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5 Days in Varanasi: Unveiling the Spiritual Essence

Sandeep Jyoti

16 Jan 2024

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Embark on a soul-stirring journey through the ancient city of Varanasi, where spirituality and culture intertwine. Discover sacred temples, witness mesmerizing rituals, and savor the flavors of authentic cuisine. Join us as we explore the mystical charm of Varanasi!

Trip to Varanasi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Divine Delights and Riverside Reverence

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$60

Ganpanti Restaurant

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Manikarnika Ghat - Manikarnika Mahashamshan Ghat

One of the city's oldest ghats, this iconic site is a storied spot for traditional Hindu cremations.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$10

2 - 3 min

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Nepali Temple

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$10

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Niyati Cafe

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

2 - 3 min

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New Star Hotel

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 2Spiritual Wisdom and Serene Stupas

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$64

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$ 2

Baati Chokha

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

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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$5

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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$5

12 - 18 min

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Mulagandha Kuti Vihar

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$10

7 - 10 min

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Green Hut Restaurant

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$24

26 - 32 min

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Sri Annapurna

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$16

Day 3Tantalizing Tandoori and Enlightening Temples

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$64

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$ 3

Tandoori villa

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

26 - 32 min

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Directions

Japanese Temple

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$5

7 - 10 min

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Sarnath Buddhist Temple

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 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.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$15

26 - 32 min

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Sri Annapurna

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$16

10 - 12 min

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Blue Lassi

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$4

Day 4Heritage Walk and Artistic Encounters

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$73

·

$ 4

Kachaudi Gali

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

8 - 10 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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$5

34 - 41 min

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Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$20

13 - 16 min

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Open Hand Shop and Cafe

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

14 - 17 min

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Keshari Ruchikar Byanjan

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 5Ganges Glory and Temple Trails

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$24

Filo Cafe

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

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

7 - 10 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.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Blue Lassi

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$4

5 - 8 min

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New Star Hotel

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Budget breakdown: $294 In total

Activities & Food:$285

Transport:$9