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Cultural Immersion in Varanasi for Senior Citizen Couple

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Day 1: Sarnath and Varanasi Ghats

Varanasi, India

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a traditional Indian breakfast at your hotel.
At your hotel
Included in accommodation, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Visit Sarnath

Explore the sacred site of Sarnath, where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon. Marvel at the Dhamek Stupa and visit the Sarnath Archaeological Museum.
Sarnath is approximately 13 km from Varanasi city centre. You can hire a taxi for a 30-minute ride.
INR 200 for taxi, 3 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious vegetarian lunch at a local restaurant in Sarnath.
Near Sarnath
INR 500, 1 hour

2:30 PM

Explore Varanasi Ghats

Head back to Varanasi and take a leisurely walk along the ghats by the Ganges River. Witness the spiritual rituals and daily life activities.
From Sarnath to Varanasi Ghats, it's a 30-minute taxi ride.
INR 200 for taxi, 2 hours

5:00 PM

Dinner at a Riverside Restaurant

Enjoy a serene dinner with a view of the Ganges at a riverside restaurant.
Near Varanasi Ghats
INR 800, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Temples and Ganga Aarti

Varanasi, India

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel.
At your hotel
Included in accommodation, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Explore one of the most famous temples in Varanasi, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Experience the spiritual atmosphere and intricate architecture.
From your hotel to the temple, it's a 20-minute taxi ride.
INR 150 for taxi, 2 hours

12:00 PM

Lunch at a Traditional Eatery

Enjoy a traditional North Indian thali for lunch at a local eatery near the temple.
Near Kashi Vishwanath Temple
INR 300, 1 hour

2:00 PM

Explore other Temples

Visit other significant temples in Varanasi like Durga Temple, Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, and Tulsi Manas Temple.
Short distances between temples, can be covered on foot.
Free, 2 hours

5:30 PM

Experience Ganga Aarti

Witness the mesmerising Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat. Be part of this spiritual spectacle by the Ganges River.
Short walk from the temples to Dashashwamedh Ghat.
Free, 1.5 hours

7:30 PM

Dinner at a Local Restaurant

Conclude your day with a delightful dinner at a local restaurant, savouring traditional flavours of Varanasi.
Near Dashashwamedh Ghat
INR 600, 1.5 hours
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