A 5-Day Adventure in Varanasi: Discover the Spiritual Capital of India

Uday Kumar

17 Nov 2023

Embark on a journey to Varanasi, the spiritual capital of India, and explore its sacred temples, serene parks, and vibrant markets. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and traditions of this ancient city as you visit iconic landmarks and indulge in delicious local cuisine. Join us on this 5-day adventure and experience the magic of Varanasi.

Trip to Varanasi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$16

$ 1

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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3 - 4 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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9 - 14 min

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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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4 - 5 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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8 - 11 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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25 - 30 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Day 2

$20

$ 1

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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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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28 - 34 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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28 - 34 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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28 - 34 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Day 3

$16

$ 2

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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11 - 14 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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9 - 14 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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14 - 17 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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16 - 20 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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26 - 32 min

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

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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15 - 18 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 4

$19

$ 1

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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22 - 27 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Historic 1700s observatory attached to a palace, offering views of the Ganges River from its roof.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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2 - 3 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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1 - 2 min

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3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 5

$12

$ 1

Palm-shaded park overlooking ghat steps on the Ganges bank, with a statue of Hindu guru Ravidas.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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10 - 12 min

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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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8 - 12 min

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Maharaja Harishchandra Ghat - Burning Ghat

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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12 - 15 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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3 - 4 min

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

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Budget breakdown: $85 In total

Activities & Food:$82

Transport:$4