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Sacred Serenity: A Spiritual Journey Through Varanasi

Chandan Mittal

26 Dec 2023

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Embark on a soul-stirring adventure through the ancient city of Varanasi, where spirituality and culture intertwine. Discover sacred temples, serene ghats, and historical landmarks that will leave you in awe. Join us on this 4-day itinerary as we delve into the heart of India's spiritual capital.

Trip to Varanasi

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Day 1Divine Encounters - Temples and Mosques

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$15

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$ 3

Hotel Ganga Garden

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 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.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Gyanvapi Mosque

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$5

19 - 23 min

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Shri Satyanarayan Tulsi Manas Mandir

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$10

Day 2Enlightenment Unveiled - Stupas and Pillars

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$33

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$ 2

Hotel Ganga Garden

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

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Chaukhandi Stupa

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$5

12 - 18 min

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Sarnath Buddhist Temple

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$8

8 - 12 min

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Dhamekh Stupa, Sarnath

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$15

5 - 8 min

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Ashoka Pillar

Glass enclosure containing sandstone remains of an ancient column built by Emperor Ashoka.

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$5

Day 3Artistic Treasures and Riverside Reverence

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$20

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$ 3

Hotel Ganga Garden

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$20

23 - 28 min

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Dashashwamedh Ghat

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Eternal Flames and Majestic Forts

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$18

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$ 3

Hotel Ganga Garden

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 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.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$10

24 - 29 min

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Ramnagar Fort

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$8

Budget breakdown: $97 In total

Activities & Food:$86

Transport:$11