Shoestring Budget 3-Day Manmad to Varanasi Itinerary in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Aurangabad
    1 hour 27 minutes (68.5 km) from Manmad

    Start your trip by visiting the Ajanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. These caves are renowned for their beautiful carvings and paintings that depict the life of Buddha. Afterward, head to the Bibi Ka Maqbara, a tomb that resembles the Taj Mahal, and explore the history and architecture of the site. Before leaving Aurangabad, take a stroll through the Aurangabad Caves, which feature intricate carvings and rock-cut temples.

  2. Day 2: Allahabad
    10 hours 30 minutes (612.9 km) from Aurangabad

    Visit Allahabad Fort, built by Emperor Akbar in 1583, and explore the three great monuments inside - Ashoka Pillar, Saraswati Kup, and Akshayavat. Then head to Anand Bhavan, the former residence of the Nehru family, which now serves as a museum that showcases the life of India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru. Finally, don't miss the Allahabad Museum, where you can learn about the history of the region.

  3. Day 3: Varanasi
    3 hours (128.7 km) from Allahabad

    Start your day by watching the sunrise over the Ganges River at the Dashashwamedh Ghat, one of the oldest and busiest ghats in Varanasi. Take a boat ride on the river and explore the city's narrow alleys and markets. Head to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most famous Hindu temples in India, followed by a visit to the Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum, which houses a vast collection of ancient Indian art and artifacts. End your day by attending the Ganga Aarti ceremony, a daily ritual that takes place at the Dashashwamedh Ghat.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Ajanta Caves (2-3 hours, ₹40-600)
  • Bibi Ka Maqbara (1-2 hours, ₹15-450)
  • Aurangabad Caves (1-2 hours, ₹15-250)
  • Allahabad Fort (1-2 hours, ₹15-250)
  • Anand Bhavan (1-2 hours, ₹5-50)
  • Allahabad Museum (1-2 hours, ₹5-50)
  • Kashi Vishwanath Temple (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum (1-2 hours, ₹5-50)
  • Boat Ride on the Ganges (1-2 hours, ₹100-500)
  • Ganga Aarti ceremony (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹240-2100
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