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4-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Varanasi, Kashi, and Ayodhya in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple
    16 minutes (4.3 km) from Varanasi Airport

    In the morning, visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most famous temples in India, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Enjoy the morning arti (worship with fire) at the temple. In the afternoon, visit the Sarnath Museum, which houses the famous Lion Capital of Ashoka. In the evening, take a walk on the Ghats and witness the grand Ganga Aarti, a spiritual ritual performed on the banks of the Ganges.

  2. Day 2: Explore Ayodhya
    2 hours (131 km) from Varanasi

    In the morning, visit Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, the birthplace of Lord Rama. Afterward, visit the Hanuman Garhi Temple and Kanak Bhawan Temple. In the afternoon, visit the Ayodhya Museum and Chakra Harji Vishnu Temple. In the evening, take a walk on the banks of river Sarayu.

  3. Day 3: Visit Dashashwamedh Ghat
    18 minutes (4.5 km) from Varanasi Airport

    In the morning, explore the streets of Varanasi, one of the oldest cities in the world. Have breakfast at a local restaurant. Afterward, visit the Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum, which houses a vast collection of paintings, sculptures, and other artifacts. In the evening, take a boat ride on the Ganges and watch the Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.

  4. Day 4: Visit Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple
    25 minutes (11.5 km) from Varanasi Airport

    In the morning, visit the Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, dedicated to Lord Hanuman. Afterward, visit the Durga Temple, the Tulsi Manas Temple, and the Banaras Hindu University. In the evening, go shopping for souvenirs at the local market.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, you can take a day trip to Allahabad, which is 3 hours (121 km) from Varanasi. You can also take a heritage walk in Varanasi, which will take you to some of the city's oldest and most significant buildings. To maximize your fun, try some street food, such as chaat, lassi, and paan. You can also take a yoga class or a cooking class to experience the local culture.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Kashi Vishwanath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Sarnath Museum (2 hours, INR 30)
  • Ganga Aarti (2 hours, free)
  • Ram Janmabhoomi Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Ayodhya Museum (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Boat Ride on the Ganges (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Durga Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Tulsi Manas Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Banaras Hindu University (2 hours, free)
  • Shopping for souvenirs (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 800

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