Sacred Journey: Varanasi & Ayodhya

Johnny Liver

15 Jan 2024

Embark on a spiritual adventure through the holy cities of Varanasi and Ayodhya. Discover ancient temples, witness enchanting rituals, and savor local delicacies. Join us on this transformative journey of a lifetime!

Trip to Varanasi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Divine Delights in Varanasi

$40

$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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12 - 17 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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13 - 16 min

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Palatial ghat made from stone in 1780 by the Bhosale family during the rule of the Maratha Empire.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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15 - 18 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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15 - 18 min

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

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$10

26 - 32 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 2Serenity by the Ghats

$26

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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2 - 3 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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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.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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2 - 3 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

4 - 6 min

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

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 3Temples and Tastebuds

$29

$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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12 - 15 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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27 - 33 min

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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

26 - 32 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 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.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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23 - 28 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Day 4Mystical Encounters in Varanasi

$33

$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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3 - 4 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.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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26 - 32 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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26 - 32 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Budget breakdown: $192 In total

Activities & Food:$183

Transport:$10

Trip to Ayodhya

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Divine Delights in Varanasi

$18

$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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21 - 26 min

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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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3 - 4 min

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10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

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12 - 17 min

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11:45 AM - 12:15 PM

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Day 2Serenity by the Ghats

$17

$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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22 - 27 min

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9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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5 - 6 min

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Sri Ram Vallabha Kunj Janki Ghat Ayodhya Ji

Temple complex dedicated to Rama, with bright red exterior walls & lavishly garlanded statues.

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

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Day 3Temples and Tastebuds

$21

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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20 - 24 min

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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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11 - 14 min

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Prominent temple to Lord Hanuman with many steps leading to its entrance & a large statue.

10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

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16 - 20 min

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Peaceful Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Rama, with colorful buildings, a large pool & many monkeys.

11:45 AM - 12:45 PM

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Budget breakdown: $192 In total

Activities & Food:$183

Transport:$10