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Spiritual Serenity in Varanasi & Beyond Itinerary
Last updated: 2024 Jun 14Glimpses of Varanasi's Spiritual Essence
Morning
Begin your spiritual journey with a serene Varanasi Sunrise Boat Ride w/ Ghats & Morning Rituals. After the boat ride, visit the sacred Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple) to experience the morning prayers.
Afternoon
For lunch, savor the local flavors at Deena Chaat Bhandar, known for its authentic street food. Afterward, take a Varanasi- Morning Varanasi Short Tour with Boat Ride to explore the city's main ghats.
Evening
Witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat as the day comes to a close. For dinner, enjoy a peaceful meal at Shree Cafe with a view of the Ganges.
Bedtime
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4.71Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple)
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3.00Varanasi- Morning Varanasi Short Tour with Boat Ride
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4.78Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat
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Sarnath: Path of the Buddha
Morning
Embark on a Varanasi Private Fully-Day Tour with Sarnath and Boat Ride to explore the ancient ruins of Sarnath, where Buddha first taught the Dharma.
Afternoon
Enjoy a traditional Indian thali for lunch at Kashi Chat Bhandar. Afterward, visit the Dhamek Stupa and the Chaukhandi Stupa.
Evening
Return to Varanasi and relax at Lotus Lounge with a cup of their signature tea.
Bedtime
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City of Light and Liberation
Morning
Explore the Varanasi Ghats (Banaras Ghats) with a Guided Excursion to Buddhist Trail (Tour of Sarnath).
Afternoon
For a late lunch, head to Blue Lassi and try their famous lassis. Afterward, visit the Manikarnika Ghat and take a Manikarnika Ghat Tour (Varanasi Cremation Tour) to understand the cycle of life and death in Hinduism.
Evening
Experience a more intimate Ganga Aarti with a local guide on the Sunset in Varanasi Tour with a local with free Ganga Aarti. Enjoy a peaceful dinner at Pizzeria Vaatika Cafe overlooking the river.
Bedtime
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Ayodhya: Land of Lord Rama
Morning
Take a 1 Day Ayodhya Tour from Varanasi Airport to explore the sacred city of Ayodhya, associated with the birth of Lord Rama. Visit the Pillars of Ashoka and the Chakravyuh Bhairav Mandir.
Afternoon
Enjoy a traditional Ayodhya meal at a local restaurant. Visit the Hanuman Garhi and the Kanak Bhawan.
Evening
Witness the evening aarti at the Nageshwarnath Temple. Return to Varanasi for a late dinner at Bhainsa Kund Chai Wala.
Bedtime
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Confluence of Rivers and Faiths
Morning
Travel to Prayagraj for a Prayagraj City Tour, where the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers meet. Visit the Triveni Sangam and take a holy dip.
Afternoon
Enjoy a traditional Prayagraj thali for lunch. Visit the Allahabad Fort and the Anand Bhavan.
Evening
Explore the local markets before heading back to Varanasi. Have a farewell dinner at Blue Lassi with a variety of their sweet and savory lassis.
Bedtime
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