Family Friendly Itinerary in Banaras

Day 1: Sarnath & Varanasi City

Banaras, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel to fuel up for the exploration ahead.
Have breakfast at your hotel.
Included in hotel package, 1 hour

9:00AM

Sarnath Excursion

Visit Sarnath, an important Buddhist pilgrimage site where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon. Explore the ancient ruins and visit the Dhamek Stupa.
Take a taxi from your hotel to Sarnath. It is about 10 kilometres away and takes around 30 minutes.
INR 200 for taxi ride, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Local Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant near Sarnath, savoring authentic Indian cuisine.
Have lunch at a nearby restaurant in Sarnath.
INR 500, 1 hour

1:30PM

Explore Varanasi City

Head back to Varanasi and explore the bustling streets, visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, take a boat ride on the Ganges River, and witness the mesmerising Ganga Aarti ceremony in the evening.
Take a taxi from Sarnath back to Varanasi city. It takes around 45 minutes.
INR 300 for taxi ride, 4 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at Local Restaurant

End your day with a scrumptious dinner at a local restaurant in Varanasi, trying out some traditional North Indian dishes.
Have dinner at a restaurant in Varanasi city.
INR 700, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Assi Ghat & Local Markets

Banaras, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, preparing for a day of exploration.
Have breakfast at your hotel.
Included in hotel package, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Assi Ghat

Explore the serene Assi Ghat, take a boat ride on the Ganges, and witness the morning rituals performed by locals.
Take a short taxi ride from your hotel to Assi Ghat. It is approximately 3 kilometres away and takes around 15 minutes.
INR 100 for taxi ride, 2 hours

12:00PM

Shopping at Local Markets

Spend the afternoon exploring the vibrant local markets of Banaras, shop for traditional silk sarees, jewellery, and handicrafts.
Take a taxi from Assi Ghat to the local markets. It is a short ride of about 10 minutes.
INR 50 for taxi ride, 3 hours

3:00PM

Lunch at Local Eatery

Indulge in a delicious lunch at a local eatery, trying out street food delicacies unique to Banaras.
Have lunch at a nearby eatery in the market area.
INR 300, 1 hour

4:00PM

Continue Shopping

Explore more of the local markets, haggling with vendors for the best deals on souvenirs and gifts.
Continue exploring the markets on foot.
Variable, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Local Restaurant

End your day with a delightful dinner at a local restaurant, reminiscing about your time in Banaras.
Head to a nearby restaurant in the market area for dinner.
INR 600, 1.5 hours
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