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5 Days in Varanasi: A Journey of Spiritual Awakening

Samiksha Gupta

17 Jan 2024

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Embark on a soul-stirring adventure through the ancient city of Varanasi, where spirituality and culture intertwine. Immerse yourself in the sacred temples, witness breathtaking ghats, and savor the flavors of authentic cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable experience that will leave you enlightened and inspired.

Trip to Varanasi

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Day 1Unveiling the Mysteries of Sarnath

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$34

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$ 1

Baati Chokha

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

25 - 30 min

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Chaukhandi Stupa

This historical Buddhist stupa features a sizable mound with a brick base & octagonal tower.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$3

11 - 16 min

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Dhamekh Stupa, Sarnath

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$8

4 - 6 min

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Green Hut Restaurant

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$6

26 - 32 min

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Sri Annapurna

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$12

Day 2Serenity and Enlightenment in Sarnath

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$29

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$ 2

Tandoori villa

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$2

26 - 32 min

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Sarnath Buddhist Temple

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$4

13 - 20 min

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Garden of Spiritual Wisdom

Picturesque gardens offering tranquil pathways amid lush surrounds & spiritual sculptures.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$3

24 - 29 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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$3

12 - 17 min

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Sri Annapurna

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$12

10 - 12 min

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Blue Lassi

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$6

Day 3Divine Encounters and Artistic Marvels

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$30

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$ 2

Brown Bread Bakery

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

2 - 3 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.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum

University museum focused on art & archeology, with sculptures, paintings, jewelry, textiles & more.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$10

13 - 16 min

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Open Hand Shop and Cafe

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$8

14 - 17 min

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Keshari Ruchikar Byanjan

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$4

Day 4Exploring the Essence of Varanasi

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$25

Ganpanti Restaurant

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

3 - 4 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

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$5

9 - 14 min

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Blue Lassi

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$6

7 - 10 min

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Niyati Cafe

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$8

Day 5Fortresses, Ghats, and Culinary Delights

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$16

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$ 1

Capsicum

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$2

12 - 15 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

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$4

24 - 29 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

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Shree Cafe

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$2

2 - 3 min

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Niyati Cafe

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$8

Budget breakdown: $139 In total

Activities & Food:$134

Transport:$5