalese king, this terracotta temple is dedicated to Shiva.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$3

Day 5Immersion in Sacred Rituals and Astronomical Wonders

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$5

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$ 1

New hotel yatri niwas

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 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.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$3

6 - 9 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 6Unveiling the Royal Legacy at Ramnagar Fort

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$2

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$ 1

New hotel yatri niwas

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

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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

Day 7Witnessing the Celestial Spectacle at Dashashwamedh Ghat

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$0

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$ 1

New hotel yatri niwas

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Directions

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

Budget breakdown: $27 In total

Activities & Food:$23

Transport:$4