Cultural Immersion in Varanasi, Kashi

Day 1: Ghat Exploration

Varanasi, India

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Assi Ghat

Start your day with a traditional Indian breakfast while enjoying the serene view of the Ganges at Assi Ghat.
Assi Ghat is a 15-minute walk from most hotels in the area.
INR 200, 1 hour

10:00 AM

Explore Old Varanasi and Ghats

Walk through the narrow lanes of Old Varanasi, soaking in the ancient architecture and vibrant street life. Visit the famous ghats like Manikarnika and Harishchandra.
Old Varanasi is a 20-minute walk from Assi Ghat.
Free, 2 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Relish authentic Banarasi cuisine for lunch at a local restaurant near the ghats.
Walk to a nearby restaurant from the ghats.
INR 500, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Visit Sarnath

Explore the ancient Buddhist site of Sarnath, where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon.
Sarnath is a 30-minute taxi ride from Varanasi.
INR 300 (entry fees), 2 hours

6:00 PM

Dashashwamedh Ghat for Evening Aarti

Witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat as the sun sets over the Ganges.
Dashashwamedh Ghat is a 20-minute walk from the main market.
Free, 1 hour
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Day 2: Spiritual Day

Varanasi, India

8:00 AM

Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Begin your day with a visit to the sacred Kashi Vishwanath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva.
The temple is a 10-minute walk from Dashashwamedh Ghat.
Free, 1 hour

10:00 AM

Boat Ride on the Ganges

Experience the spiritual essence of Varanasi with a boat ride on the holy Ganges River, observing the ghats and rituals.
Boat rides are available near the ghats, and you can negotiate the price with the boatmen.
INR 300-500, 1 hour

12:00 PM

Explore Local Markets

Stroll through the bustling local markets of Varanasi to shop for traditional Banarasi silk sarees, jewelry, and handicrafts.
The markets are walking distance from the ghats.
Variable, 2 hours

4:00 PM

Attend Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat

End your day with the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat, a spiritual experience not to be missed.
Walk back to Dashashwamedh Ghat from the markets.
Free, 1 hour
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