7-Day Itinerary for Varanasi

1. Day 1: Dashashwamedh Ghat
   30-minute drive from Varanasi Junction railway station

   Visit the Dashashwamedh Ghat at sunset for the daily Ganga Aarti ceremony.

2. Day 2: Sarnath
   30-minute drive from Varanasi Junction railway station

   Explore the ancient Sarnath complex to learn about the history of Buddhism in India.

3. Day 3: Manikarnika Ghat
   15-minute drive from Sarnath

   Witness the rituals surrounding death at the Manikarnika Ghat, one of the oldest and most revered ghats in Varanasi.

4. Day 4: Ramnagar Fort
   30-minute drive from Manikarnika Ghat

   Visit the Ramnagar Fort, a beautiful 17th-century Mughal-style fort and museum with a collection of vintage cars, royal carriages, and weapons.

5. Day 5: Kashi Vishwanath Temple
   10-minute walk from Dashashwamedh Ghat

   Take a tour of the ancient Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most important Shiva temples in India.

6. Day 6: Bharat Mata Mandir
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   15-minute drive from Kashi Vishwanath Temple

   Visit the unique Bharat Mata Mandir dedicated to Mother India and showcasing a large map of India in marble.

7. Day 7: Assi Ghat
   10-minute drive from Bharat Mata Mandir

   Watch the sunrise from the mystical Assi Ghat, explore the nearby markets and enjoy a boat ride on the river Ganges.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Dashashwamedh Ghat (2 hours, free)
• Sarnath (3 hours, ₹250 per person)
• Manikarnika Ghat (1 hour, free)
• Ramnagar Fort (2 hours, ₹100 per person)
• Kashi Vishwanath Temple (1 hour, free)
• Bharat Mata Mandir (1 hour, free)
• Assi Ghat (2 hours, boat ride ₹500 per person)
Total Estimated Costs: ₹850 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the nearby villages of Chunar or Vindhyachal. If you have less time, prioritize visiting the Dashashwamedh Ghat and the Kashi Vishwanath Temple.