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7 Days in Varanasi: A Journey of Spirituality and Serenity

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12 Jan 2024

Embark on a soul-stirring adventure through the ancient city of Varanasi, where spirituality and serenity converge. Discover hidden gems, witness breathtaking rituals, and immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of this mystical destination. Join us on this 7-day journey of a lifetime!

Trip to Varanasi

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Day 1Vegan Delights and Sacred Wonders
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$85

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$ 2

Vegan and Raw
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
10 - 15 min

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Shri Satyanarayan Tulsi Manas Mandir
Stately Hindu temple with white marble construction, landscaped gardens & numerous engravings.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
9 - 11 min

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TARA TOURS
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$5
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.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$10
2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$40
Day 2Unveiling the Secrets of Benares
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$94

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$ 2

Benares
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
15 - 18 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
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$8
27 - 33 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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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$40
Day 3Culinary Delights and Divine Encounters
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$73

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$ 2

Chandan Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$32
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
42 - 51 min

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Alamgir Masjid
Mughal-style, 17th-century mosque with 3 huge domes & steps nearby for ritual bathing in the Ganges.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$5
9 - 11 min

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New Star Hotel
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36
Day 4Art, History, and Spiritual Awakening
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$88

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$ 2

Zoe Cafe and Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$32
16 - 20 min

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Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum
University museum focused on art & archeology, with sculptures, paintings, jewelry, textiles & more.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$20
23 - 28 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.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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New Star Hotel
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36
Day 5Gastronomic Adventures and Sacred Sights
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$75

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$ 1

Sri Annapurna
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
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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$5
13 - 16 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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$10
7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$40
Day 6From Ancient Temples to Tranquil Gardens
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$106

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$ 1

Baati Chokha
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
27 - 33 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
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$8
12 - 18 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
2 - 3 min

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Garden of Spiritual Wisdom
Picturesque gardens offering tranquil pathways amid lush surrounds & spiritual sculptures.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$5
8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$52
Day 7Indulging in Kebab Delights and Buddhist Heritage
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$103

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$ 1

The Great Kebab Factory
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
23 - 28 min

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Dharmarajika Stupa
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$5
8 - 11 min

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Mulagandha Kuti Vihar
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$10
7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$52

Budget breakdown: $635 In total

Activities & Food:$624
Transport:$11