Spiritual Exploration in Varanasi

Day 1: Spiritual Varanasi

Varanasi, India

5:30 AM

Sunrise at Assi Ghat

Begin your day with a serene sunrise at Assi Ghat, where you can witness locals performing their morning rituals by the holy Ganges River.
Assi Ghat is a 15-minute walk from most hotels in the vicinity.
Free, 1 hour

7:30 AM

Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Visit the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and witness the spiritual energy of the devotees offering prayers.
Take a cycle rickshaw from Assi Ghat to the temple, which takes about 20 minutes.
Entry is free, but expect to pay a small fee for shoe storage., 1.5 hours

10:00 AM

Boat Ride on River Ganges

Experience the essence of Varanasi with a boat ride on the sacred River Ganges, observing the ghats and the bustling life along the riverbanks.
Walk to Dashashwamedh Ghat to board a boat, which is a 15-minute walk from Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
Approx. INR 200-300 per person for a shared boat ride., 2 hours

6:00 PM

Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat

End your day by witnessing the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat, a spiritual event of prayers, chants, and floating lamps on the river.
Walk back from the ghats or take a cycle rickshaw to your accommodation.
Free, but you may wish to offer donations during the ceremony., 1 hour
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