From Hyderabad to Varanasi in July 2023

1. Day 1: Charminar
   25 minutes (8.7 km) from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport

   Visit Hyderabad's iconic monument, Charminar, built in 1591. This historical structure is known for its four minarets and offers a panoramic view of the city from the top.

2. Day 2: Golconda Fort
   30 minutes (14.6 km) from Charminar

   Visit the fortified citadel and royal palace of the Qutb Shahi dynasty, Golconda Fort. Known for its acoustic system, the fort offers an enchanting sound and light show in the evenings.

3. Day 3: Salar Jung Museum
   15 minutes (6.2 km) from Golconda Fort

   Explore one of the largest one-man collections of antiques, Salar Jung Museum. With over 40 galleries, the museum houses a vast collection of art, sculptures, textiles, manuscripts, and more.

4. Day 4: Ganga Aarti Ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat
   25 minutes (6.8 km) from Varanasi Junction Railway Station

   Attend the Ganga Aarti Ceremony, a Hindu ritual worshiping the Ganges river, at the Dashashwamedh Ghat. The ceremony is performed by seven priests, and it is a sight to behold when hundreds of lamps are lit, and the river reflects the light.

5. Day 5: Sarnath
   20 minutes (11.7 km) from Dashashwamedh Ghat

   Visit the ancient Buddhist site, Sarnath, where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon. The site houses several stupas, temples, and monasteries, including the famous Dhamek Stupa.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Charminar (1 hour, free)
• Golconda Fort (2 hours, INR 50 for Indian Nationals, INR 200 for Foreign Nationals)
• Salar Jung Museum (2-3 hours, INR 20 for Indian Nationals, INR 500 for Foreign Nationals)
• Ganga Aarti Ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat (1 hour, free)
• Sarnath (2-3 hours, INR 10 for Indian Nationals, INR 250 for Foreign Nationals)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 280 for Indian Nationals, INR 950 for Foreign Nationals