Varanasi Cultural Immersion and Foodie Experience

Day 1: Old Varanasi Exploration

Varanasi, India on March 6, 2024

2:30PM

Check-in at Hotel

After arriving in Varanasi by train, head to your hotel for check-in and some rest.
Take a pre-paid auto-rickshaw from Varanasi Railway Station to your hotel. It takes about 30 minutes.
INR 200, 1 hour

4:00PM

Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Start your cultural immersion by visiting the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the holiest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Walk to the temple from your hotel, it's a short distance.
Free entry, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Enjoy Street Food at Dashashwamedh Gali

Experience the vibrant street food scene at Dashashwamedh Gali, tasting local delicacies like chaat, lassi, and sweets.
Take a cycle rickshaw from Kashi Vishwanath Temple to Dashashwamedh Gali. It's a 10-minute ride.
INR 100, 1 hour

8:00PM

Attend Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat

Witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat, a spiritual and cultural experience not to be missed.
Walk to Dashashwamedh Ghat from Dashashwamedh Gali. It's a short walk.
Free entry, 1 hour
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Day 2: Temples and Ghats Exploration

Varanasi, India on March 7, 2024

9:00AM

Breakfast at Deena Chat Bhandar

Start your day with a delicious and authentic Varanasi breakfast at Deena Chat Bhandar, known for its flavorful chaat.
Walk or take a cycle rickshaw from your hotel to Deena Chat Bhandar. It's a 15-minute ride.
INR 150, 1 hour

10:30AM

Visit Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple

Explore the Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, dedicated to Lord Hanuman, and experience the peaceful atmosphere.
Take a cycle rickshaw from Deena Chat Bhandar to Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple. It's a 20-minute ride.
Free entry, 1 hour

12:00PM

Lunch at Baati Chokha

Enjoy a traditional North Indian lunch at Baati Chokha, known for its regional specialties like baati, chokha, and more.
Take a cycle rickshaw from Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple to Baati Chokha. It's a 15-minute ride.
INR 300, 1 hour

2:00PM

Explore Assi Ghat

Stroll along the serene Assi Ghat, known for its peaceful ambiance and spiritual significance.
Walk or take a cycle rickshaw from Baati Chokha to Assi Ghat. It's a 10-minute ride.
Free entry, 1 hour

4:00PM

Boat Ride on the Ganges

Experience a boat ride on the Ganges River, witnessing the mesmerizing ghats and rituals from the water.
Walk to the Ganges River from Assi Ghat for the boat ride. Boats are available there.
INR 200 (shared boat), 1 hour
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Day 3: Culinary Delights and Shopping

Varanasi, India on March 8, 2024

9:00AM

Breakfast at Blue Lassi Shop

Indulge in a variety of lassi flavors at the famous Blue Lassi Shop, a must-visit for lassi lovers.
Walk or take a cycle rickshaw from your hotel to Blue Lassi Shop. It's a 15-minute ride.
INR 100, 1 hour

10:30AM

Visit Banaras Hindu University (BHU)

Explore the sprawling campus of Banaras Hindu University (BHU), known for its educational and cultural significance.
Take a cycle rickshaw from Blue Lassi Shop to BHU. It's a 20-minute ride.
Free entry, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Pizzeria Vaatika Cafe

Enjoy a fusion meal at Pizzeria Vaatika Cafe, offering a mix of Italian and Indian flavors in a relaxed setting.
Take a cycle rickshaw from BHU to Pizzeria Vaatika Cafe. It's a 15-minute ride.
INR 400, 1 hour

3:00PM

Shop at Vishwanath Lane

Explore the bustling Vishwanath Lane for traditional handicrafts, silk sarees, jewelry, and souvenirs to take back home.
Walk from Pizzeria Vaatika Cafe to Vishwanath Lane for shopping.
Variable as per shopping, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Shree Cafe

Relish a vegetarian dinner at Shree Cafe, known for its homely ambiance and delicious North Indian cuisine.
Walk from Vishwanath Lane to Shree Cafe for dinner. It's a short walk.
INR 250, 1 hour
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