Sacred Journey: Exploring the Spiritual Marvels of Varanasi

Keval Mhatre

27 Dec 2023

Embark on a soul-stirring adventure through the ancient city of Varanasi, where spirituality and culture intertwine. Discover majestic temples, serene ghats, and historical landmarks that will leave you in awe. Join us on this 5-day journey to immerse yourself in the spiritual essence of Varanasi.

Trip to Varanasi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Divine Temples and Majestic Forts

$14

$ 2

Ganga Guest House | Revolution Varanasi

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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14 - 17 min

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Sandstone fort & royal residence with a museum that has vintage cars, costumes, an armory & more.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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26 - 32 min

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Day 2Witness the Enchanting Ganga Aarti and Dive into Art

$10

$ 1

Ganga Guest House | Revolution Varanasi

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 8 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$10

Day 3Seek Blessings at Sacred Temples and Experience the Circle of Life

$ 1

Ganga Guest House | Revolution Varanasi

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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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

5 - 8 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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Day 4Unveiling the Historical Gems of Varanasi

$12

$ 2

Ganga Guest House | Revolution Varanasi

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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24 - 29 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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13 - 20 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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24 - 29 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Day 5Tranquility and Enlightenment in Sarnath

$20

$ 1

Ganga Guest House | Revolution Varanasi

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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11 - 16 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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9 - 14 min

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11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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8 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Budget breakdown: $67 In total

Activities & Food:$61

Transport:$6