4 Days in Varanasi: Unveiling the Spiritual Essence

Harishankar Girre

5 Jan 2024

Embark on a soul-stirring journey through the ancient city of Varanasi, where spirituality and culture intertwine. Discover the hidden gems, witness captivating rituals, and immerse yourself in the divine aura of this sacred destination.

Trip to Varanasi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Ramnagar Fort - A Glimpse into Royalty

$12

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

Day 2Dashashwamedh Ghat & Chaukhandi Stupa - Embracing the Sacred Waters and Serene Serenity

$ 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

52 - 63 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Day 3Sarnath Buddhist Temple & Sarnath Museum - Tracing the Footsteps of Lord Buddha

$35

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$12

8 - 12 min

Directions

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$23

Day 4Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple - Seeking Blessings at the Holiest Shrine

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

Budget breakdown: $56 In total

Activities & Food:$54

Transport:$2