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

Ansa Joymon

Ansa Joymon

10 Nov 2023

Embark on a journey to Varanasi, the enchanting city of Uttar Pradesh, India. Discover ancient temples, indulge in delicious cuisine, and experience the vibrant culture of this spiritual capital.

Day 1
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$51

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$ 1

Pearl Courtyard

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Benares
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$10
4 - 6 min

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Bhadaini Ghat
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$5
4 - 6 min

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Chatni restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$18
4 - 6 min

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Salt and Pepper
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18
Day 2
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$66

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$ 2

Pearl Courtyard

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Baati Chokha
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
22 - 27 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
$4
3 - 4 min

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Vaishali Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$18
6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$26
Day 3
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$52

Pearl Courtyard

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

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Brown Bread Bakery
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
3 - 4 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
Free
2 - 3 min

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Megu Cafe
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$18
5 - 8 min

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Ganga Fuji Restaraunt
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18
Day 4
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$60

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$ 2

Pearl Courtyard

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Vegan and Raw
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
13 - 16 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
$4
7 - 10 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$22
12 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18
Day 5
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$52

Pearl Courtyard

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 min

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Chandan Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$10
2 - 3 min

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Dashashwamedh Ghat
Bustling riverside steps down to the Ganges River, used for religious rituals daily.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
4 - 5 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$22
4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$20

Budget breakdown: $286 In total

Activities & Food:$281
Transport:$5