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5 Days in Varanasi: A Journey of Spiritual Awakening

Shashi Bhushan Kumar

15 Jan 2024

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Embark on a soul-stirring adventure through the ancient city of Varanasi, where spirituality and culture intertwine. Discover hidden gems, indulge in local delicacies, and witness mesmerizing rituals along the sacred Ganges River. Join us on this transformative journey!

Trip to Varanasi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Divine Temples and Heavenly Delights

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$45

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$ 1

Bread of Life Bakery

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

4 - 6 min

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TARA TOURS

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$3

7 - 9 min

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Man Singh Observatory

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$5

5 - 8 min

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Shree Kashi Vishwanath Mahadev temple

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$13

4 - 6 min

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New Star Hotel

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$6

6 - 9 min

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Nepali Temple

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

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$5

8 - 11 min

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Madhur Milan Cafe

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$8

Day 2Serenity by the Ghats and Artistic Marvels

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$31

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$ 2

Filo Cafe

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$2

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

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Rana Mahal Ghat

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$5

12 - 15 min

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Keshari Ruchikar Byanjan

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$12

29 - 35 min

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Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum

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

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$10

14 - 17 min

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Vegan and Raw

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$2

Day 3Spiritual Exploration and Cultural Immersion

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$26

Shree Cafe

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

3 - 4 min

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Manmandir Sri Someshwara Swamy Temple

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$3

4 - 6 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.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Madhur Milan Cafe

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$8

8 - 11 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.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$5

11 - 16 min

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Phulwari Restaurant and Sami Cafe

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$2

Day 4Ancient Wisdom and Tranquil Monasteries

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$28

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$ 2

Baati Chokha

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

26 - 32 min

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Garden of Spiritual Wisdom

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$3

2 - 3 min

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Chaukhandi Stupa

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$3

8 - 11 min

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Tibetan Buddhist Monastery

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$3

28 - 34 min

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Raga Cafe

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$6

26 - 32 min

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Sarnath Buddhist Temple

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

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$4

8 - 11 min

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Dharmarajika Stupa

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$3

27 - 33 min

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Phulwari Restaurant and Sami Cafe

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$2

Day 5Sacred Mosques and Culinary Delights

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$32

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$ 2

Sri Annapurna

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$2

12 - 17 min

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Gyanvapi Mosque

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$3

26 - 32 min

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Vishwa Shanti Stupa

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$5

8 - 11 min

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Mulagandha Kuti Vihar

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$5

27 - 33 min

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Phulwari Restaurant and Sami Cafe

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$2

23 - 28 min

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Dhamekh Stupa, Sarnath

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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$8

29 - 35 min

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Saffron Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$8

Budget breakdown: $168 In total

Activities & Food:$162

Transport:$6