Family-Friendly Varanasi Exploration

Day 1: Ganges River & Temples

Varanasi, India

6:00 AM

Morning Boat Ride on the Ganges River

Start your day with a serene boat ride along the sacred Ganges River, witnessing locals performing their morning rituals and offering prayers.
Head to Dashashwamedh Ghat and hire a boat, it takes 1 hour to reach Sarnath.
500 INR, 2 hours

9:00 AM

Visit Sarnath

Explore the historical site where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. Marvel at the Dhamek Stupa and visit the Archaeological Museum.
Take a taxi to Sarnath, it takes 30 minutes to reach Vishwanath Temple.
Free entry, 2 hours

12:00 PM

Lunch at Local Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional Indian meal at a local restaurant near Sarnath, savoring flavors of the region.
Head to a nearby restaurant for lunch.
300 INR, 1 hour

2:00 PM

Explore Vishwanath Temple

Visit the famous Vishwanath Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its stunning architecture and religious significance.
Take a taxi to Vishwanath Temple, it takes 20 minutes to reach Ramnagar Fort.
Free entry, 1.5 hours

4:00 PM

Shopping & Leisure Time

Spend the evening exploring the local markets near the temple, shopping for souvenirs and enjoying the bustling atmosphere of Varanasi.
Explore the nearby markets on foot.
Variable, 2 hours

6:00 PM

Dinner at Local Restaurant

End your day with a delicious dinner at a local restaurant, tasting authentic Banarasi cuisine.
Head to a nearby restaurant for dinner.
500 INR, 1 hour
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Day 2: Historical Sites & Cultural Experience

Varanasi, India

8:00 AM

Visit Ramnagar Fort

Explore the ancient Ramnagar Fort, known for its stunning architecture, museum, and traditional Dussehra celebrations.
Take a taxi to Ramnagar Fort, it takes 30 minutes to reach Banaras Hindu University.
200 INR, 2 hours

11:00 AM

Explore Banaras Hindu University

Discover the sprawling campus of Banaras Hindu University, visit the Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum, and admire the iconic Vishwanath Temple inside the campus.
Take a taxi to BHU, it takes 15 minutes to reach the Ganga Aarti ceremony venue.
Free entry, 2 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at University Canteen

Enjoy a simple and delicious meal at the university canteen, experiencing the local campus life.
Head to the university canteen for lunch.
200 INR, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Witness Ganga Aarti Ceremony

Attend the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat, where priests perform rituals with fire and lamps, creating a spiritual ambiance.
Walk to Dashashwamedh Ghat to witness the ceremony.
Free entry, 1.5 hours
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